RE: Wychbury

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morfe Jul 30, 2004 14:45:27

Replying to Alchemilla

Me three. Around 1993-4 I was actively involved in a large campaign to save Wychbury from a monstrous bypass. |During the campaign I met many people from the environs (door to dooor leafleting was my game) who told many ghostly/supernatural tales about the place. It has a mystery and myth all of it's own, I grew up there so can tell you much or discuss legends/history if you want to email me> morfe at morfe.com

Wychburyman where are you?

wychburyman Aug 3, 2004 20:04:38

Replying to morfe

I'm here Morfe

It's great to see interest is still strong in this wonderful site.

I welcome any discussion (especially over a pint!). I think Forrester's message shows a knowledge and intelligence about the subject that I certainly can't match but I'd be happy to take it further.

I wouldn't put too much emphasis on the position of the biggest ramparts, to me they seem to be placed to utilise the natural topography. After all an approaching enemy coming from any direction would not take long to outflank the biggest defences and quickly traverse around to the other side.

I think the comments about the atmosphere and feel for the place are spot on as we know. Subjective I know, but there is something that I can't quite put my finger on; whether benign or malign! So many people I've spoken to young and old and from varied backgrounds have said as much, without any prompting at all.

I look forward to responses.

Regards

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Forrester Apr 15, 2005 11:36:41

Replying to morfe

Well done morfe!! Although the stuff i post might seem a bit technical and nerdy, actually it's that strange atmosphere that keeps me interested. I'd love to hear more of the legends and stories you heard about the place.