Doehole Lane, Alfreton

On a chilly winter's evening, 24 December 2015, a driver and his passenger were travelling down Doehole Lane in Alfreton when they witnessed a bizarre and unsettling sight. As they approached, a transparent, cloaked figure with a hood covering its head suddenly emerged and began to cross the road. The driver was forced to brake hard to avoid a potentially disastrous collision. The figure, seemingly oblivious to the commotion it had caused, continued on its way, vanishing into thin air just before it reached the hedgerow on the verge.

Bleaklow Mountain, Longdendale Valley

Bleaklow Mountain is said to be haunted by the ghostly procession of a Roman Legion. Every year on the first full moon of spring, the long-dead legion is believed to march across the moor, carrying glowing torches. They set off from Melandra, an old Roman fortification near Glossop. The eerie spectacle is a favourite among local ghost enthusiasts and thrill-seekers.

Mine, Shirland

Deep within the Derbyshire coalfields lies the abandoned Shirland Mine, a site of industrial heritage and paranormal intrigue. It's here that a most unsettling event took place in late October or early November 1867, one that would send shockwaves through the mining community. On this particular day, two miners made a frantic exit from the pit, their faces pale with fear. The reason behind their hasty retreat was a chilling claim - one of them had caught a glimpse of a ghostly figure, a man-shaped apparition that seemed to materialise out of the darkness.

Wingfield Manor, Wingfield

Wingfield Manor in Derbyshire is home to a rather intriguing phenomenon known as Mary's Lights. The spirit of Mary Queen of Scots seems to have a special affinity for the grand ballroom within the manor's walls. As night falls, spheres of light are often seen floating around the site, leaving many to wonder if they're connected to the ill-fated queen's ghostly presence. While some debate the origin of these lights, one thing is certain - they add an air of mystery to this already historic location.

Butterley Station railway museum, Ripley

Butterley Station railway museum in Ripley, Derbyshire, is home to a rather unusual resident. On May 6, 1991, a visitor to the museum reported seeing a dark-haired man dressed in green clothing that looked like it was from the First World War. The entity was spotted sitting in an old box coach, which is mainly used for storage due to its bad condition. What's interesting is that other people have complained of a strange atmosphere in the car, suggesting that this might not be an isolated incident.

Road from Glossop, Longdendale Valley

Deep in the Longdendale Valley, a strange encounter took place back in 1950. Mr John Davies was riding his motorbike along the winding road from Glossop when he suddenly had to stop to let a gigantic, slug-like creature cross his path. He described the beast as being comparable to a whale in size, which must have been a truly terrifying sight. It's little wonder that this bizarre incident has become a lasting part of local folklore.