S07-E06 - The Ghosts of the Bell Hotel

A honeymoon suite in an old Norfolk hotel.Footsteps in the corridor.A young girl standing in the dark… and a story that would draw the attention of one of Britain’s most respected paranormal investigators.In this atmospheric episode of Haunted UK Podcast, Steve explores the haunted history of The Bell Hotel in Thetford — a timber-framed building dating back to the late 15th century, surrounded by centuries of Norfolk history, local folklore, royal connections, religious upheaval, and ghostly testimony.At the heart of the episode is the extraordinary case investigated by British parapsychologist Tony Cornell: a newlywed couple staying in Room 10 who repeatedly encountered the apparition of a young girl. What began with a cold spot and the feeling of something pushing against the bedroom door soon became something far stranger — footsteps inside the room, glowing light, physical disturbances, television static, a moving aerial lead, and the repeated appearance of a girl later linked to Betty Radcliffe, whose tragic story is said to be tied to the hotel.The episode also explores further accounts from staff, guests, and investigators, including mist-like forms, icy atmospheres, a full-bodied woman in dark clothing, strange EMF activity, a torch apparently switching on by request, a chilling EVP, the ghost of a dog by the fireplace, children’s voices in locked rooms, and the darker presence of a monk-like figure connected to Thetford’s religious past.Rich in witness testimony, historical atmosphere, and unsettling detail, this episode asks whether The Bell Hotel is truly one of Britain’s most haunted hotels — or whether centuries of tragedy, rumour, and expectation have made the building feel alive with the stories told inside it.Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave us a rating, and drop a review. It really helps the show reach more listeners. Here's where to find more:Support the show: Patreon (patreon.com/hauntedukpodcast) | Ko-fi (ko-fi.com/hauntedukpodcast)Follow us: Instagram @hauntedukpodcast | TikTok @hauntedukpodcast | X @hauntedukpodWebsite: https://hauntedukpodcast.com/Produced by Pink Flamingo Sound Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.