Broad Haven Triangle

All Things Strange

Jan 15 2024 • 56 mins

Come along for the strange UFO flap that started at a school.

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The Broad Haven UFO flap, also known as the Dyfed Triangle or Welsh Triangle, occurred in 1977 near the coastal town of Broad Haven in Wales. It featured a flurry of alleged UFO sightings, making it one of the most well-known UFO events in the UK. Here's a summary:

Key events:

  • February 4th: A group of schoolchildren at Broad Haven Primary School reported seeing a yellow, cigar-shaped craft land in a nearby field. Some claimed to have seen a silver-suited figure emerge.
  • Following days: More sightings were reported in the area, including by teachers at the school and another witness who saw an "upside-down saucer" with two humanoid creatures.
  • Media frenzy: The incident gained national and international attention, with the area nicknamed the "Welsh Triangle" in comparison to the Bermuda Triangle.
  • Official investigation: The Ministry of Defence investigated the claims but found no evidence to support the UFO landings. They speculated on the possibility of local pranks.

Outcomes:

  • Despite the lack of conclusive evidence, the Broad Haven UFO flap remains a topic of discussion and speculation among UFO enthusiasts.
  • The event marked a significant moment in UK ufology and continues to fascinate locals and visitors to the area.
  • The story gained renewed interest in 2017 on the 40th anniversary of the initial sighting.

Points to remember:

  • The sightings remain unverified and unexplained.
  • Different interpretations exist, ranging from hoaxes to extraterrestrial activity.
  • The event serves as a reminder of the enduring human fascination with the unknown and the power of collective belief.

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