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The Skipping Figure of Little Wishford

A36, Little Wishford, Wiltshire Apparition Unknown

On a drive through the rolling countryside of Wiltshire, a solitary figure emerged in the headlights of a car on the A36 near Little Wishford. The figure, moving with a skipping gait, seemed to be heading towards the side of the road. As a vehicle in the opposite lane passed through it, the figure vanished, leaving the witness to wonder if they had really seen a person at all. The location, a stretch of road flanked by trees, was unremarkable, yet it was here that this fleeting apparition made its brief appearance.

Further investigation into this sighting, which occurred around 2019, has yielded few details about the figure's appearance beyond its movement. The witness, who was driving to Somerset, was the only person to report the incident, but their account is compelling. While there's no concrete evidence to suggest that this figure has been seen before or since, its sudden disappearance as another vehicle passed through it raises intriguing questions about the nature of this haunting manifestation.

Historical Context

The A36 has been a major route through Wiltshire for centuries, potentially linking various historical sites and settlements.

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Road
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Single Witness
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
2019?
Postcode Area
SP3

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