This is one of Britain's most ancient drinking establishments dating back to 1189AD when King Richard I (The Lionheart) was crowned. The name of the pub (known as ‘The Pilgrim' before 1799) relates to this era and the third crusade which King Richard supported in 1190AD. It is thought that this pub may have been used by knights from Nottingham Castle before departing to the Holy Land. Read More »
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The following article by Paul Rodgers entitled 'Maori legend of man-eating bird is true' appears on The Independent's website and is dated 14 September 2009.
Creature that features in New Zealand folklore really existed, scientists say. Read More »
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UFO‘Most people are intrigued by ghosts and stories about paranormal happenings, even if they do not believe in them’. Read More »
The Isle of Arran, off the West Coast of Scotland, has many stone circles and standing stones dating from the Neolithic period and the early Bronze Age. The finest collection of circles can be found on Machrie Moor, on the West of the island. The whole moorland is littered with the remains of early man, from hut circles to chambered cairns and solitary standing stones. Read More »
