Alcester Memorial Hall
Warwickshire
Situated in Warwickshire, this magnificent Grade I listed Town Hall was built in 1618, with the timber framed top floor constructed in 1641. The ground level arches were used for traders to sell goods such as milk and cheese.
The building was used for social justice. Offenders would be held in the basement prison, sometimes referred to as 'The Hole'. The cell was used as the town lock-up until 1850. In 1873, part of the ground floor was converted to serve as the town's Magistrate's Court. They would hear cases involving minor theft, assaults and drunkenness. The town stocks were stored here, ready to be wheeled out when needed.
During the First World War, the building was used as a hospital. In 1919, the town raised enough money to purchase the freehold, and the building was renamed the Alcester War Memorial Town Hall in memory of those who died.
Paranormal Reports
Paranormal activity
Many occurrences have been reported at this venue since the early 1900’s, including:
- Ghostly shadows and mists
- Temperature changes
- Poltergeist activity including a table being thrown at a visitor
- Unexplained noises within the building
- Reports of sightings of soldiers looking out of the windows
- A young female spirit and grey lady have been witnessed
Join us as we explore this fantastic old building and try to contact those who have lived, worked or even died within its walls.
Who is this suitable for?
- people who have an interest in local history
- people with an interest in the paranormal
- experienced investigators
- those new to investigations
- people who prefer indoor investigations
Site Information
There are staircases to each floor which are well lit. The investigation will be over two floors.
This is a smaller venue so guests will not be doing a lot of walking. Chairs will be available for those who need them.
Seating is available in each area except the cellar, but please be prepared to stand for periods of time during investigations if able.
Modern toilet facilities including accessible toilets.
The event is all indoors once you arrive, but be prepared to experience some potential temperature changes - layers are advisable.
There is free parking nearby - you will be sent more information when booking.
Wear comfortable, flat shoes / trainers and bring a torch for some areas.
