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The Baltic Fleet Liverpool

The Baltic Fleet: Liverpool’s Maritime Pub with a Haunted Past

The Baltic Fleet, tucked on Wapping near Liverpool’s docks, emerged in the 19th century as a sailors’ haven during the city’s shipping prime. Built in the 1820s, this Grade II listed pub reflects the gritty charm of the Baltic Triangle, named for the trade routes its patrons sailed. Its red-brick exterior and nautical interior—complete with […]

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The Castle Manchester

The Castle Hotel Manchester’s Victorian Pub with a Haunted Aura

The Castle Hotel: Manchester’s Victorian Pub with a Haunted AuraThe Castle Hotel, perched on Oldham Street in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, first opened its doors in 1776 as a coaching inn. Rebuilt in the Victorian era, its red-brick facade and compact, beamed interior—holding just 60 people—reflect the city’s 19th-century industrial buzz. Once a stop for travelers,

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The Slaughter House Pub Liverpool

The Slaughter House Pub Historic Haunt with Ghostly Echoes

The Slaughter House Pub: A Liverpool Legacy Steeped in HistoryThe Slaughter House Pub, nestled on Fenwick Street in Liverpool’s city center, dates back to the 18th century, thriving during the city’s maritime golden age. Originally a butcher’s shop—hence its grisly name—it transformed into a pub by the 1800s, serving sailors, dockworkers, and merchants near the

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The Blue Bell Chester

The Blue Bell Chester’s Hidden Gem with Haunting Whispers

The Blue Bell: A Medieval Relic in Chester’s HeartThe Blue Bell, tucked away on Northgate Street, is one of Chester’s hidden treasures, dating back to the 14th century. Originally a medieval inn, this Grade I listed building served travelers and locals along the city’s bustling northern edge. Its timber-framed facade and low, oak-beamed interior ooze

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Philharmonic Dining Rooms

The Philharmonic Dining Rooms Victorian Pub with Ghostly Patrons

The Philharmonic Dining Rooms: Liverpool’s Grand Pub with a Haunted HistoryThe Philharmonic Dining Rooms, affectionately dubbed “The Phil,” is a Liverpool icon on Hope Street, opened in 1898 during the city’s Victorian boom. Designed by architect Robert Cain for John Houlding, this Grade I listed gem boasts opulent interiors—marble fireplaces, stained glass, and ornate woodwork—that

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The Psychology of Fear

The Psychology of Fear Why We Love Ghost Hunts

The Psychology of Fear: A Thrill Across Three CitiesGhost hunting has gripped the Northwest, pulling thrill-seekers to eerie spots like Chester’s ancient pubs, Liverpool’s grand halls, and Manchester’s historic inns. But what fuels this obsession with the psychology of fear? It’s a mix of curiosity, adrenaline, and a primal urge to face the unknown. From

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Chester Racecourse history

Chester Racecourse: A Historic Track with Ghostly Gallopers

Chester Racecourse: A Historic Track with Ghostly GallopersChester Racecourse, known as the Roodee, claims the title of the world’s oldest racecourse still in use, dating back to 1539. Built on a silted-up Roman harbor near the city walls, it replaced dangerous Gorse Stacks races under Henry Gee, Chester’s mayor, whose name inspired the term “gee-gees”

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Crofter's Arms

What to Expect at The Crofter’s Arms Psychic Reading Night

Psychic Reading Night The Crofter’s Arms If you’ve ever wondered what a psychic reading night is all about, you’re not alone. Whether you’re a skeptic, a believer, or just looking for a fun night out, events like Psychic Reading Night at The Crofter’s Arms in Huyton offer a unique experience. Hosted by Psychic Night Events,

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The Boot Inn

The Boot Inn A Historic Alehouse with Eerie Shadows

The Boot Inn: Chester’s Timeless Pub with a Haunted PastThe Boot Inn, tucked away on Eastgate Street within The Rows, is one of Chester’s oldest pubs, with origins tracing back to the 14th century. Named for its medieval association with travelers and their sturdy boots, this black-and-white timbered gem has served ale to locals, merchants,

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Falcon Pub Chester

The Falcon Pub Chester A Tudor Gem with Ghostly Guests

The Falcon Pub Chester Chester’s Medieval Tavern and Its Spooky SecretsThe Falcon Pub, nestled on Lower Bridge Street, is a Tudor treasure dating back to the 13th century. Originally a townhouse for the Grosvenor family, it became a bustling inn by the 16th century, its black-and-white timber frame a hallmark of Chester’s architectural charm. Rebuilt

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