The strange 17th-century mystery of the Campden Wonder
In short: In 1660, an elderly man walking to collect rent encountered something so extraordinary it became a legend. This video explores the bizarre tale of the Campden Wonder and the strange events surrounding William Harrison's journey.
The story centers on William Harrison, a man approximately 70 years old, who was traveling to the village of Charingworth in 1660. His mission was to collect rent on behalf of his employer, the Lady Viscountess Campden.
This journey, occurring about two miles from Chipping Campden, serves as the starting point for a remarkable historical curiosity.
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