Why do people still see ghostly monks in the UK?

Perhaps more than Halloween, Midwinter is often a time traditionally associated with ghost stories. But why do we tell ghost stories at this time of year? Why do ghosts continue to preoccupy us? And a...

21 Dec 202041min

Tales of Civil War ghosts are common in England, whose Civil War marked a bloody 9 year period.  Let's explore haunted battlefields and pubs in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Find the ima...

12 Dec 202017min

Grey or white ladies are famous in British ghost stories. But what about the Green Lady? Some think she's a nature elemental, others a fairy woman. Or is she a sad spirit of a lonely woman?  Find ou...

5 Dec 202019min

The hawthorn is believed to be the fairy tree and it's unlucky to bring indoors. What other folklore should you know about this magical tree? Find out in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Fi...

28 Nov 202019min

Elder trees are a common sight in the UK. They're also complex, between protection from and for witches.  Which of these roles is true? Learn more of their folklore here. Find out in this week's epi...

21 Nov 202016min

Yew trees are often the oldest trees found in ancient churchyards. But what do they represent, and how do they appear in British folklore? And is there more to them than longbows? Find out in this w...

14 Nov 202016min

Rowan is a popular tree for protection against witchcraft and fairies. You often find its wood or branches being used in building work, or even to haul enchanted people out of fairy rings! How did pe...

7 Nov 202015min