Caithness

Ackergill Tower claims to be haunted by the 15th century spirit of Helen Gunn who died whilst being held captive here.

Adventurous backpackers might get more than they pay for when they encounter the resident ghost at Carbisdale Castle youth hostel.

Another of the region’s castles is reputed to be haunted by The Green Lady. Castle Mey which is also known as Barrogill Castle is the home for the ghost of a daughter of the 5th Earl who took her own life after falling in love with a local ploughman much to the disdain of her father who imprisoned her in the castle.

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