Folklore

Discover the old myths and tall tales handed down over the generations from our ancient lands…

Ring of Brodgar: Orkney’s Ancient Circle of Mystery
9 Fascinating Facts About Elm Superstitions in the UK and Ireland
Whispering Mysteries of the Rollright Stones
Black Dog of Ayrshire: Tragic Figure or Demon Dog?
10 Enchanting Secrets of the Hawthorn Tree
Glastonbury Tor’s Magical Mystery Tour
Vine Folklore: Myths and Magic in the UK and Ireland
The Blood Worm Moon, A Celestial Celebration
The Lantern Men: Norfolk Broads’ Haunting Lights
England’s 10 Most Mysterious Stone Circles
How King Arthur Shaped British Folklore
Beech Trees: 10 Fascinating Folklore Facts
The Green Man: A Verdant Deity of Pagan Lore
Why Do We Celebrate Boxing Day?
The Woodwose: The Wild Man of the Woods
Frittering: The Boneless Blob of the Shetland Islands
7 Ways Deer Have Shaped British and Irish Folklore
The Devil’s Breath: Lincoln Cathedral’s Sinister Legend of St Anne’s Well
Martinmas: Get Ready For Killing Time
Samhain: A New Witch’s Perspective
Ireland’s Púca Festival: A Different Kind of Halloween 
The Sluagh: Celtic Spirits of the Unforgiven Dead
Bats Folklore and Superstition: 10 Things You Didn’t Know
Glossary of British and Irish Folklore Creatures