English folklore

  • The Story Trees

    The Story Trees

    The post explores the significance of remarkable trees in Britain, highlighting their historical and community roles. Notable examples include the Capon Tree, symbolizing community unity, and the Ankerwycke Yew, embodying endurance and legend. These trees serve as reminders of shared stories and cultural heritage, emphasizing the importance of storytelling across generations.

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  • The Three Lions

    The Three Lions

    The Medieval Beast That Still Roars

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  • The Headless Horseman of the Staffordshire Moorlands.

    “Count the heads before you climb aboard…”

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  • The Speed Wolf

    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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  • Derbyshire’s Enchanting Fairy Tales

    Derbyshire’s landscape is woven with tales of the Fair Folk. From the mischievous miners’ fairies to the enigmatic mermaid of Kinder Scout, these stories have been passed down through generations, adding a touch of magic to the region’s rich history.

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  • Robin Hood – Medieval Murderer Extraordinaire

    Just for fun – Robin Hood, folk hero who robbed the rich to help the poor… Or marauding murderer with a mob of mad mates? 😁

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