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Phantom Coach Haunting

The Phantom Coach Public House, Coventry, Westmidlands Apparition 20th Century

The Phantom Coach Public House in Coventry is famously haunted by the ghost of a coach that met its demise on the very road it now haunts. This spectral coach is said to reenact its fatal crash, careening out of control before disappearing into the marsh where it originally came to rest, killing all on board. Locals and visitors alike have reported seeing this phantom vehicle, and hearing the sounds of a coach and horses in full gallop, even though the road has long since been altered and no longer winds its way through marshy terrain.

Historical records indicate that the coach crash occurred in 1938, and sightings of the phantom coach have been reported ever since. In 1995, a man named Charlie claimed to have seen the ghostly coach driver, who is believed to be an entity separate from the coach itself. The driver has been heard moving around the old building of the pub after hours, suggesting a restless spirit that cant move on. The pub's name is a direct reference to these paranormal occurrences, making it a hotspot for those interested in the supernatural.

Historical Context

The pub stands on a site with a history dating back to the 20th century.

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Public House
Activity Types
Visual Audio
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
Coach seen 1938, Charlie in 1995
Postcode Area
CV2

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