Mysterious Britain: A Traveller's Guide to the Mysteries and Legends of Britain

Mysterious Britain presents a travelling survey of the country's reported mysteries, legends and locations associated with strange events. Charles Walker brings together subjects linked to folklore, occult traditions, hauntings, UFO reports and other paranormal claims, treating Britain's landscape as a record of stories as well as places.

The book reflects Walker's interest in investigating specific sites, including Clapham Wood and Chanctonbury Ring in Sussex, the West Kennet Long Barrow, the Rollright Stones and Glastonbury Tor. These locations are considered through the reports, beliefs and traditions attached to them, offering a geographically minded account of Britain's darker folklore and enduring mysteries.