'Ghost' spotted at Alton Towers

A mum-of-five got more than she bargained for on a ghost hunt at Alton Towers when she caught a ghostly figure on camera.

Some believe it could be the apparition of a woman who cursed the theme park.

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Sharon Kearns had visited the theme park for a ghost walk joined by mediums and TV show Most Haunted's Brian Shepherd.

The group were left 'shocked' when they spotted what they believe is an eerie figure in one of Sharon's photos from the evening.

While there have been numerous ghost sightings in the theme park grounds, one legend has it that an old beggar woman put a curse on the land in 1821 - and mediums have recently speculated that it is indeed cursed.

The stories didn't put Sharon off though, and she claims she is eager to return to Alton Towers so she can see if she can catch another apparition on camera.

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Widely regarded as one of the most haunted places in England, Chillingham Castle is in the heart of Northumberland and was one of the first lines of defence against the invading Scots. It’s horrific history is evident in its vast dungeons and torture chamber (pictured above) and it is renowned for its many ghostly inhabitants – the Blue Boy, Lady Mary and her child, as well as the royal procession, are well-documented sightings. If you’re brave enough, stay in one of the eight self-catering apartments within the castle and old coaching rooms. Prices start from £100 for a night in a Coaching Room.