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The Vanishing Gamekeeper of Old Costessey

Wooded area, Old Costessey, Norfolk Apparition Edwardian

Deep in the Norfolk woods, near Old Costessey, a peculiar encounter took place in the 1980s. A dog walker, strolling along a wooded path, came across a middle-aged man dressed in earthy tones, wearing a cap and knee-length boots, and carrying a rifle. The two exchanged a friendly greeting, with the man smiling in response. But in an instant, the man vanished into thin air. The dog walker was left bewildered, wondering if they'd just imagined the whole thing.

Locals soon revealed to the dog walker that the mysterious figure was likely a gamekeeper from the 1920s. It seems that many people had seen him over the years, and his ghostly presence had become a sort of local legend. The gamekeeper's attire and rifle suggest he was a man of his time, tasked with managing the local wildlife. His friendly demeanour and sudden disappearance only add to the enigma, leaving us to ponder the circumstances of his haunting.

Historical Context

The area has been rural and wooded since the early 20th century.

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Woods
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
1980s
Postcode Area
NR8

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