Bara-Hack
Village of Voices
State: Connecticut
County: Windham County
Founded: 1780
Abandoned: 1890s
Peak Population: Unknown
Bara-Hack (Welsh for 'breaking of bread') was a Welsh settlement that was abandoned in the late 1800s. It is famous for paranormal reports - visitors claim to hear children laughing, dogs barking, and wagon wheels even though the village is empty.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Fall
Difficulty: Moderate (trails)
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- Famous for ghostly sounds
- Welsh heritage (name means 'breaking of bread')
- Cellar holes and cemetery remain
Location
Address: Pomfret, CT
Coordinates: 41.9167, -71.9667