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Saxon Battle Ghostly Apparitions

Kit's Coty, Aylesford, Kent Apparition Prehistoric

Kit's Coty is a spot where history and the paranormal intertwine. This ancient megalithic burial chamber in Aylesford, Kent, is said to be haunted by ghostly apparitions stemming from a battle between Saxons and Britons. The stones, which predate the battle by thousands of years, were allegedly placed over the grave of Catigern, a British prince who fell in the fight. Locals claim that on certain occasions, you can still sense the presence of restless spirits.

The story of Kit's Coty is as much about the stones as it is about the battle. According to folklore, the monument was either erected by three witches who lived on Blue Bell Hill or it marks the final resting place of Catigern. Another intriguing tale suggests that if you place an object on the capstone during a full moon and walk around the monument five times, the object will vanish. While the origins of the stones are well-documented, the ghostly apparitions remain a mystery, leaving many to wonder about the connection between the battle, the stones, and the unexplained phenomena.

Historical Context

The area has been a site of historical significance since prehistoric times, with the megalithic burial chamber dating back thousands of years before the Saxon battle.

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Megalithic Burial Chamber
Activity Types
Visual Audio
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
Stones still present
Postcode Area
ME20

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