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Krampus

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The Krampus is commonly depicted as a half-goat, half-demon monster which punishes children who misbehave. The creature is considered to be a companion and opposite to St. Nicholas; the man who 'Santa Claus' is based on. While St. Nicholas rewards good behaviour by providing gifts to children, the Krampus will dole out punishment through scaring children and in some cases even by kidnapping them in a little basket. The Krampus legends are most commonly found in Alpine regions, especially around southern Germany; and it's thought the Krampus legends first originated in Germany. The Krampus is not considered to be a real creature, but they are entangled in Christian depictions of the demonic; and so they have a relevance when it comes to analysing the Christian depictions of demons and hell. A good example of this influence is that the Krampus has been referred to as the 'Christmas Devil'.  History     The name 'Krampus' is thought to possibly deri...
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The Ancient Ram Inn

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The Ancient Ram Inn is located within the market town of Wotton-under-Edge, which is within South Gloucestershire, England. It's been referred to as Wotton's oldest house, and it's commonly said that builders of the local St. Mary's Church originally lived here before it became home to a priest. The building is made from timber and stone, and it has no running water. It's also been said that the space between the roof was used as a hiding spot by two highwaymen. However, it seems there is plenty of misinformation about this property with some sources claiming it to have been built during the 1100s and with others claiming the much later date of the 1400s.  Since the 1960s, this location has served as a paranormal hotspot for investigators and enthusiasts. It's said the location is built on an ancient pagan burial ground, and that it's located on two ley lines which are thought to enhance the activity here. Most hauntings here revolve around what ...
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Drake's Drum

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The legend of 'Drake's drum' refers to a snare drum which was supposedly owned by the renowned English privateer Sir Francis Drake. During Drake's dying days, it is said he instructed for the drum to be taken to his home of Buckland Abbey, located in England. The legend also says that Drake himself told those around him, during his dying days, that if ever the drum was to be stuck then he would return from the grave to defend England from peril. This legend has inspired poems, children's books, and it's been said that the drum has been heard during a number of historical events since Drake's passing. Some of these events include Napoleon Bonaparte entering Plymouth Harbour as a prisoner, the surrender of the German fleet during 1918, and the Battle of Britain which occured during 1940.  History     Sir Francis Drake was an English explorer, slave trader, naval commander, and privateer under Queen Elizabeth I. To the Spanish, he was a pirate who t...
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