Preston Manor was built in Sussex, and according to Haunted Rooms, it's been the site of eerie occurrences since at least the 16th century.
Preston Manor was built in Sussex, and according to Haunted Rooms, it's been the site of eerie occurrences since at least the 16th century. But let's fast-forward a bit to the Victorian era, and the ghostly nun who approached a man for help.
According to the story, the so-called White Lady appeared to several members of the Stanford family, starting in earnest around 1896... although she'd been spotted for centuries. Now, though, the activity was getting hardcore: the figure was seen frequently and was even blamed for cutting strange patterns into clothing. It was the same year that a man visiting the family reported that the spirit spoke to him.
She told him that in life she had been a nun, who had been excommunicated and buried in unconsecrated ground. The excommunication had been unjust, and condemned her to walk the world of the living. And... here's where things get super weird, says Brighton & Hove News.
The Stanfords held a seance, and claimed to have the story confirmed. Her name was Sister Agnes, and she only wanted a proper burial. Just a few weeks later, the house was permeated with a stench so strong the family moved out, and hired workmen to clean the drains.
There, they found the 400-year-old remains of a woman, who was given her proper burial. The White Lady never appeared again.
The Haunted Realm
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