Unusual news from the South of England
There is always something strange or unusual going on in the South of England. Here's a round-up of the some of the more surprising things that have happened recently.
Ghost Caught on Snapchat
A man from Crayford spotted a spooky image when he was using the messaging service in August of 2016. Hugo Smith was in Bournemouth when the social media app froze revealing the paranormal face looking back at him. After viewing this creepy picture Hugo said he made a quick escape out of the room and needed a stiff drink.
Herons and Swans Inundate Thamesmead and Woolwich Shops
Thamesmead and Woolwich have been inundated with birds shopping and dining out. A fried chicken restaurant has had a heron wanting to try out its famous chicken dinners for a couple of years. The heron has been seen regularly staring forlornly at the diners inside. A large supermarket and retail park had a family of swans out for the day at the shops and then trying to hail a taxi home by occupying the taxi rank. Everyone, even birds it seems, enjoys a trip to the shops and a quick fast food meal sometimes.