Every county has its own peculiar mysteries, sightings and goings-on. Here are some of our favourites.
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The folk hero Dick Whittington, who travelled to London to make his fortune, was based on Richard Whittington, who died in 1423 and left his huge wealth to charities including St Barts Hospital.
Tall tale
In County Antrim, Northern Ireland, the giant Fionn mac Cumhaill (anglicised as Finn McCool) is said to have created a series of stepping stones now known as the Giant's Causeway as part of a bridge to Scotland, so he could cross the water without getting his feet wet. Science tells us the spectacle is more likely the result of volcanic activity 50 million years ago.
* Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/ northern-ireland/giants-causeway for organised walking tours.
THE BEAST OF BODMIN
The wild landscape of Cornwall is where to head if you fancy coming face to face with the panther-like Beast of Bodmin Moor. Witnesses describe it as being 5ft long with terrifying teeth and blazing yellow eyes. There have been more than 60 reported sightings, usually followed by the discovery of mutilated livestock. One thought is that it could be an actual black panther that escaped from a zoo or a private collection.
NESSIE
Diese Geschichte stammt aus der September 12, 2023-Ausgabe von Woman's Weekly.
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