The Big Cats Of Britain

For centuries, eyewitnesses have reported cat-like creatures prowling the countryside of Great Britain, while farmers tell of livestock torn apart by wild beasts. Are these stories flights of fancy, preying on our collective fears, or do they have an element of truth? Could it be that perhaps these creatures are simply too good at remaining hidden?

In the fourth episode of our series Astonishing, we’ll look into various reports of sightings and encounters with non-native species of big cats from around the country, we will connect the dots, and try to uncover the truth behind the most prolific urban legend that continues to thrive in Britain.

Originally aired: September 29th 2020