A40, Highnam

On a typical summer evening in 2012, motorists driving along the A40 in Highnam, Gloucestershire, were in for a surprise. Police issued a warning about wallabies on the loose, after several reports of the small marsupials hopping around the road. It was a strange and unexpected sighting that left many drivers scratching their heads. Were these wallabies escapees from a nearby farm or zoo, or had they somehow made their way into the wild? Whatever the explanation, it was clear that these unusual creatures were causing a stir in the local community.

George Inn Inn, St Briavels

The George Inn in St Briavels has a long-standing resident who isn't quite of this world. Locals and visitors alike have grown accustomed to sharing the building with the spirit of a former monk. It's said that over the years, the inhabitants of the pub have learned to coexist with this ghostly presence, which has become an integral part of the inn's character. The monk's gentle nature has put everyone at ease, and he's more of a silent companion than a malevolent entity.

Dick Whittington's Public House, Gloucester

Dick Whittington's Public House in Gloucester is renowned for its paranormal activity. A hunched figure has been spotted walking around the cellar, adding to the pub's reputation for ghostly encounters. The owners, who had previously experienced strange occurrences, called in paranormal investigators to help understand the cause of these events. Alongside the hunched figure, lights have been seen floating over the bar, and furniture has been known to move on its own. These unexplained events have contributed to the pub's haunted legacy.

High Street and Mill Street, Prestbury

In the quaint village of Prestbury, nestled in the heart of Gloucestershire, a strange and intriguing phenomenon has been observed. Several people have reported seeing ghostly figures drifting in and around the High Street and Mill Street area. Although the descriptions vary slightly, it's suggested that these apparitions are all manifestations of the same entity. The ghostly figures seem to be harmless and are often seen wandering aimlessly, leaving witnesses with a sense of curiosity and wonder.

120 Westgate Street, Gloucester

Gloucester's 120 Westgate Street may no longer stand, but its notorious ghostly inhabitant lives on. This location was once home to a mysterious hooded figure that would appear in the back room, sending pets and animals into a fright. The circumstances surrounding its appearances are shrouded in mystery, but one thing is certain - this ghostly presence was enough to unsettle even the most hardened of souls.

Blackfriars Priory, Gloucester

Blackfriars Priory in Gloucester is home to a rather gruesome ghostly apparition known as the Bleeding Friar. This phantom is said to be a friar with a serious head injury, seen running down a corridor. It's unclear if the friar succumbed to his wound, but his presence is certainly unsettling. Another apparition, that of a monk, is also reportedly seen in the priory, and is blamed for locking doors that are normally left open.