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Phantom Dog of Cricklade

Abingdon Park Lane, Cricklade, Wiltshire Shuck Modern

Abingdon Park Lane in Cricklade is home to a rather unsettling phantom - a ghostly dog that's said to roam the area. The story goes that back in the 1940s, a member of the local Woman's Institute was out and about when she came face to face with this spectral canine. It was a terrifying encounter, to say the least. The poor woman was left shaken by the experience, and it's easy to see why - who expects to meet a ghostly dog while out for a stroll?

This phantom dog is a type of ghost known as a Shuck, a term used to describe ghostly dogs that are said to haunt various parts of the UK. The fact that this particular Shuck was encountered in the 1940s suggests that it may have been a relatively recent apparition at the time. While we dont know much about the history of Abingdon Park Lane, its possible that the ghostly dog is connected to some long-forgotten event or tragedy in the area. Whatever the reason, the phantom dog of Cricklade remains a fascinating and chilling tale.

Historical Context

The area has a long history dating back to the medieval period

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Road
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Single Witness
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
1940s
Postcode Area
SN15

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