Mysterious Downs Procession
The rolling hills of Heddington's downs have borne witness to a most peculiar occurrence. It's said that on one fateful evening, the local vicar was startled by the sounds of numerous men and horses making their way across the nearby downs. The commotion was loud enough to prompt the vicar to contact the authorities, but when the police arrived, they found nothing out of the ordinary. No signs of trespassers, no horse tracks, just an unsettling feeling that something had indeed passed through.
Digging deeper into the history of this enigmatic event, it's clear that the vicar's experience remains a singular, unexplained incident. There's no record of similar occurrences in the area, nor any obvious connections to historical events or local legends. The lack of corroborating evidence only adds to the mystique, leaving us to ponder the possibility of a misinterpreted natural phenomenon or something more inexplicable. Whatever the explanation, the vicar's testimony and the police response confirm that something unusual was perceived that evening.
Rural Wiltshire's rich history offers little context for this isolated incident
Location
Location Details
Nearby Haunted Places
Ghostly Coach of Whetham
Road heading towards Calne, Whetham
On the winding roads of Whetham, a spine-tingling sight has been reported by locals and travellers alike - a ghostly coach, majestically pulled by a team of six grey horses. This eerie apparition seems to materialise out of the darkness, its presence as fleeting as it is chilling. While details of the sightings are scarce, the image of this phantom carriage has become an integral part of local folklore, sparking curiosity and fear in equal measure.
Chained Dog of Quemerford
Pound's Mill, Quemerford
In the rolling countryside of Quemerford, Wiltshire, a peculiar sighting has been reported at Pound's Mill. A black dog with a chain hanging around its neck was spotted by a witness, who was left bewildered as the creature vanished through a closed door. This apparition is said to roam not just Pound's Mill but also other areas in the hamlet, leaving many to wonder about the story behind this ghostly canine.
Ghostly Horses of Roundway Hill
Oliver's Castle, Devizes
Oliver's Castle, also known as Roundway Castle, stands atop a hill in Wiltshire where a bloody battle took place in 1643. Eight hundred men lost their lives in a tragic cavalry trap, and it's said their restless spirits still roam the area. Ghostly horses have been spotted galloping around the site, their ethereal manes and tails flowing in the wind. Some claim to have seen a headless ghost wandering the grounds, possibly connected to an ancient barrow on the site. Others speak of a phantom hound dragging a chain from its neck, adding to the eerie atmosphere.
Bromham Battle House Ghost
Battle House, Bromham
Battle House in Bromham, Wiltshire, is home to a mysterious ghostly young man. The entity is said to resemble a younger version of a former owner's son, Mrs Starkey. Not much is known about this apparition, but its presence has been acknowledged by those who have experienced it. The ghostly young man is believed to have been seen in the late nineteenth century, but the exact circumstances of his haunting remain unclear.
The Russian Ghost of Whetham House
Whetham House, Calne
Whetham House in Calne, Wiltshire, is home to a rather unusual ghost story. During the Second World War, a man woke up one night to find a tall, cloaked figure standing over him. He leapt out of bed, tried to grab the figure, but it had vanished into thin air. It was only later, through investigations, that the identity of the mysterious figure was uncovered.
The Thyme Tree Ghost
Area known as 'Thyme Tree' between village and Coate, Bishop's Cannings
In the rolling countryside of Wiltshire, there's a spot known as the Thyme Tree, nestled between the village of Bishop's Cannings and Coate. This seemingly ordinary stretch of land has a rather intriguing reputation. It's said that a gentle, unmistakable scent of thyme wafts through the air, marking the spot where a woman met a tragic end. The story goes that she was brutally murdered here, and her spirit lingers, leaving behind this fragrant whisper of her presence. Locals and visitors alike have reported catching a whiff of thyme in this area, even though there's no obvious source for the smell - no thyme plants, no nearby gardens, just a quiet, rural expanse.
Stay Nearby
Haunted hotels and accommodation near Downs near the Vicarage
