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The Beast of Brassknocker Hill

Monkton Combe, near Bath, Somerset

A mystery creature that stripped bark from the trees.

In 1979 people around Brassknocker Hill, just outside Bath, reported a strange creature that stripped bark from trees, and some said they saw a large, hairy, ape-like animal. The 'Beast of Brassknocker Hill' made national news, and police mounted searches.

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When
1979
Where
51.3600, -2.3300
Group
Bigfoot & Hominids

Visiting

Brassknocker Hill lies near the Kennet and Avon Canal, with walks along the towpath.

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