His book covers over 800 pubs and clubs across the UK where apparitions, ghosts and spectral beings have been seen – including a number across our own county.
He also incudes the details of how each venue became haunted – recounting some of the dark tales that explain the supernatural experiences of landlords, staff and customers alike.
The list of haunted pubs across Derbyshire can be found below – and the book can be found here.
13. The Tupton Tap, Derby Road, Old Tupton
The book says: “Originally called ‘The Royal Oak’, spluttering sounds heard here in December would seem to indicate the anniversary of the death of Samuel Lomas - who became drunk and drowned in a shallow pond just behind the pub.” Photo: Google
14. The Peacock, Owler Bar
Paul wrote: “A spectral lady wearing a shroud is noted here. Only her face is visible but she is said to be in her 20s and ‘very beautiful.’ There is also a headless man witnessed in the dining room, while in the car park and the rear area, there is a man dressed in a frock coat. Five spectral monks are sometimes seen walking across a nearby field.” Photo: Google
15. The Old Yew Tree, Manor Road, South Wingfield
The book says: “The phenomena consists of ‘a wisp of blue smoke’, footsteps, a picture on the wall suddenly rising before being dropped and doors bursting open.” Photo: Google
16. Blue Bell Inn, Station Road, North Wingfield
Paul wrote: “The repertoire of human ghosts at this pub would seem to be female; the first appears rather dramatically, emerging from a blue haze, and walks through the lounge and adjoining areas; she is usually seen in the warmer months and her appearance is marked by bottles and glasses disappearing and then reappearing, and also by the sight of flickering lights. The pub’s website mentions the Blue Lady saying that she is friendly but doesn’t like the cold, and refers to an additional phantom, a black mongrel (said to be short-haired and very realistic). Another spectral lady has also been observed in the entrance area and by the bar. A landlady had also felt the sensation of someone putting their hands on her waist.” Photo: Google