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This captivating haunted inn has welcomed countless visitors, earning a reputation for its fascinating ghost stories. The Ragged Cot, established around 1730 in the charming village of Minchinhampton near Stroud, started as a simple coaching inn catering to weary travelers in the Cotswold Hills. One of its most enduring legends centers on the tragic fate of a former landlord, Bill Clavers, who, in 1760, met a disastrous end during a robbery attempt that claimed the lives of his wife and infant son. According to lore, Clavers, under the influence of rum, confronted a midnight stagecoach, leading to a series of tragic events that left him haunted by the spirits of his loved ones. Guests and staff have reported eerie phenomena, including the faint cries of a baby and sightings of a woman in period attire, as well as items mysteriously being thrown from the bar area. With such a rich history and numerous hauntings, are you ready to embark on an exclusive ghost hunt after dark?
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The Ragged Cot, Minchinhampton, The Ragged Cot, Cirencester Rd, Hyde,Stroud, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
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