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The Breathing Phantom of Broomwood Lane

Broomwood Lane, Stock, Essex Apparition Late 20th Century

Broomwood Lane in Stock, Essex, is a seemingly ordinary road, but it's home to a rather unusual ghostly phenomenon. In the mid 1980s, a young cyclist was riding along this lane when he was startled by extremely loud, heavy breathing sounds right next to him. The cyclist looked around, but there was no one in sight, so he quickly pedaled away, leaving the strange noise behind. The breathing sounds were reportedly so loud that it's little wonder the cyclist was spooked.

While there's limited information available about the history of Broomwood Lane, it's worth noting that the incident occurred in the mid 1980s, a time when the area was likely quite rural. The fact that the breathing sounds were so loud and clear suggests that they may have been a manifestation of some kind of paranormal activity. Unfortunately, there are no further details about the cyclist's experience or any potential connections to other hauntings in the area.

Historical Context

The area was likely quite rural in the 1980s.

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Road
Activity Types
Audio
Witness Credibility
Single Witness
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
Mid 1980s
Postcode Area
SS2

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