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Little Boy Ghost Upper Mayfield

Lowes Cottage, Upper Mayfield, Staffordshire Unknown Late 20th Century

Lowes Cottage in Upper Mayfield, Staffordshire, is home to a rather unsettling presence - that of a small boy with unnerving red piggy eyes. The owners of the cottage back in 1997 and 98 claimed to have suffered ill effects from this supernatural entity, which understandably made them hesitant to complete the purchase of the property. They were taken to court by the former owners over non-payment of the forty-four thousand pounds and lost the case, with the judge ruling that the house was not haunted.

Digging deeper into the case, it seems the dispute over payment was the catalyst for bringing this haunting to public attention. The court case highlighted the very real impact that the paranormal activity had on those who lived in the cottage. Although we dont have detailed witness accounts or extensive documentation of the events, the court ruling and subsequent media coverage have cemented the Little Boy with Red Piggy Eyes place in local folklore.

Historical Context

Late 20th century residential

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Private Residence
Activity Types
Visual Audio
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Private Property
Date / Era
1997 / 98
Postcode Area
ST6

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