Delays are a big problem. I've heard of cases where Megabus UK was delayed by several hours due to various reasons like traffic or mechanical issues. Passengers had to wait at the station with no clear idea of when they would actually leave. It can be really frustrating, especially if you have connecting travel plans.
One common horror story is overcrowding. Sometimes they sell more tickets than there are seats. People end up having to stand in the aisle for long journeys, which is not only uncomfortable but also a safety hazard.
The cleanliness of the buses can be a horror in itself. There have been stories of dirty seats, floors full of trash, and even foul smells in the bus. It makes the journey unpleasant and unhygienic. Some buses seem not to have been cleaned properly before the next trip.
I had a horror story with Megabus UK when the bus had a mechanical problem on the highway. We were stranded for hours. There were no proper facilities for us passengers while waiting for the repair. We were just left on the side of the road with very little information. It was cold and scary, especially at night.
Another theme is bad customer service. For example, if the bus is late and the staff doesn't communicate properly or offer any compensation. It can be really frustrating for passengers.
One horror story is about a megabus that broke down in the middle of nowhere at night. Passengers were left stranded for hours with no proper communication from the staff. There were no nearby facilities either, so people had to wait in the cold and dark, feeling scared and frustrated.
One horror story is long waiting times in A&E. People with serious conditions have to wait for hours, sometimes even days, before getting proper treatment. This can be extremely dangerous for those in critical condition.
One horror story could be cases where adopted children were placed in homes with abusive parents. The adoptive parents might have hidden their true nature during the adoption process, and once the child was in their care, they physically or emotionally abused the child.
One horror story is long waiting times. People with serious conditions sometimes have to wait months for crucial surgeries. For example, a patient with a painful hernia might be put on a waiting list for half a year, during which time their pain and discomfort keep increasing.
In the UK, long waiting times for non - emergency surgeries can be a horror story. Some patients have to wait months or even years for procedures like hip replacements. In Canada, there have been cases where patients in remote areas struggle to access specialized care due to a lack of local facilities. For example, a patient with a rare disease might have to travel long distances to see a specialist, which can be both time - consuming and costly.
There was this one time when a young man got on the megabus with a huge backpack that was almost as big as him. He struggled to find a place to put it and ended up with it on his lap for half of the journey. Every time the bus jolted, he would be pushed forward by the backpack, which looked really comical.
One common element is probably confusion over VAT regulations. The UK VAT system can be complex, so many 'horror stories' might involve businesses or individuals not fully understanding the rules.
The unknown and the supernatural. Take the Black Shuck for instance. A huge, black spectral dog just appearing out of nowhere is terrifying. There's no rational explanation for such a thing, and that's what makes it so spooky in UK horror stories.