Haunted Places
Vernham Dean
Location: Hampshire
Origin: 17th Century
Background: Vernham Dean is a village 7 miles from Andover. In 1665 the plague struck. This is the vicar's story.
Story: I was a good vicar, always tended to my parishioners. But my courage left me when the plague infected the village and I deserted the villagers; left them to face the disease alone. They fled to Conholt Hill after the first deaths and this is where you will see my bent, repentant figure. I struggle up the hill hoping it's not too late to be with my people.
© C Walker