Myths and Legends of Dartmoor
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Inside every seemingly strange story of witches, black dogs, and ghostly happenings on Dartmoor is a small kernel of truth. Hear some of Dartmoor’s most famous myths and legends and find out the real histories or possible origins behind the devil at Widecombe Church; Hairy Hands; Faithless Wives of Chagford; Hound of the Baskervilles; Bowerman’s Nose and Hound Tor; and more?
This is based off Emma's book: "Dartmoor Myths and Legends - Exploring Origins and Inspirations"
Speaker: Dartmoors Daughter
Price £10
There is a parking fee at the Two Bridges hotel.
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