Join young ghost-hunters Nigel Danvers and Lucy Reubans, as they begin a new 'Crown' mystery:

Hallowed Isle lies just off the coast of Saxton, on England's windswept coast. It is a moody, melancholy place; haunted by those who lived, worked and died there. That, in itself, is not unusual in this uncanny landscape, where everywhere has a supernatural tale to tell… should you be brave enough to delve deeper.

Hallowed Isle is different. It hides its secrets well, buried beneath centuries of bizarre history. Nigel and Lucy will need to use ALL of their new found ghost-hunting skills to unravel the mystery of who, or what, haunts the small, pine ridged island, four miles out at sea.

Grab your ghost-hunting kit, board the island ferry, and experience this spooky sequel to the 2007 hit - The Lost Crown - A Ghost-Hunting Adventure.

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Saxton Harbour - Saxton is a small harbour town nestled amongst the rocks and watery inlets, providing a home to ghost-hunters Nigel Danvers and Lucy Reubans. No-one knows, for sure, when the town was established, but its very name suggests a strong Anglo-Saxon influence. Some say the spirits of the old kings still dwell within the landscape, influencing all. Is it possible to summon such legendary figures, using ghost-hunting techniques?

Pine Ridge Care Home - Lucy Reubans has never been sure about the Pine Ridge Care Home, based out on Hallowed Isle. Her beloved Grandpa has been a resident for more years than Lucy cares to remember. Money is tight, so there was little choice. But, things have taken a turn for the worse. A letter has arrived from Gramps, in desperate need. He believes that 'something' is entering the resident bedrooms, late at night. "There have been suspicious deaths", he says, "but Nurse Crane will take no notice. Please help." As Nigel and Lucy arrive at the Care Home, they find the place quiet as the grave. "Where is everyone?" worries Lucy "Where is Gramps?!"

The Scarecrow - Guardians can take many forms. They serve to protect that which is precious. As Halloween approaches, it is the crop of pumpkins that needs guarding. They will be needed to protect people's homes, during Samhain, when dark forces descend upon the town. The scarecrow was created for this very task, oh so many years ago. The crows never linger when he is present. Is it the crude half formed face, or the ragged coat? Or, do the crows know something more, about the scarecrow, which we dare not?

The Warren - Hidden from the tourists, the maze-like streets of The Warren are a wretched place. The foggy, damp streets echo with the ghosts of a thousand sailors, fishermen and their kin. The past and present collide, creating confusion and disorientation. It is all too easy to loose someone here, especially if they don't wish to be followed. One such person is Nanny Noah, the local white witch. She has a date with a mysterious individual, less than a day before Halloween. What is she planning? Why is she unwilling to tell Nigel and Lucy the truth?

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Previously... treasure, ghosts and murder!

Nigel Danvers has escaped London, on the Sleepwalker train, to seek adventure and fortune on England's windswept coast. Expecting a cool reception, Nigel is surprised to find that he is expected...but how?! Has he been here before?

Later - he befriends a local girl, Lucy Reubans (after some coaxing!). Lucy shares his interest in the paranormal, strange and supernatural, even though she remains skeptical. She knows the small harbour town hides many a dark secret, so embraces the chance to dig deeper. But is she safe?

Together they go hunting for the legendary 'lost' crown of the Anglo-Saxons; believed to be hidden in the eerie landscape that surrounds them. But, many of the townsfolk, including white wicca 'Nanny Noah', warn that some treasures are not supposed to be found; they have been hidden for a reason. Ignoring the advice, Nigel seeks answers in a mysterious world; inhabited by the living, but haunted by the dead.

April, 2012 - Ulcombe revisited. West Looe Square (Princes Square) has been photographed, from up high, to become (after some serious CGI magic ) the fictional village of Ulcombe, Saxton's long lost twin. Ulcombe is an island based town, with a dark, blood thirsty past. To get the high shots, a 'Cherry Picker' crane lift was employed to raise Jonathan disturbingly high above the old rooftops of West Looe. When asked about vertigo, Jonathan had this to say - "It's bloody high up there, you feel a bit like a god, gazing down upon your minions... until the nausea sets in!".

March, 2012 - Big thanks to the deliciously talented local lass, Shirin Hodgson-Watt, for recording the theme tune to The Last Crown. Shirin has created some truly haunting vocals for in-game songs and incidental music. The theme, based on the old English folk tune 'Oak and the Ash', or 'A North Country Maid', is loaded with clues and acts as a 'Previously on…' ditty to remind gamers of the story so far. The song is a marvellous way to set the stage, before embarking on the latest ghost-hunting mission.

February, 2012 - New location found and photographed. Buckfastleigh Church is a ruinous ramble of medieval and gothic buildings, hidden within the woods that frame Dartmoors eastern edge. The churchayard boasts a famous (long dead) resident, Squire Cabell, a 'monstrously evil man'. He gained this reputation, for amongst other things, immorality and having sold his soul to the Devil. Squire Cabell also inspired Arthur Conan Doyle to create Lord Baskerville - victim of the famous hounds! It's a fascinating place, more than worthy of Nigel's attention.

December, 2011 - The Last Crown, not remotely finished and certainly not as polished as need be, gets shunted back to a 2012 release date: "Frustrated to say that TLC2 won't be making the Christmas stockings this year. But, the wheels keep turning. Still working away as the Cornish skies turn a wintry grey. I'm working hard to make two worthy sequels, so there's less of a wait between 2 and 3. I like to think TLC1 set up a little world, with the sequels there to explore deeper into things and expose old truths, some more surprising than others!" Jonathan.

Halloween, 2011 - Darkling Room and Beehive Sound Studio were thrilled to welcome Emma Harry back in to the sound booth. Emma recorded Block One (of three!) for the character of Lucy Reubans. With over 7 hours of dialogue, it was a long but enjoyable session. Note to self - stop torturing your vocalists with dialogue like "powerful paranormal phenomena!", even Peter of the pickled pepper would baulk at that one.

October, 2011 - Lorraine Marsh returns to the sound studio, to record vocals for the well-loved character of Nanny Noah. Lorraine is no stranger to recording vocals, having worked on the stage, in film and on radio (the latter being Jonathan's favourite medium). It was a VERY long session, with tongue twisters galore! After The Lost Crown's "tasseography", Lorraine thought she was ready for anything. Ha! Not so.

September, 2011 - Making her 'Crown' debut, Joanne Mason joined us in the sound studio to record the character of Morgan Mankle. Little loved and definitely loathed, Morgan is a tricky person to play, with her dodgy accents and waspish attitude. Jo really got into the 'spirit' of things, bringing a rather under used character to life, with humour, wit and bags of personality. Morgan's past plays a big part in the Crown sequels, but she is unwilling to open up without some coaxing... or regression therapy! Disturbing times ahead, for all concerned.