In the late 19th century, Croglin Grange in Cumbria became the scene of one of Britain’s most infamous vampire tales. A young woman reported a gaunt, corpse-like figure with glowing eyes scratching at her window. It forced its way inside and bit her neck before retreating. Neighbors pursued the creature to a churchyard, where a disturbed crypt revealed a decaying body that appeared freshly fed. Though the house itself no longer stands, the Croglin Vampire story remains a cornerstone of English folklore, often cited as Britain’s earliest vampire legend.