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The Five-Headed Dragon of Dorset


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The Five-Headed Dragon of Christchurch


Join us for a journey back to medieval England as we uncover one of Britain's most well-documented monster sightings - the terrifying Christchurch Dragon of 1113. Through the eyes of French cathedral canons, we witness a five-headed beast emerge from the sea during a raging storm, bringing destruction and what some called divine judgment to this coastal town.


In this episode:

- Explore the detailed historical accounts of the dragon's appearance

- Hear a first-hand account from one of the visiting canons who witnessed the event

- Discover how the dragon's selective destruction led to tales of divine retribution

- Learn about modern scientific theories that might explain this medieval mystery

- Find out how this legend continues to influence the town of Christchurch today


Whether you believe it was a supernatural occurrence, a natural phenomenon, or something else entirely, this centuries-old tale of the five-headed dragon continues to captivate imaginations and challenge our understanding of what's possible.


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Folklore ShuddersBy Rowan Mist