Combe Martin The Earl of Rone

Combe Martin The Earl of Rone
…tradition. The cavorting hobby horse, crafted from a wooden frame covered in sacking, is believed to symbolise fertility in traditional folklore. With snapping jaws, the ‘Obby-Oss’ cost…

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…sources, authoritative antiquaries, academics, and folklore. While we strive for accuracy: our articles are not designed to meet stringent academic standards. Our Goals The goals of thi…

The Blackmore Country by F.J. Snell (1911)

The Blackmore Country by F.J. Snell (1911
] some years ago, designated with pious horror as “dark”—no doubt in allusion to the bits of folklore, which—happily, as I think—yet linger in these rural districts. [ *Thomas Westcote (…

Combe Martin Landmarks

Combe Martin Landmarks
…derive their ominous names from an incident reported by English scholar Thomas Fuller, in 1662. It concerns the  Bronze Age Hangman's Stone at Knap Down. In local folklore, a thief tied…

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About this Website and Terms of Use
…limited extent we may include some hearsay and local folklore. We welcome contributors from everywhere, including residents of Combe Martin and the local area. We are not affiliated to…

Smuggling in North Devon

Smuggling in North Devon
…smugglers captured the public imagination, inspiring a wealth of folklore and legends that have endured to this day. The contrast between the law-abiding citizens and the risk-taking, r…

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…Imagine a street festival featuring the enigmatic #EarlofRone character, festive dancers, and a hobby horse. There's also the Fool, a band and drummers, and even a donkey. Our magical folklore…

Churches

Churches
…steeped in folklore; the story goes that the roof was constructed from Spanish chestnut trees. The Tower Chapel's roof is supposed to have provided a sense of familiarity and comfort fo…

Battle of Arx Cynwit (Countisbury) 878 CE

Battle of Arx Cynwit (Countisbury) 878 CE
…Ragnar’s Sons) and the Gesta Danorum by Saxo Grammaticus. The Viking story of Ragnar Lodbrok is primarily told through unreliable mythical sagas and Norse folklore. Poor literacy standa…