The Stocksbridge Bypass has long been called 'Britain’s most haunted road'. Reports include sightings of a mysterious monk-like figure standing by the roadside, phantom footsteps and a presence said to appear inside vehicles before disappearing without a trace.placeholder image
The Stocksbridge Bypass has long been called 'Britain’s most haunted road'. Reports include sightings of a mysterious monk-like figure standing by the roadside, phantom footsteps and a presence said to appear inside vehicles before disappearing without a trace. | jpress

13 of the most haunted places in Sheffield: Readers share their sightings and stories

By Mark Hall
Published 30th Oct 2025, 18:07 GMT

Sheffield is well known for its steel and scenery, but this Halloween it’s the city’s spirits that have everyone talking.

After asking readers 'Where is the most haunted place in Sheffield?', we were inundated with responses on Facebook. Nearly 100 people shared their spine-chilling suggestions and stories, from eerie pubs and shadowy woodland paths to entire neighbourhoods said to echo with the footsteps of the past.

Carbrook Hall, once dubbed Sheffield’s most haunted pub, topped many people’s lists. Built in the 12th century, it’s home to countless ghost stories, including sightings of a mysterious figure believed to be the spirit of Sir Francis Wortley himself. Visitors have reported moving objects, sudden chills, and whispers from empty rooms.

Scroll through the gallery below to discover the 13 most haunted places in the city according to readers.

Weston Park Museum in Sheffield is rumoured to be haunted, with reports of unexplained noises, ghostly apparitions and strange occurrences, particularly in the older parts of the building.

5. Weston Park Museum

Weston Park Museum in Sheffield is rumoured to be haunted, with reports of unexplained noises, ghostly apparitions and strange occurrences, particularly in the older parts of the building. | jpress

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There have been multiple reports of ghostly occurrences at this historic pub dating back to the 1700s. One involves a ghostly figure of a former landlord and a mysterious presence that lingers in the basement. Patrons and staff have reported hearing footsteps and experiencing strange noises, particularly in the cellar and upper floors.

6. The Three Tuns

There have been multiple reports of ghostly occurrences at this historic pub dating back to the 1700s. One involves a ghostly figure of a former landlord and a mysterious presence that lingers in the basement. Patrons and staff have reported hearing footsteps and experiencing strange noises, particularly in the cellar and upper floors. | Johnston Press

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The Emergency Services Museum in Sheffield, housed in a former Victorian fire station, has garnered a reputation for being haunted, with reports of ghostly apparitions and flickering lights, especially in the older areas of the building.

7. The Emergency Services Museum, West Bar

The Emergency Services Museum in Sheffield, housed in a former Victorian fire station, has garnered a reputation for being haunted, with reports of ghostly apparitions and flickering lights, especially in the older areas of the building. | JPIMEDIA Resell

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The Lyceum Theatre is said to be haunted with several sightings of a woman in Victorian clothing who is said to appear in the upper levels of the theatre, particularly in the balcony area.

8. The Lyceum Theatre

The Lyceum Theatre is said to be haunted with several sightings of a woman in Victorian clothing who is said to appear in the upper levels of the theatre, particularly in the balcony area. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: The Lyceum Theatre

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