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The Random Jottings of Donald Jay from Nelson in Pendle..
Illuminated Woman Location Blackburn Trinity Churchyard Haunting Manifestation .
In the small town of Blackburn, nestled amidst the rolling hills of the countryside, there stood an old and weathered churchyard. Trinity Churchyard, as it was known, held the memories and final resting places of generations long past. However, it was not only the tales of the departed that haunted this sacred ground; there was a spectral presence that sent shivers down the spines of those who dared to venture there.
On a cold winter's evening, the date was set on January 30th, 1887, a peculiar event unfolded within the confines of Trinity Churchyard. The townsfolk had heard whispers of a mysterious apparition that had been sighted there, and their curiosity had been piqued. News spread like wildfire, and soon a small gathering of brave souls had assembled, eager to witness the otherworldly spectacle.
Among the curious onlookers was a young man named William. He was a daring soul, always seeking adventure and eager to unravel the mysteries of the world. His youthful curiosity had drawn him to Trinity Churchyard on that fateful night, not knowing that he was about to witness something that would forever change his perception of the supernatural.
As the night grew darker, a hush fell over the crowd, their breaths visible in the cold air. Suddenly, a soft glow appeared in the distance, steadily growing brighter and casting an ethereal light upon the gravestones. Gasps of awe escaped the onlookers' lips as they beheld the sight before them.
Emerging from the light was a young woman, her features ethereal and her presence captivating. Clad in a flowing white gown that seemed to dance with the wind, she glowed with an otherworldly radiance. The townsfolk watched in awe, their eyes wide with wonder and trepidation.
As the mysterious woman floated gracefully through the churchyard, a sense of unease began to settle upon the crowd. William, caught in the moment, felt a surge of fear and confusion. Without thinking, he grabbed a nearby bottle and, in a moment of sheer panic, hurled it in the direction of the apparition.
The bottle shattered upon impact, causing shards of glass to scatter through the air. The townsfolk gasped, their collective breath held in anticipation of what would come next. But instead of vanishing or dissipating into thin air, the luminous woman's eyes blazed with an intensity that defied explanation.
Swift as a shadow, the illuminated woman darted towards William, her spectral form closing the distance in the blink of an eye. Panic surged through his veins as he turned to flee, his heart pounding in his chest. But the ghostly figure was relentless, pursuing him with an otherworldly speed that surpassed the bounds of the physical realm.
Through the darkness, William ran, his footsteps echoing in his ears as he desperately sought refuge from the wrath of the illuminated woman. Only when he reached the outskirts of the churchyard did he dare to glance back, and to his immense relief, he found himself alone.
Breathing heavily, his body trembling with a mixture of fear and awe, William realized the gravity of his actions. He had unknowingly provoked a ghostly entity, one that guarded the sacred grounds of Trinity Churchyard. In that moment, he understood the weight of his actions and the importance of respecting the supernatural.
From that day forward, the tale of the illuminated woman became etched in the history of Blackburn. It served as a reminder to all who heard it, a cautionary tale of the consequences that awaited those who dared to disturb the spirits of the departed. Trinity Churchyard, forever haunted by the presence of the illuminated woman, stood as a testament to the mysterious and often terrifying nature of the supernatural world.
By Donald Jay