Devizes: Moonrakers, Ruth Pierce's Curse & Civil War Ghosts

Join the Wyrdo's, Craig and Andy, as they head into the heart of Wiltshire for a deep dive into the weird and wonderful history of Devizes! In this special episode, we're exploring a market town where every street and stone tells a story of ghosts, battles, and dark legends.Whether you're a fan of history, folklore, or the paranormal, this episode is packed with stories that prove Devizes is more than just a market town.In This Episode: Ghosts, Legends & HistoryGhosts of Devizes Castle: We uncover the haunting tales of the Lady in White and the dashing Cavalier that linger in the ruins of the castle.Infamous Legends: Learn the truth behind the Wiltshire nickname "The Moonrakers" and the chilling story of Ruth Pierce, the woman who dropped dead after swearing a fatal lie.Battle of Roundway Down: We stand on the ground where a brutal Civil War battle was fought and discover the grave of the Bronze Age hero, the Roundway Archer.Haunted Hotspots: We visit the Black Swan Hotel, the Palace Theatre, and the former Roundway Hospital to hear accounts of restless spirits and unexplainable activity.Wyrd News Wrap-Up:We wrap up with two bizarre news stories: a wave of strange sign thefts and the intriguing tale of a man who tried to collect all the elements of the periodic table.Stay Wyrd!www.wyrdwessex.co.ukBuy our merch hereWritten by Craig Brooks and hosted by Craig Brooks and Andy StevensEdited by Craig BrooksIntro music by Leonell Cassio - The Paranormal Is Real (ft. Carrie) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.