Misty Woman of Bicknoller
Bicknoller Hill in Somerset is home to a rather intriguing legend. They say a phantom female, known as the Misty Woman, roams these parts, herding deer around the area. It's a story that's been passed down through the years, with many claiming to have caught a glimpse of this mysterious figure. The image of a woman wandering the hills, surrounded by mist, is a haunting one, and it's easy to see why this legend has endured.
The history of this region is steeped in folklore and myth, with many stories of ghostly apparitions and unexplained phenomena. While the origins of the Misty Woman legend are unclear, it's likely that the story has its roots in local folklore. The fact that the Misty Woman is said to herd deer suggests a connection to the natural world, and possibly even the role of women in rural life. Unfortunately, there are no recorded dates or times for these sightings, but the story remains a popular one among locals and visitors alike.
The region has a rich history of folklore and myth
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Nearby Haunted Places
St Audries Phantom Black Dog
Road between village and Holford, St Audries
The stretch of road between St Audries village and Holford in Somerset is renowned for its unsettling paranormal activity. This eerie route is said to be haunted by a phantom black dog, commonly referred to as a Shuck. Adding to the mystique, some claim that a ghostly coffin ominously lies in the middle of the lane, while others report seeing a grey misty figure of unknown origin. The combination of these apparitions makes this road a hotspot for those fascinated by the paranormal.
Mysterious Wolverine Sighting
Unnamed area near the town, St Audries
St Audries in Somerset is a place where the ordinary and the strange can coexist. In February 1994, a rather unusual sighting was reported by John Corbett, who claimed to have seen a wolverine hunting rabbits in an unnamed area close to the town. Wolverines are not native to the UK, so this sighting was certainly an unusual one. The creature's presence in this rural area raises many questions about how it ended up there and what it was doing.
Those Fated to Die
Church, Crowcombe
Crowcombe Church stands sentinel in the Somerset countryside, its ancient stones bearing witness to a haunting spectacle that unfolds on two nights of the year - Halloween and Midsummer Eve. Anyone watching the church at midnight on either of these dates will see the spirits of those fated to die over the forthcoming twelve months. This eerie procession of ghosts is said to appear to onlookers, a chilling portent of mortality that has been observed for centuries.
The Old Lady of Crowcombe
Edge of the road bypassing the village, Crowcombe
On the edge of the road bypassing the village of Crowcombe in Somerset, a lonely phantom is said to roam. This elderly apparition is thought to be the ghost of a woman who lost her home when the cottage she lived in was demolished during the construction of the bypass. It's said she died soon after being relocated, and her spirit has lingered in the area. Locals and travellers have reported catching glimpses of her, a poignant reminder of the human cost of progress.
The Blue Lady of Crowcombe Rectory
Rectory, Crowcombe
Crowcombe Rectory in Somerset is home to a mysterious blue shade that occasionally appears within its walls. This elusive presence has been reported by various individuals, leaving many to wonder about the story behind the Blue Lady. While details about the sightings are scarce, the rectory's long history and picturesque setting only add to the allure of this enigmatic haunting.
Giant's Thrown Stone Legend
Battlegore tumulus, Williton
Battlegore tumulus in Williton, Somerset, is said to be the final resting place of a stone thrown by a giant from West Quantoxhead. The story goes that this giant, known as Old Nick, was competing with the Devil himself to see who could hurl a rock the farthest. Unfortunately for Old Nick, his rock fell short, and he was banished from the area. The tumulus, a type of ancient burial mound, has been linked to this legendary tale for centuries, and its rugged landscape still whispers secrets of a bygone era.