Area near the Severn Bridge, Aust

Near the Severn Bridge in Aust, Gloucestershire, a bizarre and intriguing haunting has been reported. The ghostly apparition consists of a group of phantom soldiers who are said to have met a grisly end in the River Severn. According to local legend, these soldiers bullied a ferryman into taking them across the river, but he cleverly tricked them into leaving his boat too early, and they were washed away by the strong currents.

Thornbury Castle Hotel, Thornbury, Thornbury

The Thornbury Castle Hotel has a long history dating back to the Tudor period, and it's here that guests have reported experiencing some truly spine-tingling paranormal activity. One of the most well-known phenomena is the appearance of the Grey Lady, a ghostly apparition said to haunt the castle's corridors and rooms. Despite being in the same room where King Henry VIII once slept, many visitors have reported feeling an eerie presence and even claimed to have been spoken to or heard whispers in their ears.

Saint Briavel's castle, Forest of Dean

Deep in the Forest of Dean, Saint Briavel's Castle stands as a testament to centuries of history. This former stronghold has been witness to a multitude of paranormal occurrences, including sightings of a ghostly figure clad in shining armour. The apparition has been spotted roaming the castle grounds and corridors, leaving many to wonder if he's the source of the disembodied footsteps echoing through the walkways. Adding to the mystique, a young child's cries have been heard in the King's Hall, a room with a dark past, where the remains of a baby were once discovered walled up.

Roman temple of Nodens, Lydney

Deep in the Gloucestershire countryside lies the ancient Roman temple of Nodens, a place steeped in mystery and intrigue. It's here that a fascinating relic was uncovered, a curse tablet that has captured the imagination of many. In 1929, a curse written on a tablet was found at this site, which when translated from Latin, read: 'For the god Nodens. Silvianus has lost a ring and has donated one half (its worth) to Nodens. Among those named Senicianus permit no good health until it is returned to the temple of Nodens.' This ancient plea has been linked to a ring discovered in 1785 at Silchester, and some believe it even influenced J.R.R. Tolkien's legendary One Ring.

Industrial unit, Lydney

In the sleepy town of Lydney, Gloucestershire, a bizarre incident took place at an industrial unit in April 2008. Overnight, a batch of bonding resin was left to test, but when the workers arrived the next morning, they were shocked to find three small footprints imprinted on the surface. Measuring eight centimetres in length, the prints were spaced fourteen centimetres apart, suggesting a deliberate and careful placement. The unit had a strict no children policy, making the origin of these mysterious marks all the more puzzling.

Paisley House, Lydney

Paisley House in Lydney, Gloucestershire, is home to a most unusual and unexplained phenomenon. In 1985, Mr and Mrs Mizen, who lived in the house with their four sons, were awoken dozens of times in the night by the sound of muffled heartbeats. The noise was audible in every room of the house, yet their sons could not hear anything. It was as if the heartbeats were selectively targeting the couple, leaving them bewildered and concerned.