It’s home to the famous Pendle Witches, has Chingle Hall - one of the most haunted houses in the country and has deep rooted folklore.
These are 13 haunted spots in the area...
13. Preston Playhouse
Preston Playhouse was originally built in 1847 as a meeting house for the Quakers. With so much history behind it, it's no surprise that paranormal investigators have suggested the building could house up to 200 spirits. Out of all these spirits, there is one active spirit who is very familiar to those who work at, or visit, the Playhouse; his name is Albert. Paranormal investigators are said to have made contact with Albert, and discovered that he is roaming the building, searching for his two lost children. They believe that his children, Henry and Margaret, are buried in the vicinity of the theatre, either in hidden graves or consecrated ground. What happened to his children, and why Albert is left searching for them, remains a mystery. The staff are said to blame things moving or changing on the spirit of Albert. The Playhouse's cleaner, in particular, has experienced singing in the theatre, despite no one else being in the building. Buckets and mops have been moved, and staff are said to feel uneasy in the cold basement corridor which connects the dressing rooms. Photo: Lancashire Post