Join the Wyrdos for a very special, on-location episode recorded after hours at the magnificent Corfe Castle. Andy and Craig brave the evening shadows to delve into the thousand-year-old history of this iconic fortress, from its origins as a Saxon hall to its dramatic destruction in the Civil War. With exclusive access, they speak to blacksmith and guide Alistair, who gives them an exclusive tour of the King's View Tower, a section of the castle that has been closed for over 400 years. The Wyrdos uncover the castle's most unsettling tales, from the phantom of King Edward the Martyr to the defiant spirit of the White Lady, before sharing their own spooky experiences from their night within the ancient ruins.
Show Segments:
- A Tour of the Village Haunts: The Wyrdos begin their investigation in the village below, exploring local legends and spectral residents at The Greyhound Inn and the Corfe Castle Model Village.
- Exclusive Access to the Keep: The hosts are joined by Alistair, a blacksmith and guide, for a rare tour of the King's View Tower, a section of the castle that has been sealed for over 400 years as part of a major conservation project.
- Historical Brutality: The hosts delve into the castle's bloody past, from the terrifying oubliette to the brutal sieges and the cruelty of King John, with tales of executions and betrayals.
- The Phantom of a Boy King: The story of the castle's most famous spirit, the young King Edward the Martyr, is explored, along with reports of his lost spirit still wandering the grounds.
- The Legend of the White Lady: The Wyrdos discuss the defiance and tragedy of Lady Mary Banks, believed to be the defiant White Lady who still roams the castle's battlements.
- A Wyrd Evening: Craig and Andy share their own personal accounts of their night at the castle, including spooky sounds, flickering lights, and an interesting theory about UFOs.
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Written by Craig Brooks and hosted by Craig Brooks and Andy Stevens
Edited by Craig Brooks
Intro music by Leonell Cassio - The Paranormal Is Real (ft. Carrie)
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