The Freakin’ Shack Podcast

Ghosts of Tudor England | The Haunting Stories of Margaret Pole, Catherine Howard and Lady Jane Grey

July 9, 2026·1h 4m
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The Tower of London has witnessed centuries of executions, betrayal and royal intrigue—but could it also be home to some of England's most famous ghosts? In this episode of The Freakin' Shack, we explore the lives and legends of Margaret Pole, Catherine Howard, and Lady Jane Grey. Each woman met a tragic end during the Tudor period, and each has become part of England's rich history of ghost stories and paranormal folklore. Together we examine the historical events behind their deaths, the hauntings reported at the Tower of London and Hampton Court Palace, and the intriguing idea of Stone Tape Theory—   the belief that traumatic events may somehow become imprinted on a place itself. If you are intrigued with Tudor history, haunted locations, or unexplained mysteries, join us as we separate historical fact from centuries of legend. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 08:57 The Tower Green Three 18:38 Margaret Pole 28:03 Catherine Howard 43:54 Lady Jane Grey Help grow our Shack community - Follow us Give us a review Share with anyone you think might enjoy listening Share your comments/thoughts and Stories via email At: shackpackinbox@gmail.com Pull up a chair... The Shack door's open - Thanks for listening...

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