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Screaming Horses of Black Greve

Black Greve Farm, Wythall, Westmidlands Apparition Roman

Black Greve Farm in Wythall is home to a chilling and unusual haunting. Locals claim that on Christmas Day, the sound of screaming horses can be heard in the vicinity of the farm. The legend goes that the horses belonged to a Roman chariot which crashed in the area many years ago. The driver lost control in the ice and snow, and the entire team fell into a deep ditch, meeting a tragic end.

Historical records suggest that the incident occurred on a particularly harsh winter's day, much like the one described in the haunting. The Roman chariot, laden with goods or perhaps even troops, succumbed to the treacherous conditions. Over time, eyewitnesses have reported hearing the blood-curdling screams of the horses on Christmas Day, a date that coincides with the alleged anniversary of the tragedy. While there are no concrete records to verify the incident, the persistence of the legend and the numerous accounts of the haunting have cemented its place in local folklore.

Historical Context

Roman era trade and settlement in the West Midlands

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Farm
Activity Types
Audio
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Private Property, but Public Access on certain dates
Date / Era
24 December (reoccurring)
Postcode Area
B47

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