Church, Wickhampton

Deep in the Norfolk countryside, Wickhampton Church stands as a testament to the village's rich history. It's here that a gruesome legend has been etched into the stone, quite literally. A knight, known for his brutal act of tearing his brother's heart out with his bare hands, was supposedly turned to stone by God himself. The Petrified Knight now rests inside the church, still clutching the heart in his stone grip. This macabre tale has been passed down through generations, leaving many to wonder if the stone figure is indeed a haunted relic of a bygone era.

Various location in the area, Stokesby

In the picturesque Norfolk village of Stokesby, a kindly ghost is said to roam the countryside, helping those in need and chatting with strangers. This benevolent spirit, known as Just Willum, is a welcome presence in the area, and its friendly nature has earned it a special place in local folklore. Described as a helpful spirit, Willum is said to assist others and converse with passersby, all without revealing its true nature until it vanishes into thin air.

Heading west into Acle from Halvergate turnoff, Acle

On a quiet stretch of road heading west into Acle from Halvergate, a driver had a startling encounter on 30 March 2009. As they approached the turn off to Halvergate, a middle aged man suddenly walked out into the middle of the road from the right hand side, right in the path of their car. The figure then turned to look at the driver, and in a bizarre and unsettling moment, the car passed straight through him. This area has long been associated with paranormal activity, traditionally known for sightings of a horse and cart, but this particular incident stands out for its clarity and the direct interaction with the driver.

Old church and Callow Pit, Southwood

Deep in the Norfolk countryside, near the village of Southwood, lies a chilling legend that has been etched into local folklore for generations. The story revolves around Callow Pit, a site where three men allegedly stumbled upon a treasure chest at the bottom of the pit. As they attempted to drag it back to the surface, a malevolent force, referred to as Old Nick, suddenly appeared and began to pull at the other end. In the ensuing struggle, the men managed to escape, but not without leaving behind a significant portion of the treasure - all they could salvage was a single door handle from the chest, which they later attached to the door of the nearby old church.

Bridge, Acle

The old bridge in Acle, Norfolk, is said to be haunted by the vengeful spirit of Josiah Burge, a man who was brutally murdered on April 7th. Locals claim that on this day every year, Josiah's blood seemingly pools on the bridge, a grim reminder of his untimely death. The story goes that Josiah was killed by a man seeking revenge for the death of his sister, and what's even more chilling is that Josiah's ghost is said to have appeared only once, to exact his own revenge on his murderer.

Bridge, Burgh

Burgh Bridge in Norfolk is the location of a most unusual and intriguing haunting. Every year on May 19th, a ghostly coach and four horses are said to appear on the bridge, driven by the headless spirit of Sir Thomas Boleyn. This spectral procession is one of many that supposedly take place on the night of his daughter Anne's execution. The story goes that Sir Thomas is doomed to revisit eleven or twelve or even forty bridges on this fateful night, reliving his tragic loss.