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Glasgow Poltergeist Haunting

23 Mansfield Street, Glasgow, Glasgow Apparition Mid-20th Century

In a quiet Glasgow street, a family endured two years of relentless paranormal activity at their home on Mansfield Street. It started with inexplicable noises and a constant chill in the air, but soon escalated to events that defied explanation. They witnessed a piece of coal levitate and drop back into a bucket, and a tall, ghostly figure standing over their children's bed. The family eventually fled, unable to cope with the intensity of the haunting.

Historical records show that the haunting occurred between 1959 and 1961. The location was a residential property, and the family who lived there experienced a range of terrifying events. The poltergeist activity included visual and audio manifestations, such as the ghostly apparition and levitating objects. The family's account of the haunting has been documented, providing valuable evidence of the paranormal activity that took place.

Historical Context

The haunting occurred in a residential area of Glasgow during the mid-20th century.

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Private Residence
Activity Types
Visual Audio
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
High
Accessibility
No Public Access
Date / Era
1959-1961
Postcode Area
G3

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