The Mysterious Grey Mare and Her Colts
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10/09/24 • 64 min
After a long summer break, the boys are back! In this episode, Ross and David take us on a journey to the mysterious Grey Mare and Her Colts, a megalithic chambered long barrow near Abbotsbury in Dorset. Built during the Early and Middle Neolithic periods, this ancient tomb holds secrets uncovered in the 19th century, including human remains and pottery fragments. The duo also visits the nearby Kingston Russell Stone Circle, also known as the Gorwell Circle.
Back at the Dark Darzet Studios, they’re joined by Henry to reflect on the field visit and dive into the folklore surrounding these two intriguing sites. They also catch up on some bizarre local news, including a new crop circle near Badbury Rings, the Neolithic burial site at Thomas Hardy’s former home in Dorchester, which was recently granted special protection as a scheduled monument on the advice of Historic England, and the temporary arrival of a second moon orbiting Earth.
All this, plus plenty of uninformed chatter, chaos, and fun as they return—now even less organized than ever!
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After a long summer break, the boys are back! In this episode, Ross and David take us on a journey to the mysterious Grey Mare and Her Colts, a megalithic chambered long barrow near Abbotsbury in Dorset. Built during the Early and Middle Neolithic periods, this ancient tomb holds secrets uncovered in the 19th century, including human remains and pottery fragments. The duo also visits the nearby Kingston Russell Stone Circle, also known as the Gorwell Circle.
Back at the Dark Darzet Studios, they’re joined by Henry to reflect on the field visit and dive into the folklore surrounding these two intriguing sites. They also catch up on some bizarre local news, including a new crop circle near Badbury Rings, the Neolithic burial site at Thomas Hardy’s former home in Dorchester, which was recently granted special protection as a scheduled monument on the advice of Historic England, and the temporary arrival of a second moon orbiting Earth.
All this, plus plenty of uninformed chatter, chaos, and fun as they return—now even less organized than ever!
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In this episode, Ross, David, and Henry embark on a pre-dawn journey to a secretive spot deep in the Dorset countryside, drawn by tales of a mysterious black cat lurking in the shadows. As the first light of dawn filters through the misty trees, the air is thick with anticipation. They delve into eerie local legends and past encounters, with Henry and David recounting their own spine-tingling sightings. Skeptical Ross tries to unravel the mystery and determine if there’s any truth behind these enigmatic creatures. Listen in as they explore the folklore and unveil what they discover. If you've had a brush with a big cat in or around Dorset, we'd love to hear your story—reach out by email or on Twitter.
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Our Halloween Dorchester Ghost Walk
This Halloween, we created our own ghost walk around Dorchester, bringing along our partners and kids to explore the eerie local lore! Here are the spine-chilling stops we visited, each with a story from Dorchester's haunted history. Join us as we walk through these ghostly tales!
Stops on Our Tour:
Maumbury Rings
Story by Ross
- The ancient grounds of Ghostly Romans and the legend of the Bleeding Phantom.
Antelope Walk
Story by Kate
- Tales of Judge Jeffreys sightings and the mysteries of Dorchester’s Haunted Tunnels.
Dorset Museum
Story by Caz
- The story of the Sobbing Lady, a spirit whose mournful presence lingers in the museum’s quiet halls.
Hangman’s Cottage
Story by Henry
- Henry tells the tale of the Drowned Prisoner’s vengeful spirit and the cottage’s grim history with the hangman himself.
The Town Pump
Story by David
- Sightings of the Faceless Boy near the old pump have spooked many over the years.
The Balti Express
Story by Becca
- Finally, the tragic tale of the Distraught Girl, a ghost said to haunt this unexpected place.
Walk Along With Us!
If you’re ever in Dorchester, you can follow the same route and listen along!
Here’s our route: Our Ghost Walk Route
Happy Hauntings! Listen if you dare.
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