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Jervaulx Abbey in North Yorkshire is a cisterian abbey that was established in 1156. It was then overturned during the dissolution of the...

Jervaulx Abbey in North Yorkshire is a cisterian abbey that was established in 1156. It was then overturned during the dissolution of the monasteries in 1537. Over the years it has been pillaged and excavated until it stands as it does now - a regal ancient relic that is nestled amongst the stunning and atmospheric backdrop of the Yorkshire Dales.

Definitely worth a visit if you find yourself in that neck of the woods.

#history #histodons

Did you know the word “poltergeist” comes from the German words “poltern” which means to knock or rumble and “geist” which means...

Did you know the word “poltergeist” comes from the German words “poltern” which means to knock or rumble and “geist” which means spirit!

Poltergiests are a form of supernatural phenomenon which includes loud banging noises and inaminate objects being thrown/flung about. Electrical equipment is also said to be affected by poltergeists and the spooks are commonly associated with bad smells too!

You wouldn’t want one of those hanging around your house thats for sure! 👻

#Spooky #funfact

Happy #Thursday! Did you know in 525 BCE a whole army disappeared without a trace?Egypt had been conquered by the King of Persia - Cambyses...

Happy #Thursday!

Did you know in 525 BCE a whole army disappeared without a trace?

Egypt had been conquered by the King of Persia - Cambyses II.

The King ordered 50,000 troops to take the Oracle of Amun, a sanctuary devoted to the God Amun, located at Siwa Oasis in Western Egypt.

The story goes that as the army were crossing the immense Western Desert a great sandstorm took place and all 50,000 troops were buried under the sand, without a trace.

#history #histodons #ancient

I really like when old gnarled tree roots grow like this. It always make me think of fantastical places where moss hides small creatures and...

I really like when old gnarled tree roots grow like this. It always make me think of fantastical places where moss hides small creatures and adventure beckons. They are magic.

#nature #wildlife #photography #trees #roots #magic

The tale of Sawney Bean & his cannibal clan is interwoven into the fabric of Scottish folklore.The tale goes that Sawney & his...

The tale of Sawney Bean & his cannibal clan is interwoven into the fabric of Scottish folklore.

The tale goes that Sawney & his interbreeding clan would attack unsuspecting victims before dragging them back to Bennane Cave on Ayrshire’s coast to be devoured.

The clan eventually attacked the wrong people and were executed however the bloody tale prevails & has been passed down from generation to generation across Scotland.

#folklore #history #histodons #scottishfolklore #scotland

Evening all - hope everyone has had a good weekend! 😎I was lucky enough to visit the Yorkshire Dales this weekend and got the chance to...

Evening all - hope everyone has had a good weekend! 😎

I was lucky enough to visit the Yorkshire Dales this weekend and got the chance to see the three-tiered Aysgarth Falls, which were created over time by the River Ure carving through the natural limestone!

A beautiful and atmospheric spot it has been visited by several famous artists & writers from history including J.M.W Turner & William Wordsworth!

#geography #waterfall #Yorkshire #northyorkshire #nature #landscape #history #histodons

We have officially reached that moment in #autumn when daydreams about summer and summer rambles start seeping into my mind! All of these...

We have officially reached that moment in #autumn when daydreams about summer and summer rambles start seeping into my mind! All of these were taken on a great day out in the beautiful peak district - what a place! 😎☀️

#countryside #peakdistrict #Summer #landscape #photography

Ever heard of the dancing plague of 1518? It is a well documented incident of dancing mania that occured in Strasbourg, Alsace (France...

Ever heard of the dancing plague of 1518?

It is a well documented incident of dancing mania that occured in Strasbourg, Alsace (France today) between July & September of 1518.

On a random summers day a lady called Frau Troffea kicked of the mania by dancing on her own for a week in the centre of town. By the end of the mania between 50-400 other people had joined her and it is said that many individuals collapsed from exhaustion and some even died!

#history #histodons #folklore

I believe this is a Silky Pinkgill! The Silky Pinkgill is a hygrophanous mushroom, meaning its colour gets darker or lighter dependent on...

I believe this is a Silky Pinkgill!

The Silky Pinkgill is a hygrophanous mushroom, meaning its colour gets darker or lighter dependent on how much moisture it has been exposed too!

This little chap was found in a local churchyard after an autumn storm which is why its cap is so dark and it looks delightfully gooey!

#mushroom #fungi #fungus #mycology #fungology #ecology #nature #wildlife

Since 1983 there have been ~60 sightings of The Beast of Bodmin - a large black cat that is blamed for slain local livestock. An...

Since 1983 there have been ~60 sightings of The Beast of Bodmin - a large black cat that is blamed for slain local livestock.

An investigation done in 1995 concluded no actual evidence exists for such a creature but also said that the existence could not be disproved either.

If a creature does/did exist It is likely to be an escaped panther however the idea of a beast roaming those ancient hills does raise the skin on the back of my neck. How about you?

#history #folklore #histodons

Fogous are underground stone structures that are only found in Cornwall. They are dated to be from either the Iron Age or Roman Britain....

Fogous are underground stone structures that are only found in Cornwall. They are dated to be from either the Iron Age or Roman Britain.

The use of Fogous is still uncertain and still debated. Some claim that they were made for storage, some believe as a safe location in case of attack, and others argue they were used for religious and/or ceremonial purposes.

I was fortunate to visit 2 of them on a summer trip and they are as atmospheric as they are beautiful.

#history #histodons

Pink Waxcaps! Also known as The Ballerina due to their lovely pink cap that has a tendency to split and look very similar to a ballerina’s...

Pink Waxcaps! Also known as The Ballerina due to their lovely pink cap that has a tendency to split and look very similar to a ballerina’s skirt! These little beauties are on the IUCN red so its always a joy when you find one!

I hope everyone has a good Monday!

Hi everyone! As some of you eagle eyed people out there may have noticed, the account has changed from Explorers of Yore to Explorer Alix....

Hi everyone!

As some of you eagle eyed people out there may have noticed, the account has changed from Explorers of Yore to Explorer Alix.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we unfortunately cannot continue with the podcast however, I (Alix) wanted to continue with the historical facts, sharing fungi photos and generally enjoying all of your lovely company! It will be the exact same content so do not fear - spooky stories, weird history, and intriguing folklore will still be provided!

Meadow Waxcap! These little beauties are indicators of ancient grassland which is pretty cool! 😎I hope everyone has a good Sunday! #fungi...

Meadow Waxcap! These little beauties are indicators of ancient grassland which is pretty cool! 😎

I hope everyone has a good Sunday!

#fungi #mushrooms #mycology #ecology

A small #throwback from my visit to the Hellfire Caves! I like how the sign doesn’t embellish but rather instructs. You have to follow a...

A small #throwback from my visit to the Hellfire Caves! I like how the sign doesn’t embellish but rather instructs. You have to follow a sign like that eh? The sign demands it!

#history #histodons #podcast

Ever heard of the Voynich Manuscript? It is a mysterious 250-page book that was purchased by a Polish book dealer, Wilfrid Voynich in...

Ever heard of the Voynich Manuscript? It is a mysterious 250-page book that was purchased by a Polish book dealer, Wilfrid Voynich in 1912.

It is written in an unknown language that has never been deciphered and is written from left to right. It is filled with drawings of symbols & people and illustrations of plants that have never been recorded!

Voynich has been accused of creating the book as a hoax but it has been carbon dated to the 1400s so the mystery continues!

#history #histodons

Come and set sail on the Lady Lovibond Ghost Ship and hear the incredible tale of betrayal, tragedy, and ghosts!Episode 4 of the Explorers...

Come and set sail on the Lady Lovibond Ghost Ship and hear the incredible tale of betrayal, tragedy, and ghosts!

Episode 4 of the Explorers of Yore Podcast is now available for download on the majority of streaming platforms if anyone fancies checking it out 😎⚓️

#podcast #history #folklore

When you read about human history it feels immense & incredible - so many different countries, so many different eras, so many societies...

When you read about human history it feels immense & incredible - so many different countries, so many different eras, so many societies and cultures! It can feel like we have been here forever.

But when you think that all of those lives and experiences are squeezed into just ~2% and ~98% of all human history has gone unrecorded it can feel amazingly existential!

Anyway! Thats what I was pondering over my first coffee of the day! Any good breakfasts occurring? 🍳

#history #histodons

All this rain has us in the mood for a good ghost story. The Lady Lovibond set sail in 1748 and became the scene of a terrible betrayal that...

All this rain has us in the mood for a good ghost story.

The Lady Lovibond set sail in 1748 and became the scene of a terrible betrayal that ended in tragedy. This incident also sparked the legend of a ghostly spectre that has reportedly made an appearance every 50 years since its devastating end.

Ep. 4 of Explorers of Yore is out tomorrow from 10:00GMT and is all about this phantom ship so come and join us if you fancy a spooky story on an autumn day. ⚓️🍂

#podcasts #history #folklore

When someone says “Ghost Ship” what first comes to mind for you?Is it an old sailing tale like Davy Jones & his locker? Abandoned...

When someone says “Ghost Ship” what first comes to mind for you?

Is it an old sailing tale like Davy Jones & his locker?

Abandoned ships found floating with no crew on board like the Mary Celeste?

Or old decommissioned ships that have completed their service and are awaiting the great scrapyard in the sky?

What do you think of?

#history #histodons #mythology #folklore #folklegends #GhostStories #ghostship