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The Tall Man in Black

Bottom of Suttons Hill, Winteringham, Lincolnshire Apparition Unknown

At the bottom of Suttons Hill in Winteringham, a rather eerie encounter has been reported. This Lincolnshire location, also known as Hewde Lane, has been the site of a mysterious sighting. A tall male figure, clad in black, would appear on foggy days. One young woman had a particularly unsettling experience when the entity followed her home. She ran into her house and observed the phantom watching her from the road outside before he vanished into thin air.

Historically, the area around Winteringham has been inhabited since the medieval period, with the village being mentioned in the Domesday Book. While there's no direct historical context for the Tall Man in Black, the rural and somewhat isolated nature of the location might contribute to the mystique surrounding this apparition. The entity's appearance is noted for being on foggy days, which could imply a connection to the environmental conditions or perhaps a manifestation linked to the area's history. The witness's account of being followed home adds a personal and somewhat frightening dimension to this haunting.

Historical Context

The area has been inhabited since medieval times.

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Road
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Single Witness
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
1980s
Postcode Area
DN15

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