Weymouth Plot, Plague, and Pestilence Tour
Unravel the darker chapters of history along the stunning Dorset Coast with our BRAND NEW Weymouth walking tour - IF YOU DARE! 👻 This captivating 90-minute adventure will guide you through the Old Harbour and hidden passageways of Weymouth, transporting you back to the eerie 14th Century, when the Bubonic Plague made its first appearance in the British Isles.
💀 Learn how it spread from Melcombe Regis and how it was perceived as a divine punishment, striking fear into the hearts of the locals.
Weymouth, a famous departure point for Pilgrims and a haven for Royalty seeking miracle cures, tells a tale of pestilence intertwined with history. 🏰 Explore how attitudes shifted in the 18th Century as the seaside became a sought-after remedy for various ailments, drawing even royalty to the healing waters of Weymouth Bay.
Walk in the footsteps of “Mad King George” and discover the prescribed treatments that attracted the rich and famous, along with the plots involving bribery, corruption, and rebellion that colored the life of this iconic seaside resort.
Join us as we delve into the lesser-known history of Weymouth. The tour commences from the Nothe Tavern, Barrack Road, Weymouth, DT4 8TZ, and wraps up back at the Graveyard beside the pub — rumored to be haunted! 🎃
Prepare for chilling stories and gruesome revelations lurking around every corner!
The Nothe Tavern Weymouth
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