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The Lantern Man and the Wherryman

Thurlton, Norfolk, England (map) Dated: 1809
The lantern men were believed to be shadowy spirits, who used their light to lure travellers from the pathways into the marshes, to drown. This is the story of Joseph Bexfield and his encounter with the lantern men.

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Name: Ashley 11th November 2009
it was fantastic (y) :)
Name: Caylie 14th July 2009
Im SOO Scared I Mean What If Yuu Had To Go There For A Day And Yuu Saw Those Lights? Yuu Mite Be Attracted By Them...What If Yuu Hav A Light? What If Yuu Whistle? What If Yuu Can't Hold Yuur Breath For Long? What If Yuur Housemate Mocked Them? VERY Scary

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Name: Daniel M. Dude 12th January 2009
What a wierd story man but cool and scary
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