One night, I saw this tall dark stranger enter the room. Maria was a sleep and as I watched in fear, he seemed to glide across the room towards her bed.

He stood for a moment, watching her sleep before preceded to lean down over her.

Just then, she awoke, but before she could scream, she was caught by seductive look in his eyes.

I sat quietly as within seconds, as if mesmerized by his glace, she moved her head slightly to allow the stranger to kiss her exposed neck.

Suddenly, he stopped. Something had shone in his eyes. Her crucifix had slipped from beneath her nightgown and he looked away pointing at the offending pendent.

Maria, under what seem to be an hypnotic spell, pulled the chain from her neck to allow him to continue with his intentions, and slowly, he began sucking her blood with a loving caress.

Afterwards he caressed her cheek, gave one last longing look and then with a swish of his cape, he disappeared.

Who was this lover of the night and where did he come from?

That was when I started to fall in love with Count Dracula…..

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Well years went on and as I watch Christopher Lee continue his role as Bram Stoker’ famous character of the vampire Count Dracula, I became fascinated with this legend of a man.

Back in 1897, Bram Stoker wrote this fascinating gothic tale inspired by one of the best-known figures of Romanian history, Vlad Tepes (Vlad the Impaler)  was from the Order of the Dracul (Dragon) ruler of Walachia at various times from 1456-1462.

Before writing Dracula, Stoker spent several years researching European folklore and mythological stories of vampires.

Although he never travelled to Romania, Stoker crammed his book with descriptions of many real locations that can still be visited to this present-day.

As a dream of mine to go to the Carpathian Mountains and seek out the history of Vlad Dracul, we seem to have managed to do so in spades.

The way this came about is quite fortunate really.

A few years back another group was considering an event to investigate a castle in Romania. I’m not sure where as details were not available at that time and I thought it would be fantastic to do this.

I had forgotten about this until I was accused of fancying a 90 year old Christopher Lee and was trying to find a decent picture of him as Dracula, with his seductive gaze and not the look with his bite of death.

Whilst searching, I then came across Bran Castle, renowned for being a Top 10 on the Most Haunted List and remembering the other group’s intentions, thought I would ask them if it would be possible to investigate.

A response was not anticipated but to my surprise we had received acknowledgement with a price for holding an overnight investigation.

Unfortunately this was at the tune of £3,500 GBP.  But after a bit of haggling, we decided to try and go for this….

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So UK Shadow Seekers in conjunction with UK Mystic Nights are proud to offer a Once in a Lifetime Paranormal Investigation, in Transylvania, Romania.

Set deep within the Carpathian Mountains, surrounded by an aura of mystery and legend, Bran Castle, also known as Dracula’s Castle is reputed be one of the World’s Most Haunted Locations.

No investigation has ever taken place at this temporary residence of Vlad the Impaler.

Most Haunted and TAPS have investigated other castles associated with Vlad, but now UK Mystic Nights & UK Shadow Seekers has the chance to investigate the 3rd Transylvanian Castle, which was also once his princely prison, too.

With the earliest mention in 1377 through to modern day, this castle is rich in history.

Apart from the infamous stories of Vlad the Impaler, it’s now stands as a museum dedicated to the history of the surrounding area and of the Royal Residency of WW2.

There are many different ghosts and apparitions that are said to roam ‘Dracula’s Castle’.

According to locals the castle has numerous claims of paranormal activity.

Within the Great Hall and especially in the torture chamber, loud banshee like screams can be heard reverberating throughout the castle in the middle of the night.

With access to 95% of the castle, including the Towers, Prison and Tunnel to investigate and report back to the owners.

Other Interesting Facts:
In 1931 explorers dug up the tomb of Vlad Dracula the Impaler…they found only animal bones.

In Romania, Vlad is still remembered as a saviour to his country, with many praying for his return…

Some even believe Werewolves roam around at night looking for victims.

Even people of the village believe that they exist not only in the castle but in the mountains and surrounding areas as well.

Why not take time to explore Romania and include the Paranormal Investigation whilst your there……

Could You Spend the Night in Dracula’s Castle?
Vlad Dracula los invita (Vlad Dracula invites)

Due to a couple of cancellation, we have had to reopen this events.
Please contact the UK Shadow Seekers< if you are interested
Places are very limited so hurry and reserve your place now.