Tag: England

I’m Not Psychic, But…

As England prepare to face DR Congo in the knockouts, dare we dream?

The Three Lions

The Medieval Beast That Still Roars

The Haunting Tradition of the Sin Eater

The Sin Eater, a mysterious figure in British folklore, took on the sins of the deceased through a ritual that allowed the soul to pass unburdened into the afterlife. This grim, outcast role came with a heavy cost, leaving the Sin Eater forever marked by the sins they absorbed.

Whitby

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  • November 2, 2024
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WHITBY IS A SMALL TOWN NESTLING ATOP THE CLIFFS AND ALONG THE MOUTH OF THE RIVER ESK, NORTH YORKSHIRE, ENGLAND.

The Divine Warrior – Saint George’s Legendary Appearances in Battle.

On the eve of Saint George’s Day, we take a look at some of the alleged ghostly interventions of England’s patron saint.

Luds Church

Luds Church, a deep chasm in Staffordshire, England, is believed to have been a sacred place for early Pagans due to its natural phenomenon on the summer solstice. It was used as a place of worship and a hiding spot by the Lollards in the 15th century. The site has various legends and historical connections, making it a fascinating and worthwhile visit.

The Mowing Devil

The 17th-century pamphlet ‘The Mowing-Devil: or, Strange News out of Hartford-shire’ tells of a farmer who refused to pay a laborer to mow his field and swore he would rather the Devil mowed it. This story, possibly one of the first crop circle reports, reflects human fascination with the mysterious and unexplained in a time of agricultural and social change.

British Bigfoot Sightings and the Folklore Connection

The intertwining of modern Bigfoot sightings with British folklore raises scepticism about the authenticity of reported encounters. The parallels drawn between mythical creatures and contemporary accounts blur the lines between fact and fiction, challenging perceptions and inviting contemplation on the complexities of human storytelling.