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The Hill Street Apparition

Hill Street, W1, London Crisis Apparition Georgian

Hill Street in London's posh Mayfair area is home to a rather infamous ghostly encounter. Back in 1779, Lord Lyttleton woke up in his home to find a woman in white standing by his bed. Some sources identify her as Mrs Amphlett, a mysterious figure who allegedly warned Lyttleton that he'd be dead within three days. What makes this encounter even more remarkable is that it seems to have been a pretty accurate prediction - Lyttleton dropped dead into his butler's arms at Pitt Place in Epsom just 72 hours later.

This eerie premonition took place on November 24, 1779. Historical records confirm that Lord Lyttleton did indeed pass away on November 27, 1779, at 11 pm. The incident was apparently documented in 'The Astrologer of the Nineteenth Century', which included an illustration of Lyttleton's encounter with the ghostly woman. While we don't know much about Mrs Amphlett's background or motivations, her alleged appearance has become a famous case in the annals of English paranormal history.

Historical Context

Late 18th century England, Georgian era

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Private Residence
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Single Witness
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Private Property
Date / Era
24 November 1779
Postcode Area
W1

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