The Rifles Museum Ghost Hunt Salisbury Wiltshire

The Rifles Museum Ghost Hunt, Salisbury

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The original building on the site was constructed in 1254. It was rebuilt in the 15th century and was used to store the robes of the Bishop of Salisbury; hence it was known as the “Bishop’s Wardrobe” or “The Wardrobe”

A storehouse for the cathedral next door The Rifles Museum is now one of the most haunted museums in Great Britain.

Many Visitors have claimed to have seen the figure of a Cavalier and a ‘grey lady’ within many areas of the building and reports of strange lights and cold spots being felt in different rooms by ghost hunters carrying out Ghost Hunts here.

Loud Bangs, footsteps have been heard in rooms that are empty, Children crying and then heard laughing happen many times on the bottom floor but the most spine chilling reports are of a poltergeist which people have witnessed throwing books off the bookshelves when there is nobody else nearby.

Many Staff have also reported noises of someone or something running up and down the stairs at all times of the day and night.

An overnight ghost hunt at The Rifles Museum with Haunting Nights can be a terrifying experience, for even the most hardened ghost hunter.

Reported Ghosts and Phenomena:

Margaret Hussey:

A former resident who died in the house at the age of 90, is said to be seen sitting in the Regimental Room.
Lady in Green:

Trainee teachers in 1951 reported seeing a lady in green standing at the foot of their beds and then disappearing through a wall.
Charles II’s Servant:

A servant of Charles II, who stayed in the building during the plague, has also been seen.
Other Occurrences:

Visitors and staff have reported unexplained noises, objects being moved, and a bricked-up window that seems to open and close.
Children’s Ghosts:

There are reports of children’s ghosts in the attic.

Don‘t say we didn’t warn you!

A Ghost Hunt here are for the ages of 18 & over.

Here’s a more detailed look at its history:

15th Century:

The Wardrobe building was originally constructed.
18th Century:

Significant alterations were made, including the addition of elegant rooms facing the garden.
Early 20th Century:

The building was used by the War Office as a base for the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS) during World War II.
Post-War:

It became a hostel for the Diocesan Training College for Schoolmistresses until 1969.
1970s:

The building stood empty for a period before negotiations began for its use as a museum.
1981/1982:

The Rifles (Berkshire and Wiltshire) Museum officially opened, with HRH Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, as the opening guest.
2007:

The Wardrobe became the base for The Rifles in Berkshire and Wiltshire.
2012:

The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh visited to celebrate her Diamond Jubilee.

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What's Included

During your night you will be taking part in various methods of Ghost Hunting using Ouija boards, table tipping, glass divination, Psychic seances and along with modern day ghost hunting techniques.

Tea/coffee and squash along with crisps and biscuits will be available.

Limited street parking is available . Local car parks available a short walk away from the museum (less than 10 minutes walk)

Wear warm layered clothing as it can get cold throughout the night.

Wear flat gripped footwear.