Old Rectory is located in the centre of the dramatic landscape of Rhossili Bay. The house, which dates from the 1850s, has parts of the outbuildings possibly being of medieval origin. It is owned by the National Trust and is a holiday home.

The Rectory is reputedly haunted. At one time, it was claimed that the building held something 'very unpleasant' according to Brooks. This something was said to emerge from the sea and enter this building during the night. Other phenomena include the apparition of a couple in Edwardian dress reported there between the First and Second World Wars. However, apart from their distinct clothing, they were described as having “thick, grey skin”; sudden temperature drops and a disembodied voice stating, "Why don't you turn around and look at me?"

The longest serving vicar here was Reverend John Ponsonby Lucas, who served the parishoners between 1855-1908. It is claimed that his ghost rides a phantom stead across the beach infront of the rectory.

Another phantom said to frequent the beach on stormy nights is that of Squire Mansell, who drives his coach and four across the sand.

Pictured left is Rhossili Rectory courtesy of Colin Smith.

The beautiful Rhossili Bay curves along an arc running northwards from the village. With three miles of sandy beach is three miles and a backdrop of sand dunes, its easy to see why it is a popular tourist destination, cared for by the National Trust. However, it is also reputed to be haunted.

The ghost of Reverend John Ponsonby Lucas, who resided at Rhossili Rectory from 1855 to 1898, has been reported riding his black stallion along the bay. Another phantom in the bay is that of Squire Mansell who is said to gallop across the bay in his coach and four on turbulent nights. Legend states that he found treasure on the bay, and squandered it in life. Now in death, he is looking for more.

Pictured left is Rhossili Bay courtesy of Philip Halling.