Treachery, Sorcery, Murder & Executions! The Dark History Of Farleigh Hungerford Castle.

Farleigh Hungerford Castle looks like the quintessential English ruin yet underneath the surface, lies a history bound with tales of treachery, infidelity, sorcery, wrongful imprisonment, murder and deceit!
Built in 1370, the castle remined in the same family for 300 years. Things started well for the Hungerford family who had great prestige and respect. However, as the castle passed down through the family, things started to get darker and more sinister.
Join me as I explore both the castle ruins and the tales of this remarkable castle!
Filmed with a DJI Pocket 2
Edited with Filmora
#castle #darkhistory #haunted #somersetuk

[@paulfairley7601]

I’m a fairley in the US and just discovered this part of my ancestry. Amazing to see videos made about my family back in the day!

[@DontScareClaire]

I think I'll give the corpse-infused tequila a miss 🤢 Fab video Nic!! Looks like you had gorgeous weather for it 😍🖤

[@walkingthewyrd]

Chin chin! 🥂 😆 Thanks for watching, lovely!

[@philipshewry8886]

Fascinating place, I've been there once, (nearly twenty years ago). Still looks the same. Thanks for refreshing the memory 😃

[@walkingthewyrd]

I'm glad it hasn't changed too much since your last visit! Thanks for watching, Phillip!

[@badnervesbrown]

What a lovely informative video, thank you 🙂 When my parents lived in Farleigh Hungerford we would go to a candle-lit carol service in the chapel, it was magical The crypt still scares me! Hungerford bridge in London is named after the Hungerford family, as they owned a house on the site of Charing Cross station.

[@walkingthewyrd]

Gosh, that candle-lit carol service sounds wonderful! The crypt is not a nice place to be, I agree! Thank you very much for watching 🙂

[@sarahhobbs6314]

What a beautiful Castle, did it feel dark or spooky Nick ? Xx

[@walkingthewyrd]

Not really. The crypt felt kinda spooky, but I think that's just psychological knowing that there's bodies down there. Great place to explore!

[@JulieN01-01]

It's gorgeous. Thank you for sharing. The scenery is stunning. I wish one day to make it to the UK.

[@walkingthewyrd]

I think you'd love it, Julie! So many incredible places like this here. Thanks for watching.

[@Lee-St]

An interesting place indeed. Great video.

[@walkingthewyrd]

Thank you, Lee! Much appreciated!

[@PanakaNL]

How beautiful and interesting, and the history told by my own private guide. Thank you Nick.🥰

[@walkingthewyrd]

Thank you, Panaka for always watching and commenting! I really appreciate it!

[@katep23]

Fabulous place with wonderful stories and information. Thank you so much. (And what a lovely day for it too!)

[@walkingthewyrd]

It was a wonderful day! Thank you for watching, Kate. Always appreciated.

[@barneschitown]

Great vid once again. The castle looks like a real gem, another one to add to the to do list.

[@walkingthewyrd]

Definitely worth an explore! Thank you for watching!

[@NewHeathen]

I live in Somerset and I am embarassed to say I have never been to Farleigh Hungerford - so thanks for making me feel guilty ;-) (joke!) but also making an informative and interesting video as always 🙂

[@walkingthewyrd]

@NewHeathen wait...you LIVE in Somerset, and have never been to Farleigh Hungerford?! I'm not angry, just disappointed 😁 In all seriousness, I highly recommend an explore 😄 Thanks for watching!

[@iainmelville9411]

Brilliant. An amazing tour. I love your channel.

[@walkingthewyrd]

Glad you enjoyed it, Iain! Thank you!

[@Markthespark1970]

I’m batch watching your videos, you have the perfect voice for describing the history associated with these old places, great videos.

[@walkingthewyrd]

Thank you! Very kind. 😊

[@buzsalmon]

I have to say that this is not one of my favorite places! I did enjoy spending time with you but this place is too dark for me! Thank you for showing it all to us!

[@walkingthewyrd]

I agree! It definitely had a dark atmosphere to it. Thanks for watching!

[@clausentumsoton]

Another wonderful and interesting tour, thank you very much for your efforts.

[@walkingthewyrd]

Thank you kindly!

[@peterhealey7964]

Thanks Nic very interesting stuff.

[@walkingthewyrd]

Glad you enjoyed it, Peter!

[@hughbean6785]

Always enjoy your explores ❤

[@walkingthewyrd]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it.

[@miked.5287]

Hi nic..hope your doin well..really enjoyed this vid..keep up.the good work as usual! 😁👍

[@walkingthewyrd]

Hey Mike! I'm good thanks, hope you are too! Glad you enjoyed the video. 🙂

[@jodimusicherself]

Another gorgeous video with fab history. Hope to get to see the UK in person someday. Thank you, Nic! 💕

[@walkingthewyrd]

Thank you, Jodi! Whereabouts in the world are you based?

[@jodimusicherself]

@walkingthewyrd I'm in Denver, Colorado in the US.

[@walkingthewyrd]

Oh, fabulous! Not too far from the beautiful Rocky Mountains if I'm right?

[@jodimusicherself]

@walkingthewyrd I'm near the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. I can drive 20 minutes and be in the mountains. I love living here. If you ever get to visit, I wouldn't recommend winter. We frequently measure snow in FEET.😂

[@walkingthewyrd]

@jodimusicherself oh wow! That sounds absolutely beautiful! We don't get much snow here anymore, our winters are so mild and just wet, grey, and ugh! 😄

[@autumnnite1803]

The story in the crypt was horrifying! You think you can't possibly hear another story worse than what you already know of human depravity and then you hear this. Uurgghh! Lovely ruined castle though.

[@walkingthewyrd]

It's utterly grim! But yes, the castle ruins are fabulous! Thanks for watching!

[@paulus894]

Once again a beautiful and interesting walk, but I prefer a drink from a glass than from a coffin, although tequila with a worm is also drunk, no, I'd rather not. 💯👍🏻💯👍🏻💯👍🏻💯👍🏻💯👍🏻

[@walkingthewyrd]

I'm with you there! 😄 Those Victorians did seem to take things a bit far! Thanks for watching.

[@david_v2.1]

If the foundations are anything to go by the castle must have been impressive in its day and the chapel interior is so beautiful. Those Victorians really were game for anything maniacs. If ever a castle was cursed it's definitely that one with all the nefarious activities!...and that's the first time I've heard anyone use the B word on youtube!😆

[@walkingthewyrd]

Ha ha! I'm sorry to have used that word, and more than once! I await my immiment KZbin ban 😆 Thanks for watching, David! Hope you enjoyed it.

[@david_v2.1]

😂ah don't be sorry, I'm just glad I didn't have a hot cuppa tea against my lips 🤣

[@walkingthewyrd]

@david_v2.1 oh my god, this comment cracked me up 🤣🤣🤣

[@david_v2.1]

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[@davidberesford7009]

Having watched & enjoyed the video, I am prepared to concede that there may be other ruined castles that have less associations with "treachery, infidelity, sorcery, wrongful imprisonment, murder and deceit!" But come on this is english history we are talking about. I wonder if anyone has done a top ten on the subject? Bye!

[@Simonize41]

What shenanigans - Drinking alcohol infused bodily fluids and acts of buggery! 🥴🫣😆 Thanks for another excellent episode Nicola. As you know I really like and appreciate what you do. I love history and I genuinely enjoy your take on the history and folklore of the places you visit. Until next time, look after yourself.🙂

[@walkingthewyrd]

Honestly, Simon, it was all going on here back in the day! 😄 Thanks so much for watching, it's really appreciated.

[@Simonize41]

@@walkingthewyrd I can only imagine.😅😂👍🏻