Quote from Angela on August 2, 2020, 12:08 am

Stunning 13th century medieval Codnor Castle, which overlooks the Erewash Valley in Derbyshire, was ruled under the jurisdiction of William Peverel after the Norman Conquest . This castle is believed to be haunted by the Knights of Templar who took refuge amidst its huge battle towers.

The Knights Templar were the original Catholic military order, crusaders and protectors of England. Could these soldiers still be guarding the castles perimeters today?  

Henry de Grey owned the castle in 1211, a descendant of Norman knight Anchetil de Greye. Descendents include the Lord Grey of Codnor, Lord Grey of Ruthin in Wales, and Lady Jane Grey and Duke of Suffolk. Many have witnessed apparitions roaming the hallways. Could these past Lords be residing there in spirit today?

The castle was mentioned in the 1086 Doomsday book, as the site of hundreds of tragic events which included a cold blooded murder, a man who hung himself, a resident who murdered his step daughter and a young lady fatally fell down the stairs breaking her neck here. 

So what is it about this place ? Why has it succumbed to such tragedy and misfortune? Could it be that many rituals and witchcraft ceremonies took place within these old castle rooms? Were supernatural forces unleashed here during such practices?  

Paranormal investigators have discovered sinister satanic symbols etched and painted onto the walls. Maybe the souls who perished here still haunt the castle today? Many have reported witnessing dark shadow figures and even encountered an aggressive malevolent poltergeist in the attic.

Codnor Heritage Trust say that whilst clearing the site of debris they unearthed hundreds of peacock coloured butterfly wings on the floor in one specific room. The next day the wings were gone but a beautiful peacock blue green coloured gemstones pendant lay in their place!  A complete mystery.

Many report an apparition of a lady wearing a Victorian era hat and also stones being thrown at them.

The castle now lies as old ruins as it was listed as 'An Ancient Monument'. However, they do offer Ghost Hunt Tours! So if that is something you would enjoy feel free to look on their website for upcoming tour dates.