On a stormy day in 1577, the black dog Black Shuck is said to have appeared and attacked this church. Scorch marks on the door have been passed down as "the dog's claw marks."
Legend Site
Holy Trinity Church, Blythburgh
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| Encyclopedia | Black Shuck |
|---|---|
| Location | United Kingdom Blythburgh |
| Type of place | Shrine or temple |
| Map position | Approximately the actual place |
A giant black dog with fiery eyes from the folklore of eastern England. A record survives of it appearing in churches and attacking people in 1577. It is the leading example of Britain's many "black dog" legends.