tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post3765025223100634483..comments2023-06-02T08:24:13.828-07:00Comments on THERE'S SOMETHING IN THE WOODS...: Do Werewolves Roam The Woods Of England?Nick Redfernhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07199813303416083671noreply@blogger.comBlogger55125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-13325324002919884502011-01-06T14:15:07.721-08:002011-01-06T14:15:07.721-08:00I think that a wolf like creature could be a resul...I think that a wolf like creature could be a result of evolution and hybrids.I do agree that there is something out there but I don't think it should be feared or hurt in anyway. If these creatures were to be feared then most eyewitnesses would have been dissolved in the creatures stomach acids by now.I;ve read about cat-like creatures: just exotic pets that were released into the wild once they were illegal to have. Wolf like creature: same theory again. I'm not worried about the people in the forest, I'm worried about what will happen to the creatures when scientists find them. We should try to protect these great wonders of fantasy/fiction/reality.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02750030652979452793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-28074501619945448852010-10-25T13:53:27.676-07:002010-10-25T13:53:27.676-07:00Hi Wayne:
One of the best sources for info on the...Hi Wayne:<br /><br />One of the best sources for info on the Cannock Chase werewolves is the local "Chase Post" newspaper. <br /><br />They have archived editions at the Cannock Library, and they have covered the werewolf sightings on probably at least a dozen occasions in the last 3 or 4 years. <br /><br />There are a lot of leads, data, sources, places etc listed in ther articles that would give you loads of good info to work with.<br /><br />Cheers, Nick.Nick Redfernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07199813303416083671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-62248824006171010552010-10-24T04:54:25.574-07:002010-10-24T04:54:25.574-07:00Hello,
I am currently in the latter stages of fin...Hello,<br /><br />I am currently in the latter stages of finishing a book on Haunted Stoke, Myths, Magic and Folklore, due to be published in the first half of 2011. I have heard several firsthand accounts of contact with werewolf, shape shifting creatures, two of which are encounters which have occurred within Cannock Chase vicinity, one woman claims to have actually fed one on a regular basis and of having been within ten foot of the creature in clear visible evening light! <br />In previous books I have written there have been numerous reports and tales of werewolf and vampire encounters told to me concerning the midlands, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire to name a few, Staffordshire seems to be the UK hotspot for them.<br />My particular interest in the area of these shape shifters is the folklore attached to their sightings i.e. do you know of or have any information as to whether the sightings of these creatures correspond to the phases of the moon, the full moon being a cliché and yet no doubt written into mythology for a reason, also the appearance of Wolfsbane, (Monkshood /Aconitum) also appearing in the same area as some of the sightings, there appears to be some evidence but not enough to make any definite or firm assumptions as to their appearance. Any information or pointers would be gratefully appreciated, deadlines are looming near and I would like to do this section of the book in an informative and as well researched way as possible.<br /><br />Wayne Anthony.Wayne Anthonyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08881508686855946660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-9072683154702765572010-10-19T11:06:39.591-07:002010-10-19T11:06:39.591-07:00That's brilliant Nick, thank you very much for...That's brilliant Nick, thank you very much for your help and good luck with your publishings!<br />BenFourColorFilmshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12611850978911533196noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-54987951213573155422010-10-19T10:11:09.539-07:002010-10-19T10:11:09.539-07:00Ben
Yeah, I am long gone from the Chase, and move...Ben<br /><br />Yeah, I am long gone from the Chase, and moved to the US just under 10 years ago. I do get back a couple of times a year for a couple of weeks per trip, but won't be over again until mid-next year.<br /><br />I don't have access to professional audio equipment; however, failing that you might want to speak with the author Lionel Fanthorpe (not sure of his contact details, but a Google search will probably find him), who has also dug into, and writtenm about the Cannock Chase sightings.Nick Redfernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07199813303416083671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-66596866527461523692010-10-19T09:38:17.013-07:002010-10-19T09:38:17.013-07:00Thanks for your quick response Nick,
That does sou...Thanks for your quick response Nick,<br />That does sound like a major doorstop in my operation! Unfortunately I was not aware of your current location, and simply assumed you were still in the Cannock Chase area.<br />I don't suppose you are aware of anybody else with similar levels of information to yourself in the field, that might be accessible to me are you?<br />Essentially all I need is the interview to stand as a 'Voice of God' narrative over the top of the piece.<br />Do you have access to any sound recording equipment, providing you would still be interested in recording something for me.<br />I look forward to your response.<br />Ben CowanFourColorFilmshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12611850978911533196noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-41383954336864229182010-10-19T08:29:38.735-07:002010-10-19T08:29:38.735-07:00View photo at this location, this is my site that ...View photo at this location, this is my site that discusses this photo.<br /><br />http://beastofsevenchutes.comUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13039588764540187606noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-82645495952101386432010-10-19T07:44:40.731-07:002010-10-19T07:44:40.731-07:00Hey Ben
I would be very pleased to be interviewed...Hey Ben<br /><br />I would be very pleased to be interviewed, as I have a lot of data on the Cannock Chase werewolf stories.<br /><br />The only hassle (which you may not be aware of) is that although I am British by birth, and lived for a while only 10 minutes from the Cannock Chase, I live in the United States - in Dallas.<br /><br />So, I'm guessing that might make it difficult re an interview! But, anyway, let me know.<br /><br />NickNick Redfernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07199813303416083671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-79936498472141146062010-10-19T05:02:07.100-07:002010-10-19T05:02:07.100-07:00Hi Nick,
My name is Ben Cowan, I am a film product...Hi Nick,<br />My name is Ben Cowan, I am a film production student currently studying at University for Creative Arts at Farnham, Surrey. I have been tasked with creating an interesting and informative portrait documentary piece, for which I have chosen the topic of werewolves, specifically choosing the area of Cannock Chase; which I have learnt is considered by many as 'the spookiest place in the country.'<br />Therefore I write to ask for your consideration and co-operation with our project, and simply to ask of the chances of shooting an interview with yourself; revolving around the ideology behind the werewolf, any stories you may have encountered on your hunts, as well as any personal emotions you feel towards the existence of such a mythical creature. Helping to provide our documentary with a strong backbone and credibility through the findings of an expert.<br />Thank you for your time,<br />I look forward to your response,<br />Ben CowanFourColorFilmshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12611850978911533196noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-21840583372068627382010-10-08T08:18:30.297-07:002010-10-08T08:18:30.297-07:00Ok cool, do let me know if you get to see it again...Ok cool, do let me know if you get to see it again, and maybe we can try and resolve what it is - thanks!Nick Redfernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07199813303416083671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-84793949845238610752010-10-08T07:54:57.871-07:002010-10-08T07:54:57.871-07:00i doubt it, its quite an industrial area, well use...i doubt it, its quite an industrial area, well used and just a small patch of woodland, maybe half a mile long. i doubt if anything like that could survive in that sort of enviroment.warhammer reporthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14297617726336245566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-58757271947785365902010-10-08T04:44:46.397-07:002010-10-08T04:44:46.397-07:00Hey Warhammer
Many thanks for this. No, I haven&#...Hey Warhammer<br /><br />Many thanks for this. No, I haven't heard of reports in that area. <br /><br />Do you think it could have been something like a wild-boar maybe? If not, it sounds like a very weird creature!Nick Redfernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07199813303416083671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-53916465384834268742010-10-07T05:40:42.981-07:002010-10-07T05:40:42.981-07:00hey, i live in west yorkshire, just above a heavil...hey, i live in west yorkshire, just above a heavily wooded cycle route. about a year ago i was walking along it when i say what i believe is a werewolf. it was hunched, quite hairy but not completely, its had a short stump like tail. it had a elongated face, but still not quite as long as a canines, and had really wierd eyes. it started sniffing the ground and coming towards me, i was terrifed. but a couple were coming down the path on ther bikes. the thing turned and dives straight into the bush. since then there have been a few sighting, people claiming to have seen bairs, black panthers, massive dogs. but the thing is this is west yorkshire! there are no animals like that. i have seen it once sicne then, with my girlfriend. she screamed when she saw it and it ran away again. have u heard of anything in the bradford area of west yorkshire?warhammer reporthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14297617726336245566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-67814957172730363692010-10-04T09:29:50.593-07:002010-10-04T09:29:50.593-07:00Hey Ben:
One of the best sources for info on the ...Hey Ben:<br /><br />One of the best sources for info on the Cannock Chase werewolves is the local "Chase Post" newspaper. They have archived editions at the Cannock Library, and they have covered the werewolf sightings on probably at least a dozen occasions in the last 3 or 4 years. <br /><br />Cheers, Nick.Nick Redfernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07199813303416083671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-81070601635202454332010-10-03T09:35:00.222-07:002010-10-03T09:35:00.222-07:00Hi Nick,
Just been reading your blog, fantastic st...Hi Nick,<br />Just been reading your blog, fantastic stuff and a thoroughly interesting topic! I am a student filmmaker interested in the ideology of werewolves and the supernatural, I was wondering where you got your sources from, as I am specifically hoping to look into the werewolf sightings of Cannock Chase.<br />If you have any information at all that would be very helpful,<br />Thank you<br />Ben CowanFourColorFilmshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12611850978911533196noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-75928133678544914142010-05-25T06:11:55.887-07:002010-05-25T06:11:55.887-07:00SL:
Cheers for the comments - very interesting. I...SL:<br /><br />Cheers for the comments - very interesting. I grew up in Pelsall, and even though I live in the US now, I always try and highlight what's afoot on the Chase. <br /><br />I probably have about 10 or 15 werewolf reports from the Chase, and 5 or 6 of normal wolves, so something weird is definitely going on, and your report is a good addition to the cases we have.Nick Redfernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07199813303416083671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-66025714330990893252010-05-20T01:27:09.773-07:002010-05-20T01:27:09.773-07:00About 12 years ago, myself and two mates where dri...About 12 years ago, myself and two mates where driving through one of the travks that filter through the chase. It was late a night and we were just having a drive to pass time.<br /><br />Anyway, we pulled up and topeed to have a cigarette.<br /><br />It was the middle of the night and we were just sitting there chilling for w hile. For some reason I just decided to let out wolf type howl as we slowly drove off and what came back from just a few yards away in the bushes just out of sight was a growled deep howl back at us. <br /><br />I promptly put my foot down and wheel spinned away. All of us in the car where in a mini state of shock. There was something very chilling about it as one of the lads had joked he though something was watching us whilst we had been sitting there.<br /><br />We were in the middle of nowhere and there was no other vehicles or people in that area - we were in the middle of the sticks.<br /><br />I live in Stafford which is just next to the Chase and there regular sighting of unknown beasts - to the point now where locals don't even laugh about it - as most people think there are things lurking in that forest.<br /><br />I wouldnt wonder around there late at night. Also there is a massive population of Deer up there that could quite easily sustain other creatures on the Chase - as there are no predators living there (Message to our USA friends - We don't have bears, wolves or large cats living in the England anymore).Stafford Ladhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15793738164011520017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-2327298426926477212010-05-20T01:13:04.154-07:002010-05-20T01:13:04.154-07:00About 13 years ago myself a two mates were driving...About 13 years ago myself a two mates were driving through the one of the trailes that filter through Cannock Chase.<br /><br />For some bizarre reason whilst sitting there int the quiet- I let out a wolf howl as it was full moon.<br /><br />Anyway what returned was a very large howl from a short distance away. I promptly put the my foot down and sped off. We were all bricking it. <br /><br />I didnt see anything but it sent a shiver through us all.Stafford Ladhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15793738164011520017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-76399708473731937682009-10-02T14:19:42.347-07:002009-10-02T14:19:42.347-07:00When i was young i remember i was traveling with m...When i was young i remember i was traveling with my mom and dad and im sure it was the Cannock area. Well we were driving along and my mom shouted what the bloody hell is that!<br />I looked up and saw the most scary and ugly dog running streight infront of the car,my dad breaked sharply and the dog ran off into the darkness on the other side of the road.<br /> I remember it was as tall as the front of the car,was black and i think brown but im not certain about the brown. It looked demented really angry or something. It's eyes were slits and appeared to glow but that could just have been the reflection of the headlights as it was dark, But the thing that scared me even to this day was its snout it was snarling so fiercley that it showed nearly all it's teeth.<br /> It came from a dark field and we were driving down a country lane.smurtallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10047097405939213902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-49096783931970888762009-09-29T16:25:47.603-07:002009-09-29T16:25:47.603-07:00if this is true in staffordshire, we will come up ...if this is true in staffordshire, we will come up and capture one of these entities. email s__a__w@hotmail.com. we are professional MMA(mixed martial artist) versed in all tactics and SAS/SBS/counter techniques. we have technology 20 years infront of the current civilian market and 10k years of tracking/hunting skills from many dinisties. you could call us free mercenaries i suppose. if you are not full of it... Ha. the money we could possibly make if this is the truth would more than compensate our effortssqueakalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03469919505990809375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-26049544425825743372009-03-16T11:27:00.000-07:002009-03-16T11:27:00.000-07:00I dont believe in werewolves.This is my speculatio...I dont believe in werewolves.<BR/>This is my speculation:<BR/><BR/>"Why should we call someone a werewolf when he/she actually does not act or behave like a wolf?"<BR/><BR/>Check it here:<BR/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkrdQrY0FtEkennethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16464245739509937517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-87241937453130273492009-02-20T13:19:00.000-08:002009-02-20T13:19:00.000-08:00James. If you can, contact me. I would like to sho...James. If you can, contact me. I would like to show you a photo to find out if the creature in the photo is what you saw.Curtainhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05450869054877513512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-29021085736647174712009-02-20T13:13:00.000-08:002009-02-20T13:13:00.000-08:00JamesyMany thanks indeed for your report - which i...Jamesy<BR/>Many thanks indeed for your report - which is very interesting. It is very typical of a lot of these stories, where the creature is able to change from walking on 2 legs to 4. If you want to chat more about it, you can reach me direct at the "Contact" section of my website, which is nickredfern.com<BR/><BR/>Cheers<BR/>Nick R.Nick Redfernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07199813303416083671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-7839812057895318982009-02-20T07:29:00.000-08:002009-02-20T07:29:00.000-08:00I found this website looking for somewhere to repo...I found this website looking for somewhere to report a sighting which no-one else seems to beleive.<BR/><BR/>It was around 10pm on thursday last week when i was walking through my local woodland in my home town of bedlington, nortumberland, i had the feeling something was waching me so proceeded to walk very fast to the enterance of the woodland. whn i reached the enterance were i looked back to see if it had just been my imagination but sure another what i thought was a rather shaggy german sheperd dog was moving in and out of the tree line, i watched it for a few minutes before it gazed straight at me and reared up onto its hind legs and proceeded to watch me. <BR/><BR/>i didnt wait around to see if it follwed me or ran off, but i am sure it was not a normal animal. I have send email to local newspaper but noone seems to take any notice of me, i was wondering if anyone on this board could help put my mind at rest. <BR/><BR/>thank youJamesy09https://www.blogger.com/profile/03694024437507930752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2894698457228353216.post-6847969871549920042008-08-26T11:14:00.000-07:002008-08-26T11:14:00.000-07:00Wow I never thought people actually believe this s...Wow I never thought people actually believe this stuff...I'm not clear on this stuff myself...Never seen a werewolf but my priest once described in graphic detail about exorcisms that he had conducted before coming to our church and I believe he was certainly telling the truth...To think that most people would laugh this kind of story off if they heard 9 times out of 10...But then again, what if??? If demons and exorcisms are real and even acknowledged by clergyman then why not werewolves...The question is what should we do if we have the misfortune of encountering one of the creatures...Does the fact that they are seemingly paranormal, mean that their bodies are not physical entities and therefore they cannot physically harm us? There have been stories of the supernatural and of werewolves in particular for thousands of years and all over the world in numerous unrelated cultures, so there has to be some substance to these myths if you like which has left such a strong impression on the human psyche...It makes me think whether it is my mind playing tricks on me after all, when I walk through deserted areas at night and the hairs on the back of my neck stand up for no apparent reason...Very, very intrigueingRasJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09621698220956234275noreply@blogger.com