Bathroom had a clawfoot tub, perfect for relaxing in after a day exploring'

Ghosts aside, the room itself was stunning, with a fourposter bed and antique furniture.

- ISOBEL PANKHURST

The bathroom featured a clawfoot tub, perfect for relaxing in after a day of exploring the town. The room also once featured a secret passageway, connecting it to the neighbouring Rye Royal room. This has since been sealed up, which is arguably a relief given the already high levels of spookiness I already felt throughout the pub.

Staying in the room for two nights was a delight, even if I couldn't get used to the creaking floorboards during the night. However, what I quickly adapted to was the luxury of a fourposter bed - not something many of us use every day.