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Phantom Morris Minor

Shockerwick bridge, Box, Wiltshire Apparition Post-War

Shockerwick bridge in the sleepy village of Box, Wiltshire, is home to a rather unusual ghostly apparition. Drivers travelling through the area at midnight have reported being startled by the sudden appearance of a blue Morris Minor, which seemingly materialises out of thin air. The surprising thing is that despite the apparent inevitability of a collision, no impact occurs - it's as if the phantom car simply passes through the space where a real vehicle would be.

The Morris Minor, a classic British car model, has been a staple of British roads since the 1940s. One can't help but wonder if there's a connection between the car's appearance and the history of the bridge or the village of Box. Unfortunately, there's limited information available on the specific circumstances surrounding the haunting, but it's clear that multiple witnesses have experienced this bizarre phenomenon. The fact that it happens at midnight adds to the eerie nature of the encounter.

Historical Context

The bridge and surrounding area have been in existence since at least the 18th century

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Bridge
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
Midnight
Postcode Area
SN15

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