Ghost Hunter Yvette Fielding Vows to Haunt Downing Street
The "first lady" of British ghost hunting humorously declared her intention to haunt 10 Downing Street after her death, particularly on Halloween.
Yvette Fielding, known as the "first lady" of British ghost hunting and co-creator of the paranormal series "Most Haunted," has stated her intention to haunt 10 Downing Street from beyond the grave. Fielding, 58, revealed in an interview with the Daily Mail that she plans to return on Halloween night to "scare the living daylights out of whoever occupies Number 10 at the time."
Fielding, who has been hunting ghosts for over two decades, noted that while Halloween is associated with spirits due to ancient Celtic traditions, ghosts can manifest at any time. "In my experience filming all year round, it makes no difference whatsoever. You know, if a ghost wants to show itself, it will," she explained.
To protect herself from unwanted spiritual encounters, Fielding shared that she wears her grandmother's crucifix, which contains a small vial of her late father's ashes, and recites the end of the Lord's Prayer. She also believes her loved ones act as a protective force.
Fielding also commented on paranormal activity at Elstree Studios, the filming location for "Strictly Come Dancing," "EastEnders," and "The Chase." She stated that "Strictly Come Dancing is haunted" and that dressing rooms have experienced unexplained incidents, such as items being moved. She expressed a desire to investigate the studios further when they are empty and lights are off.
Recalling her experience on "Most Haunted," Fielding mentioned an episode with the group Girls Aloud in 2006, where one member became so frightened she had to speak with a psychologist. She cited the late Paul O'Grady as a favorite guest and a strong supporter of the show, who encouraged her to ignore negative comments.
Beyond her paranormal pursuits, Fielding has also participated in a Halloween campaign for the non-profit Smart Energy GB, investigating energy drains affecting small businesses. She visited a London bookshop to highlight how "invisible energy use" drives up business bills. A poll for the campaign found that 80% of small business owners are concerned about unexplained energy consumption, and 91% of those with smart meters have found ways to save money on their energy bills. Fielding, a former small business owner herself, encourages others to monitor costs and consider smart meters to identify and reduce energy waste, especially ahead of winter.