Unveiling the Secrets of East Yorkshire: A Journey Through Time and Mystery
The Hidden East Yorkshire podcast has captivated listeners with its exploration of the region's hidden gems and forgotten tales. But did you know about the servant's dark plot against a king or the fairy-filled monument? Prepare to be amazed!
In this podcast, Gill Sennett and Paul Johnson take us on a captivating journey through East Yorkshire and Lincolnshire's rich history and folklore. Each episode reveals a new layer of intrigue, leaving listeners eager for more.
Medieval Beverley was a bustling market town with rivers and streams flowing through its heart. But these waterways have long been covered, leaving a mystery: What became of them? And why were women publicly shamed at a town-center pond? Researcher Kloskk Tyrer's findings reveal a stinky truth. One river, Walker Beck, still runs its ancient course, but beneath the surface.
A chilling tale of magic and murder unfolds with the story of Mabel Brigge. This servant from East Yorkshire's countryside believed a 'black fast' would grant her magical powers. But when her plot to kill King Henry VIII was revealed, she met a tragic end. Was she a mere pawn in a larger political game?
Willy Howe, a neolithic barrow, holds a magical legend. It's said that running around it nine times and listening to the ground reveals fairy songs and dances. This tale is just one of many in the Wold Newton Triangle, a hotspot for folklore and paranormal tales. The area boasts the third-most significant concentration of ritual monuments in Britain.
Henry VIII's visit to Hull in the 16th century led to a massive defense upgrade. He ordered the construction of castles and fortifications, including the South Blockhouse, a formidable structure with thick brick walls and cannons. Its ruins, once known as the Citadel, now lie beneath a modern-day coach park.
The Bransholme estate in Hull has long been associated with ghostly monks. These apparitions are linked to nearby waterways, but why monks? The answer lies in the ruins of Meaux Abbey, founded in the 12th century and demolished in 1542. These ghost stories keep the abbey's memory alive.
The podcast's website offers a full list of episodes, each a portal to a different era. But these five tales are just a glimpse into the rich tapestry of East Yorkshire's hidden history. And this is the part most people miss—the podcast's ability to bring these stories to life, sparking curiosity and debate.
But here's where it gets controversial: Are these tales merely folklore, or is there a grain of truth beneath the legends? Could Mabel Brigge's story be a metaphor for the power struggles of the time? And what about the fairy tales—are they symbolic of something deeper? These questions are left for you to ponder and discuss. Dive into the podcast and uncover your own interpretations of these captivating stories.
