Wessex Poltergeists

Welcome back to Wyrd Wessex! This episode, Craig and Andy are getting spooky with some classic poltergeist stories. From 19th-century hauntings in Dorset to a modern-day curse on a Swindon housing estate, we're exploring why some places and people seem to attract the paranormal.Join the hosts as they discuss some of the most compelling—and destructive—cases from the Wessex area:In this episode, we explore:The Durweston Poltergeist: Craig shares a chilling tale from the late 1800s about a haunted Dorset cottage, floating objects, and the mystery of a message written on a slate by unseen hands.The Penhill Hauntings: Andy explores a recurring poltergeist that plagued a Swindon housing estate over several decades, with reports of flying objects and escalating, dangerous activity impacting multiple families.Our Verdict: We get into a big debate about the potential causes, from pop culture influences to the theory of Psychokinesis (PK), and discuss why so many poltergeist stories involve young women and children.Wyrd NewsWe're talking about Dorset being named the Most Haunted Holiday Destination, a mysterious pink pond in Hawaii, and some bubbling green slime in New York City!AnnouncementsFind out all the details about our upcoming Christmas special with special guest, Jimmy the Welsh Viking!Stay WyrdBuy our merch herewww.wyrdwessex.co.ukWritten and hosted by Craig Brooks and Andy StevensEdited by Craig BrooksIntro music by Leonell Cassio - The Paranormal Is Real (ft. Carrie) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.