Mysterious Banging at Golden Cross
Golden Cross in Coventry has been at the centre of a bizarre haunting. During renovation work in 2016 and 2017, the landlady of the pub reported strange occurrences. She would hear banging on the doors, and to her surprise, one of them would always open by itself. It's unclear what could be causing this unexplained activity, but it's certainly got people talking.
Situated in the heart of Coventry, Golden Cross has a long history dating back to the medieval period. While there's no concrete evidence linking the haunting to a specific event or person, the pub's age and history could be contributing factors. The landlady's reports of banging and doors opening on their own are the only documented evidence of this haunting, but it's enough to make you wonder what's really going on.
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