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.

Ford and ravine near, Glen Lyon

Deep in Glen Lyon, a spot near a ford and ravine has a reputation for being a hotbed of paranormal activity. It's said that rocks and clods of earth would be hurled at anyone brave - or foolhardy - enough to approach the area at night. This strange phenomenon was first reported back in the early nineteenth century and has all the hallmarks of a classic case of poltergeist activity. The locals were clearly spooked, and who can blame them? Imagine walking through a dark, rugged landscape, only to have stones and earth clods suddenly flying through the air.

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.

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.

The Fountain Inn, Parkend

The Fountain Inn in Parkend, Gloucestershire, is renowned for its numerous paranormal occurrences. Guests and staff have reported a wide range of strange events, from unexplained footsteps and sightings of apparitions to poltergeist-like activity. One of the most frequently reported phenomena is the sighting of a lady with short dark hair, often seen in mirrors or reflections. Footsteps have been heard outside various rooms, and objects have moved on their own, such as a serving spoon swinging by itself in the kitchen. The inn's history of paranormal activity is so extensive that it started keeping a diary to document the events.

The Common, Berkeley

The sleepy town of Berkeley in Gloucestershire was left scratching its head on one stormy day in August 2012. Residents of The Common woke up to find seaweed scattered all over the street, as if it had rained down from the sky. The bizarre occurrence sparked much speculation about its origin, with some suggesting it had been swept up by a freak weather spout from as far away as Clevedon Beach in Somerset. While it's unclear if any other beach debris accompanied the seaweed, one thing is certain - it was a strange and unexplained event that left locals wondering.