'Ghostbusters' called to rid 'dangerous poltergeist' terrorising family home in Greater Manchester

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.

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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. In desperation, the mum called in a vicar, a priest, and several nuns to try and rid them of what they believed was a "dangerous poltergeist".

Despite the divine intervention, the entity still continued to appear most nights. On one occasion, Clare claimed she had been pushed down the stairs by an icy hand.

Clare said her family loved the house, but since the terrifying incidents started happening, they had begged the council to move them. She told the Manchester Metro: "It started soon after we moved in.

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