Kirst Mason D'Raven
Kirst Mason D'Raven
@kdraven@mysterioustimes.co.uk
2,947 posts
10 followers
  • M T News Round-Up – Week Ending 5 June 2026

    The strange never sleeps…

  • Anthony Head (1954–2026) – A Watcher Leaves the Library

    There are some actors who become famous. There are others who become familiar. Anthony Head belonged to that rarer category still. He became trusted.

  • The Murder of the Scottish Pedlar

    A murdered Scottish pedlar, a hidden cave, a haunted inn and a mystery that has endured for more than two centuries. We investigate the dark legend of Stoney Middleton’s Moon Inn and the ghost said to walk the dale to this day…

  • Hexing the Bomb

    The Witches of Greenham Common and Britain’s Most Magical Protest

  • House Brownies – Guardians of the Hearth and Home

    House brownies, magical creatures from British and Scottish folklore, quietly help with household tasks in exchange for food offerings. Their appearance is rugged, and they prefer working unseen. To maintain a positive relationship, offer food, show respect, and avoid causing offense. Various authors and cultural tales feature these beings. By following specific practices, a harmonious…

  • Battle of The Beanfield

    .

  • The M.T. Almanac – June 2026

    Ghosts, UFOs, Cryptids, Crop Circles and Curious Things…

  • June.

    June traditions in the United Kingdom blend ancient pagan rituals, Roman festivities, and celestial wonders to mark the transition into summer. The Summer Solstice, Midsummer, Litha, Roman festivals, saints’ days, and celestial events create a vibrant cultural tapestry. Local festivals and events showcase the region’s diversity, inviting all to celebrate nature’s rhythms.

  • Cultural Beliefs About Thunderstorms

    From the thunder gods of ancient civilizations to the spiritual beliefs held by Indigenous peoples, these atmospheric occurrences have inspired a myriad of stories, rituals, and beliefs.

  • Fata Morgana.

    The world is filled with optical illusions that captivate the human eye and mind, and among them, the Fata Morgana phenomenon stands as one of the most mesmerizing. From ghostly ships on the horizon to cities in the sky, Fata Morgana has fueled myths, legends, and illusions across diverse cultures.

  • Mysterious Times Weekly Roundup W/E 20/05/26

    Strange goings on from around the world..

  • The Drummer of Tedworth

    Drumming could never be considered a rarity – there have been many percussionists throughout the world and down through the ages, some distinctly more talented than others… …but of all the Dave Grohls, the Keith Moons and Rick Allens who have delighted fans with their rhythms, no drummer has inspired and intrigued a nation and…

  • The Knockers Beneath The Hill

    Quarry Legends and Haunted Mine Workings.. Oh My!

  • Goats, Ghosts, and UFOs: High Strangeness in Llandudno

    Llandudno, a picturesque seaside town in North Wales, is known for its Victorian architecture and inexplicable phenomena. From goat invasions to UFO sightings and ghostly apparitions, its blend of natural beauty and mysterious events captivates residents and visitors. The town’s historical richness and scenic location make it a fertile ground for legends and unexplained phenomena.

  • Mysterious Times Weekly Roundup W/E 12-5-26

    The strange never really sleeps, does it?

  • The Severed Head of Worsley Moss

    Beneath the peat bogs of Northern Britain, time stands strangely still. From ritual sacrifice theories to modern archaeological discoveries, we look at the eerie history surrounding one of Britain’s forgotten bog bodies

  • Sacred Paws and Second Chances

    Cats have held a profound influence on human culture throughout history, symbolizing mystery, magic, and independence. Revered as divine protectors and associated with both good and evil forces, they have inspired rich mythology and superstitions worldwide. From ancient Egypt to medieval Europe and Japanese folklore, cats continue to captivate and mystify.

  • Tsuchinoko

    In Japan, the tsuchinoko is a snake potentially three cocktails deep, slithering through folklore while dodging actual proof of existence.

  • Shadows in the Water, Eyes in the Dark

    This week in Cryptozoology News

  • Folklore, Ritual, and Memory in English Nursery Rhymes – Oranges and Lemons

    .

  • Buxton Museum – From Closure to New Beginnings

    Buxton Museum’s story stretches from ancient flint tools to modern community life. After its 2023 closure, plans for a new future are finally taking shape..

  • Mysterious Times Weekly Roundup: The Strange and Unexplained (Late April – Early May 2026)

    Pull up a chair, because the past week has delivered one of those curious blends of the grounded and the deeply unsettling. The kind of week where official statements brush up against long-standing mysteries, and where even the most rational headlines carry just a faint echo of something… not quite explained. We begin in the…

  • Cinco De Mayo

    Have fun and enjoy the spirit of Cinco de Mayo while honouring Mexican heritage and culture – ¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo!

  • Bank Holiday Mondays – Modern Folklore in the Making.

    .

  • Thresholds

    .