Old Moor's Wood, Longhope

Deep in the Gloucestershire countryside, Old Moor's Wood has been the site of a bizarre and unexplained incident. In February 2000, a collie named Basil was attacked by a large, unknown creature while in the wood. The poor dog suffered a ten centimetre tear to its neck, which its vet described as looking like it was caused by a cat - but what kind of cat could inflict such a serious wound? The attack left Basil's owner shaken and wondering what kind of animal could have been responsible.

Bus stop outside Dilke Hospital, Cinderford

Outside Dilke Hospital in Cinderford, a bus stop has become a spot of paranormal intrigue. A driver, travelling through the quiet roads at 00:30h in 2010, spotted a lone figure standing at the bus stop. Assuming the person might be waiting for a late-night bus, the driver stopped to offer them a lift. But as they looked into the bus stop, there was no one there. Eighteen months later, on 12 February 2012 at 19:00h, the same driver found themselves driving past the same bus stop, and there was the figure again. Once more, the driver pulled over, only to find the bus stop empty.

Area around Ruardean Hill, Forest of Dean

Deep in the Forest of Dean, near Ruardean Hill, a strange and unsettling phenomenon occurred in the late 19th century. For several months, a family living in the area was plagued by persistent hammering and drilling sounds emanating from a disused pit close to their property. The noise was so consistent that it became a source of concern and curiosity for the family. They must have wondered what could be causing it, and whether it was connected to the local stonemason who had gone missing around the same time.

Littledean House Hotel, Cinderford

The Littledean House Hotel is home to a rather peculiar phantom called Fred. According to reports, this ghostly apparition can be seen haunting the landings on the upper floors of the hotel. While the owners claim that nothing has been experienced recently, it's clear that Fred is still making his presence known. Whether he's trying to communicate with the living or simply likes to cause a bit of mischief, one thing is for sure: a stay at Littledean House Hotel might just come with an unexpected ghostly guest.

Littledean Hall, Forest of Dean

Littledean Hall, nestled in the heart of the Forest of Dean, is home to a rather unsettling presence. The Black Boy, a former servant of Charles Pyke, is said to haunt these historic halls. Their bond was once strong, like brothers, but it all took a dark turn in 1744 when the Black Boy brutally killed Pyke. Now, his restless spirit roams the halls, accompanied by the ghost of a cavalier and the eerie sounds of screams and heavy footsteps. It's a chilling reminder of the tragic events that took place within these walls.

The Buckstone, Forest of Dean

Deep in the Forest of Dean, a place of ancient mystery beckons. The Buckstone, a massive rock, sits quietly, its history steeped in legend. This was no ordinary stone, for it was said to have been placed by the waters of a great flood as they subsided. The locals have long believed that it was used by druids as a place of sacrifice, adding to its enigmatic presence. Although it once was a rocking stone, it now lies still, a testament to the passage of time.