From theatres haunted by the ghosts of dead actors to Tudor halls home to mysterious spirits, creep yourself out with these spooky locations
With Halloween just around the corner, it’s time to shine a light on some of Greater Manchester’s haunted locations. There’s no shortage of spooky places and tales either; from theatres haunted by the ghosts of actors to a demon dog said to roam Manchester Cathedral.
So it may come as a surprise to learn that the cathedral is said to be haunted by a demonic giant hound. Known as Black Shuck, it’s a feature of English folklore and is often recorded as an omen of death. He was an actor who died when he was stabbed with a sword on stage while playing Macbeth. According to historian Richard Felix, he managed to make it to the wings but died from his injuries soon after. The show recorded various paranormal events at the theatre connected with Harold.
It’s believe that boggarts live in holes, ditches and nooks under bridges - and Boggart Hole Clough has plenty of steep-sided ravines and gullies hidden among the trees. It’s perhaps best to avoid this park on gloomy, misty mornings if you believe in such creatures. Some believe the refurbishments awakened ghostly spirits within the hall. A white lady, believed to be a maid called Mary Webb who served there in the 1640s, is said to haunt its corridors. Another creepy present which has been spotted is that of a monk which silently walks through the building.
The spectacular manor house even has its own moat. Its nickname originates from the tale of a skull which resisted all attempts to be buried, and when it would be thrown in the moat the weather would become stormy.
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