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The memorial to 'The nine men of Madeley' is tucked away in St Michael's churchyard. The nine men, most still boys, were victims of a mining disaster, which shook the little community.
#Madeley #mining #Shropshire #History #localhistory
https://nearlyknowledgeablehistory.blogspot.com/2021/05/the-nine-men-of-madeley.html
There has been a bit of a slump on the blog currently and posting here as I am working hard on my book, in hope I can finish it soon. I've loved the research process so much, so I can't wait to share the Devilish stories with you!
#Folklore #Shropshire #History #Devillore #Satan #writing #folktales #localhistory
🎙New Episode🎙
In our latest episode we explore the rituals, superstitions, and customs that surround death from the practical to the profound. What can we learn from historical funeral practices?
https://media.rss.com/the-shropshire-witches-podcast-pod1/feed.xml
#History #Folklore #Shropshire #Death #Funerals #Deathfolklore #Victorians #VictorianHistory
✨️NEW POST ✨️
My latest blog post discusses the complex story of Emma Davies, who was at the centre of 'The Shropshire Hoax' in 1883. Though not a traditional ghost tale, I believe this story is important.
https://nearlyknowledgeablehistory.blogspot.com/2025/05/the-story-of-emma-davies.html
In the 19th Century, Coalbrookdale was often described as ‘Hell On Earth’ due to the impact of Industrialisation. Perhaps it was this environment that contributed to tragedy below. All I know is that William Maybury deserves to be remembered.
https://nearlyknowledgeablehistory.blogspot.com/2022/03/a-coalbrookdale-suicide-some-thoughts.html
#History #Victorians #Shropshire #Industry #industrialhistory #localhistory
An extract from my story 'John Barleycorn' which is featured in 'The Cleansing Power of Fire' folk horror anthology by Infested Publishing. You can buy a copy via the link -
In the 19th Century, Coalbrookdale was often described as ‘Hell On Earth’ due to the impact of Industrialisation. Perhaps it was this environment that contributed to tragedy below. All I know is that William Maybury deserves to be remembered.
https://nearlyknowledgeablehistory.blogspot.com/2022/03/a-coalbrookdale-suicide-some-thoughts.html
#History #Victorians #Shropshire #Industry #industrialhistory #localhistory
I'm so proud that my short story 'John Barleycorn' is featured in this blazing anthology of Folk Horror by Infested Publishing. This is my first work of fiction to be published! Full credit to them for having such vision!
The solstice can't come quick enough! 🌻
#Folklore #Fiction ##Folkhorror #Shropshire #writing #Johnbarleycorn
⚠️ New Post ⚠️
I've have completely rewritten my article about The Devil's time in Shropshire to reflect my new research. You can read all about Owd Scratch and why Shropshire really is his county by following the link below-
https://nearlyknowledgeablehistory.blogspot.com/2021/05/the-devil-in-shropshire.html
#Folklore #Shropshire #Satan #folktales #TheDevil #Devillore
📢 New Episode 📢
In our latest episode we are joined by graveyard expert Jono Namara. Join us as we discuss weird and wonderful graves, famous resting places and the enduring appeal of cemeteries. 🦇🪦
https://rss.com/podcasts/the-shropshire-witches-podcast-pod1/
#taphophile #cemeteries #Victorians #History #Victorians #Highgatevampire
