West Kennet Long Barrow

In this episode, the Wyrdo's take to the dark and drippy chambers of the West Kennet Long Barrow, a Neolithic tomb that has stood on the Wiltshire Downs for over five and a half millennia. We delve into its archaeological secrets and its fascinating folklore, from ancient curses to spectral guardians.In this episode:The Archaeology: We explore the barrow's history as a communal burial site, the evidence of ancient feasts, and the peculiar case of a man buried with a flint arrowhead near his throat.A Saxon Princess: We take a detour to discuss a nearby Saxon burial mound where a high-status woman was found interred on a bed with gold treasure and the bones of five sacrificed animals.A Haunting Presence: We delve into the folklore surrounding the barrow, including tales of a ghostly figure and a spectral hound that appear at dawn and a visitor's terrifying encounter with an unseen force.Portals to the Otherworld: The hosts explore the broader folklore of barrows as "fairy hills" and portals to another realm, sharing stories from Sussex, Wiltshire, and Yorkshire of otherworldly encounters.A Live Investigation: The Wyrdo's attempt their own live ghost hunt from inside the barrow, armed with nothing but some motion-activated "cat balls," leading to a spooky conclusion.Stay Wyrd!www.wyrdwessex.co.ukBuy our merch hereWritten and hosted by Craig Brooks and Andy StevensEdited by Craig BrooksIntro music by Leonell Cassio - The Paranormal Is Real (ft. Carrie) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.