Ghosts and Folklore of Wales with Mark Rees

A podcast by Mark Rees - Thursdays

Thursdays

149 Episodes

  1. EP09 Fairy dogs, the magical origins of the Welsh Corgi, a wizard's friendly familiar, and other curious tales of canine folklore on the Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast

    Published: 6/08/2020
  2. EP08 The Ghost of Dylan Thomas, and his many haunts in Wales and the world

    Published: 30/07/2020
  3. EP07 The Dog of Darkness; or, Gwyllgi, the Welsh Hound of Hell which stalks the streets of haunted Wales

    Published: 23/07/2020
  4. EP06 The Real-life Ghost-hunting Scooby-Doo Dog and the Victorian Paranormal Hoaxers

    Published: 16/07/2020
  5. EP05 The Legend of Gelert, the Heroic Hound of Beddgelert: the real story behind the Welsh folk tale

    Published: 10/07/2020
  6. EP04 The Ghostly Women in White: Two real-life ghost stories of a woman in white haunting either side of the Severn Bridge - a swearing spook in England, and a phantom in disguise in Wales

    Published: 4/07/2020
  7. EP03 Swansea's "Most Haunted" Home; or, A Ghost to Rival Hamlet's Father: A real-life Victorian ghost story from haunted Wales on the Ghosts of Wales podcast

    Published: 24/06/2020
  8. EP02 The Curse of the Swansea Devil: a real-life "haunted" statue steeped in the folklore of Wales

    Published: 22/06/2020
  9. EP01 The Two-Headed Phantom of Wales: A real-life ghost story in which a spook with two heads terrifies a Victorian community - the first episode of the Ghosts and Folklore podcast with Mark Rees

    Published: 16/06/2020

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Ghosts and Folklore of Wales with Mark Rees podcast: Dive deep into ghost stories, ancient lore, myths, and legends from haunted Wales. Join author and journalist Mark Rees (Ghosts of Wales, Paranormal Wales) – ”arguably Wales’ leading authority on the curious and paranormal aspects of the country’s history” – for a journey through the weird and wonderful history of Cymru and beyond. From “most haunted” Welsh castles to fairy-filled forests, each episode explores spine-chilling topics like pesky poltergeists and uncanny apparitions; seasonal traditions such as the Mari Lwyd and Halloween (Nos Calan Gaeaf); real-life ghostbusters and paranormal investigators who venture into the unknown; and eerie customs like the Sin Eater and corpse candles. Listeners who enjoy uncovering unexplained mysteries, delving into the supernatural like The X-Files, or exploring haunted locations similar will love the tales lurking within. Discover the real-life hauntings behind legends, like the Skirrid Mountain Inn, or eerie events in the remote hills and forests of Wales, where legends like the mystical Ceffyl Dŵr or the dreaded Gwyllgi roam the night. If you’re a fan of horror classics, the ghostly atmospheres of Gothic stories, or the folklore and mythology found in The Mabinogion, this podcast is perfect for you. These gripping accounts will take you from ancient Druid rituals to modern-day Welsh witchcraft. Expect exciting ghost hunts, interviews with paranormal experts, and plenty of spine-tingling stories that will transport you to the haunted corners of Wales, where magic and the supernatural blend with history. Whether you’re fascinated by the macabre traditions of phantom funerals or intrigued by the legends of mythical creatures, the Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast offers a captivating exploration of the unknown. Don’t miss an episode – subscribe now and unlock the paranormal secrets of haunted Wales with Mark Rees, where history, myth, and magic still cast a spell over the land.

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