Christchurch Ducking Stool

While we were away in Christchurch over Christmas, we found ourselves absolutely steeped and immersed in histoire ......

....... so it would have looked most rude of us not to explore some of the hidden gems that we haven't availed ourselves of on previous visits. 

Now, Evesham may have a goodly set of ye ancient stocks .........

...... but, for a town built around a river, we don't have an actual, real life, replica, ducking stool ........

...... or, for that matter, a walk named after one, which could be seen as a little remiss.

However, in this case, although it was all very interesting of an historical type nature ....... 

...... it might not be that appropriate to describe it as romantic .......

....... because who knows what awful scenes may have played out there, in the days of bygone yore and perceived witchcraft .......

...... even Eric was respectful .......

..... bless his little cotton socks.  

The Chilling History Behind Christchurch’s Ducking Stool