Pluckley: The making and breaking of a ghost story — Kent Archaeological Society

Explore the story behind one of Kent's most notorious legends at Pluckley: The making and breaking of a ghost story, a talk by Ed Adams presented for Lenham Heritage Society. This illustrated evening will trace how the village of Pluckley came to be known as one of the most haunted places in Britain, separating folklore from fact and looking at the social and media forces that helped shape the myth. Whether you are fascinated by local history, folklore or the methods used to investigate such claims, this talk offers an engaging and evidence-based view of how ghost stories grow and change over time.

The event takes place on 26 March at Lenham Community Centre, 12 Groom Way, Lenham, ME17 2QT. Doors open at 7pm with the talk starting at 7.30pm. Entrance is £5.00 for non-members, while members and children may attend free. Join fellow local history enthusiasts for a lively evening of storytelling, analysis and questions with an experienced speaker. The session is ideal for anyone with an interest in Kent history, archaeology, folklore or the ways in which community stories are made and unmade.