Phantom monks of Bilsington Priory

Bilsington Priory, previously known as St Augustine’s Priory, was an early 13th century monastery, built by Sir John Mansell with the permission of Edward III and home to the Black Canons of St Augustine. The priory often served as a hostel for Canterbury Pilgrims. After its 16th century demolition during the dissolution of the monasteries by Henry VIII, it was utilised as a hideout by smuggler gangs including the Aldington Gang.

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There have been countless stories of otherworldly occurrences at Bilsington, but the most famous sighting is of an army of phantom monks, marching through the kitchens and up the stairs. Staff and visitors alike have reported on strange noises, creepy chills, spectral visions and moving objects.

We recommend a visit to this beautiful venue for afternoon tea and great hosts: https://bilsingtonpriory.co.uk/

Red-eyed monk of Mote Park

Mote Park is a fantastic public park in Maidstone, with a boating lake, miniature railway and wonderfully landscaped gardens. The park and its properties passed through many royal and gentile hands, and was the location for a mass inspection of troops trained to defend against the potential threat of Napoleon in the 18th century. Between 1793 and 1800 the original house was demolished and replaced by a new mansion.

There are a number of hauntings in the park, a young girl in white is often seen darting through the trees in the darkness. There is no clear indication of who the girl may be, but the common recurrence of the sighting is interesting enough. During WWII a Canadian soldier is reported to have seen a red eyed phantom Monk making his way through the park, perhaps towards the historic Archbishops Palace?

If you wish to visit Mote Park, you can find out more here: https://www.moteparkfellowship.org.uk/mote-park