Spooky Hermeston Hall’s Ghosts Span The Centuries
Spirits from throughout history continue to roam Hermeston Hall, one of Nottinghamshire's most enigmatic manors, writes RICK HALE
10 Sycamore Tree Superstitions and Folklore You Should Know
Sycamore trees, with their distinctive leaves and winged seeds, have long been a part of British folklore. Here are 10 superstitions and beliefs.
Did a Mysterious Ghost Lady Foretell Tragic Fate?
Spooky Isles reader LES HARRINGTON recalls witnessing a ghostly Lady in White in his London East End flat as a child during the 1950s
Child Ghost Haunts Hotel Celebrity, Bournemouth
Bournemouth's Hotel Celebrity has a chilling legacy, serving as a dwelling to both its living guests and the ghostly apparition of a young girl named Nell Hyde.
Carlisle: 5 Haunted Places to Visit
Carlisle in Cumbria has a history dating back to Roman times. Little wonder it's got lots of haunted places to visit.
London Waterloo: Necropolis Railway and Other Horrors
Coffins, mad doctors, gruesome murders, werewolves and Martian invaders, Waterloo Station in London has it all, says David Turnbull
William Blake Locations You Can Visit in London
Visit the mysterious London locations that shaped William Blake's spooky preoccupation with spiritual and supernatural themes
The Curious Tale Of The A70 UFO Incident
The A70 UFO Incident is a captivating and unsolved mystery involving forestry workers encountering a UFO and humanoid beings in 1990 Scotland, writes CHRISTINE MILLER.
Celebrating St John’s Eve in England
Discover the history and traditions behind St John's Eve, the traditional Christian holiday celebrated in England on the evening of June 23rd, with pagan roots and cultural significance still observed today
Irish Wake Museum Unveils Ireland’s Death Legacy
The Irish Wake Museum in Waterford is Ireland’s newest macabre visitor attraction! ANN MASSEY takes a look
Healing Power of Crystals: Beginner’s Guide 2024
Here's a step-by-step guide to discover how to enjoy the healing power of crystals:
John Christie: The 10 Rillington Place Murders
The brutal crimes of John Christie, the infamous London serial killer, continue to shock the world to this day.
Jasper: Unleashing the Power of Grounding and Emotional Balance
Connect with the earth's grounding energy with Jasper. Discover its history, spiritual properties, and usage, as well as tips on choosing and caring for it in your healing and spiritual practices.
Haunted Newstead Abbey: Lord Byron’s Gothic Home
Newstead Abbey, Lord Byron's ancestral home, is a ghostly place where spirits like the Goblin Friar and the White Lady linger, writes RICK HALE
Creepy Blue Boy Haunts The Coylet Inn, Argyll
The Blue Boy, a sorrowful ghost of a long-dead child, is said to haunt the Coylet Inn by Loch Eck in Argyll. CHRISTINE MILLER tells us about the legend and her own spooky experience at the hotel.
What are Spriggans?
Spriggans guard treasure and sacred sites, and are often blamed for causing mischief and misfortune. We take a look at these mischievous Cornish supernatural beings.
10 Yorkshire Horror Films Full of Scares
Yorkshire Horror Films provide a range of northern scares, from animal attacks, bloodthirsty locals and ghostly hauntings, writes KATE INGLEBY-PARYLO
7 Fun(gus) Facts about Mushroom Superstitions and Customs
Mushrooms aren't only a food source but also a source of superstitions, customs, and folklore. Here are 7 interesting facts about mushrooms and their place in the culture and traditions of the UK and Ireland.
Haunted Towneley Hall: Every Room Has A Ghost!
Towneley Hall in Burnley lures visitors with its haunting allure, echoing with ghostly tales in its ancient corridors, says JOANNA HAGUE
Blue Men of the Minch: Diving into the Depths of Fear
Blue Men of the Minch, feared aquatic creatures off Scotland's Outer Hebrides, incite terror. RICK HALE investigates.
Montague Summers and Pop Culture Occultism
Montague Summers was an English author, clergyman and teacher who became well known for his interest in the occult. Here are some facts about his life and work.
Lambeth’s Fantastical Trinity of Specialist Libraries
Libraries in the London Borough of Lambeth have some very special connections to horror literature and the supernatural, says guest writer DAVID TURNBULL
Take Control of Your Dreams: A Guide to Lucid Dreaming
Here are some steps you can take to increase your chances of lucid dreaming.
Shadows (S3, E2): The Rose of Puddle Fratrum
What is the curse that befalls the performers of a ballet? RICHARD PHILLIPS-JONES finds out in Shadows: The Rose Of Puddle Fratrum.