Whittington Castle Shropshire Overnight Ghost Hunt

Whittington Castle Shropshire Overnight Ghost Hunt: History

The fabric of the Castle has been much changed over the hundreds of years since it was built. William Peverel built the Norman Motte and Bailey castle after the demolition of the previous stronghold built at the time of King Offa,

probably of wood with a stockade of sharp posts. William Peverel had no male heir so his eldest daughter Mellet inherited the castle. The victor of a tournament for her hand in marriage was Warin de Metz of Lorraine who founded a long line of Fitzwarines. They held the castle until

1420. The tower keep is 12th century, but has been later modified, the outer gatehouse is no doubt the work of Sir Fulk Fitzwarine of the early

13th century and above the archway can be seen his coat of arms.

During the civil war it was loyal to the Royalists until Oliver Cromwell's Roundheads took it by force in 1643. At the time of Queen Mary II ownership of the castle was granted to Fitz-Alan, Earl of Arundel. Later it was sold to Francis William Albany Esq, a London merchant whose Manor and Estate was Fernhill. When his granddaughter Sarah married Thomas Lloyd Esq of Aston the two estates were united. The last joint owners were Mrs A Hamilton-Hill and the Lady Newborough of the Lloyd lineage. The Castle is now owned and run by the local community.

The Cursed Chest....

Little is known about this impressive object and its connection with the Castle and the Owners. It is approx 5'x3'x3' and weighs about 10cwt. There is much rumour and innuendo about it but that's probably not surprising considering

there is a curse on it. The key is apparently in the moat!!! The chest was recently moved from the Castle for safe-keeping

Paranormal Activity

Unexplained noises have been heard in the Tower which once housed the Castle Dungeons and many people have reported seeing the apparitions of two small children in the gatehouse windows. A presence being felt behind you and when you turn around, seeing a shadow is quite common. Other apparitions that have been spotted at Whittington Castle are those of a hooded figure seen under the gateway and the phantom blacksmith in a leather apron.

What will you comes across at this fantastic location?

This event includes a midnight buffet, please let us know of your dietary requirements.

Your event will include

* An overnight investigation with the Prestige Paranormal investigation team

* Vigils, Sances and experiments

* Midnight buffet with sandwiches and snacks

* Brief demonstration on the use of the scientific equipment

* Use of the equipment during vigils throughout the night

* Refreshments and snacks all included

* A short session at the end to discuss any paranormal activity

Whittington Castle Shropshire Overnight Ghost Hunt at Whittington Castle in Oswestry, Shropshire on Saturday, 28 April 2012.

For more information about Whittington Castle Shropshire Overnight Ghost Hunt, please contact 08432892392, or see event details on the left.

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