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Golden Men of Anlaby

Anlaby school, Anlaby, Humberside UFO Late 20th Century

Anlaby school in Yorkshire is known for its unusual UFO sighting on 18 January 1978. A youngster playing in the school grounds watched in amazement as a round craft landed and three figures dressed in golden clothing emerged. The child quickly ran off to find friends to share the incredible news, but by the time they returned with someone, the craft had already taken off into the sky and quickly flew off.

This remarkable event took place on a January day in 1978, a time when UFO sightings were gaining significant public attention. The witness, a child at the time, reported seeing a round craft land and three figures in golden clothing exit the vehicle. Although there were no other direct witnesses to the event, the child's account has been documented and remains a fascinating example of a reported UFO sighting in the UK.

Historical Context

Part of a series of reported UFO sightings in the UK during the late 1970s

Location

Location Details

Location Type
School
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Single Witness
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Limited Access
Date / Era
18 January 1978
Postcode Area
HU10

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