Creepy History: “Based on a True Story…”

Halloween! One year I will write up the history of Halloween and where we get our notions of the devil and demon worship from when it is derived from a combination of Pagan celebrations, Celtic customs and the Church feast of All Hallows Eve. None of which are particularly big on devil worship. But that… Read More Creepy History: “Based on a True Story…”

October 31, 2017January 25, 2023 SarahLeave a comment

Henry VIII and his Six Ghosts

It’s almost Halloween! Therefore break out the ghost stories! Yay! Given that Henry VIII and his six wives are still immensely popular centuries after their deaths, it is hardly surprising that people still claim to have seen them, haunting various palaces and castles. Ghosts are thought to remain in places of importance, especially if a… Read More Henry VIII and his Six Ghosts

October 5, 2013November 16, 2021 Sarah7 Comments

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Creepy History: “Based on a True Story…”

Henry VIII and his Six Ghosts