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Have you ever been intrigued by the mysteries that lie beyond our physical realm? Are you fascinated by the supernatural and yearn to delve into the enigmatic world of ghost hunting and paranormal investigation? Join us on a captivating journey as we unveil the secrets of becoming a skilled ghost hunter and paranormal investigator.


Get ready to explore haunted locations, capture otherworldly evidence, and embrace the unknown.


Understand the Basics:


Before embarking on your ghost-hunting journey, it's essential to familiarize yourself with the fundamentals of paranormal investigation. Research reputable sources, and go on organized event books, and online materials to grasp the theories, methodologies, and techniques employed in the field.


Equip Yourself:


As a ghost hunter, having the right tools can make all the difference. Invest in essential equipment such as EMF meters, EVP recorders, K2 Meter, infrared cameras, and thermal imaging devices. These tools will assist you in capturing and analyzing potential evidence of paranormal activity.


Explore Haunted Locations:


Start by visiting reputedly haunted locations near you or in the UK. Research and identify places with documented paranormal activity, such as historic buildings, cemeteries, or sites associated with ghostly legends. Seek permission to investigate private properties and always respect any rules or restrictions.


Your Findings:


Maintain a detailed journal or investigation log to record your experiences, observations, and any potential evidence you encounter during investigations. Document the date, time, location, weather conditions, and the equipment used. This record will help you analyze patterns and draw conclusions in the future.


Conduct Controlled Experiments:


Incorporate scientific methods into your investigations by conducting controlled experiments. Use a systematic approach to test hypotheses and gather objective evidence. This can involve setting up trigger objects, performing EVP sessions, or monitoring changes in temperature and electromagnetic fields.


Collaborate and Learn:


Joining or forming a paranormal investigation team can provide valuable support, knowledge sharing, and diverse perspectives. Collaborate with fellow investigators, attend workshops, and participate in training programs to enhance your skills and expand your understanding of the field.


Practice Ethical Conduct:


Respect the privacy of others and seek permission before conducting investigations in private properties. Maintain ethical standards by adhering to the laws and regulations concerning paranormal investigations. Treat all individuals, both living and spiritual, with respect and dignity.


Analyze Evidence:


After each investigation, carefully review and analyze the evidence you've collected. Scrutinize photographs, audio recordings, and video footage for any anomalies or signs of paranormal activity. Consult with experienced investigators or experts to gain insights and validate your findings.


Share Your Discoveries:


Share your experiences and findings with the paranormal community and the public. Consider creating a blog, YouTube channel, or social media platform to engage with fellow enthusiasts and contribute to the collective knowledge of the field.


Continued Learning:


The field of paranormal investigation is ever-evolving. Stay updated with the latest research, technological advancements, and investigative techniques. Attend conferences, seminars, and lectures to learn from renowned experts and expand your understanding of the supernatural.


Safety First:


Prioritize your safety during investigations. Always investigate with a partner or a team, and inform someone about your location and expected return time. Be aware of potential hazards in dark or unfamiliar environments, and exercise caution when exploring abandoned structures or challenging terrains.


Respect the Unexplained:


Remember that not every investigation will yield definitive proof or encounters with the supernatural. Respect the unexplained and remain open to diverse possibilities. The journey of a ghost hunter is as much about personal exploration and the thrill of the unknown as it is about seeking concrete evidence.


Embrace your curiosity, step into the world of the paranormal, and unleash your inner ghost hunter. Unveil the supernatural, explore haunted locations, and capture evidence that bridges the gap between the living and the spirit world. Are you ready to embark on a hauntingly thrilling adventure?






Crew - Volunteer Opportunities


If you're ready to take your passion for the paranormal to the next level, Ghost Hunter Tours is always seeking dedicated individuals to join their team.


Whether you're interested in becoming a part of the crew or volunteering to organize and run events and vigils, this is an exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of ghost hunting. As a member of the Ghost Hunter Tours crew, you'll have the chance to investigate haunted locations, work alongside experienced investigators, and contribute to the thrilling events they organize.


Please note that candidates should have their own transportation and be available on weekends to participate in events and investigations. Don't miss this chance to become a valued member of the Ghost Hunter Tours team and embark on unforgettable paranormal adventures. Just send an email to: gary@ghosthuntertours.co.uk with your name, telephone number, location along with any experience you may have,


and how far you are prepared to travel. If you are an existing team of investigators who would be interested in running events for us please drop us a note you would be most welcome.



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Once whispered tales of a malevolent witch, Molly Leigh, tormenting the virtuous denizens of Burslem from beyond the grave, cast a chilling pall over th


e town. Rumor had it that she, alongside her companion, a blackbird steeped in arcane lore, wove dark spells to afflict the townsfolk with misfortune, curdle milk, and shatter livelihoods. An eerie enchantment even ensnared the vicar, Pastor Thomas Spencer of St. John's Church, as he appeared perpetually ensnared in a drunken stupor for a span of three harrowing weeks.


Legend unfolds, revealing how the virtuous pastor himself, postmortem, beheld the spectral visage of Molly within her humble abode, compelling him to employ fervent prayers to exorcise her tormented spirit. He dared to disturb her final resting place, casting her living blackbird into her eternal slumber, its feathers mingling with her remains, and sealing her away in an inverted repose.



Yet, amidst this dark tapestry of malignancy, a disquieting truth emerges. Molly Leigh, a hapless victim of a centuries-old smear campaign, has found solace in the pages of her last will and testament, painstakingly recovered from the forgotten vaults of The Sentinel's archives. Though a typed replica, it illuminates a remarkable tale.


Inscribed on the twenty-fifth day of March, during the twenty-first year of


King George II's reign, in the fleeting moments before her departure from this mortal plane, Molly bestowed testament to her wealth and estates scattered across Burslem and Newbold Astbury, proving her standing as a woman of means.


The desolate portrait painted of Molly, residing on the outskirts of Burslem, consumed by solitude and nursing an inebriated existence, shunned by a superstitious village due to her


repugnant countenance, proves a fallacy. Her cottage nestled in Jackfield, near the very ground where Vale Park now holds court, belies the narrative spun by time.


Molly's lineage, her aunt Margaret Booker, and her cousins Ann Donbavin and Luke Bennett, all found themselves beneficiaries of her benevolence.



As the shadows lengthened with the passing of her aunt, mother, and cousin, Molly allotted an equal share of £400 to be divided among Ann's offspring. Luke, her faithful cousin, would inherit her silver plates and utensils.


Despite her solitary existence, Molly discovered companionship in the form of Alice Beech, residing upon Wall Flatt, Molly's own land in Burslem. Alice, a witness to Molly's will, became the rightful heir to Wall Flatt upon Molly's departure.


The testament begins by acknowledging Molly's "honored


mother," Sarah Booth, bestowed with the rent and profits garnered from Molly's Jackfield estate. However, her father-in-law, Joseph Booth, found himself barred from any claim to Molly's

Molly Leigh's Grave
Molly Leigh's Grave

possessions, as dictated with unwavering finality.


Could it be that Molly, referring to Joseph Booth as her father-in-law, obscured the truth, implying a stepfatherly relation? Only whispers linger on this matter.


Nevertheless, Molly's kinfolk found solace in her legacy. Gold mourning rings were bestowed upon all, including the excluded Joseph Booth. But it was the downtrodden souls of Burslem who bore witness to Molly's true essence.


A humble sum of twenty shillings, an annual offering, was designated for Alice Beech, to be passed down to her descendants in perpetuity. This humble coinage sought to procure forty-sixpenny loaves, nourishing the destitute souls and widows of Sneyd and Burslem.


Once Molly's mother, aunt, and cousins had traversed the threshold of existence, she entrusted Mr. Joseph Lovatt the Younger of Penkhull with the task of liquidating her lands and tenements. Only Wall Flatt, safeguarded for Alice Beech's descendants, eluded the liquidation. The proceeds would fashion "a hospital in Burslem," a sanctuary for the multitudes of impoverished women deemed worthy by Mr. Lovatt.


The remaining profits would sustain the indigent women of the parish, nourishing them with sustenance and adorning their forms with garments befitting their station.



Molly Leighs Cottage
Molly Leighs Cottage

Thus, the revelation manifests with disquieting clarity. Far from the malignant sorceress that folklore etched upon her visage, Molly Leigh emerges as an embodiment of kindness and magnanimity, a generous benefactor to the very town that cast her as the wretched witch.


In an era rife with superstition, where the specter of witch trials loomed ominously, women faced a precarious existence. Molly, with her unattractive countenance and solitary life, became an unwitting scapegoat. The echoes of jeering and mockery targeted the ugly and disfigured, amplified through the generations.


Unyielding amidst her plight, Molly confronted her nemesis, Pastor Thomas Spencer, a man of the cloth teetering on the precipice of addiction. His clerical life, a solitary affair, entwined with the perpetual need for funding from the parishioners. Molly, called upon for financial support, raised her voice in defiance, denying him the means to satiate his thirst with church coffers.


Indeed, Molly Leigh, a woman of unwavering faith, stood as an exemplar of decency and virtue. Her unfortunate appearance, an invitation to ridicule, belied her true character. In the annals of Stoke-on-Trent, Molly Leigh's legacy resonates as the first whispers of feminism, a resolute force that championed the creation of Burslem's inaugural women's shelter. She safeguarded her mother, Sarah, ensuring her financial independence rather than subjecting her to the dominance of Sarah's husband.


The care of the destitute she entrusted to her confidante, Alice



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Once upon a chilling night, in the somber town of Pontefract, amidst the depths of a quaint abode, an enigmatic darkness unveiled its wicked dance. The haunting tale of the Black Monk of Pontefract would soon grip the hearts and minds of all who dared to listen.*

the black monk


In the year 1966, the Pritchard family, dwelling within the confines of 30 East Drive, found themselves unwittingly thrust into a world of spectral madness. Joe and Jean Pritchard, accompanied by their children Philip and Diane, sought solace within their humble sanctuary. Little did they know that a sinister force, shrouded in black raiments, lurked within the very walls that should have provided them respite.


The first whispers of the Black Monk materialized as an ethereal apparition, manifesting before the family's terror-stricken gazes. Its phantom form, draped in a tenebrous cloak, traversed the corridors of their home, defying the natural laws that bind our realm. Witnesses would speak of a malevolence that emanated from its very being, infecting the house with an air of dreadful


foreboding.


The manifestations grew in intensity, tormenting the Pritchard family with an array of unholy phenomena. Objects levitated and danced upon unseen strings, shadows slithered and writhed along the walls, and the air grew heavy with an otherworldly chill. Violent poltergeist-like disturbances plagued the family, with furniture trembling beneath its unseen grip and diabolical knocking echoing through the halls.


Water, seemingly summoned from the depths of the abyss, appeared in inexplicable puddles, staining the once-pristine floorboards. Electrical devices sputtered and failed, succumbing to an unseen power that reveled in chaos. Most unnerving of all were the instances when the family became the target of physical assaults, as unseen hands reached out from the void, leaving marks of terror upon their trembling flesh.


Word of this supernatural phenomenon spread like a dark plague, seeping into the consciousness of all who dwelled within Pontefract's borders. Curiosity transformed the house into a stage for countless investigators and the eyes of an insatiable media. But it was not the pursuit of fame that lured them—it was the desire to glimpse the veiled horrors that lay beyond the mortal realm.



The Black Monk of Pontefract, once confined to whispers and rumors, became an infamous specter haunting the minds of believers and skeptics alike. Its tale spawned a myriad of books and documentaries, each attempting to unravel the enigma of its malevolent existence. One could hardly turn a page or gaze upon the silver screen without encountering the chilling account of the Pritchard family.


Yet, amidst the flurry of fascination, a single truth remained suspended in the murky ether. The events at 30 East Drive remained trapped within the subjective boundaries of personal experience. Skeptics cast their doubts, dismissing the terror as a mere fabrication of desperate souls. But for those who witnessed the spectral dance of the Black Monk, doubt was a luxury they could ill afford.


Today, 30 East Drive stands as a silent sentinel, its walls guarding the secrets of a bygone era. Whether you choose to believe or dismiss it, the tale of the Black Monk of Pontefract continues t


o beckon to the curious and the brave. Within its hallowed chambers, the echoes of a malevolent past reverberate, reminding us that there are realms beyond our grasp, where darkness and mystery hold sway.


In the realm of the paranormal, the line between reality and imagination becomes a fragile membrane, easily pierced by the phantoms that haunt our dreams. And so, the tale of the Black Monk remains etched in the annals of Pontefract's history, a chilling reminder that even within the confines of our sanctuary, darkness may yet seek us out, cloaked in the guise of an unholy monk.


*Note: The events described in this post are based on reported accounts and should be regarded as folklore and legend rather than established facts








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