Nottingham ghost stories: 'The lady in white' who haunts the Galleries of Justice

She is known to appear and vanish without a trace

If you’ve lived in Nottingham for a while, you will no doubt be au fait with the tales of terror from the Galleries of Justice (National Justice Museum).

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The Galleries of Justice, located in the Lace Market district of Nottingham, has a dark and storied past that dates back more than 600 years.

This building has witnessed countless trials, imprisonments, and executions, and it is widely acknowledged as one of the most haunted locations in the UK.

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Ghosts that reportedly haunt the galleries include a ruthless judge, a crying boy, and countless poltergeists.

Another well-known apparition is the Lady in White. Legend has it that she was a prisoner who died under mysterious circumstances.

The National Justice Museum is housed in the historic Shire Hall and County Gaol in Nottingham. The museum explores the history of crime and punishment in England and includes exhibits on the justice system, prisons, and police.placeholder image
The National Justice Museum is housed in the historic Shire Hall and County Gaol in Nottingham. The museum explores the history of crime and punishment in England and includes exhibits on the justice system, prisons, and police.

Her spirit is often seen in the prison cells and corridors, wearing a long, flowing white dress. She is known to appear suddenly and then vanish without a trace, leaving witnesses shaken.

The Galleries of Justice has been a hotspot for paranormal investigations. People have experienced sudden drops in temperature, disembodied voices, and objects moving on their own.

Some have felt unseen hands touching them or a heavy presence pressing down on their chests.

The building’s dark history seems to have left a permanent mark, attracting paranormal enthusiasts from around the world.

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