Cerne Abbas: The village revealing more than it should!

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Prepare to be utterly enchanted as we journey to the picturesque, history-steeped village of Cerne Abbas in the heart of Dorset, England! In this video, we delve into the mysteries surrounding the colossal, sometimes controversial, and utterly captivating Cerne Abbas Giant. This monumental hill figure, an enormous nude male brandishing a club, is one of Britain’s most iconic and perplexing archaeological puzzles. Forget everything you think you know about ancient figures—the sheer scale and mystery of the Cerne Abbas Giant simply demand attention. We'll also explore the charming, yet historically significant, village nestled below, home to the ruins of a once-powerful Benedictine monastery, Cerne Abbey. This location, and especially the Cerne Abbas Giant, is a must-see for anyone interested in British folklore, ancient history, or simply breathtaking rural landscapes. The village of Cerne Abbas is arguably one of the most beautiful in England. It's a protected conservation area, boasting a stunning collection of thatched and stone-built cottages, several excellent traditional pubs (perfect for a historic pint!), and clear, babbling streams running right through the main street. Cerne Abbas is the perfect gateway to exploring the rest of the spectacular Dorset countryside, including the Jurassic Coast. It's the ideal blend of history, folklore, and rural beauty. Join us as we peel back the layers of myth and history! ❤ Please support our channel in one of the following ways: 1. Subscribe and click the notifications bell. Subscribe to channel https://www.youtube.com/memoryseekers?sub_confirmation=1 2. Buy us a coffee https://ko-fi.com/memoryseekers 3. You can also make a one-off support donation through Paypal: https://paypal.me/memoryseekers 4. Become a patron on a monthly basis. https://www.patreon.com/memoryseekers ⚑ Follow our travel adventures on social: https://www.instagram.com/memoryseekers/ https://www.facebook.com/memoryseekersuk/ https://twitter.com/memoryseekers/ https://www.tiktok.com/@memoryseekers/ 🗺 Web: www.memoryseekers.net Head over to our website for more photos and information about our travels. 🎹 Like the music we use? We get it from these 2 sites below:- Artlist.io - Get FREE additional month subscription using our link https://artlist.io/Simon-312477 Epidemic Sound - Get 30 days FREE use of Epidemic Sounds using our link https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/6a40j0/ We receive 1 free month of access for any referrals 📷 If you'd like to know what equipment we use, see and buy our latest top kit for YouTubing and Travel Essentials in our Amazon shop:- https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/memoryseekers As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. If you buy from these links, we will receive a small commission, but you won't pay a penny extra. With thanks to www.google.com and Google Earth for the use of their images. 00:00 Revealing Cerne Abbas 00:45 Cerne Abbas Giant 01:38 Walking into Cerne Abbas 02:25 Cerne Abbas and Abbey History 03:40 Long Street Highlights 08:55 Pitt-Rivers Family 09:56 St Mary's Church 12:36 Abbey Street 16:03 Remains of Cerne Abbey 17:43 St Augustine's Well 20:12 River Cerne Walk 22:30 Next Time.... #cerneabbas #dorsetvillage #dorset