Based upon a plan made by E. W. Cox in 1892, Rivington Castle is a folly and reconstruction of William II de Ferrers, 4th Earl of Derby’s, 13th century Liverpool Castle. Rivington Castle dates from 1912, when the building work began. It was built by William Hesketh Lever, 1st Viscount Leverhulme (Born 19 September 1851 – Died 7 May 1925) and can be found in Lever Park.
Rivington Pike is a local landmark and site of an early warning beacon, possibly one of a system dating back to 1139. It was still in use in 1588 when it was lit to warn of the Spanish Armarda. According to tradition, the Rivington Pike area is associated with a demonic spectral horseman.
Hauntings / Poltergiests / Screaming Skulls
by Ian · Published January 26, 2013 · Last modified December 5, 2018
Timberbottom Farm (demolished), Bradshaw Church, Bradshaw Hall (demolished 1950’s) and Turton Tower are all associated with the story of two skulls that have been linked to haunt like experiences.
Now owned by Blackburn and Darwen Council, the reputedly haunted 15th century Turton Tower is open to the public and hosts a number of events organised by the Friends of Turton Tower.
Apparitions / Civil War Hauntings / Haunted Pubs / Hauntings
by Ian · Published August 2, 2009 · Last modified December 3, 2018
Ye Olde Man & Scythe is one of the best known pubs in Bolton town centre, one of the oldest public houses in the United Kingdom and is reputedly haunted by James Stanley, 7th Earl of Derby amongst others. Ye Olde Man & Scythe has stood in Churchgate since the 12th century.
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