There’s something about a ghost story that stays with you, especially when the events are said to be true. From haunted houses to spectral figures caught on camera, these tales have disturbed witnesses for decades—and continue to do so today. Here are five real-life ghost stories that blur the line between myth and terrifying reality.

In the heart of North Yorkshire, among misty moors and ancient woods, lies Haverah Park — an unassuming landscape steeped in history and legend. In the summer of 1812, this quiet area became the site of one of Britain's most astonishing and enduring paranormal sightings: the appearance of a ghost army marching solemnly across the countryside.