The story of John Ellis, one of the most tragic figures in the annals of British executioners during the first quarter of the 20th century, is a sombre and complex narrative that sheds light on the human toll exacted by the administration of capital punishment. John Ellis’s career as an executioner was one he seemingly…
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30 East Drive – We Had The Place To Ourselves!
In today’s story and accompanying video, we are diving into the eerie and chilling history of 30 East Drive, a place that’s gained notoriety as one of the most haunted houses in all of Europe. But before we get into the paranormal tales, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and ring the notification bell,…
Dark Skies Over Darwen: Herbert Noga’s Fatal Flight (1945)
Seventyeight years ago, on a fateful day in the height of summer, a lone fighter plane graced the skies over Darwen Moor, a serene expanse on the edge of the Pennines. This aircraft, a North American P51C Mustang, hailed as the world’s finest long-range single-seat fighter, would soon become the center of a perplexing mystery….
The Legend of Lizzie Dean (1835)
In the quaint village of Chipping, nestled in the heart of Lancashire, there once lived a young woman named Elizabeth Dean, affectionately known as ‘Lizzie Dean’. She was a delicate flower, the kind that could brighten even the gloomiest of days with her radiant smile. Her’s was a love story that was the talk of…
Helmshore Memorial Plaque *Update!
These last few months, or should I say ever since we launched a GoFundMe appeal to raise funds for a memorial plaque for the victims of the Helmshore rail crash of 1860, has, let’s just say – been interesting to say the least! We have been passed from pillar-to-post in terms of gaining permission to…
Jinny Greenteeth and the Cursed Waters of Helmshore
In the heart of an eerie and foreboding swamp, there lay a murky and mysterious pond, known as the Cursed Waters. This place was rumoured to be the dwelling of a malevolent spirit named Jinny Greenteeth. The stories passed down through generations painted her as a devious and deceitful being, with skin the colour of…
The Disturbing Case of Joseph Wren (1909)
Tuesday, December 28, 1909, marks a dark and chilling day in the history of Burnley, a quaint town in Lancashire, England. The events of this day unfolded in a way that sent shockwaves through the community and forever scarred the lives of those involved. In the midst of a cold, wet afternoon, a heinous crime…
The Remarkable Rescue of the Pike Law Five (1929)
In the small town of Haslingden, nestled within the rugged landscape, lay a relic of the past known as Pike Law Quarry. A disused haven of mystery and adventure, its tunnels had captured the imaginations of generations of local boys. Little did anyone know that the innocent exploration of these dark, forgotten passages would lead…
The Mysterious Murder of Susan Westwell: Unraveling the Details of a Grisly Crime (1904)
Accrington, a relatively quiet town in Lancashire, was plunged into shock and sorrow on Thursday, 25th August 1904, when the lifeless body of 78-year-old Susan Westwell was discovered in her humble abode at number 24 Hyndburn Road. This brutal act of violence against a beloved member of the community left everyone reeling with unanswered questions…