Beste Folklore Legends podcasts (2024)

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Welcome to The Faerie Folk: Trailer 1:16

10d ago1:16

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Welcome to The Faerie Folk podcast - the audio tour that takes you across the United Kingdom, stopping off at all the magical and mystical places along the way. Join me, your resident myths and legends lover and enjoy brand new retellings of classic folktales, accompanied by immersive soundscapes that take you right into the heart of these traditio…

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Kent: The Ghost Ship Lady Lovibond 29:25

2M ago29:25

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We’re sailing into spooky season this month with a ghoulish ghost story! Meet The Lady Lovibond, the ghost ship said to haunt the Goodwin Sands off the coast of Deal in Kent, appearing every 50 years - doomed to re-create her tragic fate. In today’s episode we take a virtual trip to the seaside and dive head-first into the world of this legendary g…

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London: Spring-heeled Jack and Friends 46:57

4M ago46:57

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All aboard! The podcast is back with a brand new episode, taking you on a magical, mystery tour across England’s capital city, London. Learn all about the infamous Spring-heeled Jack, the city’s many haunted pubs and weird but fascinating urban legends. This episode is as immersive as you can get, in the style of a London bus tour! You won’t be alo…

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Scotland: The Mermaid of Knockdolian 30:09

12M ago30:09

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Today I’m taking you all on a brand new journey up to South Ayrshire in Scotland, to discover a lesser-known, but fascinating folktale, starring a vengeful mermaid and a devastating curse that would last a lifetime. cw: babyloss There’s more folklore, myths and legends waiting for you over on social media, so why not join us on: Threads: thefaerie_…

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Berkshire: The Legend of Herne the Hunter 47:15

1+ y ago47:15

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Have you heard of Herne the Hunter? The spirit of Windsor Great Park is one of English folklore’s most famous figures and in today’s extra long episode, we travel to the county of Berkshire to learn all about Herne’s mystical origins and consider why his legend has stood the test of time. cw: suicide, animal hunting There’s more folklore, myths and…

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North Yorkshire: The Lover's/Beggar's Bridge 22:09

2y ago22:09

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Today's adventure takes us over to Glaisdale in North Yorkshire, to hear the tale of the famous Beggar's Bridge - also known to some as the Lover's Bridge. This folktale is a really interesting mixture of both history and folklore and so for this episode we are joined by the podcast's very first special guest - historian Catherine Warr, for a close…

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Cheshire: The Wizard of Alderley Edge 16:59

2+ y ago16:59

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Oh hello, it's been a while hasn't it? Welcome back to The Faerie Folk and thank you for your patience whilst I took a much needed break from the podcast. In today's episode we kick off season three with a virtual trip to Cheshire for an epic retelling of the famous folktale, 'The Wizard of Alderley Edge.' There’s more folktales, myths and legends …

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An Update. 0:47

3y ago0:47

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Hello, I thought I would send out a little update to let you know that unfortunately I’m having to cancel the planned Halloween special of The Faerie Folk podcast. My family and I are going through a very difficult and heartbreaking time at the moment and I need to spend all my time loving and supporting them as we try our best to make it through t…

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The Dangerous Dragon and Frightening Faeries of Tyne and Wear & County Durham (Part Two!) 17:53

3y ago17:53

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Welcome to part two of our two-part adventure to the North East of England! In today’s episode we will be once again be coming face-to-face with the English Faerie Folk who, as always, have a nefarious plot to carry out! Don't forget to subscribe/follow the podcast on your prefered listening platform so you'll be notified when October's Halloween s…

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The Dangerous Dragon and Frightening Faeries of Tyne and Wear & County Durham (Part One!) 23:05

3+ y ago23:05

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Welcome to part one of our two-part adventure to the North East of England! In this episode we're off to the county of Tyne and Wear to learn how the famous legend of the 'Lambton Worm' came to be. Don't forget to subscribe/follow the podcast on your prefered listening platform so you'll be notified when part two arrives later in the month. There’s…

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Derbyshire's Stolen Skull and Masterful Magician 30:48

3+ y ago30:48

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In this month’s episode we will be exploring the spooky tale of a cursed skull that wreaked havoc upon a group of railway workers over in Coombs Moss. Then, the fantastical story of two magicians-in-training, who defied their master and dared to take a look inside his very precious - and very powerful - spellbook. There’s more folktales, myths and …

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Wales’ Faithful Faerie Bride and Dangerous Dancing 32:23

3+ y ago32:23

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Our virtual tour returns to Wales for a look at two different folktales featuring the Tylwyth Teg, or Welsh Faerie Folk. The first Welsh tale of the day is the story of the young man from Llyn y Dywarchen, who fell in love with a beautiful faerie woman - and the second is the story of a magical faerie harp, infused with the power to enchant all tho…

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Wiltshire’s Cursed Church Bell and Mysterious Moonrakers 24:44

3+ y ago24:44

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Welcome back virtual travellers! In this month's episode our magical tour takes us over to the county of Wiltshire, to discover the strange origins of a spell said to have been cast upon a vicarage in Wilcot. Then we’re off to the market town, Devizes, to uncover the famous legend of the Wiltshire Moonrakers. There’s more folktales, myths and legen…

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Lancashire's Wicked Wishes and Enchanted Fisherman 35:02

3+ y ago35:02

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In this month’s virtual adventure we're off to Lancashire to meet the man who made a deal with the devil and was granted three wishes, in exchange for his soul. Then over by the sea in Morecambe, we meet the fisherman who found his way to the magical 'Land of the Nodding Flowers' and befriended a group of Lancashire faeries known as the 'Greenies'.…

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Warwickshire's Brave Knight and Shakespearean Mystery 36:09

3+ y ago36:09

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It’s time for another virtual adventure! In this month’s episode we're off to the English county of Warwickshire, to meet the chivalrous medieval hero, Guy of Warwick. Then over in the beautiful town of Stratford-Upon-Avon, we set out to discover the truth behind the gothic legend connected to the town’s most famous resident - William Shakespeare. …

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Cambridgeshire's Gallant Giant Slayer and Unique University Legends 31:08

4y ago31:08

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This month's podcast episode takes us to Cambridgeshire, to meet the famous folk-hero Tom Hickathrift, who lived in the marshland of Ely and took on a giant! Then we take a relaxing boat trip down the River Cam to learn more about Cambridge University, its long history, fascinating urban legends and chilling ghost stories. There’s more folktales, m…

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Norfolk’s Hidden Treasure and Mournful Mermaid 24:12

4y ago24:12

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In this Norfolk-based episode, we will be joining the famous 'Pedlar of Swaffham' who travelled from Norfolk to London on the whim of a dream, to seek his fortune over in the city. Then we’ll be heading to the coast to meet a mournful mermaid in search of a soul, whose figure is now immortalised in a church in Upper Sheringham. There’s more folktal…

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Northern Ireland’s Giant's Causeway and Magical Music 19:26

4y ago19:26

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Hello and welcome to season two of The Faerie Folk, the podcast that takes you on a magical tour to discover the myth and the magic of the United Kingdom - without leaving the comfort of your own home! Today's episode takes us over to Northern Ireland to explore The Giant's Causeway and the legend of the giant Fionn Mac Cumhaill who is said to have…

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Northumberland's Woeful Worm and Faerie Friend 20:48

4y ago20:48

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In the season one finale of The Faerie Folk, we travel up to Northumberland to discover the famous folktale known as 'The Laidly Worm Of Spindleston Heugh'. Then we finish our virtual journey in Rothley - the setting of a lesser-known story called 'My Ainsel', featuring a curious little boy and his new faerie friend. There’s more folktales, myths a…

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Suffolk’s Changeling Child and Tricky Tom Tit Tot 19:45

4y ago19:45

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Today’s episode takes us to the county of Suffolk in the East of England, where we discover the strange story of a young girl who claimed to have been stolen away by the faeries. Then we take a trip to a castle, to learn all about the trickster imp known as Tom Tit Tot. There’s more myths and magic waiting for you over on social media too: Twitter:…

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Shropshire's Paranormal Plane and Wandering Will O' the Wisp (Halloween Special) 18:30

4y ago18:30

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Join us as we welcome in the autumn season with a rather spooky episode of The Faerie Folk! Learn all about the history of Halloween and how the festival we know and love came to be. Then travel to Shropshire to find out about the pilot who supposedly haunts the Arvo Lincoln plane in Cosford's RAF Museum - and finally discover the story behind the …

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Lincolnshire's Boastful Boggart and Iconic Imp 23:13

4+ y ago23:13

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It's time for another Faerie Folk adventure! Today's episode is all about the county of Lincolnshire, where we meet Mumby's boastful boggart and learn all about the deal he made with a local farmer. Then we travel into the city of Lincoln, to discover the origins of one of its most famous folktales - the story of the Lincoln imp. There’s more myths…

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The Legendary Loch Ness Monster 37:18

4+ y ago37:18

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I'm sure you've already heard of the mysterious monster that is supposed to live within the murky depths of Loch Ness - but how much to do you know about her history? Come with us on an extra-long virtual adventure to the loch, where we follow Nessie's journey from the very beginning and learn about how one of Scotland's most famous and well-loved …

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The Helpful Hob and Mysterious Merman of the North York Moors 16:31

4+ y ago16:31

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Are you ready for another Faerie Folk adventure? Today's journey takes us to The North York Moors where we learn all about the household spirit known as a Hob, that might secretly help out with some of your day-to-day chores - but only if you stay on its good side. We also take a trip down to the beach, to discover the legend of the Skinningrove me…

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Somerset's Famous Faerie King And Ancient Standing Stones 18:42

4+ y ago18:42

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Today we're traveling to Somerset to discover more magical creatures and traditional folktales. Our virtual adventure first takes us up to the top of Glastonbury Tor to meet the Faerie King Gwynn Ap Nudd and learn all about his encounter with the abbot, St. Collen. And then we journey over to the village of Stanton Drew, famous for its many ancient…

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The Faerie Folk - Folklore, Myths and Legends from the U.K

The Faerie Folk

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Welcome to The Faerie Folk: Trailer 1:16

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Kent: The Ghost Ship Lady Lovibond 29:25

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London: Spring-heeled Jack and Friends 46:57

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Scotland: The Mermaid of Knockdolian 30:09

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Berkshire: The Legend of Herne the Hunter 47:15

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North Yorkshire: The Lover's/Beggar's Bridge 22:09

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Cheshire: The Wizard of Alderley Edge 16:59

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An Update. 0:47

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The Dangerous Dragon and Frightening Faeries of Tyne and Wear & County Durham (Part Two!) 17:53

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The Dangerous Dragon and Frightening Faeries of Tyne and Wear & County Durham (Part One!) 23:05

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Derbyshire's Stolen Skull and Masterful Magician 30:48

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Wales’ Faithful Faerie Bride and Dangerous Dancing 32:23

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Wiltshire’s Cursed Church Bell and Mysterious Moonrakers 24:44

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Lancashire's Wicked Wishes and Enchanted Fisherman 35:02

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Warwickshire's Brave Knight and Shakespearean Mystery 36:09

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Cambridgeshire's Gallant Giant Slayer and Unique University Legends 31:08

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Norfolk’s Hidden Treasure and Mournful Mermaid 24:12

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Northern Ireland’s Giant's Causeway and Magical Music 19:26

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Northumberland's Woeful Worm and Faerie Friend 20:48

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Suffolk’s Changeling Child and Tricky Tom Tit Tot 19:45

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Shropshire's Paranormal Plane and Wandering Will O' the Wisp (Halloween Special) 18:30

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Lincolnshire's Boastful Boggart and Iconic Imp 23:13

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The Legendary Loch Ness Monster 37:18

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The Helpful Hob and Mysterious Merman of the North York Moors 16:31

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Somerset's Famous Faerie King And Ancient Standing Stones 18:42

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