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Loftus: The Hall of Dreams. Behind the Myth of Ireland's Most Haunted House
Loftus Hall, on the wind-swept Hook peninsula is a three-storey nine-bay mansion rebuilt in 1871, which incorporates parts of an older medieval residence built in the time of the black death and the previous late 17th century house of the Loftus family. A fine example of Irish Palladianism, Loftus Hall harbours countless trapped, tortured spirits and is a known site of psychic disturbances. Here, powers of darkness dwell with innocence, amid the hopeless insanity of a young girl who died of a broken heart.
The definitive study on the Loftus Demesne and its past comes to life in a story based on research, facts and paranormal experiences. Evidence and comprehensive historical research are intertwined with popular myth and beautiful images of Irish architecture. This book uncovers all that lay hidden beneath its abandoned walls and has not been forgotten. In silence, the house speaks through these pages and ultimately, tells its true story.
Meticulously researched, the haunting mansion of Loftus Hall is explored in depth from an architectural point of view, through the experienced lens of a photographer who has captured its true essence, elegance and spirit. Additionally, the stately home reveals itself to an empathic and intuitive writer, voicing its silent desires so that justice may finally be done.
Loftus Hall is indeed haunted, but by whom? A creative and factual work that transcends the popular myth of the devil and the young Lady Anne, unearthing what was hidden during centuries, bringing to light new theories and undisputed facts. Perhaps it is not only Loftus Hall, but rather the land on which it lies that holds an even darker secret and older story; the dreams of many souls who left this world and the nightmares of those that are still living.
Walk with us as we guide you through Loftus Hall, Ireland’s most haunted house, to discover its untold story; originally unveiled in its 666th anniversary and updated in this second edition.
TOP REVIEWS:
“…A new perspective and beguiling approach to the history of the house. The intriguing story, which embraces ley lines, geomancy and freemasonry, has many surprises and makes history come alive in a distinctive way”.
Paul Clements, The Irish Times
“Stunning, informative, thought-provoking…Gripping, and one-of-a-kind; this is not just another history book, it is a work of art.”
Joanna Gillan, Ancient Origins
“The story itself is fascinating, intriguing and far from the usual narrative of historical research. Ms Scott manages to inject so much more into this complete and compelling history of Ireland's most haunted building.”
Lissa Oliver, The Irish Writers Union
The definitive study on the Loftus Demesne and its past comes to life in a story based on research, facts and paranormal experiences. Evidence and comprehensive historical research are intertwined with popular myth and beautiful images of Irish architecture. This book uncovers all that lay hidden beneath its abandoned walls and has not been forgotten. In silence, the house speaks through these pages and ultimately, tells its true story.
Meticulously researched, the haunting mansion of Loftus Hall is explored in depth from an architectural point of view, through the experienced lens of a photographer who has captured its true essence, elegance and spirit. Additionally, the stately home reveals itself to an empathic and intuitive writer, voicing its silent desires so that justice may finally be done.
Loftus Hall is indeed haunted, but by whom? A creative and factual work that transcends the popular myth of the devil and the young Lady Anne, unearthing what was hidden during centuries, bringing to light new theories and undisputed facts. Perhaps it is not only Loftus Hall, but rather the land on which it lies that holds an even darker secret and older story; the dreams of many souls who left this world and the nightmares of those that are still living.
Walk with us as we guide you through Loftus Hall, Ireland’s most haunted house, to discover its untold story; originally unveiled in its 666th anniversary and updated in this second edition.
TOP REVIEWS:
“…A new perspective and beguiling approach to the history of the house. The intriguing story, which embraces ley lines, geomancy and freemasonry, has many surprises and makes history come alive in a distinctive way”.
Paul Clements, The Irish Times
“Stunning, informative, thought-provoking…Gripping, and one-of-a-kind; this is not just another history book, it is a work of art.”
Joanna Gillan, Ancient Origins
“The story itself is fascinating, intriguing and far from the usual narrative of historical research. Ms Scott manages to inject so much more into this complete and compelling history of Ireland's most haunted building.”
Lissa Oliver, The Irish Writers Union
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About the author
Helena B. Scott
2 books10 followersHelena B. Scott is a writer, historian, and linguist who speaks several languages as well as a mental and light trance medium, psychic investigator, and wellness/ spirituality coach. She specialises in: secret history and the occult, sacred geography and ancient energies (Tantric background), Gothic literature and art history, Jungian psychology, spirituality, magic, and the paranormal.
Through psychometry, the clairs, automatic writing, dowsing, tarot cards and light trance, Helena attempts to solve mysteries and investigations, uncovering events purposely omitted, buried by the veil of time and history. Past collaborations over two decades include police and crime-related investigations as well as psychical research in haunted historic properties with parapsychology academics / paranormal investigators. Her last published work (a factual revisionist account and interactive occult book on Ireland’s most haunted house), Loftus The Hall of Dreams features striking photography by Steve Meyler (New Scotland Yard’s Crime Academy former head of forensic photography). Much like a crime-scene investigation but written as a Gothic story, this unique work is supported by both historical and psychical research. Helena also provides podcasts and workshops on spirituality and the paranormal while offering consultations in many aspects of the paranormal and the occult, including property profiles/energy clearings and spirit communication.
In addition to having studied a BA in Law, with History, Anthropology, and Archaeology, Helena regularly lectures on and attends conferences/workshops/courses in these areas, and earned a Diploma in the history of magic, witchcraft, and the occult at the Imperial College London. Helena holds a Diploma in Psychic Development and various Diplomas from the London College of Psychic Studies as well as a Diploma in Jungian Psychology, having also trained in archetypal psychology with Laurence Hillman. Furthermore, she has trained in psychospiritual counselling and mediumship with leading UK spiritual wellness coaches and mediums, including trance medium and psychic detectives Ann Theato and Tony Stockwell as well as at the Arthur Findlay College for the Advancement of Psychic Sciences and the London College of Psychic Studies (est. 1884), whose events she continues to attend as a member for many years. She is also a member of the legendary Ghost Club (est. 1862), the world’s oldest research association on paranormal phenomena, the Egypt Exploration Society (est. 1882), the Irish Writers Union and the Irish Writers Centre. After living in many parts of the world, Helena has chosen magical Ireland as her permanent home.
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Helena B. Scott and her work have been featured in: the Irish Times, the Irish Independent, the Sunday Times, the Irish Writers Union, leading alternative history portal Ancient Origins, the Munster Express, the New Ross Standard, South East Radio, WLR (Saturday Café), Beat FM (Orla Rapple – Sunday Grill), Spooky Isles and in various Youtube channel interviews and other podcasts including with Irish paranormal group GhostEire and leading spiritual podcast Psychic Matters.
Through psychometry, the clairs, automatic writing, dowsing, tarot cards and light trance, Helena attempts to solve mysteries and investigations, uncovering events purposely omitted, buried by the veil of time and history. Past collaborations over two decades include police and crime-related investigations as well as psychical research in haunted historic properties with parapsychology academics / paranormal investigators. Her last published work (a factual revisionist account and interactive occult book on Ireland’s most haunted house), Loftus The Hall of Dreams features striking photography by Steve Meyler (New Scotland Yard’s Crime Academy former head of forensic photography). Much like a crime-scene investigation but written as a Gothic story, this unique work is supported by both historical and psychical research. Helena also provides podcasts and workshops on spirituality and the paranormal while offering consultations in many aspects of the paranormal and the occult, including property profiles/energy clearings and spirit communication.
In addition to having studied a BA in Law, with History, Anthropology, and Archaeology, Helena regularly lectures on and attends conferences/workshops/courses in these areas, and earned a Diploma in the history of magic, witchcraft, and the occult at the Imperial College London. Helena holds a Diploma in Psychic Development and various Diplomas from the London College of Psychic Studies as well as a Diploma in Jungian Psychology, having also trained in archetypal psychology with Laurence Hillman. Furthermore, she has trained in psychospiritual counselling and mediumship with leading UK spiritual wellness coaches and mediums, including trance medium and psychic detectives Ann Theato and Tony Stockwell as well as at the Arthur Findlay College for the Advancement of Psychic Sciences and the London College of Psychic Studies (est. 1884), whose events she continues to attend as a member for many years. She is also a member of the legendary Ghost Club (est. 1862), the world’s oldest research association on paranormal phenomena, the Egypt Exploration Society (est. 1882), the Irish Writers Union and the Irish Writers Centre. After living in many parts of the world, Helena has chosen magical Ireland as her permanent home.
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Helena B. Scott and her work have been featured in: the Irish Times, the Irish Independent, the Sunday Times, the Irish Writers Union, leading alternative history portal Ancient Origins, the Munster Express, the New Ross Standard, South East Radio, WLR (Saturday Café), Beat FM (Orla Rapple – Sunday Grill), Spooky Isles and in various Youtube channel interviews and other podcasts including with Irish paranormal group GhostEire and leading spiritual podcast Psychic Matters.
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July 23, 2023
Prepare to be spellbound! 'Loftus: The Hall of Dreams' is a tour de force that grips you from the very first poetic words, sending shivers down your spine. This is no ordinary history book; it's a mesmerising gothic ghost story that unravels the tragic yet true tale of Loftus Hall.
Helena Scott's enchanting prose unveils the captivating house and its occupants with meticulous precision, immersing you in the haunting events that transpired in Ireland.
The book's allure is further intensified by Steve Meyler's beautiful photographs.
Helena Scott's narrative doesn't just inform; it captivates, engaging your senses and imagination..
In this book, history transforms into art. It's a tale so unique, so gripping, and so one-of-a-kind that you'll find it impossible to put down. If you seek a spine-tingling and thought-provoking adventure, this book is your gateway.
It is very clear that an immense amount of research has been done by Helena.
Don't miss your chance to explore the haunting history of Loftus Hall.
Helena Scott's enchanting prose unveils the captivating house and its occupants with meticulous precision, immersing you in the haunting events that transpired in Ireland.
The book's allure is further intensified by Steve Meyler's beautiful photographs.
Helena Scott's narrative doesn't just inform; it captivates, engaging your senses and imagination..
In this book, history transforms into art. It's a tale so unique, so gripping, and so one-of-a-kind that you'll find it impossible to put down. If you seek a spine-tingling and thought-provoking adventure, this book is your gateway.
It is very clear that an immense amount of research has been done by Helena.
Don't miss your chance to explore the haunting history of Loftus Hall.
July 17, 2023
Helena B Scott shows she is no stranger to the tarot in this compelling book on Loftus Hall. Scott has many talents and these shine through in her writing as she takes the reader on a journey, by the hand, through the history of Loftus Hall. Well worth the read. A truly compelling narrative.
Paul Clements of The Irish Times said, "Based on a Gothic story supported by historical facts, Scott’s text marries appealingly with Steve Meyler’s striking photographs of Loftus, its demesne and surroundings to create a substantial landscape-style book... A mysterious and alluring landscape, the peninsula has attracted invaders from monks to Vikings and from Normans to Knights Templar."
Paul Clements of The Irish Times said, "Based on a Gothic story supported by historical facts, Scott’s text marries appealingly with Steve Meyler’s striking photographs of Loftus, its demesne and surroundings to create a substantial landscape-style book... A mysterious and alluring landscape, the peninsula has attracted invaders from monks to Vikings and from Normans to Knights Templar."
June 13, 2024
Helena has produced a great read in the Loftus Hall enigma… writing in a third person style … she offers haunted, spiritual, historical and factual movement. She then surprises with the associated Tarot readings as a ghostly background to the story and land as a whole.
I totally recommend this book and look forward to many more in the future.
Fantastic read ….
Sir Andrew
I totally recommend this book and look forward to many more in the future.
Fantastic read ….
Sir Andrew
September 5, 2018
‘Loftus: The Hall of Dreams’ is stunning, informative, and thought-provoking, and gave me goose bumps right from the first poetic words. I have read a lot of history books in my time, but nothing quite as unique, gripping, or one-of-a-kind as this book. It is written as a gothic ghost story, relating the tragic but true story of Loftus Hall, but it is not a fiction title. The real history of this captivating house and its occupants, and the events transpiring in this part of Ireland at the time, have been presented in meticulous detail, but the author Helena Scott, does not just inform you of the facts, she takes you on a captivating journey through time, allowing you to feel and imagine what life was like within the walls of Loftus Hall.
As for the photos by Steve Meyler that accompany this compelling historical account, they are hauntingly beautiful, at times dark and eerie, but glimmers of light shining through broken windows and through dark clouds give a sense that there is still beauty and hope that remain despite the terrible events that have befallen Loftus Hall.
Having personally walked within the old rooms and empty hallways of Loftus Hall, I can say that there is no other book that captures its true essence as this one does. This is not just another history book, it is a work of art.
As for the photos by Steve Meyler that accompany this compelling historical account, they are hauntingly beautiful, at times dark and eerie, but glimmers of light shining through broken windows and through dark clouds give a sense that there is still beauty and hope that remain despite the terrible events that have befallen Loftus Hall.
Having personally walked within the old rooms and empty hallways of Loftus Hall, I can say that there is no other book that captures its true essence as this one does. This is not just another history book, it is a work of art.
December 3, 2018
A book of beauty as well as an excellent read. It's hard to describe how beautiful the book is if you haven't seen it. It really is something to treasure and keep, a substantial hardback that has been exceptionally well produced and designed. The photographs are breathtaking, very atmospheric and not simply accompanying the text, but enhancing it. The story itself is fascinating, intriguing and far from the usual narrative of historical research. Ms Scott manages to inject so much more into this complete and compelling history of Ireland's most haunted building. Walls may have ears, as the saying goes, but the walls of Loftus Hall have somehow given up their secrets to the intuitive hearing of Scott. She allows the house to tell its own story and there is so much more here than the old folklore and rumours some of us may have heard before. This is definitely a collector's item, a pleasure to own and flick through long after it has been read and re-read. The images are striking, the story haunting. Well done to the author for meticulous research and a stunning and definitive work.
April 19, 2022
Tremendous book. As a fan of the supernatural and haunted houses etc, I really enjoyed Helena’s book. It is very well written. I have always been curious about Loftus Hall and the tale of Anne Tottenham. Helena takes you on a fantastic journey through this tragic history. You feel as though she is taking you by the hand and guiding you through the Loftus Hall estate. An amazing amount of research went into this book and I can’t stress enough that for fans of Loftus Hall and it’s tragic history, this is the book to check out. It comes in a gorgeous hardback which is great for hardcover book lovers such as myself. I look forward to seeing what Helena does next.
September 6, 2018
Loftus: The Hall of Dreams is a treasure in every way! It blends everything you want into one beautiful book ~ Brilliant engaging writing, fascinating gothic history, love, breathtaking full page photographs, mystery, + so much more! Unlock the ancient secrets of the most haunted house in Ireland - this is the definitive book on Loftus Hall! It is an elegant hard cover limited edition coffee table book that will be treasured for generations to come. I highly recommend this book to everyone!
January 28, 2022
This is a great book with lots of twists and turns. The writing style of the author is mesmerizing and magical. It’s an interesting book and very beautiful photos as well. I recommend this book if you’re interested in history and the spirit realm.
January 25, 2022
An excellent read and an excellent presentation! You won’t be disappointed!
June 13, 2024
Loftus Hall - Historic mystery
“Hall of Dreams” is an evocative, immortal love story illustrated in a mystical context by Tarot and featuring the enigmatic Knights Templar, weaving a historical background. A rich tapestry, delightfully crafted by talented author Helena B. Scott
I am not usually a fan of “ghost stories” but the narrative enticed me into the spiritual realm, sensitively pleading the plaintiff’s perspective on behalf of the deceased victim, seeking justice against her evil oppressor. With allusions to the local esoteric “Ley Lines” within the story, the location beckons travelers and inquisitive tourists to visit this ruggedly beautiful corner of Ireland to experience the idyllic wonder and architecture which sets the scene for this other worldly mystery.
“Hall of Dreams” is an evocative, immortal love story illustrated in a mystical context by Tarot and featuring the enigmatic Knights Templar, weaving a historical background. A rich tapestry, delightfully crafted by talented author Helena B. Scott
I am not usually a fan of “ghost stories” but the narrative enticed me into the spiritual realm, sensitively pleading the plaintiff’s perspective on behalf of the deceased victim, seeking justice against her evil oppressor. With allusions to the local esoteric “Ley Lines” within the story, the location beckons travelers and inquisitive tourists to visit this ruggedly beautiful corner of Ireland to experience the idyllic wonder and architecture which sets the scene for this other worldly mystery.
September 25, 2023
An utterly compelling read. A totally unique and thought provoking approach to telling the history of Loftus Hall. Ms Scott seamlessly ties together history, Ley Lines, Knights Templar, Freemasonry. The huge amount of research that must have went into writing this book certainly paid off.Superb piece of literature, loved it.
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