The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal

Epworth Rectory haunting ghost apparition in 1700s candlelit room, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Epwort...

In December 1716, a poltergeist moved into the Lincolnshire home of the Wesley family, parents of the founders of Methodism. It knocked answers to questions, rocked babies' cradles, threw a...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Epwort...

In December 1716, a poltergeist moved into the Lincolnshire home of the Wesley family, parents of the founders of Methodism. It knocked answers to questions, rocked babies' cradles, threw a...

Black Stick Men paranormal entities standing in doorway at night with foggy village setting, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

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They are ten feet tall, jet black, completely flat, and have no face. They glide across roads, stand motionless at forest edges, and peer around doorframes. The moment you notice...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Black ...

They are ten feet tall, jet black, completely flat, and have no face. They glide across roads, stand motionless at forest edges, and peer around doorframes. The moment you notice...

Gef the Dalby Spook ghost mongoose singing in haunted 1930 farmhouse, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, Gef The Da...

In 1931, a family on the Isle of Man began hearing scratching behind their walls. Then it started talking. Gef claimed to be a mongoose born in India in 1852,...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, Gef The Da...

In 1931, a family on the Isle of Man began hearing scratching behind their walls. Then it started talking. Gef claimed to be a mongoose born in India in 1852,...

Battersea Vampire stalking foggy London street in 1922 with glowing red eyes, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Batter...

In autumn 1922, a tall silent figure in black began draining the life from victims near Battersea Park. Women collapsed, woke with puncture marks, and described being drained of energy....

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Batter...

In autumn 1922, a tall silent figure in black began draining the life from victims near Battersea Park. Women collapsed, woke with puncture marks, and described being drained of energy....

Cock Lane Ghost Scratching Fanny holding arsenic bottle in 18th century London street, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Cock L...

In 1762, a ghost named Scratching Fanny packed the streets of London every night. She scratched answers to questions through a young girl's bedroom wall, accused a man of murder,...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Cock L...

In 1762, a ghost named Scratching Fanny packed the streets of London every night. She scratched answers to questions through a young girl's bedroom wall, accused a man of murder,...

Fox Sisters seance scene with three women cracking toes under table in Victorian room, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Fox Si...

On March 31, 1848, two bored sisters in a small New York farmhouse began cracking their toe joints to frighten their mother. Within a year they were performing sold-out seances....

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Fox Si...

On March 31, 1848, two bored sisters in a small New York farmhouse began cracking their toe joints to frighten their mother. Within a year they were performing sold-out seances....

Haunted Dybbuk Box chained and sealed with eerie spirit standing beside it holding bottle, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Dybbuk...

In 2001, antique dealer Kevin Mannis bought a small wooden wine cabinet at an estate sale with a warning: never open it. A dybbuk lived inside. Every owner suffered nightmares,...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Dybbuk...

In 2001, antique dealer Kevin Mannis bought a small wooden wine cabinet at an estate sale with a warning: never open it. A dybbuk lived inside. Every owner suffered nightmares,...

Ghost of Anne Boleyn headless holding her head inside haunted castle room, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

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Executed on 19 May 1536 and buried in an arrow chest beneath a chapel floor, Anne Boleyn did not rest quietly. Every anniversary, a headless carriage arrives at Blickling Hall...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Ghost ...

Executed on 19 May 1536 and buried in an arrow chest beneath a chapel floor, Anne Boleyn did not rest quietly. Every anniversary, a headless carriage arrives at Blickling Hall...

Monte Cristo Homestead haunting in Australia with ghost maid on balcony in daylight, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Monte ...

Built in 1885 in New South Wales, the Monte Cristo Homestead has seen a maid fall from a balcony, a baby dropped down the stairs, a stable boy burned alive,...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Monte ...

Built in 1885 in New South Wales, the Monte Cristo Homestead has seen a maid fall from a balcony, a baby dropped down the stairs, a stable boy burned alive,...

Ancient Ram Inn haunted scene with Victorian ghost standing outside historic inn in daylight, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

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Built in 1495, the Ancient Ram Inn in Gloucestershire has human remains under its floors, a bishop who called it the most evil place he'd ever visited, and a first...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Haunte...

Built in 1495, the Ancient Ram Inn in Gloucestershire has human remains under its floors, a bishop who called it the most evil place he'd ever visited, and a first...

Seaford Poltergeist haunting inside New York home with violent ghost throwing objects, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Seafor...

On February 3, 1958, six bottles uncapped themselves simultaneously in four rooms of a Long Island family home. Over 67 incidents followed in 35 days. Bottles flew, figurines shattered, furniture...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Seafor...

On February 3, 1958, six bottles uncapped themselves simultaneously in four rooms of a Long Island family home. Over 67 incidents followed in 35 days. Bottles flew, figurines shattered, furniture...

Ghost of Greyfriars Bobby sitting beside grave in Edinburgh cemetery during daytime, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, Greyfriars...

John Gray died in Edinburgh in 1858 and was buried in Greyfriars Kirkyard. His terrier Bobby refused to leave the graveside for 14 years until his own death in 1872....

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, Greyfriars...

John Gray died in Edinburgh in 1858 and was buried in Greyfriars Kirkyard. His terrier Bobby refused to leave the graveside for 14 years until his own death in 1872....

Bell Witch haunting scene with sinister witch figure holding candle outside haunted farmhouse, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Bell W...

In 1817, a Tennessee farming family began hearing knocking, chains dragging, and blankets pulled from beds. The Bell Witch spoke clearly, quoted scripture, pulled Betsy Bell's hair, and tormented her...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Bell W...

In 1817, a Tennessee farming family began hearing knocking, chains dragging, and blankets pulled from beds. The Bell Witch spoke clearly, quoted scripture, pulled Betsy Bell's hair, and tormented her...

Battersea Poltergeist haunting scene with violent ghost causing chaos in Victorian room, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Batter...

In 1956, a silver key appeared on 15-year-old Shirley Hitchings' pillow in Battersea, South London. What followed was 12 years of knocking, moving furniture, written messages, and small fires. The...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Batter...

In 1956, a silver key appeared on 15-year-old Shirley Hitchings' pillow in Battersea, South London. What followed was 12 years of knocking, moving furniture, written messages, and small fires. The...

Pink Lady of Bamburgh Castle ghost standing on castle wall in daylight, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Pink L...

A medieval princess at Bamburgh Castle fell in love with a man her father forbade. Dressed in pink, she threw herself from the castle's highest point onto the rocks below....

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Pink L...

A medieval princess at Bamburgh Castle fell in love with a man her father forbade. Dressed in pink, she threw herself from the castle's highest point onto the rocks below....

Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum haunted scene with ghostly figures walking the grounds at night, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

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Built in 1858 for 250 patients, the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum once held over 2,400. Lobotomies, shock therapy, overcrowding, and thousands of unmarked graves followed. A girl named Lily laughs in...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Trans-...

Built in 1858 for 250 patients, the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum once held over 2,400. Lobotomies, shock therapy, overcrowding, and thousands of unmarked graves followed. A girl named Lily laughs in...

Haunted Drovers Inn in Scotland with ghostly little girl apparition standing outside at night, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

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Since 1705, the Drovers Inn at Loch Lomond has sheltered travelers. A family froze to death seeking refuge during the Highland Clearances, now they appear outside on winter nights. A...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Drover...

Since 1705, the Drovers Inn at Loch Lomond has sheltered travelers. A family froze to death seeking refuge during the Highland Clearances, now they appear outside on winter nights. A...

St Augustine Lighthouse haunting with ghostly apparitions circling the tower above stormy sea, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The St. Au...

In 1873, two girls drowned when a construction cart plunged into the water at St. Augustine Lighthouse. Visitors hear children's laughter on the spiral staircase, see shadowy figures, and find...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The St. Au...

In 1873, two girls drowned when a construction cart plunged into the water at St. Augustine Lighthouse. Visitors hear children's laughter on the spiral staircase, see shadowy figures, and find...

Haunted Baleroy Mansion with demonic gargoyle statue releasing green fumes at night, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Balero...

In 1926, young Stevie Easby saw his reflection turn into a skull in the courtyard fountain at Baleroy Mansion in Philadelphia. He became obsessed with the fountain, staring into it...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Balero...

In 1926, young Stevie Easby saw his reflection turn into a skull in the courtyard fountain at Baleroy Mansion in Philadelphia. He became obsessed with the fountain, staring into it...

White Lady of Union Cemetery ghost standing among gravestones on a dark moonless night, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Union ...

For decades, drivers on Route 59 in Easton, Connecticut have encountered the White Lady of Union Cemetery. A woman in a flowing white dress appears in the road, forcing cars...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Union ...

For decades, drivers on Route 59 in Easton, Connecticut have encountered the White Lady of Union Cemetery. A woman in a flowing white dress appears in the road, forcing cars...

The Great Amherst Mystery haunting scene with Esther Cox terrorized by demonic spectre in Victorian bedroom, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Great ...

In 1878, 18-year-old Esther Cox survived an assault in Amherst, Nova Scotia. Days later, her body swelled, furniture flew, fires ignited spontaneously, and voices threatened the household. Doctors, ministers, and...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Great ...

In 1878, 18-year-old Esther Cox survived an assault in Amherst, Nova Scotia. Days later, her body swelled, furniture flew, fires ignited spontaneously, and voices threatened the household. Doctors, ministers, and...

Hammersmith Ghost Panic scene in Victorian London street with man shooting another while ghost appears behind him, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal hero image

The Twisted Guide To the Paranormal, The Hammer...

In 1803, a white-clad ghost terrorized Hammersmith, London. Armed patrols hunted the apparition. On January 3, 1804, excise officer Francis Smith shot and killed Thomas Millwood, a bricklayer in white...

The Twisted Guide To the Paranormal, The Hammer...

In 1803, a white-clad ghost terrorized Hammersmith, London. Armed patrols hunted the apparition. On January 3, 1804, excise officer Francis Smith shot and killed Thomas Millwood, a bricklayer in white...

The Mackenzie Poltergeist haunting Greyfriars Kirkyard in Edinburgh Scotland, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Macken...

In 1998, a tomb disturbance in Edinburgh's Greyfriars Kirkyard awakened the Mackenzie Poltergeist. Visitors to the Black Mausoleum report scratches, bruises, hair pulling, fainting, and chest pressure. Sir George Mackenzie,...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Macken...

In 1998, a tomb disturbance in Edinburgh's Greyfriars Kirkyard awakened the Mackenzie Poltergeist. Visitors to the Black Mausoleum report scratches, bruises, hair pulling, fainting, and chest pressure. Sir George Mackenzie,...

The Haunted Sorrel Weed House poltergeist attack in bedroom scene, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Sorrel...

Built in 1840 on a Revolutionary War battlefield in Savannah, the Sorrel-Weed House witnessed Matilda Sorrel's suicide in 1859. Legend says she discovered her husband's affair with enslaved woman Molly,...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Sorrel...

Built in 1840 on a Revolutionary War battlefield in Savannah, the Sorrel-Weed House witnessed Matilda Sorrel's suicide in 1859. Legend says she discovered her husband's affair with enslaved woman Molly,...

The Haunted Stanley Hotel with ghost apparitions and lightning storm, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

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Built in 1909 in the Colorado Rockies, the Stanley Hotel inspired Stephen King's The Shining after he stayed in Room 217. F.O. Stanley's ghost appears in the billiard room, Flora...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Haunte...

Built in 1909 in the Colorado Rockies, the Stanley Hotel inspired Stephen King's The Shining after he stayed in Room 217. F.O. Stanley's ghost appears in the billiard room, Flora...

The Black Monk of Pontefract ghost standing before Pontefract ruins at night, sinister hooded spirit from The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Black ...

In 1966, the Pritchard family moved into 30 East Drive in Pontefract and encountered Britain's most violent poltergeist. A 7-foot hooded figure dragged their daughter upstairs by her hair, furniture...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Black ...

In 1966, the Pritchard family moved into 30 East Drive in Pontefract and encountered Britain's most violent poltergeist. A 7-foot hooded figure dragged their daughter upstairs by her hair, furniture...

Villisca Axe Murder House at night with shadowy man holding axe and ghost apparition behind house, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Villis...

On June 10, 1912, eight people were murdered with an axe in their Iowa home. The Moore family and two young guests were killed in their beds, faces covered, mirrors...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Villis...

On June 10, 1912, eight people were murdered with an axe in their Iowa home. The Moore family and two young guests were killed in their beds, faces covered, mirrors...

Borley Rectory haunting with terrifying poltergeist emerging beside the abandoned rectory at night, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

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Built in 1863, Borley Rectory became England's most haunted house. A ghostly nun walked the grounds, phantom footsteps echoed through empty rooms, and messages appeared on walls. Harry Price investigated...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Haunte...

Built in 1863, Borley Rectory became England's most haunted house. A ghostly nun walked the grounds, phantom footsteps echoed through empty rooms, and messages appeared on walls. Harry Price investigated...

The Whaley House Haunting ghost attacking in front of historic Whaley House at night, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Whaley...

Built in 1857 on the site of a botched hanging, San Diego's Whaley House became home to tragedy after tragedy. Infant death, suicide, fire, and loss haunted the family for...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Whaley...

Built in 1857 on the site of a botched hanging, San Diego's Whaley House became home to tragedy after tragedy. Infant death, suicide, fire, and loss haunted the family for...

Perron family haunted farmhouse surrounded by different ghostly apparitions at night, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal blog hero imag

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Perron...

The Perron family moved into an 18th century Rhode Island farmhouse in 1971 and endured ten years of relentless paranormal activity. Doors opened, footsteps echoed, apparitions appeared, and Carolyn Perron...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Perron...

The Perron family moved into an 18th century Rhode Island farmhouse in 1971 and endured ten years of relentless paranormal activity. Doors opened, footsteps echoed, apparitions appeared, and Carolyn Perron...

The Enfield Poltergeist levitating girl above bed in haunted bedroom scene, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal hero image featuring shadowy spirit

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Enfiel...

In 1977, a north London council house became the site of Britain's most exhaustively documented poltergeist case. Over 18 months, the Hodgson family endured 2,000+ incidents of flying objects, violent...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, The Enfiel...

In 1977, a north London council house became the site of Britain's most exhaustively documented poltergeist case. Over 18 months, the Hodgson family endured 2,000+ incidents of flying objects, violent...

Resurrection Mary ghost standing on deserted moonlit road with glowing eyes and approaching headlights, The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal hero image

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, Resurrecti...

For nearly a century, drivers along Chicago's Archer Avenue have encountered a young woman in white who vanishes at cemetery gates. Resurrection Mary remains America's most documented vanishing hitchhiker, with...

The Twisted Guide To The Paranormal, Resurrecti...

For nearly a century, drivers along Chicago's Archer Avenue have encountered a young woman in white who vanishes at cemetery gates. Resurrection Mary remains America's most documented vanishing hitchhiker, with...