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Denbigh Castle Black Blob

Denbigh Castle, Denbigh, Clwyd Apparition Medieval

Denbigh Castle has a dark and troubled history that's said to be relived by a strange apparition known as the Black Blob. This shapeless figure is often spotted dashing around the castle's Goblin Tower, a partly completed structure that has witnessed many a paranormal sighting. According to local legend, the Black Blob is the ghost of the castle's builder's son, who was wrongly accused of having an affair with the landowner's daughter. His tragic fate, which involved being thrown to his death from the tower, is said to have imprinted a deep sense of sorrow and injustice on the castle's fabric.

The story of the Black Blob is deeply rooted in the castle's history. Denbigh Castle was built in the 13th century, and its construction was overseen by Henry de Lacy, the Earl of Lincoln. The castle's Goblin Tower, where the Black Blob is often seen, was left unfinished after de Lacy's death. Over the years, numerous paranormal sightings have been reported at the castle, including a grey or white lady, and even a dragon that's said to have resided in the castle before being killed by a man with eight fingers on each hand. While these stories may seem fanciful, they add to the rich tapestry of Denbigh Castle's haunted history.

Historical Context

Denbigh Castle was built in the 13th century by Henry de Lacy, the Earl of Lincoln

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Castle
Activity Types
Visual Audio
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
2000?
Postcode Area
LL16

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