Meet the Grey Lady ghosts of Newcastle upon Tyne!
The Assembly Rooms and the Theatre Royal are two of Newcastle upon Tyne's glamourous Georgian buildings. Each of them boasts a Grey Lady ghost. But who are they? Let's find out in this week's episod...
9 Okt 202115min
Interview with Folk Witch and Astrologer Amaya Rourke
In this very first interview-based episode of Fabulous Folklore, I chat to astrologer and folk witch Amaya Rourke! We talk about Hellenistic astrology and its connection to mythology, the importance...
6 Okt 202146min
Who was the Grey Man of Bellister Castle?
Who is the Grey Man of Bellister, whose appearance heralds tragedy? Does he still wander the lonely roads around the Northumberland ruins? Let's find out in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! ...
2 Okt 202115min
Hazel Trees in Folklore: Protection, Divination and Magic
Hazel trees appear as magical trees in both myth and legend. Learn how they were used for divination, magic, and protection from disaster in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Find the images,...
25 Sep 202117min
The Fantastic Magic and Folklore of Ash Trees
Ash trees have links with the Nordic world and the folklore of Ireland and Britain. But why are they so magical and what are their links with healing? Let's find out in this week's episode of Fabulou...
18 Sep 202116min
What Willow Folklore Surrounds This Beautiful Tree?
From witchcraft to Christian theology, much willow folklore surrounds this tree. Let's take a look at some of these superstitions and traditions in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Find the...
11 Sep 202115min
Meet the Oak, the Favoured Tree of the Forest!
The oak tree is pretty synonymous with the British landscape, from the National Trust logo to the Major Oak that sheltered Robin Hood. Elsewhere, it's been an oracle, offered protection from lightning...
4 Sep 202116min
Moving House Superstitions: Brooms, Bread, Salt and Smoke
Moving house is surely one of the most stressful things you can do and a whole host of superstitions have sprung up to dictate everything from which day you move, to what you take into the new house f...
28 Aug 202120min
