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The Salty Ghost Sighting

Thornley Workingmen's Club, Thornley, Durham Apparition Modern

Thornley Workingmen's Club in Durham is home to a ghostly presence known as 'Salty'. Staff and visitors have reported strange occurrences, including sightings of a cloudy figure. One person working in the upper part of the building reported seeing the figure emerge from a dressing room only to vanish near them. It's said that Salty likes to make its presence known, leaving witnesses with a lasting impression.

Established as a social hub for locals, Thornley Workingmen's Club has a long history of community events and gatherings. The haunting manifestation of Salty has been documented as far back as January 2011. Witnesses describe the ghost as a cloudy figure, which seems to appear and disappear at random. While there are no confirmed reports of Salty's origins, its nickname and behaviour suggest a possible connection to the club's maritime or industrial heritage.

Historical Context

Thornley Workingmen's Club was established as a social hub for locals

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Workingmen's Club
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Single Witness
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
January 2011
Postcode Area
DH8

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