Ghost Hunt At Shaw House, Newbury

£20.00£50.00

Shaw House in Newbury, West Berkshire stands as a remarkable example of Elizabethan architecture with a rich and varied history spanning over four centuries. Built in 1581 by successful clothier Thomas Dolman, this grand estate has witnessed significant historical events and accumulated numerous paranormal legends.

The house’s history began with the Dolman family’s prosperity in the cloth trade. Its strategic location unfortunately placed it at the center of the Second Battle of Newbury in October 1644 during the English Civil War. While the structure survived unscathed, hundreds of soldiers perished in the surrounding grounds — events that many believe contribute to the reported supernatural phenomena.

After standing vacant for decades, the estate was purchased in 1728 by James Brydges, the Duke of Chandos, who enhanced the grounds while respecting the original Dolman framework. The property underwent a dramatic transformation during World War II when it was requisitioned for military use, housing over 200 British, American, and Canadian troops—many of whom later participated in the D-Day landings.

Berkshire County Council acquired the property in 1949, converting it into a school for local children. However, structural concerns forced its evacuation in 1985, marking another chapter in the building’s storied existence. Shaw House is distinguished by its remarkable paranormal claims, particularly the numerous reports of full-bodied apparitions throughout the building.

Visitors and staff have reported:

  • Mysterious blue orbs of light floating through various rooms
  • The spectral “Grey Lady” appearing in upper chambers
  • Echoing screams attributed to a housemaid allegedly killed in a tunnel collapse (the tunnel supposedly connected Shaw House to Donnington Castle)
  • The sounds of soldiers marching inside the building
  • An unsettling sensation of being watched when alone in the house

These persistent reports have cemented Shaw House’s reputation as one of Berkshire’s most haunted historical landmarks, where the past seems reluctant to release its hold on the present.

Book today for just £20 deposit. You will receive a PayPal invoice for the balance 3 weeks before the event.

Please ensure we have your correct email address, as we will send you details of the event one week before the event.

Description

Throughout the evening you will have the opportunity to participate in a host of experiments with complete access to our paranormal equipment. Our team can’t wait to welcome you to Shaw House to share a night of paranormal investigating together!

What’s included:
Night investigating with our team
Group Vigils
Table tipping
Use of Paranormal Equipment
Psychic Medium in attendance
Lone vigils
ITC Sessions
EVP sessions
Spirit board
Coffee, Tea and biscuits will be provided.

What you will need for this event:

Please ensure you are wearing flat, gripped footwear as the floor maybe uneven.
Warm clothing is recommended as this venue can get cold.
We will be investigating in the dark or low light, so please ensure you have a torch. Please note we request guests not to wear head torches to avoid accidents and prevent them from shining in other attendees eyes.
If you have any of your own paranormal equipment you are more than welcome to bring it to use on the investigation.

Cameras, filming & audio recording:

The use of cameras, filming and recording equipment is permitted on our events subject to limitations. Any still images, audio or video footage captured may not be used for the promotional purposes of any other project. Please notify us if you intend to record video or audio.

Please note tickets are non transferable or refundable – unless the event is cancelled by E&E Paranormal.

This is a ticketless event, please sign in on arrival.

All guests must be 18 years or older

Unsuitable for guests who are pregnant.

We sincerely hope that you have a fantastic experience and very much look forward to seeing you at the event, but If you have any questions, please feel free to email us, alternatively you can call or text 07715434540

Disclaimer: While some people may believe in paranormal phenomena, there is no scientific evidence to support the existence of ghosts, psychic powers, or other supernatural occurrences. Therefore, any claims made at a paranormal event should be viewed as entertainment rather than as fact.