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Kobold Haunting of Goonzion Down

Goonzion Down mine, Bodmin Moor, Cornwall Apparition Victorian

Deep within the rugged landscape of Bodmin Moor lies the abandoned Goonzion Down mine, a place where the veil between the worlds seems to be at its thinnest. It's here that the strange phenomenon known as the Kobolds or Bucca haunting has been reported. One particular tin mine shaft earned the nickname the Roaring Shaft due to the unexplained bangs and thuds that echoed through its empty tunnels. The locals knew that these sounds were not of this world and were quick to attribute them to the mischievous Kobolds, mythical creatures from Cornish folklore believed to inhabit the underground world of mines and tunnels.

Historically, the Kobolds were seen as omens by miners, their appearances or strange noises often signalling impending disaster or at least bad luck. The fact that these occurrences were confined to the Roaring Shaft suggests that this particular tunnel may have held some significance for these entities. While there's no concrete evidence to pinpoint the exact date or time of these events, the persistence of the legend speaks to the enduring power of folklore in shaping our perceptions of the paranormal. The Kobolds of Goonzion Down remain an intriguing example of how the strange and unknown can captivate our imagination and inspire our exploration of the unexplained.

Historical Context

The mine operated during the Victorian period, a time when many tin mines were active in Cornwall.

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Abandoned Mine
Activity Types
Audio
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
Unknown
Postcode Area
PL31

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