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Phantom Dog of Cheriton Bishop

Cheriton Cross, Cheriton Bishop, Devon Shuck 20th century

Cheriton Cross is a spot on the A30 where a rather unusual ghostly encounter has been reported. A driver travelling along this stretch of road claimed that a Great Dane leapt out in front of their car. The driver thought they had hit the creature but when they stopped to investigate, there was no evidence of an accident to be found. It's a puzzling incident that has left many questions unanswered.

The story of the phantom dog at Cheriton Cross has been documented in various paranormal accounts. This type of ghostly apparition is commonly referred to as a 'shuck', a term used to describe a ghostly animal, often a dog, that is said to appear to travellers on roads and highways. While the exact circumstances of the dog's appearance are unclear, it is thought to have occurred at some point in the twentieth century.

Historical Context

Rural legend

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Road
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Single Witness
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
Twentieth century
Postcode Area
EX2

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