Exhibition explores boggles, ghosts and rag-wells

An exhibition exploring the myths and superstitions of East Yorkshire has opened.

Boggles, Ghosts and Ragwells will delve into ghost stories, "paranormal activity" and ancient ritual monuments.

The free exhibition will run at Beverley Guildhall until 30 May.

Curator Fiona Jenkinson said the exhibition would "intrigue those with an interest in the supernatural".

Staff were "looking forward to revealing what we have discovered", she added.

A ragwell – well of the spirits – is a type of holy well where people tied rags as part of folk tradition, while a boggle is an imaginary hobgoblin that brings fear or terror.

Councillor Nick Coultish said: "Every exhibition at Beverley Guildhall is fascinating, and this one promises to live up to the standard of those before it."

People will be able to view the display from 10:00 until 13:00 GMT on Wednesdays, and 10:00 until 16:00 on Fridays.

Last year, bog spirits and other supernatural creatures were created for a walking trail at Tophill Low Nature Reserve, near Driffield.

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