Wycombe Paracon returns on 1 November with a day of paranormal talks, local legends and ghostly tales set inside the haunted King’s Arms in Amersham
Buckinghamshire has never been short on ghost stories. From the infamous Hellfire Caves in West Wycombe to centuries-old coaching inns, the county brims with legends of things that go bump in the night.
It’s no wonder, then, that Wycombe Paracon has found its home here.
This year, on 1 November, the event will be held inside one of the region’s most atmospheric spots: the King’s Arms in Amersham.
With over 600 years of history, the inn isn’t just a place for a pint — it’s a building woven into the darker threads of England’s past.
“Cromwell is said to have stayed there, Judge Jeffries too,” says organiser Ashley Darkwood. “Even now, staff talk about doors swinging open on their own. It’s got hundreds of years of stories attached to it.”
The King’s Arms is a place where history clings to every timber. During the Civil War, it played host to soldiers and generals, while centuries of travellers, locals and legends have left their mark.
Ghost sightings are still reported today — from unexplained noises and figures seen in the rooms, to housekeepers spooked by sudden chills and doors moving of their own accord.
Its reputation as one of Buckinghamshire’s most haunted pubs makes it a fitting backdrop for a paranormal gathering.
Wycombe Paracon itself is designed to reflect that variety — folklore, ghosts, UFOs and all things unexplained.
“Anthony Kerrigan from Ireland is talking about fairies and the weird creatures of folklore,” Ashley explains.
“John Fraser’s doing poltergeists and vampires — and if there’s a link between the two, that’s going to be terrifying.
“Dave Hodrien from a British UFO research group is covering abductions and contact cases. And Claire Davey is talking about graveyards and the legends that come with them.”
For Ashley, Paracon isn’t about sensationalism — it’s about connecting people with stories, history and each other.
“People sometimes feel they’re on their own with this stuff,” he says. “The Paracon gives them the chance to meet others, swap experiences and just enjoy a day where it’s okay to talk about the strange things that happen.”
The combination of experts, enthusiasts and a centuries-old pub with its own ghosts means this year’s Wycombe Paracon is set to be something special.
As Ashley puts it: “There’s enough here in a 20-mile radius to last a lifetime.”
Wycombe Paracon takes place on 1 November at the King’s Arms, Amersham.
You can book here at Wycombe ParaCon.
Have you experienced anything paranormal at the King’s Arms or elsewhere in Buckinghamshire? Share your story in the comments!
