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Embrace the chills of autumn with a ghostly weekend

25th August 2008 Print
Embrace the chills of autumn with a ghostly weekend Autumn is coming, the nights are drawing in and the temperature is dropping. Embrace the chills of the season with an unforgettable short break in a stunning but haunted location with Haunting Breaks.

Choose from three truly memorable breaks with prices starting from just 170 per person. Each break includes an overnight stay in a beautiful, haunted location and dinner with wine plus breakfast the following morning. Also included is a unique, professionally run paranormal experience with ghost hunting, dowsing, séances, table tipping and glass divination.

Halloween breaks are also available!

The Feathers Hotel, Bull Ring, Ludlow - 20 September 2008, Cost £170 Per Person

Situated in the heart of the ancient market town of Ludlow, The Feathers Hotel is recognised for its beautiful Jacobean architecture, medieval heritage, hospitality and good food. If you are a lady who likes a challenge, book into room 211! A lady ghost who dislikes female guests haunts this room. There have also been several sightings of a teenage girl walking through cars in the car park and a gentleman in Victorian dress accompanied by a dog has been seen by staff and guests alike, walking through room 232 into room 233! Book your break now for just £170 per person.

Ruthin Castle, Ruthin, Denbighshire, North Wales - 25th October 2008, Cost £199 Per Person

Ruthin Castle (the "red fort") originated before 1277 and has a bloody history. The wife of a powerful second in command during Edward I period, murdered his lover with an axe. Sentenced to death, she was buried outside the castle walls. Her ghost, the "Grey Lady" walks the battlements and the castle chapel. Other sightings include a soldier and the spirit of a little girl. Unexplained noises, footprints and changes in temperature have also been reported. The magnificent grounds hold a Drowning pit, a Whipping pit and dungeons. Many of the bedrooms have four poster beds, antique furniture and most enjoy splendid views over the estate and the mountains. Join Haunting Breaks for a night to remember for just199 per person.

Maesmawr Hall Hotel, Caersws Newtown Wales - 11th October 2008, Cost £170

Set in the beautiful valley of the River Severn, and dating back to before 1600, this half-timbered house exudes a mixture of tranquility and mystery. Myths and folk tales prevail. Whether it’s that of Robin Drwg, half man, half beast, ritually cast into the lake, or the ghosts of the Grey Lady and the specter seen walking the grounds. The venue sees high levels of paranormal activity book now if you dare for just £170 per person.

To find out more about these and the many other getaways organised by Haunting Breaks go to, Hauntingbreaks.co.uk.

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Embrace the chills of autumn with a ghostly weekend