Episode 3

full
Published on:

10th Feb 2025

The Devil's Footprints

Imagine a chilling February morning in 1855, when the residents of South Devon, England, awoke to a baffling sight: miles of single-file, cloven hoofprints traversing the snow-covered landscape. This episode investigates the enduring mystery of the Devil's Footprints of Devon. The eerie discovery sparked widespread panic and religious fervor, tracing the path of these enigmatic tracks over rooftops, through walls, and across fields for nearly 100 miles.Consider the historical context, the eyewitness accounts, and the multitude of theories proposed over the centuries – from the mundane (escaping kangaroos?) to the meteorological (freak weather phenomena?) to the overtly supernatural (Satan himself?). What could have left such precise, inexplicable marks across the Devon countryside? Delve into the fear, the speculation, and the lingering questions surrounding one of Britain's most perplexing unexplained phenomena.

---

Visit https://midnightsignals.net for more.

Transcript
von, England in the winter of:
Show artwork for Midnight Signals

About the Podcast

Midnight Signals
When the clock strikes twelve, the veil thins. Midnight Signals, hosted by Russ Chamberlin, delves into the shadows of history and the unexplained. Each week, explore chilling conspiracy theories, baffling unsolved mysteries, paranormal encounters, and strange phenomena. If you're fascinated by historical enigmas and stories that defy explanation, join us in the darkness. Subscribe for your weekly dose of the unknown.
Support This Show