Nestled within the woodland surroundings of Kinver Edge, Staffordshire, lies a tale shrouded in ancient folklore, deemed so notorious that it has become a geographical landmark – The Devil’s Chair. This peculiar sandstone formation, weathered over centuries, is said to bear the shape of a sinister-looking chair, a throne for the devil himself. The story dates back to the 18th century. Legend has it that the devil, disguised as a beggar, was roaming the area. Feeling tired, he decided to carve out a chair to rest upon. Then, he became so fond of the spot’s breathtaking view across the Black Country that he marked it as his lounging spot during his many visits to earth. Another version told amongst townsfolk narrates another tale. It’s said that during dark, haunted nights, the devil convenes with dark witches and malevolent spirits atop the ridge. They dance around the chair, chanting and casting curses on the local villagers below. Despite the chilling stories that accompany it, The Devil’s Chair has turned into a popular tourist attraction. Nowadays, despite the eerie notions connected with it, hikers and visitors have been seen sitting on it, capturing pictures, and soaking in the spellbinding natural beauty around them. Yet, among the locals, the superstitions surrounding this monument still run deep. Elders often warn youngsters not to venture near the ‘enchanted megalith’ after dark, nurturing the legend’s intensity.