Ghost Tales by the Fireside - True Ghost Stories Podcast

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  Bottlebush Down – The Prehistoric Horseman of Dorset 17.08.2026 11min

  On the ancient downs of Dorset, near Sixpenny Handley, a series of prehistoric burial mounds have gathered some extraordinary stories.Old local folklore claimed that strange music could sometimes be heard coming from beneath the barrows. Another story tells of a clergyman who rested upon one of the mounds and saw a crowd of little people, dressed in leather jerkins, dancing around him.But Bottlebush Down is best known for something even stranger.During the winter of 1927 or 1928, Dr R. C. C. Clay was driving home through the Dorset countryside when he noticed a horseman galloping across the downs beside his car. The rider was bare-legged, dressed in a long loose garment and appeared to be riding without bridle or stirrups. He waved a strange object above his head as he kept pace with Clay's car.Then horse and rider vanished.When Clay returned the following day, he discovered an ancient round barrow at the place where the apparition had disappeared.Clay was not the only person said to have encountered the rider. Two women returning from a dance reportedly found themselves followed by a mysterious horseman, while an old shepherd apparently knew him simply as "the man on the horse that comes out of the opening in the pine wood."In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside: Dark Folklore, we travel to Bottlebush Down to explore its ancient barrows, fairy traditions, dancing little people and one of Britain's most remarkable stories of a possible prehistoric ghost.Could an image from thousands of years ago still be riding across the Dorset downs?
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  Haunted Evesham – Ghosts, Poltergeists & Strange Encounters 13.08.2026 23min

  Evesham may be famous for its abbey and the bloody Battle of Evesham, but some of the town's strangest stories are found behind closed doors.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the ghosts and hauntings of Evesham and the surrounding Vale. There is a mysterious little boy sitting beside a fireplace who nobody else remembers seeing, a shadowy monk that walks straight through a wall, unexplained footsteps heard in an apparently empty building, and a presence in a pub cellar that seems to follow a passage that no longer exists.We also visit the Spirit House and its much darker paranormal reputation, look at strange activity associated with Evesham's old Quaker prison, and venture beyond the town into the older folklore of the Vale, where phantom coaches, headless figures and other strange traditions have survived.Some of these stories are centuries old. Others were experienced by people in comparatively recent times.And perhaps that is what makes Evesham so interesting.The town has changed.Its ghosts apparently haven't.Ghost Tales by the Fireside explores Britain's haunted places through true ghost stories, history, folklore and local legend.
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  Reculver Towers – The Crying Child & Hooded Figures of Haunted Kent 10.08.2026 11min

  On the windswept Kent coast, the twin towers of Reculver stand above the remains of a place far older than the ruined church itself.Beneath them once stood Regulbium, a Roman fort, and with it survives a disturbing piece of folklore.An old story claims that when the Romans built the fort, a baby was buried beneath its foundations as a sacrifice to protect the walls.Then archaeologists began digging.Within the Roman site, the remains of infants were discovered.The archaeology does not prove that a sacrifice ever took place, but at Reculver the discovery became entwined with another story that had long haunted the ruins. On stormy nights, when the wind comes in from the sea, people have reported hearing the unmistakable sound of a baby crying.And the child is not the only presence associated with Reculver.Two mysterious hooded figures have reportedly been seen moving silently amongst the ruins, resembling monks from the religious community that once occupied the site. Those who have attempted to approach them say the figures simply disappear.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside: Dark Folklore, we travel to Reculver Towers to uncover a story where Roman Britain, archaeology, coastal folklore and centuries of ghost stories occupy the same lonely patch of ground.A short atmospheric tale of haunted Kent, British folklore, Roman ghosts and the strange history of Reculver Towers.Ghost Tales by the Fireside website:www.ghosttales.co.ukBuy Me a Coffee — support the podcast & download episodes:www.buymeacoffee.com/ghosttales
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  Glamis Castle – Ghosts, Hidden Rooms & the Monster of Glamis 06.08.2026 19min

  Glamis Castle is one of Scotland's most mysterious haunted castles — a place of hidden rooms, unexplained windows and ghost stories that have survived for centuries.According to legend, somewhere within Glamis, Earl Beardie is still playing cards with the Devil, condemned to continue a game that began on the Sabbath. Guests have told of frightening figures appearing beside their beds, while old stories speak of sealed chambers, concealed doorways and the terrible Room of Skulls.Then there is the Monster of Glamis — the legend of a hidden member of the Lyon family supposedly kept secret within inaccessible rooms of the castle.But Glamis's most famous apparition is quieter.Janet Douglas, Lady Glamis, was executed in Edinburgh in 1537 after being accused of witchcraft. According to tradition, she returned to Glamis as the Grey Lady, where her figure is said to appear kneeling in prayer inside the castle chapel.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the ghosts, legends, hidden rooms and dark folklore of Glamis Castle in Angus, Scotland.
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  Callow Hill – The Phantom House, Shadow Figure & Forgotten God of Worcestershire 03.08.2026 9min

  On a quiet hillside in Worcestershire, an old farmhouse is connected with a strange story from the 1970s.A visitor wakes to see a dark human figure calmly walking across the foot of the bed.They assume it's the owner of the house.But the owner had left for work more than an hour earlier.Nearby, another tale tells of something even stranger — a farmhouse that no longer exists, yet is said to occasionally reappear on the hillside at dusk. No lights. No people. Just an old house standing where there should be nothing at all.In this Ghost Tales by the Fireside – Dark Folklore episode, we explore the strange stories surrounding Callow Hill, from shadow figures and phantom buildings to the ancient meaning hidden within the landscape itself.We also look at the work of Worcestershire author Hugh Williams, who has explored the possibility that the name Callow could carry echoes of an ancient sacred landscape — perhaps even the memory of a forgotten deity.Most place-name scholars offer a simpler explanation: Callow means "the bare hill". But Hugh's alternative theory gives this already strange landscape another fascinating layer.Discover the books of Hugh Williams, including his work exploring Mercia, folklore and Britain's ancient landscape:https://www.lulu.com/spotlight/httpsrebrandlyppi9rsa/?fbclid=IwVERTSATQFt9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR5T0oDe3vc9gI8KZL6LbqepNSHthoFb52qow1bhCrPsymqEVSf8WCRb2ZPUtA_aem_BYjYYuHZgjn_f-ceNwjTGAGhost Tales by the FiresideTrue ghost stories, haunted history, British folklore and the strange tales hidden within the landscape.
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  Hampton Court Palace – Ghosts, History & Haunted Legends 30.07.2026 26min

  Step inside one of Britain's most famous royal palaces, where five centuries of history meet some of the country's most enduring ghost stories.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we journey through the remarkable story of Hampton Court Palace. From Cardinal Wolsey's magnificent vision to Henry VIII's Tudor court, from the birth of Prince Edward to the tragic final days of Jane Seymour and the desperate flight of Catherine Howard, the palace has witnessed moments that changed English history forever.As darkness falls, another Hampton Court begins to emerge. Discover the legend of Catherine Howard's screams echoing through the Haunted Gallery, the ghostly figure of Jane Seymour carrying a candle on the Silverstick Stairs, the mysterious Grey Lady of Sybil Penn, the unexplained footsteps and voices reported by palace staff, and the famous CCTV footage that reignited worldwide interest in Hampton Court's haunted reputation.Join me as we explore the history, folklore and ghost stories that have made Hampton Court Palace one of the most haunted royal residences in Britain.Original music featured in this episode:The Dark One https://open.spotify.com/track/4MZXu2IK4koUe1L7nMDO8QAmong the Graves https://open.spotify.com/track/6rPZ5P5QW4nY5Lk9GmL8nPWebsite: https://ghosttales.co.ukSupport the podcast and download MP3 episodes: https://buymeacoffee.com/ghosttales#HamptonCourt #HamptonCourtPalace #GhostTalesByTheFireside #GhostStories #HauntedHistory #HenryVIII #CatherineHoward #JaneSeymour #SybilPenn #HauntedGallery #TudorHistory #BritishHistory #EnglishHistory #RoyalHistory #HauntedPlaces #Paranormal #DarkHistory #Folklore #HistoryPodcast #GhostPodcast
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  Jenny Gallows' Pit - The Ghost That Waited for the Eighth Circuit - Dark Folklore 27.07.2026 7min

  High on the white cliffs of Flamborough Head lies a lonely hollow known as Jenny Gallows' Pit.At first glance, it appears to be nothing more than a shallow depression in the earth. But for generations, local people believed it was haunted by the restless spirit of a young woman named Jenny Gallows.Children whispered that anyone who ran around the pit nine times would hear the fairies.Yet an older, darker legend warned that the real danger came long before the ninth circuit.On the eighth...Jenny herself was said to climb from the pit.In this Dark Folklore episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore one of Yorkshire's most unsettling forgotten legends, the chilling rhyme attributed to Jenny Gallows, and the terrifying story of the farmer who dared to mock the old superstition—only to discover that some legends are best left untested.Was it simply an old fireside tale... or did something truly haunt the lonely cliffs above the North Sea?If you enjoy Ghost Tales by the Fireside, please follow the podcast and leave a rating or review—it really helps others discover the show.More ghost stories, folklore and bonus content: https://www.ghosttales.co.uk#GhostTalesByTheFireside #JennyGallows #DarkFolklore #Flamborough #YorkshireFolklore #BritishFolklore #GhostStories #HauntedBritain #Paranormal #Folklore #HistoryPodcast #GhostPodcast #MythsAndLegends
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  Studley Castle: The Grey Lady & Warwickshire's Haunted Castle 23.07.2026 40min

  Is Studley Castle one of Warwickshire's most haunted places?In Episode 100 of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we journey through almost 1,000 years of history to uncover the legends, folklore and ghost stories surrounding Studley Castle.Discover the forgotten Norman castle, the lost Benedictine priory, the tragic legend of the Grey Lady, mysterious footsteps, phantom figures, the scent of lavender and the unexplained experiences reported by visitors and staff over the years.Were these simple stories born from an ancient landscape... or does something still linger within the castle walls?Website https://www.ghosttales.co.ukSupport the podcast & download MP3shttps://buymeacoffee.com/ghosttalesMusic by Clem DallawayThe Dark One https://open.spotify.com/track/58IwqgxMwiwedfWHF8wtyl?si=iKvHXEv_QSSrfGxj1TEy1Q&utm_source=copy-linkAmong The Graves https://open.spotify.com/track/4hvMSzbWhO5U7cB1SONmAU?si=chYAVWJRRI-DNfDRmLJCdA&utm_source=copy-linkThey Came Back by Stephen Coates:https://amzn.eu/d/0egavirP#GhostTales #GhostTalesByTheFireside #StudleyCastle #GreyLady #Warwickshire #GhostStories #TrueGhostStories #HauntedCastle #HauntedEngland #Paranormal #BritishFolklore #DarkHistory #HauntedPlaces #HistoryPodcast #GhostPodcast
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  Mermaid's Pool - The Dark Folklore of Kinder Scout's Haunted Waters 20.07.2026 7min

  High on Kinder Scout, hidden amongst the peat and heather of the Peak District, lies a lonely pool wrapped in centuries of folklore.On Easter Eve, it is said a mysterious mermaid rises from the dark water, offering the impossible to those who find her. But every gift comes with a price, and some who reached out to accept her invitation were never seen again.In this Dark Folklore episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we journey into one of Derbyshire's most enduring legends, exploring the haunting tale of Mermaid's Pool, its eerie links to Blake Mere, and the ancient belief that lonely waters should always be treated with respect.Support Ghost Tales by the Fireside and receive MP3 downloads, exclusive episodes and early access: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ghosttalesListen to my music:The Dark Onehttps://open.spotify.com/album/4N5vlSRoE9QW05LtzUCsB5?si=1etlelPKRiKxuFD8CggHqw&utm_source=copy-linkAmong The Graveshttps://open.spotify.com/album/0UDpIrJ9PjiKjIFWuxdZ2w?si=fPlgh8LCQNKvZGTLw603kA&utm_source=copy-linkVisit the Ghost Tales by the Fireside website:https://ghosttales.co.ukIf you enjoy the podcast, please consider following, rating and sharing the show. Every review helps more people discover Britain's haunted history, forgotten folklore and ghost stories by the fireside.
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  Rosslyn Chapel: Scotland's Most Mysterious Haunted Chapel - Ghosts, Legends & Dark Folklore 16.07.2026 21min

  Few places in Britain are surrounded by as much mystery as Rosslyn Chapel.Standing above the wooded gorge of the River North Esk near Edinburgh, this remarkable medieval chapel has inspired centuries of legends. Stories of hidden vaults, the Apprentice Pillar, spectral monks, the White Lady of Rosslyn Castle, the Black Knight of Roslin Glen and the eerie tale of the Burning Chapel have all become woven into the history of this extraordinary place.Join me as we explore the history, folklore and ghost stories of one of Scotland's most fascinating and haunted locations.ghosttales.co.ukSupport the podcast: buymeacoffee.com/ghosttalesMusic by Clem DallawayThe Dark One https://open.spotify.com/track/1l8qDtm7xobSI1Xn9t0d4TAmong The Graves https://open.spotify.com/track/4iFJ7YvRjQmJwA6VYx3f7x
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  The Rufus Stone: The Mysterious Death of King William II - New Forest History & Folklore 13.07.2026 14min

  King William II, better known as William Rufus, rode into the New Forest on a summer hunting trip in the year 1100. By the end of the day he was dead, struck by an arrow under circumstances that remain one of England's greatest unsolved historical mysteries.Was it a tragic hunting accident? An assassination disguised as misfortune? Or was his death linked to the curse that many medieval people believed hung over the New Forest?In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the history behind the Rufus Stone near Minstead, the death of the Red King, the rumours that followed, and the ghostly folklore that still surrounds this quiet corner of Hampshire nearly a thousand years later.From Norman kings and royal hunting forests to phantom riders, spectral legends and one of England's most enduring mysteries, join me as we step back into the shadows of medieval England.Website:www.ghosttales.co.ukSupport the podcast and get MP3 downloads:www.buymeacoffee.com/ghosttalesMusic by Clem DallawayThe Dark Onehttps://open.spotify.com/track/2O9K4v4wze3JXkTzA7pLMVAmong The Graveshttps://open.spotify.com/track/5SuRjWCCaRYJwUI7fX8e7L#GhostTalesByTheFireside #RufusStone #WilliamRufus #NewForest #NewForestHistory #EnglishFolklore #DarkFolklore #GhostStories #HauntedEngland #MedievalHistory #NormanEngland #HistoricalMystery #ParanormalPodcast #FolklorePodcast #HampshireHistory #BritishFolklore #TrueGhostStories #HistoryPodcast #GhostPodcastThe New Forest is filled with ancient stories, but few are as mysterious as the death of King William Rufus. Discover the history, folklore and ghost stories surrounding the Rufus Stone and one of England's greatest unsolved medieval mysteries.
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  The Ghosts of Pendle Hill - Witches, Lancaster Castle & England's Most Haunted Landscape 09.07.2026 19min

  For more than four hundred years, the shadow of Pendle Hill has loomed over one of the most infamous episodes in British history.In 1612, a series of accusations led to the trial and execution of ten people accused of witchcraft. Their names became forever linked with Pendle, Lancaster Castle and the surrounding Lancashire countryside. Yet while the history is well documented, the stories did not end at the gallows.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the haunted legacy of the Pendle Witches, from the eerie churchyard of Newchurch and the mystery of the lost Malkin Tower, to reports of a ghostly woman wandering the slopes of Pendle Hill. We also journey inside Lancaster Castle, where visitors continue to report apparitions, strange voices, unexplained cold spots and encounters with figures said to walk the ancient prison cells.Are these simply legends that have grown around a tragic chapter of history, or has Pendle become one of Britain's truly haunted landscapes?Sit back, relax, and join me by the fireside as we explore the ghosts, folklore and history of Pendle Hill.Website: https://www.ghosttales.co.uk☕ Support the Podcast & Get MP3s: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ghosttalesMusic featured in this episode:The Dark One https://open.spotify.com/track/58IwqgxMwiwedfWHF8wtylAmong the Graves https://open.spotify.com/track/7FKo2HjnpUDSVWoYi19sNg
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  The Fairy Steps of Beetham Fell - Cumbria's Haunted Corpse Road, Fairy Legend & The Cappel Hellhound 06.07.2026 9min

  Hidden among the limestone cliffs of Beetham Fell lies one of Cumbria's most unusual folklore sites.The Fairy Steps are best known for an old legend claiming that anyone who can climb the narrow staircase without touching the rock walls will be granted a wish by the fairies. But beneath the famous tale lies a much darker history.For centuries, the Fairy Steps formed part of an ancient corpse road used to carry the dead from Arnside to St Michael and All Angels Church in Beetham. Funeral processions crossed the fell, navigating the narrow limestone passage with the aid of ropes and iron rings set into the rock.The area is also linked to the legend of the Cappel, a terrifying black dog said to haunt the lanes around Beetham. With blazing eyes and a reputation as an omen of death, the creature became one of Cumbria's most chilling pieces of folklore.Join me as we explore the history, folklore and ghostly traditions surrounding one of the Lake District's most fascinating hidden landmarks.Website: https://www.ghosttales.co.ukSupport the podcast and access exclusive MP3s: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ghosttalesMusic featured: The Dark One https://open.spotify.com/track/4hvMSzbWhO5U7cB1SONmAUAmong The Graves https://open.spotify.com/track/1MpkLPbmKqjHtQcUotH70A
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  Borley Rectory: England's Most Haunted House - The Truth Behind the Legend 02.07.2026 1h 17min

  Borley Rectory has been called England's most haunted house for nearly a century.Stories of a ghostly nun, phantom footsteps, mysterious messages appearing on walls, ringing bells, poltergeist activity and unexplained apparitions transformed a quiet Essex rectory into the most famous paranormal case in British history.But how much of the story was real?In this extended episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the complete history of Borley Rectory, from its construction in the 1860s and the experiences reported by the Bull family, through the investigations of renowned paranormal researcher Harry Price, to the later controversies that challenged many of the claims.Drawing on contemporary accounts, witness statements, newspaper reports, psychical research records and modern historical investigations, this episode examines both the haunting and the investigation itself.Was Borley Rectory genuinely haunted?Or did England's greatest ghost story grow through folklore, media attention and decades of retelling?This episode was a challenge to record. I've been suffering badly with hayfever while putting it together, so please forgive any rough edges that might have slipped through. While recording, something unusual also happened. After stopping for a short break, I returned and continued recording several sections before discovering that my microphone had somehow been switched off and disconnected. I was the only person in the room.Even stranger, while recording one section of the episode, a faint giggling sound was captured on the microphone. I've left the recording in the episode exactly as it was captured so you can decide for yourself what you're hearing.Join me beside the fireside as we uncover one of the most debated mysteries in paranormal history.Original music by Clem Dallaway featured in this episode:Ghost Taleshttps://open.spotify.com/track/1MpkLPbmKqjHtQcUotH70A?si=m6zHAbKPRVinqLkqZr194AAmong The Graveshttps://open.spotify.com/album/0MsJ7Mjhx1sRXpax74rWpy?si=_7nsX8SxRJ6DqZvz0VyyQAThe Dark Onehttps://open.spotify.com/album/0MsJ7Mjhx1sRXpax74rWpy?si=_7nsX8SxRJ6DqZvz0VyyQAAdditional atmospheric music from the album:https://open.spotify.com/album/0MsJ7Mjhx1sRXpax74rWpy?si=_7nsX8SxRJ6DqZvz0VyyQASupport the podcast and get access to MP3s:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ghosttalesWebsite:https://www.ghosttales.co.uk#BorleyRectory #GhostStories #TrueGhostStories #EnglandsMostHauntedHouse #HarryPrice #Paranormal #HauntedBritain #GhostTalesByTheFireside #HauntedPlaces #Essex #Folklore #BritishHistory #Supernatural #GhostPodcast #HauntedEngland #PsychicalResearch #HistoryPodcast #ParanormalHistory #MysteryPodcast #EVP #ClemDallaway #DarkFolklore #HauntedHistory
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  The Goodwin Sands & The Ghost Ship Lady Lovibond - Kent's Greatest Maritime Mystery 29.06.2026 17min

  Just off the coast of Deal in Kent lies one of the most dangerous stretches of water in Britain. The Goodwin Sands have claimed thousands of ships over the centuries, creating a vast maritime graveyard beneath the English Channel.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the history of the Goodwin Sands, from devastating shipwrecks and the Great Storm of 1703 to the enduring legend of the Lady Lovibond, Britain's most famous ghost ship. According to folklore, the doomed vessel returns every fifty years to repeat its final voyage across the sands, though historians have never found evidence proving the ship ever existed.Was the Lady Lovibond a real ship lost to the sea, or a legend that grew from centuries of tragedy on the Goodwin Sands? Join me as we separate history from folklore and uncover one of Britain's greatest maritime mysteries.Websitehttps://www.ghosttales.co.ukSupport the Podcast, Download MP3shttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/ghosttalesMusic Featured in this EpisodeThe Dark Onehttps://open.spotify.com/track/7FKo2HjnpUDSVWoYi19sNgAmong The Graveshttps://open.spotify.com/track/58IwqgxMwiwedfWHF8wtylAbout Ghost Tales by the FiresideGhost Tales by the Fireside explores the haunted history, folklore, mysteries and legends of Britain. Each episode combines historical research with traditional ghost stories, local legends and unexplained events from across England, Scotland and Wales.
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  Bagdale Hall & the Ghosts of Whitby - Haunted Whitby Abbey, Dracula & True Ghost Stories 25.06.2026 35min

  Whitby is one of Britain's most atmospheric towns, where history, archaeology, folklore and reported paranormal experiences meet on the Yorkshire coast.Discover the haunted history of Bagdale Hall, one of Whitby's oldest Tudor buildings. Explore the legend of Browne Bushell, mysterious footsteps, children's voices, Whitby Abbey, St Mary's Churchyard, the 199 Steps, the story of Saint Hilda, the abbey bells legend, Bram Stoker's Dracula, Whitby's maritime ghost stories and the world-famous Whitby Goth Weekend.More episodes, books and ghost stories:https://www.ghosttales.co.ukOriginal music featured in this episode: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4q4UZstxVT6XbsOkBkfP6f?si=yMS8LG1WQm2JM5eyHl227wSupport Ghost Tales by the Fireside: https://buymeacoffee.com/ghosttales
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  Knocking Knoll - The Ancient Burial Mound with Three Knocks | Bedfordshire Ghost Stories & Folklore 22.06.2026 12min

  High above the Bedfordshire countryside stands an ancient burial mound known as Knocking Knoll. For centuries, local people claimed to hear three loud knocks coming from beneath the earth, giving rise to one of southern England's most enduring folklore legends.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the prehistoric origins of Knocking Knoll, its nineteenth-century excavation, the reports collected by Victorian folklorists, and the legends of the old man trapped beneath the hill and the buried warrior guarding hidden treasure. Separating archaeology from folklore, we uncover the history behind one of Britain's most intriguing ancient monuments.Listen to my music inspired by ghosts and folklore: The Dark One – https://open.spotify.com/artist/5TUz7J0M8j0b4JwM6bN8mF Among The Graves – https://open.spotify.com/artist/5TUz7J0M8j0b4JwM6bN8mFSupport the podcast and download MP3s:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ghosttalesWebsite: https://www.ghosttales.co.uk
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  Highgate Cemetery: Ghosts, Graves and the Vampire 18.06.2026 18min

  Highgate Cemetery is one of the most famous cemeteries in Britain. Hidden among the trees and Victorian monuments of North London are stories of ghostly apparitions, mysterious figures, unexplained sightings and the infamous Highgate Vampire.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the remarkable history of Highgate Cemetery, from its origins as one of London's Magnificent Seven cemeteries to its decline during the twentieth century. Along the way, we examine reports of the woman in white, the ghostly cyclist, the top-hatted figure, and the extraordinary vampire panic that captured national headlines during the 1970s.Was Highgate truly haunted, or did a neglected Victorian cemetery become the perfect setting for modern folklore?Join us as we separate documented history from legend and explore one of Britain's most enduring paranormal mysteries.Original atmospheric music throughout this episode is composed and performed by Clem Dallaway.Listen to the music from Ghost Tales by the Fireside:The Dark One:https://open.spotify.com/track/0uM9t6zF4Lh5lQ7zL6l4MqAmong The Graves:https://open.spotify.com/track/2eG9YHn6F9uX1eV3m8hQ5XSupport the podcast:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ghosttalesWebsite:https://www.ghosttales.co.ukFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/ghosttalespodcastInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/ghosttalespodcast#HighgateCemetery #HighgateVampire #GhostStories #HauntedLondon #Paranormal #DarkHistory #BritishFolklore #LondonHistory #GhostTalesByTheFireside #TrueGhostStories #HauntedBritain #CemeteryGhosts #VictorianLondon
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  Devil's Bridge, Wales - The Legend of the Devil's Bargain and the Black Dog of Pontarfynach 15.06.2026 10min

  Deep in the hills near Aberystwyth lies one of the most remarkable landmarks in Wales.At Devil's Bridge, three bridges stand one above another above a dramatic gorge carved by the River Mynach. For centuries, travellers have crossed this narrow chasm, while below them waterfalls crash through the rocks and mist drifts through the woodland.But history tells only part of the story.According to local folklore, the oldest bridge was built by the Devil himself after striking a bargain with an old woman whose cow had become stranded across the gorge. The tale of the Devil, the dog and the bridge has become one of Wales' most enduring legends.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the history of Devil's Bridge, its medieval origins, the dramatic landscape that inspired its folklore, and the stories of the mysterious black dog said to haunt the surrounding woodland.Are these simply legends born from a dangerous landscape, or something more?Website: www.ghosttales.co.ukSupport the podcast and get access to MP3s: www.buymeacoffee.com/ghosttalesListen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music.#DevilsBridge #Wales #WelshFolklore #DarkFolklore #GhostStories #BritishFolklore #ParanormalPodcast #HistoryPodcast
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  Tamworth Castle - Ghost Stories & Dark Folklore 11.06.2026 16min

  Tamworth Castle rises above the town as one of Staffordshire's most recognisable landmarks, but its story begins long before the Norman Conquest.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the ancient mound beneath the castle, the Saxon kingdom of Mercia, and the role of Æthelflæd, daughter of Alfred the Great, in defending one of England's most important early settlements. Archaeological discoveries have revealed enormous defensive ditches surrounding the site, providing evidence of Tamworth's significance more than a thousand years ago.Alongside the history, we examine the castle's enduring ghost stories, including the legend of the Black Lady, the mysterious Ghost Room, reports of phantom footsteps, unexplained sounds in empty chambers, and the folklore that has become woven into the fabric of the building.Rather than separating history from haunting, Tamworth Castle offers a rare opportunity to explore how the two have become intertwined across centuries of memory, legend, and lived experience.A journey into one of England's oldest centres of power, where archaeology, folklore, and ghost stories meet.Visit: www.ghosttales.co.ukSupport the podcast:www.buymeacoffee.com/ghosttalesMusic Featured in Ghost Tales by the FiresideThe Dark One – Clem Dallawayhttps://open.spotify.com/track/58IwqgxMwiwedfWHF8wtyl?si=Bwv7d1RcQJKLDegEp2gl-gAmong The Graves – Clem Dallawayhttps://open.spotify.com/track/4hvMSzbWhO5U7cB1SONmAU?si=8gbSnYFTQXyD_cUnGYmUew#GhostStories #TamworthCastle #HauntedHistory #ParanormalPodcast #EnglishHistory