Ep 3. Edinburgh Vaults
- October 21, 2003
- 46 min
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Season 3 Episode 3 of Most Haunted takes us to the infamous Edinburgh Vaults, located beneath the streets of Scotland's capital city. Built in the late 18th century, the vaults were originally intended to be used as storage for goods and supplies. However, due to poor construction and inadequate ventilation, the vaults quickly became unsuitable for their intended purpose and were abandoned.
Over the years, the vaults have gained a reputation as one of the most haunted places in Scotland. Stories of ghostly apparitions, disembodied voices, and unexplained phenomena abound. It's no surprise that the Most Haunted team is eager to investigate these claims and see if they can capture any evidence of the paranormal.
As they enter the vaults, the team is immediately struck by the eerie atmosphere. The narrow tunnels and low ceilings create a sense of claustrophobia, while the sound of dripping water and creaking wood adds to the unnerving ambiance. Yvette Fielding, the show's host, reports feeling a strong sense of unease as soon as she sets foot inside the vaults.
The investigation kicks off with the team splitting up into smaller groups to explore different areas of the vaults. They're armed with various pieces of equipment, including EMF meters, temperature sensors, and night-vision cameras. As they move deeper into the tunnels, they start to experience strange occurrences.
One of the team members, Stuart Torevell, reports feeling an icy cold breeze on his face despite the fact that there's no visible source of wind. Another member, Karl Beattie, hears what sounds like footsteps echoing through the tunnels. But when he investigates, he finds nothing there.
As the night wears on, the team begins to experience increasingly intense paranormal activity. They capture unexplained shadows on camera, hear strange voices whispering in their ears, and witness objects moving on their own. At one point, Yvette feels an invisible hand gripping her arm, causing her to jump in fright.
Despite the mounting evidence of supernatural activity, the team is determined to press on with the investigation. They conduct multiple séances in an attempt to communicate with any spirits that might be present in the vaults. At one point, they believe they've made contact with the ghost of a former resident of the vaults. But before they can get any concrete information, the connection is lost and the entity disappears.
The investigation culminates in a terrifying encounter when the team comes face-to-face with a malevolent presence. The entity manifests itself as a shadowy figure, looming over the team as they huddle together in fear. It disappears just as suddenly as it appeared, leaving the team shaken and rattled.
As they pack up their equipment and prepare to leave, the Most Haunted team reflects on the intense and unnerving experience they've just had. Despite the evidence of paranormal activity they've captured, they know that there's still much about the Edinburgh Vaults that remains a mystery. And they're eager to return and continue their investigation.