Halloween Special: The haunting and history of Chester Castle

Is Chester Castle truly haunted, or is there a historical explanation
behind its eerie encounters? Join host Amy Matthews as she uncovers
nearly a thousand years of spooky stories and real history from behind its walls perched high above the River Dee.

In this special Halloween episode, Amy is joined by Chester Castle Site
Manager Gary Ashby, who shares firsthand chilling encounters - from
mysterious phantom figures captured on camera to spectral voices whispering in Norman French. Weighing in with historical scepticism is Will Wyeth, English Heritage Curator of History, who reveals the human stories behind the haunting lore, including medieval miracles, royal prisoners, and 17th-century witch trials.

Whether you’re a die-hard believer or a sceptic, discover how ghost
stories help us connect with the past.

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