Horror Aficionados discussion

Dracula wasn’t the first fictional vampire, but the novel popularised these creatures in literature. It also changed their image overnight, from a mouldering, blood-drinking corpse to an attractive and sensual gentleman who can mix with humanity. Where did Bram Stoker write the book and which locations inspired him? Take a pictorial tour around these places and visit them yourself.
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That was really cool! I loved the picture of the castle from the sky.

Thanks Kimberly. The drone picture is the only one I didn't take myself. The castle is superb

Awesome pics Ian. I had the pleasure of visiting Whitby Abbey last time I was in the UK. It was winter and it was dark and miserable and drizzly. Absolutely perfect! I got to sit in the same spot that Stoker dreamt up the scenes from Whitby in Dracula too and it was fantastic to see the Abbey in all it's creepy glory after reading the book. Even the trip across the windswept Moors to get there was an experience in itself.

People reading this, if you're in the Yorkshire area and are a horror fan, it's definitely worth the trip across the Moors from York. Even if you're not from the area, book a ticket and get out and see it.

Being Australian, I very quickly associate beaches and coastline with white sand, palm trees, turquoise seas and beautiful sunshine.
Going to Whitby in winter however, you can very quickly see how Stoker was inspired to write horror set on England's north-east coastline. It is quite spectacular and inspiring, not to mention the helping hand that the colourful and lengthy history of the UK lends.

Yorkshire (York, the Moors, the coast and the villages that are dotted throughout) are all wonderful settings for horror. If you've never been, I urge you to make it a must during the dark and gloomy winters of Northern England :)

Ian wrote: "Thanks Kimberly. The drone picture is the only one I didn't take myself. The castle is superb"

Great to hear that, Baz. Yes, the moors are superb and so atmospheric

Wow those locales have atmosphere for days. I'd love to visit sometime.

Joshua wrote: "Wow those locales have atmosphere for days. I'd love to visit sometime."

You would love these areas, Joshua - I guarantee it