Great Witchingham was established during the 'Black Death' plague when inhabitants from

Little Witchingham moved down the valley to escape the poor wretches whose weeping sores and smelly bodies had become a tad too much.

They made off with all the mead, loads of capons, the last remaining nubile virgins (whose petticoats were made of hemp and sackcloth), a couple of lyres and a mouse to establish their new community.

Glenda Funbags established a new Inn and they all got leathered and did a twirly dance around a descendant of Edward Woodward who was ensnared in a huge wicker
bishy barnabee.

They burnt his head off and all lived happily ever after. Years later, John Wilson, fishing legend, moved into the village.

FACT (mostly).

Posted By: malkybarkid, Apr 21, 12:04:33