Some monsters are born in the darkness. Others host lavish dinner parties beneath glittering chandeliers while the city applauds their elegance…
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Lady Killers: The Patron Saint of Unhappy Wives.
Every Legend needs its patron saint and the story of Giulia Tofana is no exception. Over 600 men allegedly succumbed to her concoctions – but how much of her story is truth and how much is fiction? Pull up a chair….
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More Than a Game
The Superstitions, Rituals and Folklore of Football
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The Three Lions
The Medieval Beast That Still Roars
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When the Final Whistle Never Blows
The Ghosts of Britain’s Football Grounds.
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Did Harry Meet Sally?
My Grandad Harry was a great storyteller. Yet amongst the lions, crocodiles and other improbable adventures was a story that always intrigued me. Harry swore that, when he was a boy, there was a woman in Attercliffe who owned a cat with wings…
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Stocksbridge Bypass Revisited
Some stories refuse to stay buried…
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The Headless Horseman of the Staffordshire Moorlands.
“Count the heads before you climb aboard…”
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Steel & Spirits – The Forgotten Folklore of Yorkshire’s Furnaces
The steel industry shaped towns, communities and families. Yet, alongside the engineering, economics and industry there existed something else. Stories.
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Summer Solstice Traditions Across Cultures: From Alban Hefin to Inti Raymi
The summer solstice, marking the longest day of the year, is a time rich with meaning, lore, and traditions spanning various cultures. Deities associated with […]
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The Speed Wolf
From medieval wolf hunters to modern roadside encounters, the strange story of the creature said to haunt the roads around Buxton.
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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…
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Hexing the Bomb
The Witches of Greenham Common and Britain’s Most Magical Protest
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The M.T. Almanac – June 2026
Ghosts, UFOs, Cryptids, Crop Circles and Curious Things…
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Tsuchinoko
In Japan, the tsuchinoko is a snake potentially three cocktails deep, slithering through folklore while dodging actual proof of existence.
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Cinco De Mayo
Have fun and enjoy the spirit of Cinco de Mayo while honouring Mexican heritage and culture – ¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo!
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Bank Holiday Mondays – Modern Folklore in the Making.
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Thresholds
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Beltane
Let me tell you a tale about a time of fire, fertility, and a touch of the uncanny.. Beltane, that bright flicker on the wheel […]
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Walpurgisnacht
As April folds into May, the night of the 30th brings with it one of the most potent and curiously layered observances on the witch’s calendar…
