The Devil's Footprints in Devon - Infographic & Episode Resources

Dig into the mystery behind The Devil’s Footprints of Devon- a strange trail of hoof-like marks said to have appeared overnight across rooftops, fields, and frozen rivers in rural England. Are they a supernatural visitation, an elaborate hoax, or a misunderstood natural phenomenon? See how these mysterious footprints left communities divided and terrified, and how the story has been preserved as one of Britain’s most enduring unexplained events.

This downloadable set brings together visual storytelling and carefully curated research, designed for listeners who want to go deeper than the episode alone.

• Where the hoof-like tracks were reported across Devon (Topsham, Dawlish, Teignmouth, Exmouth, and beyond)
• The leading explanations offered at the time (badgers, otters, birds, rodents—and the “something stranger” theories)
• How one snowy night in 1855 became a lasting British mystery through headlines, repetition, and retelling

• Perfect for personal reference, note-taking, or revisiting the story at a glance

• All of the primary sources we used to research, write & produce this episode
• Brief notes on why each source matters and how it fits into the larger story
• Tips on using this guide to dig deeper or navigate your own research
• All resources are publicly accessible and free-- no gatekeeping

• Listeners who love unsolved mysteries with real historical evidence
• Dark history fans who want sources they can actually use to dig deeper
• Viewers who enjoy tracing how a strange event becomes legend over time

• Anyone who wants to support the show while getting something meaningful in return