Olden Ewe antiques shop, Paignton

In the heart of Paignton, Devon, lies the Olden Ewe antiques shop, home to a rather unsettling piece of furniture - a wardrobe with a carved demonic face. Its doors have been known to unlock and open of their own accord, sending shivers down the spines of customers and staff alike. Some have even reported catching glimpses of a phantom, invisible child lurking nearby. The owner of the shop was so concerned about the strange occurrences that they featured in the local press, sharing their experiences with the public.

Police station, Paignton

Paignton Police Station on Torquay Road has a spooky secret. Back in the mid 2000s, staff reported seeing a phantom policeman wandering the first floor corridors. This ghostly officer seems to be going about his business as usual, despite being long gone from the living. No one knows what he's doing there or what his story is, but his presence has been acknowledged by those who work or visit the station.

Inn on the Green Inn, Paignton

The Inn on the Green in Paignton is home to a rather mischievous poltergeist known as Alfred. This ghost has a history of causing trouble, having previously haunted a tower that was unfortunately demolished. It seems Alfred has since relocated to the basement of the inn, where he's been known to make his presence felt. Guests and staff have reported strange occurrences, adding to the inn's reputation as a hub of paranormal activity.

Prince Regent Hotel, Paignton

The Prince Regent Hotel in Paignton, Devon, has a reputation for being haunted by a ghostly presence. In 1976, a rather unusual haunting was reported here. The ghost, which has been described as a shadowy man, seemed to have a fascination with lights, frequently turning them on and off. But what makes this haunting particularly noteworthy is the fact that the ghost was seen by the six-year-old son of the hotel's owner. The young boy was understandably startled to see the ghost materialise at the foot of his bed.

Off coast at Saltern Cove, Goodrington

Saltern Cove in Goodrington, Devon, is known for its stunning coastline and rich marine life. On a summer's day, 27 July 2010, around 15:30h, a bizarre sighting was reported off the coast. A creature described as turtle-like was spotted approximately 27.5 metres off the shore. It had large front flippers, small back flippers, and a shell, but what made it truly unusual was its small head on a thin, two-foot long neck. The creature's presence was so alarming that it was said fish beached themselves to escape its notice.

Yesteryears Antique shop, Paignton

Yesteryears Antique shop in Paignton has been at the centre of a bizarre haunting. The owner, Cheryl Ramsdall, made headlines in the local press back in 2015 after she reported hearing strange sounds on the staircase and spotting a strange figure standing behind her. It's not clear what the figure looked like or what it was doing, but its presence was enough to unsettle Cheryl. She wasn't imagining things either - the strange occurrences have been documented in local news reports.