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1867: “I blame Charles Dickens for the death of my father”
This House is Haunted
What you need to know before your trail
1867. On a dark and chilling night Eliza Caine arrives in Norfolk to take up her position as governess at Gaudlin Hall. As she makes her way across the station platform, a pair of invisible hands push her from behind into the path of an approaching train. She is only saved by the vigilance of a passing doctor.
It is the start of a journey into a world of abandoned children, unexplained occurrences and terrifying experiences which Eliza will have to overcome if she is to survive the secrets that lie within Gaudlin’s walls…
Travel Guide
Norfolk
“Is the mist always this thick?”
The hall where Mr Heckling takes the new arrival is a few miles west of the Norfolk Broads. all she can think of is that her father had not cared greatly for the people of Norfolk.
There seems to be no knowledge of who lives at Gaudlin Hall and there is a sense of discomfort even before she steps from the carriage.
The weather the next day however is “A fine aftermath” which is in complete contrast to the dull air of London she left behind.
The village and Gaudlin Hall in the book are fictional but there are a number of large stately homes and hall where you could visit and read the book, imagining that you are in Gaudlin Hall itself –
Houghton Hall & Gardens Norfolk
For the immersive railway experience, the County School Railway Station conjures up memories of the 1800s
Booktrail Boarding Pass Information: This House is Haunted
Author/Guide: John Boyne Destination: Norfolk Departure Time: 1800s
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