Shadows of The Past- History, Witches and Ghosts of The New Forest
Fri 13 Feb
|Burley Manor Hotel
This Friday the 13th, explore the history and spooky mystery of The New Forest!
Time & Location
13 Feb 2026, 19:00 – 20:30
Burley Manor Hotel, 1 Ringwood Rd, Burley, Ringwood BH24 4BS, UK
About the event
Prepare for an evening where history and legend intertwine!
Shadows of the Past is a captivating talk that uncovers the darker history of The New Forest, weaving in folklore, ghost stories, witches and more! From exploring real historical figures such as Alice Lisle, to eerie local myths like The Stratford Lion, this talk invites guests to delve into the stories that have shaped one of England’s most enchanting landscapes- The New Forest.
Delivered by spooky historian, storyteller and founder of Haunted New Forest, Hugh Bernard, the evening promises to give thrills, chills and engage your inquisitive nature in the known...and unknown.
Held in the atmospheric Barn in Burley Manor Hotel, the evening begins with a complimentary welcome drink to set the scene. Guests are invited to settle in, relax, and prepare to journey with Hugh to uncover truth, myth, paranormal encounters and more.
What to expect:
An atmospheric talk in a…