Explore the haunted roads of the UK, where folklore, ghost stories, mysteries, and hauntings intertwine with our road network. From ancient tracks to modern highways, ghostly apparitions and eerie encounters await. Buckle up as I delve into the spectral secrets of haunted hitchhikers, phantom lorries, and accident victims doomed to repeat their final, cursed excursions.

In this video, we'll explore the sinister history of crossroads, once sites of gallows and unconsecrated burials, and the restless spirits they harbour. Discover the eerie tale of Betty's Grave in Gloucestershire, where a woman's ghost terrifies drivers if flowers are not left on her resting place.

We'll also uncover the dark legends of the Stocksbridge Bypass in South Yorkshire, notorious for its tragic accidents and ghostly apparitions. Hear the chilling accounts of dancing children and a hovering, hooded figure witnessed by security guards and police officers alike.

Venture into the mysteries of the infamous "hairy hands" in East Devon, which are said to seize control of vehicles, causing deadly crashes. Learn about the spectral hitchhikers who vanish without a trace, leaving drivers bewildered and frightened.

I investigate the haunting of Blue Bell Hill in Kent, where a young woman's ghost appears to relive the tragic events of a fatal accident. And don't miss the story of the phantom lorry on Knightlow Hill, a ghostly vehicle causing accidents before disappearing into thin air.

These chilling tales are just a glimpse into the haunted roads that crisscross the UK. As you navigate your own journeys, remember that you may not be alone on those dark, deserted stretches. Keep an eye on your mirrors and a steady grip on the wheel—you never know when you might encounter one of these ghostly travellers.

Chapters
0:00 - Intro
01:10 - The Sinister History of Crossroads
02:41 - Stocksbridge Bypass: A Road of Tragedy
04:48 - The Infamous Hairy Hands of East Devon
06:44 - Spectral Hitchhikers Across the UK
09:45 - The Phantom Lorry of Knightlow Hill
11:30 - Conclusion and Reflections

Credits and attributions:
Some footage and pictures used for the purposes of commentary and illustration
Michael Garlick
Geographer
Russel Wills
British Newspaper Archive

Original music by Stephen Anthony, Copyright © 2024, All Rights Reserved, used with permission
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Haunted England: The Penguin Book of Ghosts by Westwood & Simpson
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The Lore of the Land: A Guide to England's Legends by Westwood & Simpson
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The English Year by Steve Roud
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