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Beckley Poltergeist Haunting

Farm east of Village, Beckley, Oxfordshire Poltergeist Victorian

In the sleepy Oxfordshire village of Beckley, a most unsettling poltergeist was reported back in 1857. The trouble began at a farmhouse situated just east of the village. It started with bits of ceiling collapsing in every room, but curiously, the furniture remained untouched. Windows were smashed, not by any human hand, but by stones and pieces of roof tile seemingly thrown by an invisible force. The entity made a single appearance, manifesting as a tall, dark man to a serving girl, who understandably fainted at the sight.

The events took place during the Victorian era, a time when such paranormal occurrences often drew significant attention. The poltergeist activity was noted over several weeks in April and May 1857. While the entity was seen only once, the physical disturbances continued, suggesting a potent and possibly malevolent presence. The serving girl's fainting fit upon seeing the tall, dark figure underscores the frightening nature of the encounter. Despite the intensity of the haunting, there's no record of serious injury to anyone involved.

Historical Context

The haunting occurred during the Victorian era, a period of significant social and industrial change in England.

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Farm
Activity Types
Visual Audio Physical
Witness Credibility
Single Witness
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Private Property
Date / Era
April / May 1857
Postcode Area
OX

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