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In Nashville Tennessee sits an unremarkable house, it’s red brick, set back from the road, in a green lawn. It looks…completely normal, but online it’s become infamous.Over this eight part series, journalist and horror enthusiast Elizabeth McCafferty explores the world of McKamey Manor - labelled the most extreme haunt in the world. McKamey Manor is an American haunted house in which there are no limits, where thrill-seekers sign a waiver that allows the actors in the house to do anything, including real physical harm. There is allegedly an award for completing the haunt…but no one has...

In Old Manor House, we delve into the life of the proud and unforgiving Mrs. Rayland, who, having never married, faces the inevitable passing of her ancestral home, Rayland Hall, to her heir, Somerive. Despite being the eldest son, Somerive has never received her affection, and the true worthiness of the second son, who captures the heart of Miss Rayland, complicates matters further. As love intertwines with social status and family loyalty, the bond between the second son and a devoted servant poses questions that challenge the very foundations of their lives. Will love conquer all, or will ...

In 1982, Tony West and Avery Brock made a visit to notorious Corpsewood Manor under the pretense of a celebration. They brutally murdered their hosts. Dr. Charles Scudder and companion Joey Odom built the "castle in the woods" in the Trion forest after Scudder left his position as professor at Loyola. He brought with him twelve thousand doses of LSD. Rumors of drug use and Satanism swirled around the two men. Scudder even claimed to have summoned a demon to protect the estate. The murders set the stage for a trial vibrant with local lore.

Step deep into the shadowed hollows and mist-covered ridges of Appalachia, where every whisper carries a story and every creek hides a memory. Whispers from Orr Manor brings you haunting folklore, chilling legends, and eerie true tales passed down through generations. From ghostly mountain roads and cursed quilts to the spirits that linger in forgotten hollers, each episode breathes life into the Appalachian past, one story at a time.Told in a classic storytelling style, each tale blends authentic regional history with the supernatural, capturing the soul of the mountains and the chill of the...

Spirits and More Radio is now part of Lantern Manor. Listen to real ghost stories, paranormal experts, haunted locations, strange encounters, folklore, legends, and unexplained mysteries.

Featuring royal residences and aristocratic splendors such as Blenheim Palace and Highclere Castle - the setting for Downton Abbey - this wonderful publication delves into the history of some of Britain's most famous historic houses. Secrets of the Manor House provides a fascinating insight into life at these splendid properties down the centuries and profiles the celebrated personalities who have left their mark on these architectural masterpieces.

UK comedian The Honourable Tom Houghton takes us inside Britain’s stately homes, castles and country estates to hear about their local histories, the scandals, the mysteries and occasionally the odd ghost that makes up the fabric of what they are. These are the tales you won’t hear in the guidebook.

Unveiling timeless elegance, Settlers Country Manor whispers tales of Auckland’s rich history. This captivating Wedding venue Kumeu offers breathtaking scenery, from sprawling gardens to enchanting waterways. Indulge in a romantic wedding, host a memorable event, or savor a delicious meal at the Game Keepers Restaurant. Step back in time and create lasting memories at Settlers Country Manor.

Ambleforth Manor is a run down country house owned by the Colonel, his new Bulgarian bride and his son and daughter. The house is maintained by a butler, housekeeper and gardener and a decision has been made to open the house to the public to bring in much needed funds.

On April 14, 1865 John Wilkes Booth changed the world with a single bullet. The assassination of Abraham Lincoln had many repercussions and for Henry Rathbone they were profound. Henry was the only man to confront Booth and attempt to apprehend the assassin. Henry was also the man that let Booth escape. While Henry wasn't officially blamed for allowing John Wilkes Booth to kill Abraham Lincoln, he blamed himself.