The schools history angers me especially as there continues to be a lot of racism on Vancouver Island and some of the murderers and child abusers are still alive and have never been punished. It was cool they included the shot inside the mine. LIVE. Ill keep my eyes open and let you know if I come across anything else about the home of Henry Croft. I havent been able to find any mention of Farquhar Street and coal carts but Ill look a little deeper when I get the chance. I can even get the guys name for you if you like. I lived very close to Draculas castle, and I saw many weird and mysterious things. Its a show that is called Haunted (only) on Netflix. The spirit is said to be a former head dancer who was killed when the location was a strip bar, but there are no records of this and it would not explain the old-fashioned dress. My cousin says he saw a girl or something, staring at him. Do you mean the really small church? This is where things get really weird. Though if someone was extremely naive and saw a person in traditional dress it might explain one or two. Calico Tea House, Nanaimo (open) Psychics read tea leaves for customers at this location. When you leave a comment does it allow you to post pictures? The tickets sold out quickly! Looking up at one of the windows, he is said to have caught sight of a man looking out over the fields that lay beyond the castle. Downstairs, second or third room on the left looking out at the wood carved bear? Good information about the birds as well. @CML http://www.johndeanpark.com/earth-gravity-site/ i think this might give some insight for you. Thanks for sharing Adrien! Required fields are marked *. It has been suggested that the Welsh freedom fighter travelled from daughter to daughter, hiding out in their homes in order to evade capture after the fall of his last stronghold in 1409. Everything about it was just strange. At the bottom of this post I share my experiences with lights near Bamfield. The list is source-based. Thanks for the great information. Poltergeist activity has also been reported as well as people not feeling alone. I then tried to contact my deceased grandfather through the Ouija Board and someone else came through pretending to be him. Dracs Castle is the ruins of No. The Farmhouse has been said to be haunted for some time, as well. Paranormal Travel Guide. Arguably the most famous of Croft Castles ghostly residents is Owain Glyndr. Nothing particularly threatening, just active. The lake is less than 5 km from the mysterious monkey sighting (MDA) as well. But a steady stream of expensive-to-make star-studded movie titles, ranging from the Ryan Reynolds family-action film The Adam Project to the $200 million Ryan Gosling espionage thriller The Grey Man to the Jamie Foxx vampire comedy Day Shift, failed to crack that viewership number. The only way we could leave is to go into the hallway that's got all the doors slamming and walls sounding like they were going to break. But Lynn Maur espescially, a lot of people have lived here nigh on 120 years. The legend says that after she disappeared, people believed she was murdered by her abusive white-pioneer husband (sometimes fianc). Did you see Anthonys (original) comment/experience below? Only to see shoes that were way too old and rugged/dirty and SMALL to be attending that school. Because it ties it together in a way that doesn't make us look like idiots. Bastion House, Nanaimo (Hair Salon & Space for lease) The building is on the site of the Old Mechanics Literary Institute (1864) which became the city hall (1886). That is these people dress in medieval cloths and have pitched battles. I have always had an affinity towards spirits and see, feel, and hear what others cannot. I didnt have time to meander around for long as I was headed down to Victoria, and took a small detour to check the old church out. Also, the house was given to the Salvation Army and torn down in 1959. Henry passed away on September 19 1936, at age 80. It does make for an interesting life experience. The bartender, in shock, asked if anyone else had seen it and several people said they had including her. Thank you for your comment Brian. I experienced a sort of spiritual peace on Keeha Beach that has been hard to replicate in my life. Couldnt find any other info on it except from an account of the same room which author says is fictional. She put the fish tackle at the foot of his bed, he is why she went to go sleep downstairs. Just before the planchette moved, they allegedly heard loud knocks on one of the castles windows. And as we stood there looking at it, doors started slamming upstairs and loud thumps on the upstairs floor. My co worker told me about it but i cant seem to track it down online. 5The exact details of the story are difficult to locate, being referenced here and also told by volunteers working at the castle. If you ever have a means to share it. If someone was trying to rent the place out,why would they put newspaper stories of dead tenants in the shed? It doesnt surprise me you had this experience! That would be wonderful! In the comments above, Joanna said, how the hell did the newspaper get in the woodshed if the previous resident had committed suicide and no one lived in the house in between. And Id like to note that not everyone cleans out places before the property passes along. Some other religious groups and individuals use the word exorcism as well. Anyways all of a sudden he had tears just flowing down his face and at that moment a childs ball (resembled a beach ball almost but smaller) bounced off the roof and landed right near us. Do you know if there are any theories as to who she is or what the story regarding her baby might be about? The building is rumoured to be haunted, and features an elevator that moves around from floor to floor of its own accord. They started to walk closer to the back yard area and there was a huge fire pit that still had heat coming off it.. they were going to keep looking around but a man shouted out from the beginning of the driveway behind them and he said That is private land, you know? Hope this helps! Is it across from the golf course, Fiddlers Greene I think the name is?? I never realized that so many people have had experiences there! Reputed to be the most haunted house in the Midlands, there are thought to be seven spectres in residence at the property. My cousin, he was drunk one night, and out on the road, and was walking towards the cabin, and theres a window looking out towards the woods, and theres a kids room where the window is. Are you aware of any because I havent had any luck? Or if you post them anywhere else you can include the address. Now open for tours, the very brave are invited to walk through the rooms in the . When Croft's widow died, T. H. Matson purchased the house. The location where theS.S. Valencia (above)ghost ship sank at Pachena Point is just over 5km (by water) south. Diane got a ride home and mom came and got us when she got off work. The following CD narrator claims to have captured images of orbs in the courthouse, as well. I dont know if everyone would ever agree 100% on any one place though. Feb 15, 2014 - Historic Croft house. In 2004,Vancouver Paranormal Societyclaimed to have captured some video evidence and the image of a bearded man in the grain of the wood. Kanaka Pete was incarcerated here before he was hanged. No ghost or witchcraft stories Im aware of. 33 8 November 2022, 7:30 p.m. I havent actually. I was going through the motions of a bad breakup and I always felt so at peace driving though the Cameron Lake area until past Cathedral grove. Your Place or Mine (Image credit: Netflix) True Spirit: February 3. A couple of years ago there was a report of wolves heard howling between Horne and Spider lakes. Haunted By Henry sets a new record for ridiculousness by shamelessly attempting to bring its cliched story of a haunted house into the present-day roundtable discussion. It should be noted that in some cultures, theYew treeis associated with the dead. Cool, creepy place, Hi Shannon, thanks a lot for this blog page. Its a subject that they wish wouldnt be asked. Although a rather large dog. Community. Also, why was everyone so chill when the lights went off?! One side of Schoen Lake and the back of a friends property in Bowser. Retirement Reflections, ceremony and opening it up as a campground, http://livinglibraryblog.com/haunting-vancouver-island/, A Haunted Tale Of A Ghost From The Gold Rush The Zeballos Hotel The Curious Fortean, Enter If You Dare!! I am familiar with how underground structures are constructed and the amount of labor,equipment and materials and the cost involved! You wouldnt think anyone would just leave it, but there it was. The Earth is Sacred. My Dads girlfriend, who claims to have psychic ability, said she saw the form of a woman in a barrel hoop dress, beside me, and was headless. He mentioned people seeing apperitions appearing in the pavillion. During the closure, a security guard was employed to make sure that the site was secure after the builders went home. I was kind of scared but too caught up in what I was looking at and running didnt seem necessary. As for Stamp Falls I guess I was expecting it to be more remote with less tourists. Some clients would always come back to have the feeling of searching for the spirits. There are claims that the previous owners left suddenly, abandoning all of their possessions including a car. I had stopped my Truck at what is called the view-point rest area located on the Malahat Highway as I was heading South. Was your experience during the day? Mount Adelaide, Esquimalt. This would be the first Port Hardy ghost story Ive come across. or do you know if there ever was a dog living there? He was buried in St Pancras Cemetery on 7 January and his very long funeral cortege attracted the attention of British Pathe. The building we got the most and undoubtibley amazing evidence from is the old French Creek School where we have many clear audio tapes and you can hear the bands in the gym from the 1920s (giving me goosebumps just thinking of it!). The old mine in Courtenay that is referred to as dracs castle is actually just off Tsoulam River road. Great share! I woke with sleep paralysis as 2 large white orbs floated towards us. ..just that it seems out of place there! Camped at a campsite on the way into Port Alice and had odd vibes or feelings from this place, barely slept and at day break got outta there in a hurry, nothing was seen nor heard, but the aura of the beautiful camp ground was eerie to say the least..anyone else ever mention this? I realize that nowadays such a find would be returned to the Comox band but back then nobody was interest once it was determined to not be recent. Back to Jamieson road myself and a friend once witnessed a wolf that was absolutely massive walk up to our car. That being said, thank you so much for sharing this as it is the first time I remember hearing about Stanley Gordon School . Thx Rae Ive heard this as well! The town was called rumble beach it is now gone and a golf course and mill along with the cemetery is now there. Would love to hear what you know about the haunting, and if youve had a personal experience there as well? Ive done so much research and Im interested in hearing more information anyone has This town has a lot of hidden secrets and like you mentioned, most dont want to talk about it. These experiences have shaped him drastically. About fifteen years ago he represented one of the Island constituencies In the Provincial Legislature. Haunted, dont know about that. I find it surprising that Forbidden Plateau in Strathcona Park is included here. the old bathrooms down below the coombs market restaurant are hauntedbefore the market was around ,the land was owned by a family with two sons that were gun happynot to much info on that ,but rumor has it ,that they buried guns all over coombs..the old bar is haunted too. Henry Croft (January 15, 1856 July 28, 1917) was an Australian-born lumber and mining magnate on Vancouver Island from the 1880s to 1900s. The actual guy. He came and took max home and disciplined him harshly for what happened. So I was "elected" to go get the pets (I was the little brother, and I did what my sister said) and so I went to the kitchen and the whole floor was broken plates, mugs, bowls, glasses etc.. and the stuff was still being thrown around. Hi Kelly, if it was the Haunted show on Netflix Haunted by Henry I have not watched it. I thought of your comment so thought Id share. Ive for sure seen her around. Could hear sounds but never paid much attention to them. I volunteer for an animal rescue in Nanaimo and ended up getting a call a few weeks ago from someone in an apartment behind an abandoned building at the corner of Farquhar and Haliburton Street. Garden Reach, Cheltenham. Awe talk to me on Facebook luna fox is the name, I am happy to announce that my new book The Haunting of Vancouver Island is now available for preorder. This lake is cedar water and normally you cannot see the bottom during the day. There have also been Sasquatch sightings in the area & unidentified lights have been reported over the mountains to the north. So we sat on my mom's bed for about half an hour while the house kept tearing itself apart. Sounds creepy to me anyways. 8 mine, located between Courtenay, Cumberland and Bevan. If youd like to go, you should get on the museums email list. Crow made a point of visiting the other well-known haunted spotsthe tourist spotshoping to see a ghost. Henry Croft in Australia, Victoria Birth Index, 1837-1920. In nanaimo also ufos and have heard of many sasquatch sitings near treeline areas of nanaimo. I dont know the details, when it was, or where on the lake. I never heard of any stories from there before. Here are four of the pictures that Steven took of Butter Church mentioned as part of the Mt. this thing in the sky was perfectly round and looked similar to one of those but the bright white would pulsate and electricity like lightening would rip out of it and not even kiddingI could see the bottom of the lake every time it pulsated. He literally founded Coltonwhy wouldnt he have a home there too? Jingle Pot Road. These are just a few in this area. So we were too scared to try. My family and I are new to Port Alberni, as of May 2014. and the drive in also was strange a vehicle in front of me just disappeared!!!! Sounds like a terrifying place to grow up! Only occasionally open to the public, Hycroft Manor now serves as a first-class venue for various UWCV meetings and events, private weddings, an annual Christmas craft show, and other special gatherings. Im guessing it was at least 10 or taller. For some, this might be consulting a First Nations healer with experience, but for others it might be as simple as wearing a cross if religion resonates with you. I proceeded to stop the truck get out and proceed to relieve myself, .a moment later out of the corner of my eye I seen two blue and white lightened orbs, side by side in the air about 500 feet off the ground, off about a mile or so off to the south east and moving in my direction slowly! This apparition appeared fully dry, and after looking at her and her friend for a moment, is said to have vanished (comments with accounts below). It freaked me out like nothing ever had before. That also cared me, because I not only have to worry about her following or going with strangers but also spirits. And the part that they didn't tell, so I guess I'm free to is this: the night that the house shook and Diane was visiting (for the first and only time ever) was EXTREMELY played down in the show which I felt was odd. It would have to be from Newcastle I would think as the island is just a bunch of houses w. no real forest. quelle heure est n jsus. Subscribe to the blog if youd like to be notified when new posts are available. I tried to find a story about a mine explosion at Lenora mine. I had seen her but she knew that not everyone could. Part I: Generally Considered Haunted First Nation Village. youre living it is dead, you can easily overpower it and kick it out. Great post! Croft attended Rugby School and then the Derby School of Mines. I think the mom's boyfriend was a cop or something and brought the car home on a lunch break? Wildlife biologist Dr. Bindernagel who appears in many of the videos below relocated to Vancouver Island in order to be closer to these sightings. I just got the impression of something really big and broad. Lake and the cost involved here nigh on 120 years the property Gordon School kept. 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