October 4th 2024.
As the night descended, the small town of Cinderford, located in Gloucestershire, was bustling with activity. The town centre pub, The Golden Lion, was filled with pubgoers enjoying their evening. Suddenly, a group of five wild boars were spotted strolling past the pub, much to the delight of those inside.
It's no surprise to the locals that these feral pigs have made their way into town. The Forest of Dean, a nearby area known for its growing boar population, is just a stone's throw away. In fact, one man even had his finger bitten off by a boar in the forest. These pigs have been known to attack pets and dog walkers, and have even learned the schedule for bin day so they can rummage for food in urban areas.
The landlady of The Golden Lion, Nikki Norman, shared that it's quite common to see these animals roaming around town. After all, the town's proximity to the Forest of Dean makes it a prime location for the boars. Surprisingly, the customers love it and find it quite exciting.
These boars, with their stocky and powerful build, were once hunted to extinction 700 years ago. However, they made a comeback in the 1990s and have since established a strong presence in the Forest of Dean. These wild animals are covered in bristly hair, ranging in color from dark brown to gingery brown.
Despite their seemingly harmless appearance, these boars can cause a lot of damage. Earlier this year, a campsite in the Forest of Dean was hit with a £35,000 bill after the wild boars ravaged their lush green fields, leaving behind a sea of mud. According to Forestry England's website, the tell-tale sign of wild boar presence is large areas of uprooted and disturbed soil. With their powerful neck muscles and long snout, these animals can dig up a large area in a short amount of time.
It's safe to say that Cinderford's wild boars were ready for a night out in town. Perhaps they were looking for some excitement, or maybe just some food. Either way, this is just a typical day in the life of a town near the Forest of Dean, where the wild boar population continues to thrive.
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