Dragon or monster
The Longwitton Dragon
Longwitton, Northumberland
Three wells at Longwitton were famous for healing until a dragon, which could make itself invisible, took them over. Sir Guy of Warwick came and wore magic ointment on his eyes so he could see it.
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- When
- Legend
- Where
- 55.1700, -1.8800
- Group
- Dragons & monsters
Visiting
Longwitton is a small village near Rothbury.
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