A quick trip to your local supermarket this time of year will leave you in no doubt it's officially spooky season. Werewolf masks, witches brooms, and grimacing pumpkins are staples of every Halloween themed shopping aisle.
Back in March 1994, however, one Wythenshawe family had no need for such props in the pursuit of a good scare. A story that made the front page of the Manchester Metro described the terror experienced by one family who had been tormented by an alleged poltergeist.
Clare and her seven month old son had recently moved into a house with her boyfriend and sister in Benchill. Read More:Manchester 'mole gang' dug 100ft tunnel under car park to raid Blockbuster Video cash machine Read More:Inside eerie abandoned hotel still scattered with deserted belongings and rotting food It was soon after moving in that Clare said a malevolent presence in the house had made itself known.
She told of seeing a sinister 'monk-like' figure which was accompanied by a ghostly child peeping out from his long robes. The family said the terrifying apparition pelted them with plates, ornaments, and even a piece of shelving.