Rowan trees are revered in British and Irish folklore as a magical guardian against evil forces. We take a look at its colourful history, which is interwoven with myths, medical uses and cultural significance.
These creepy UK Kids TV Shows from the 1980s and 90s delivered spooky fun for the whole family, writes RACHAEL ELIZABETH
Planning a spooky getaway to Newcastle Upon Tyne? Dive into our latest guide and craft your very own Newcastle Ghost Tour, thanks to paranormal author and host of “How Haunted?” podcast, ROB KIRKUP
Melrose Abbey’s crumbling stones are surrounded by whispered tales of ancient tombs, spectral monks and bloodthirsty vampires! We take a look at this creepy haunted church on the Scottish Borders.
In 1974, West Yorkshire witnessed a dramatic, yet failed exorcism on Michael Taylor, leading to a horrific murder. RICK HALE looks at the disturbing case.
Ghosts BBC may be over, but that doesn’t mean we can’t go back and enjoy the many wonderfully funny episodes. GEMMA JOHNSON picks her top 10 of the spooky comedy series.
Here are 10 things you might not know about Mandrake Roots…
Rain at a funeral can carry diverse cultural meanings, from cleansing and mourning to luck and renewal. We take a look at what it all might mean
London’s most famous horror stars and authors came from south of the Thames. Boris Karloff, Claude Rains, Elsa Lanchester, the list goes on. DAVID TURNBULL pays tribute to these spooky South Londoners.
The Trap Door was a spooky 1980s British animation ITV series with dark horror vibes. GEMMA JOHNSON takes us on a journey to see what down there!
A ghost was the focal point of a County Cavan courtroom drama in 1910. We take a look at the creepy Irish court case.
Wandsworth in South London is known as the home of the Battersea Poltergeist but it’s full of spectral goings on, writes RICK HALE
Slaybrook Hall’s legends and horrors hark back thousands of years, making it one of Kent’s most disturbing haunted houses, writes RICK HALE
Knutsford in Cheshire has a long and ghostly history with plenty of haunted places to visit, says guest writer GEORGE WILLIAMS of Knutsford Ghost Walks
The Guildhall in Leicester is a 14th century building with loads of history and plenty of spooks ready to be investigated by the Most Haunted team, writes JOANNA HAGUE
Pareidolia is an acclaimed short British horror film, directed by Aaron Truss and written by Aiden Truss. The filmmakers talk about their work with guest writer DAVID GELMINI
Maidstone in Kent is known for its picturesque countryside, charming architecture and chilling ghost stories. Here are some of its most haunted places.
Protect yourself against negative energy and ground your energy with Black Tourmaline. Discover its history, spiritual properties, and usage, as well as tips on choosing and caring for it in your healing and spiritual practices.
Powis Castle in Wales has many hauntings and legends that will send a shiver down your spine, writes RICK HALE
The Most Haunted crew heads to Chatham Dockyards in Kent to discover maritime ghostly experiences, writes JOANNA HAGUE
Ghostly sounds of a phantom piper of the ancient past can still be heard at Argyll’s Duntrune Castle, writes RICK HALE
The Magpie Rhyme has etched its way into British culture over generations, serving as both an omen and a cultural touchstone.
The historic county of Ceredigion, on Wales’ west coast, is a creepy destination for those intrigued by the mystical and the supernatural, RICK HALE writes
Candleston Castle in Bridgend, Wales, offers a captivating blend of chilling ghost tales and historical grandeur next to north-west Europe’s largest sand dunes
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