Soughton Hall, now a luxury hotel, was built in 1714 by Edward Conway and remained the private residence of the Wynne Bankes family for 200 years before its conversion. Over the years, it has been the stage for numerous captivating, if unsettling occurrences. Nestled in the countryside near the latitude 53.324061 and longitude -3.827609, the first reported paranormal activity dates back to the 1800s, when a mysterious figure clothed in black was periodically sighted wandering the corridors late at night. Local legend speculates that this restless spirit belonged to a servant who had suffered a tragic death in the residence. Another chilling tale is that of a ghostly horse-drawn carriage, often heard but never seen, its spectral horses’ hooves echoing in the dead of night across the hall’s sprawling grounds. The most renowned story, however, is connected to Sir John Trevor the IV, a former inhabitant of the Hall. It is said that his presence still remains, with frequent sightings of a one-legged figure – Sir John had lost a leg in a war and used a wooden one instead. The phantom figure has been frequently observed hobbling along the upstairs corridors. Lastly, an unidentified child spirit has been spotted in various parts of the building, playfully giggling and causing mischief. Regardless of whether these stories are factual or embellished tales passed down through generations, they add a layer of spine-chilling intrigue to the history of Soughton Hall, making it a favourite haunt for both paranormal enthusiasts and those keen on historical lore.