9 | The Headless Boggart of Longridge

We explore the cryptic inscription on a stone slab which hints at the terror wrought by a boggart in the village of Longridge, Lancashire. Many people in the area have reported tales over the centuries of apparitions, misfortune, and mischievous invisible forces, which are often blamed on the local boggarts. One man was even chased by a headless figure down a dark lane on his way home at night… 📢 Get in touch & support the show Have a story idea or just want to say hello? Drop us an email at [email protected] – we’d love to hear from you! 💡 Support us on Patreon Enjoying Curious Britain? Help us keep the show going by joining us on Patreon. Your support allows us to keep exploring Britain’s most intriguing stories.   / curiousbritainpodcast   💰 Make a one-off contribution Every little bit helps! If you'd like to make a one-time donation, you can do so via PayPal here: https://paypal.me/curiousbritain 🙏 Thank You! Your support means the world to us and helps keep the show alive. We truly appreciate it! Sources: Westwood & Simpson, “The Lore of the Land: A Guide to England’s Legends”, 2005, Penguin Books  https://ludchurchmyblog.wordpress.com... https://mythus.fandom.com/wiki/Boggart https://www.greatbritishlife.co.uk/ho... https://www.spookyisles.com/boggart-h... https://from-bedroom-to-study.blogspo...