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Elizabethan House Great Yarmouth Ghost Hunt
Nestled in the heart of Great Yarmouth, the Elizabethan house stands as a haunting reminder of the past. Its eerie ambiance and chilling aura make it a destination for those seeking a truly spine-chilling experience. The house's historical significance, dating back to the Elizabethan era, adds to its allure, as visitors can immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of the past while exploring its haunted corridors.
This charming merchant's house was built around 1596 by Benjamin Cowper and is located on the quayside in Great Yarmouth. The house is famous for its connections with Oliver Cromwell, who frequently visited his friend John Carter, a prominent Yarmouth merchant, after he purchased the home from Benjamin Cowper in 1635. During the day, the Elizabethan house looks stunning and elegant, but it has an entirely different feel at night. Ghost hunts at this location are not for the faint-hearted, as many have reported witnessing ghostly apparitions wandering up and down the grand staircase. The Old Kitchen area is said to be haunted by a young boy who is known for his miscellaneous behaviour.
Staff at the location have reported items being moved and drawers found partially open when left closed. Footsteps from the main hallway have been heard, and sudden drastic cold spots have been reported. The Drawing room has a powerful feeling of being watched; many believe this to be a male spirit. The master bedroom has a somewhat scary feel to it, with poltergeist activity that has been reported. Many visitors have reported hearing mumbling or a male voice when nobody is in the room. Over its vast lifespan, the Elizabethan house has seen many deaths. The Paranormal Eye team invites you to spend a night at this haunted house; who or what will you encounter? Can you face your fears and vigil alone in some of the many haunted rooms at the Elizabethan house?
History Of Elizabethan House
Elizabeth House Museum is a historic 16th-century house on Great Yarmouth's Quayside. The house has been transformed into a treasure trove of Elizabethan domestic history, with displays of daily life in the 16th century.
The Elizabethan House was built as a larger house, occupying land purchased on current nos. 1-4 South Quay, sometime around 1596 by a wealthy merchant named Benjamin Cowper.
The original mansion is thought to include what is now part of no.3 South Quay. Cowper purchased the land with a derelict building on the site (possibly an outbuilding of the former monastery) – this was pulled down, and parts of it were used to construct the new house.
There have been several alterations to the house over the years,
Benjamin Cowper was a wealthy merchant who became a prominent resident of Great Yarmouth. He was appointed as town bailiff (1609, 1618 & 1628) and a Member of Parliament (1620 & 1623). Benjamin married Hannah Harrys on 24 September 1593.
Benjamin bought the land and built the original house sometime around 1596. As wealthier, he showed off his increased wealth by extending the home twice in 1603 and 1610. Yarmouth Assembly Notes for 1603 record this. It is thought that the house was expanded south along the Quay to include the areas currently occupied by our reception/shop on the ground floor and conspiracy room above – the ceiling in the latter was constructed around 1603.
John Carter was a prominent local merchant and town bailiff (1641 & 1651) who bought the house in 1635 and his brother-in-law Thomas Manthorpe. John became leader of the Yarmouth Presbyterians and was a good friend of Oliver Cromwell, a frequent visitor to the house.
The house became a regular meeting place for Parliamentarians before the Civil War. In 1644, the Earl of Manchester gave a commission to John Carter to be joint Commander-in-Chief of the militia in the town and responsible for executing Martial Law. Carter died in 1667 and was buried in the parish church of St Nicholas.
During this period of ownership, a meeting was reportedly held in 1648 in what is known now as the Conspiracy Room, at which the fate of King Charles I was decided.
The elder son, John Carter (born 1627), inherited the house in 1667 when his father died. He lived in the house until he died in 1700, and the house was passed to his brother Nathaniel.
Nathaniel Carter (born 1637) married Mary Fleetwood and lived in the house until he died in 1722, aged 88.
The house was then bequeathed to his cousin, Captain John Davall. In about 1722, he divided the house into two buildings, which today are nos. 3 and 4 South Quay.
In 1752 no.4 was purchased by Susannah Neech, widow of Joseph.
In 1753, David Mason and his wife, Mary, owned the house. David installed a water pump in the scullery as a wedding present for his wife, only a few properties in Yarmouth with an indoor supply. David died soon after his marriage, and Mary only lived until 1757. The property then passed to Thomas Adkin, Mary Mason’s brother-in-law.
In 1771 the house was sold to Samuel Tover, who died. His youngest son, Thomas Tover, lived in the house until 1774, when he sold it to William Taylor (Mayor in 1775, 1783, and 1794).
The house was then sold again in 1780 to John Ives (father of John, the ancient, who will feature in a new costume display at the museum when it reopens). John Ives (Senior) died in 1793. His widow married Thomas Fowler, who inherited the house but did not live there. He left the house to William Steward, who reduced the southern end of the drawing (conspiracy) room by 10 feet and removed the panels and carvings. The house then passed to Thomas Penrice, the town surgeon.
The Aldred family owned the house from 1870. Samuel Aldred (an auctioneer) converted the front breakfast room (current reception/shop) into offices. When Samuel died, the house was passed to Edward Robert Aldred, who lived in it, then gave it to his eldest sister, Mary Aldred.
Mary died in 1943, and the house was bequeathed to the National Trust. Mary’s sister, Blanche Aldred, lived in the house until she died in 1949.
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The Elizabethan House in Great Yarmouth is renowned for its haunting and eerie atmosphere, making it a truly harrowing location. This historic house has become a hotspot for paranormal events, attracting ghost hunts, ghost investigations, and ghost events. People from all over the UK come to experience the thrill of ghost hunting nights and overnight ghost hunts at this haunted house. With its rich history and mysterious ambiance, the Elizabethan House offers a unique and unforgettable ghost hunting adventure.
For those seeking a haunted adventure, the Elizabethan House is the perfect destination. It provides a truly immersive ghost hunting experience, allowing visitors to explore the haunted hallways and rooms that are said to be inhabited by restless spirits. Haunt nights and paranormal nights are organized regularly, offering enthusiasts the opportunity to participate in ghost hunting tours and paranormal investigations. These events provide a chance to witness ghostly phenomena and potentially encounter the spirits that reside within the house.
Haunted weekends at the Elizabethan House are highly anticipated by ghost enthusiasts. These weekends are filled with ghost hunts, haunted evenings, and ghost sightings. Participants can spend the night in the haunted building, immersing themselves in the chilling atmosphere and hoping to witness paranormal activity firsthand. The Elizabethan House truly offers a unique and spine-chilling experience for those seeking to explore the world of ghosts and the supernatural.
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