Dinton Castle is popular with Chinese tourists and those interested in its ‘haunted’ history. But the owner thinks it can appeals to anyone.
Dinton Castle has captured the attention of Chinese tourists, who are excited by the opportunity to stay in an authentic English castle, Carver said.
Interestingly, Carver has also received an inquiry from supernaturalist groups expressing their desire to “revive centuries-old spirits” there.
However, he decided against hosting them.
According to local folklore, Dinton Castle is haunted by John Bigg, known as the “Dinton Hermit,” who lived underground on the estate until his passing in 1696.
Bigg went into hiding after the owner of the nearby manor house, Simon Mayne, was tried and sentenced to death for his role in the regicide of King Charles I of England, according to the BBC.
Adding to the spookiness, the castle is close to the remnants of an old Anglo-Saxon burial site, Carver said.
But aside from Chinese tourists and supernaturalists, Carver said that Dinton Castle has an appeal for everyone.
“It’s so unique, and it’s not a Windsor Castle,” he said. “This is a building you can walk around in 30 seconds.”