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Epping Forest

Epping Forest has a rich history full of stories of battles, murders and witchcraft. Due to its location near London, it's also known as burial area for murder victims. Among others, the ghost of the legendary highwayman Dick Turpin is said to haunt the forest. Poltergeist activity is also a regular occurrence, with people reporting being pushed or touched by unseen hands. Headless apparition of a biker and a horse-drawn coach has been seen in the dead of night. A troubled spirit is said to run out in front of vehicles, staring into the drivers eyes before disappearing right before them. The ghost of a young girl who reportedly drowned near the Kings Oak Pub has been seen, as well as a headless horseman.

There is even a spot called Hangman's Hill. Legend has it that if you park on the hill the car will roll up it instead of down as you reach the top. And when you look straight ahead you will see the tree where a man was hung. It is believed to be pulled up the hill by the hangman.

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