Railway line near Cocklebury Lane Bridge, Chippenham

Cocklebury Lane Bridge is a spot where the ordinary and the unexplained seem to collide. A large brown cat has been spotted crossing the railway line here, leaving many to wonder if this is more than just a stray. The sighting was reported in April 2021 and has since become a topic of interest among local paranormal enthusiasts. While it may seem like a simple animal sighting, the circumstances and location have sparked curiosity about the nature of this brown feline.

Convent land, Chippenham

Convent Land in Chippenham, Wiltshire, is home to a rather eerie legend. A phantom horseman is said to haunt these grounds, sending shivers down the spines of locals and visitors alike. The story goes back to the early twentieth century, although the exact date is unclear. This ghostly rider is a harbinger of doom, or so the tale suggests. Some say the horseman is a former monk who used to ride these lands, while others believe it might be a victim of a tragic accident.

Five Alls Public House, Chippenham

In the sleepy town of Chippenham, Wiltshire, the Five Alls Public House has been a hub of local life for generations. But in 1963, the family residing there had a rather unsettling experience. One night, they were all awoken by the sounds of an old woman, despite being alone in the house. The noise was accompanied by lights being switched on and furniture being moved around, leaving the family perplexed and a bit frightened. It was as if an elderly lady had been present, but vanished into thin air.

The Bear Public House, Chippenham

The Bear Public House in Chippenham, Wiltshire, has a long history of paranormal activity, but one ghost story stands out - that of the Lady in Grey. In 1965, a barman was working late when he was disturbed by loud voices coming from a room he thought was unoccupied. He checked the room but found no one, which only added to the mystery. A maid outside the building also spotted a figure in grey drawing a curtain inside a bedroom, but when she investigated, the room was unused and empty.

Village centre and/or Steinbrook Hill, Langley Burrell

In the heart of Langley Burrell village, a chilling apparition is said to roam Steinbrook Hill. Reginald de Cobham, a man brutally murdered by a mob for his religious beliefs, is still seen wandering the area, battered and bleeding from his injuries. His ghostly figure is often spotted on the hill where he was subjected to the horrific torture of being slowly roasted alive. The locals claim that de Cobham's spirit is doomed to relive the agony of his death, forever trapped in a cycle of pain and suffering.

St Michael's Church, Highworth

St Michael's Church in Highworth, Wiltshire, is home to a rather unsettling ghostly presence. The pale phantom of a priest has been seen peering into the church, with a face that's more like a grey, bumpy surface than a normal visage. Where his eyes should be, there are just two darker tones, giving him a rather otherworldly appearance. It's a sight that's sure to send shivers down the spine of anyone who's lucky enough to catch a glimpse of him.