The Bell Hotel in Thetford is said to be haunted by a couple of unwanted guests (Image: Google) For many thrill seekers and paranormal enthusiasts, October is the best month of the year. With Halloween happening on the last day of the month, many people like to get in the mood for the celebration by watching horror films or even trying to get in touch with the elusive 'other side'. If you are a fan of ghosts and desperately want to capture proof of their existence, you might enjoy exploring old buildings that are said to be haunted by historical figures.

This particular hotel and pub in Thetford, Norfolk , is said to have some special guests, who don't require a booking. The Bell Hotel can be found on King Street in Thetford and is close to the Little Ouse river, making it an ideal place to stay for tourists visiting the area. Records of The Bell date back to around 1493 when it was a coaching inn for travellers going between London and Norwich.

READ MORE: Campaign launched to help light-up Cambridgeshire town this Christmas amid growing costs READ MORE: Help us crown the best vegetarian restaurant in Cambridgeshire based on your nominations The Bell Hotel still has many of its original features and some Tudor wall paintings dotted around the place. However, some of the guests that have stayed at The Bell have noted a few strange occurrences such as hearing footsteps, the appearance of icy breath, and unexplainable perfume smells. The ghost of Elizabeth Radcliffe may be behin.