If you’ve ever driven late at night down a deserted highway, you know the feeling. The headlights only go so far, the road stretches endlessly into darkness, and there’s that eerie sense that something—or someone—might be watching. But in the UK, there’s a stretch of highway where that unsettling feeling is said to be very real. Welcome to the A75, Scotland’s so-called “Ghost Road”—a place that’s been named the most haunted road in the country.
The A75 runs through Dumfriesshire in southern Scotland. While it’s just one of many A-roads in the UK, this particular route has gained an infamous reputation for supernatural sightings and spine-tingling tales. Over the past 50 years, drivers have shared countless stories of bizarre happenings that can’t be explained—phantom figures suddenly appearing, ghostly animals darting across the road, and disturbing apparitions that seem to come from nowhere.
What Makes the A75 So Terrifying?
Stretching about 95 miles, the A75 connects Gretna to Stranraer. But it’s the stretch between Annan and Gretna, specifically along an area called Kinmount Straight, that has earned its frightening reputation. This portion of the highway has been the epicenter of the scariest encounters, with many claiming they’ve seen things they can’t explain.
One of the most chilling stories comes from two brothers, Derek and Norman Ferguson, who drove the road in the 1960s. They claimed they were suddenly confronted by a series of terrifying visions: an elderly woman ran straight at their vehicle with her arms stretched out wide. As they swerved, trying to avoid her, they saw a screaming man appear out of thin air, followed by phantom animals. And just like that, everything vanished without a trace. But the terror stuck with them.
Locals Believe Something Strange Is Happening
These stories aren’t just one-off incidents. According to reports, unusual sightings on this road happen all the time. Bob Sturgeon, who used to run a snack van near Kinmount Straight—the supposed paranormal hotspot—once told reporters that barely a week would pass without someone mentioning a strange experience. Some were so spooked they refused to drive the road again at night.
Over the years, other drivers have reported hitting people or animals that seemed to appear from nowhere—only to get out of their cars and find nothing there. Others have described seeing shadowy figures along the roadside or feeling an overwhelming sense of dread as they pass through certain stretches.
Why This Road?
No one really knows why the A75 is so active with paranormal events. Some believe it could be linked to the area’s violent history, as Dumfriesshire has seen centuries of battles, skirmishes, and bloodshed. Others think it’s simply the power of suggestion—people hear the stories and then convince themselves they’re seeing things.
Regardless of the reason, the A75 has secured its place as the UK’s most haunted road. It’s been featured in documentaries, ghost-hunting shows, and paranormal podcasts alike. And for anyone brave enough to take the drive, the stories alone are enough to make you second-guess taking that nighttime trip.
So, the next time you find yourself in southern Scotland and need to get from Annan to Gretna, think twice before choosing the A75 after dark. You might just end up with a ghost story of your own.
