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A regular ghost at Tutbury castle is that of a phantom drummer boy who can be heard playing his drum near the North tower
Since the castles inception, it has played host to many Kings and Queens of the time, which included such dignitaries as Edward I, Edward II, John of Gaunt, Henry IV, Margaret of Anjou, Henry VIII, Mary Queen of Scots (she was kept as a prisoner of the castle on four occasions), James I, Charles I and Prince Rupert (during the Civil War).
The castle is full of stories and tales about its famous visitors, some of whom are reputedly still there.
A regular ghost at Tutbury castle is that of a phantom drummer boy who can be heard playing his drum near the North tower. It is said that If you hear the drumming it is a good omen.
Unfortunately for the poor drummer boy, good fortune seemed to have evaded him as he was killed by an arrow to the head while drumming the warning that the castle was under attack.
Another ghost of a small child has been seen running past visitors and guests to the castle, and on odd occasions has been known to touch them.
The King's Bedchamber seems to be a place of very high paranormal activity. Every year there are numerous accounts of people reporting that they have seen spheres of light, strange glimmering effects and also someone holding their hand.
A gentleman on a recent tour of Tutbury castle, reportedly told the tour guide that he had really enjoyed the ghost walk. And what made the tour so special was the little boy in costume sitting at the top of the stairs. This was news to the castle's guides – they told him “there are no little boys in costume on the tour!”
The castles ghosts are not just confined to those of little children struck down in their childhood, there is also report of a little old woman. She has been seen outside the great hall and floating outside the Hall's window. If you are visiting the castles cellars – beware!! The little old woman seems to haunt this place as well and has been known to remove keys and rearrange furniture.
Tourist InformationOpening hours 16TH APRIL 2006 to 24TH SEPTEMBER 2006 Opening Times : 11.00 am to 5.00 pm (Wednesday to Sunday).
Admission Prices
ADULTS - £4.00 SENIOR CITIZENS - £3.50 CHILDREN 6 TO 12 YRS - £3.50 CHILDREN 5 YRS & UNDER - £FREE
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