Wisbech Castle
Wisbech Castle, located in Cambridgeshire, England, has a history dating back to the 11th century. The original Norman castle was built by William I to defend against rebellion, but was later replaced by a Bishop’s Palace in the 15th century. The current structure, erected in the 17th century, now serves as a museum and community space.
Over the centuries, Wisbech Castle has accumulated numerous ghost stories. One of the most well-known spectral residents is the Grey Lady, believed to be the spirit of a former housekeeper. Visitors and staff have reported seeing her gliding through the castle’s corridors and disappearing through walls. Some witnesses claim to have felt a sudden chill or sensed an unseen presence when encountering her.
Another frequently reported apparition is that of a young girl in Victorian-era clothing. She has been seen playing in the castle’s gardens and peering out of windows, particularly in the upper floors. Witnesses describe hearing childlike laughter and the sound of running footsteps when no children are present.
The castle’s cellar is said to be haunted by the ghost of a prisoner who was allegedly tortured and died there during the Civil War. Staff members have reported feeling uneasy in this area and hearing unexplained noises, including the rattling of chains and muffled cries.
In the 1970s, a group of visitors reportedly witnessed a spectral reenactment of a medieval feast in the castle’s main hall, complete with ghostly figures in period dress. The vision is said to have vanished when they attempted to approach it.