February favourites: Do snowdrops appear in folklore?

February favourites: Do snowdrops appear in folklore?

Snowdrops are the first flowers to bloom in spring. In this episode, we'll learn more about the folklore and legends around these beautiful alpine blossoms!

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Are the Dancing Fairies of Northumbria Benign or Malevolent?

Are the Dancing Fairies of Northumbria Benign or Malevolent?

Tales of fairies exist all over the world, and there are hundreds to choose from right here in the British Isles. Yet they often have a particular 'flavour' or motif that lets you group them together....

3 Jun 202317min

4 Amsterdam Ghost Stories from the City of Canals

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Never mind canals, famous nightlife, and beautiful architecture - there is another side to the Dutch capital, one full of supernatural terrors and bizarre tales. Think 13th-century magicians, fleeing...

27 Mai 202316min

4 Barcelona Ghost Stories from the Catalonian Capital

4 Barcelona Ghost Stories from the Catalonian Capital

Barcelona lies on the Mediterranean Coast in Catalonia. It's a gorgeous city, famous for architect Antoni Gaudí, artist Joan Miró and writer Carlos Ruiz Zafón, among many others. Yet you'll find more ...

20 Mai 202316min

4 Paris Ghost Stories from the City of Light

4 Paris Ghost Stories from the City of Light

The City of Light is an architectural and cultural wonder, packed with history, art, great food, and music. But there are also ghosts in Paris, loitering in the parks, wandering the boulevards, and so...

13 Mai 202314min

3 creepy tales of the Devil, the helpful dead, and ghosts in Venice

3 creepy tales of the Devil, the helpful dead, and ghosts in Venice

The Jewel of the Adriatic is a gorgeous wonder, filled with masks, bridges, alleyways, and mystery. But there are also ghosts in Venice, often only seen in the brief half-light when daytime gives way ...

6 Mai 202315min

Folklore of Thistles: Protection from Evil, Predicting Rain, and a Mental Boost

Folklore of Thistles: Protection from Evil, Predicting Rain, and a Mental Boost

Thistles are a beautiful plant, and the beloved floral emblem of Scotland. But looks can be deceiving and thistles are considered an invasive plant. According to the 1959 Weeds Act, landowners actual...

29 Apr 202316min

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Daisies are a familiar sight at this time of the year in the UK, popping up in lawns and on grass verges. Their proliferation, particularly on lawns, makes them an unwanted plant for some gardeners. ...

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