River Thames, SE1

The River Thames has long been a hub of activity in London, but in 2006, it was the site of some rather unusual sightings. At least four people reported seeing an angel hovering over the water, sparking widespread interest and debate. Some claimed the sightings dated back to 1666, the year of the Great Fire of London, while others linked them to wartime. The London Eye, a popular tourist attraction, is located nearby, and it's possible that the angel was seen in relation to this iconic landmark.

St Andrews Hospital, E3

St Andrews Hospital in London's East End has a fascinating, if somewhat brief, history of paranormal activity. In the mid-1970s, during a period of renovation, three workers installing new lifts reported a strange occurrence. As they worked, a shimmering white shape appeared next to them, similar to a heat haze, and then vanished just as quickly. This fleeting apparition may have been 'George', a poltergeist-like entity known to hospital staff.

St Thomas' Hospital, SE1

St Thomas' Hospital in London is home to a rather unsettling presence - a ghostly nurse known as the Grey Nurse. This phantom figure, clad in a grey uniform, has been spotted by numerous people, often in areas where patients are being cared for. What's particularly unnerving about this ghost is that she appears so lifelike, her facial features remarkably clear, that she's been mistaken for a real person - until she vanishes into thin air. Some reports even suggest that her legs abruptly end at the knees, adding to the eerie nature of her apparition.

Imperial War Museum, SE11

The Imperial War Museum in London's SE1 area has a reputation for paranormal activity. This site was once home to the second Bethlem Royal Hospital, which relocated from its original location. During World War II, the Women's Auxiliary Air Force took over the site, and staff reported strange occurrences at night, including ranting and screaming, and the sound of chains being rattled. These unexplained events have continued to be reported over the years, with a security guard more recently hearing shouting and screaming on the site.

Sky over Palace of Westminster, SW1

On a chilly February evening in 2008, a strange object hovered silently in the sky above the Palace of Westminster. The UFO, as it came to be known, was a mesmerising sight with its white, red, and green lights illuminating the darkness. For a full 90 minutes, it remained visible to anyone who cared to look up. The Palace of Westminster, with its rich history dating back to the 11th century, has been the site of numerous significant events over the years, but this unusual sighting was certainly a first.

Westminster Bridge, SW1

Westminster Bridge is a spot where the fabric of time seems to unravel on New Year's Eve. As the clock strikes midnight, a phantom figure is said to appear, leaping from the bridge into the Thames below. Many believe this ghostly figure to be Jack the Ripper, the infamous serial killer, taking his own life. The story has become a dark tradition, with people gathering to witness the spectacle. But there's another, lesser-known tale associated with this bridge. A policeman once reported encountering a mysterious woman who led him on a wild goose chase, ultimately preventing a suicide. The woman vanished, leaving behind only questions.