Paranormal experts warn Prince William about the ghost roaming his country mansion Anmer Hall. Then he reveals what he thinks about sharing his home
Live and let live?
Prince William has a surprisingly relaxed attitude toward the paranormal activity reported at his country estate. The Prince of Wales, 44, apparently took the news of a resident ghost at Anmer Hall in stride. According to PEOPLE, paranormal historian Richard Felix shared this insight on a recent episode of Hello! A Right Royal Podcast titled ‘Ghost Story Special.’
The property, which sits on the Sandringham Estate, was a wedding gift from Queen Elizabeth to the couple in 2011. Felix, who works as a veteran ghost tour guide in the United Kingdom, claims the mansion has a long history of spooky encounters.
“When the Prince of Wales and Princess of Wales moved into Anmer Hall, it’s more or less on the Sandringham Estate, there was a ghost there of a Catholic priest that lived there and was hanged, drawn and quartered for high treason, and for some reason, has returned to his home,” Felix said. He added that people have reportedly heard the voice of the priest. Others have claimed to see the figure wandering around the halls of the mansion.
The historian believes the spirit is linked to Henry Walpole
Walpole was a Jesuit priest who met his end in 1595 due to his religious beliefs. Local legends suggest he returned to his family home after his death. His spirit is often seen roaming the grounds of the estate.
The reaction from the Prince of Wales when he first heard these warnings was quite calm. “Before the Waleses moved in, they were warned about the ghost and the comment was, I presume it was from Prince William, he said, ‘No old hall would be complete without a ghost, would it?’” Felix noted.
Anmer Hall is not the only royal property associated with supernatural rumors. Many other locations used by the family reportedly have their own ghosts. These include Buckingham Palace, Balmoral Castle, Sandringham House, Hampton Court Palace, and Kensington Palace.
The family seems to enjoy their time at the Norfolk property regardless of these reports
It serves as a frequent escape for the couple and their three children, Prince George, 13, Princess Charlotte, 11, and Prince Louis, 8. They often visit during school breaks, holidays, and weekends. The home is located about 110 miles north of London.
While Prince George recently began boarding school at Eton College, he is currently back with his family for a half-term break. Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, who attend Lambrook School, are also enjoying their current vacation. The Prince and Princess of Wales have kept a low profile, maintaining a tradition of reducing their work schedules to spend time with their children during these breaks.
The experiences of other royals with ghosts have been much more intense. According to Marie Claire, King Charles visits Dumfries House in Scotland, which is supposedly haunted by the Marquess of Bath. Queen Camilla once described a very frightening encounter at that location. She spoke about it in a 2018 documentary.
“There was definitely a ghost – without a shadow of a doubt. I remember the first time I walked up the steps, got into the hall and I thought, ‘I can’t go any further.’ I literally froze. If my hair could stand on end, it would have done. I remember leaving and thinking I don’t want to come back here again and I didn’t for a few years,” she said.
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