Witness testimony in paranormal investigations is often unreliable. JAIMIE LEE-BARRON says treat witnesses kindly but evaluate their stories carefully due to potential biases and emotions
Religious Horror and the Ecogothic is a new collection of essays that examine how Christian narratives shape horror and ecological themes, writes DR KAJA FRANCK
Paranormal: The Village That Saw Aliens explores the Broad Haven UFO sightings, blending atmospheric filming, personal interviews, and AI recreations to engage both newcomers and seasoned ufology enthusiasts, writes NEIL NIXON
London’s plague pits, dating back to the Black Death in 1348 and the Great Plague of 1665, show a grim history and recent discoveries, highlighting the city’s enduring resilience through hard times, write RICHARD CLEMENTS
Series 2 of Ghosts BBC kicks off with The Grey Lady, a hilarious and chaotic start, making it one of GEMMA JOHNSON’s all-time favourite episodes
Music stars like David Bowie, Kate Bush, and Gary Numan have drawn inspiration from the paranormal and supernatural, weaving these themes into their music and personas, writes LES HEWITT
Above Leicester Square’s The Moon Under Water pub stands a stone arch, concealing the chilling legacies of John Hunter and the haunting tale of the Irish giant, Charles Byrne, writes DAVID TURNBULL
Shropshire’s charming villages veil a darker tapestry of eerie tales and spectral hauntings. Guest writer JOSHUA JONES, from the Mystic Realm Blog, reveals five of the spookiest places in the West Midlands county.
19th-century London was gripped by the terrifying belief that monstrous black pigs prowled the sewers. RICHARD CLEMENTS tells us the chilling legend of the Black Swine.
In Getting Out, the Ghosts BBC series 1 finale, Alison and Mike struggle with house repairs, a deceitful hotel mogul and Alison’s ghost-seeing ability, leading to a dramatic and humorous conclusion, writes GEMMA JOHNSON
London has an eerie monastic history with plenty of haunted churches with ghost monks. JAY HOLLIS tells us 10 places you can find these classic spectres
Nell Racker was a Victorian midwife accused of witchcraft, whose journey mirrors the trials of Pendle Hill and Salem, leaving behind a legacy of pioneering holistic medicine amidst controversy and resilience, writes GEMMA JOHNSON
Derbyshire, known for its beautiful landscapes and the Peak District, also boasts many spooky hotels. Here are some of the most haunted Derbyshire hotels you can visit.
Portobello, Edinburgh’s seaside gem, is brimming with ghost tales, eerie sightings, and unsettling events. Writer KERRIE POWELL delves into the spectral stories that haunt this coastal haven
Being Human was a 2009 BBC series about a vampire, a werewolf, and a ghost trying to live normal lives in human society. PETULA MITCHELL takes a look back at the series’ first episode and explores its unique premise
Moonah Ston is an unforgettable “Ghosts” episode where a moon eclipse, a vile neighbour, and a ghostly ritual collide in spectacular fashion, writes GEMMA JOHNSON
Sightings of out-of-place big cats, like pumas and black panthers, are frequently reported in the Lothians and Edinburgh. SCOTT LYAL, creator of Wulverstanezine and contributor to Tales from the Crypts of Auld Reekie, tells us why
Before the infamous 1666 blaze, London’s Southwark faced its own fiery apocalypse in 1212, leaving the city in ruins and sparking urgent reforms in fire safety and urban planning. RICHARD CLEMENTS tells us about the Great Fire of Southwark 1212
Button House turns chaotic as a film crew arrives, causing hilarious ghostly interactions and chaos for Alison and Mike in this episode of Ghosts titled Free Pass, writes GEMMA JOHNSON
Exeter hotels provide more than just comfort, they offer a gateway to ghostly encounters. Here’s five of them you can stay the night – if you’ve brave enough!
A Scottish legend colliding with the American Revolutionary War inspired Robert Louis Stevenson to pen the haunting narrative of Ticonderoga, write DAVID TURNBULL
The Island of Doctor Moreau by H.G. Wells as a disturbing exploration of Victorian fears and ethical dilemmas through its blend of horror and science fiction, writes PETULA MITCHELL
Stephen Jacobs’ The Karloff Compendium is a must-read, offering rich anecdotes and new insights, making it a valuable addition for any Boris Karloff and horror enthusiast, writes TERRY SHERWOOD
A missing dog, an apparently disinterested police force and a young constable eager to impress, heading into dark waters. RICHARD PHILLIPS-JONES revisits a classic Armchair Thriller: A Dog’s Ransom (1978)
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