So, why doesn’t Buxton have a stone circle when there’s so much prehistoric activity nearby? The area’s rich with ancient sites like Arbor Low and burial mounds, but modern development may have buried any potential sites. Maybe the real focus was the town’s thermal springs instead. Who knows what’s still hidden?
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Buxton Museum – From Closure to New Beginnings
Buxton Museum’s story stretches from ancient flint tools to modern community life. After its 2023 closure, plans for a new future are finally taking shape..
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The Church Grim – Derbyshire’s Mysterious Guardian
If you’re into cosy vibes and spooky tales, Derbyshire’s got some creepy history! The Church Grim is a black dog spirit guarding graveyards, ensuring the dead stay safe from darker forces. Folks claim it shows up before a death, but it’s more of a watchful protector than a pure fright. Just be cool and let it do its thing!
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The Hill Head Ghost
Murder in the parish records. A ghost on the village lane. Bradwell’s chilling truth is stranger than folklore…
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The Thunderbird and the Storm – Kirst D’Raven
Thunderstorms aren’t something to fear – they’re a sign the Thunderbird is flying. A guardian older than stone, watching over the storm.
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Derbyshire’s Enchanting Fairy Tales
Derbyshire’s landscape is woven with tales of the Fair Folk. From the mischievous miners’ fairies to the enigmatic mermaid of Kinder Scout, these stories have been passed down through generations, adding a touch of magic to the region’s rich history.
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New Year, 1924–1925 – A Most Unsettling Expedition – Kirst D’Raven
Sleep eludes me.
The hooded figure has become a constant in my dreams, standing at the edge of my vision, watching….
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Why Does the Sky Turn Red at Sunset?
But, as much as science can explain the colours we’re seeing, there’s something undeniably magical about a red sunset
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The Fowler Sisters of Bakewell – A Tale of Witchcraft, Fear, and Misfortune
Early 17th century England was a time steeped in religious fervour and deep-seated superstitions, the fear of witchcraft permeated society. It was a period when […]
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Dark Tales of Cresswell Dale – Vanishing Lanterns, Haunting Spirits, and Poignant Tragedy.
Within the Peak District National Park, Cresswell Dale is a beautiful valley that captivates visitors with its stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity. Located near the […]
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Spoonbill Sighting Sparks Excitement in Derbyshire | Conservation Success
The spoonbill, a bird once thought extinct in the UK, has made a surprising return, with sightings reported in Derbyshire. This large, white wading bird, […]
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Man traumatised after being ‘attacked by a cat the size of a large dog’
John Broomhead says his life changed in ‘an instant’ as the ‘huge’ animal struck him while he was extinguishing a barbecue on a caravan holiday.
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Explain this!
The paranormal world, does it exist? Many cultures believe it does especially the east. The west, well that I would say is evenly split in […]
