English folklore

English folklore, Folklore, ghosts, haunted places

The Ghosts of Muncaster Castle

Muncaster Castle, near the small harbour town of Ravenglass in Cumbria, England, brings to life stories from generations past, intertwining […]

English folklore, Folklore, legends

The Legend of the Outlaw Robin Hood

The story of Robin Hood, one of the most famed outlaws in English mythos, is rooted deep in the heart

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Haunted Pubs, Inns and Hotels in the UK
It’s an unspoken allure of Britain’s hospitality scene: you check in to experience history and perhaps some local
Tylwyth Teg – The fair folk of Welsh mythology, often depicted as beautiful but unpredictable
Tylwyth Teg, which translates to “Fair Family” or “Fair Folk” in Welsh, are central to Wales’s rich tradition
Merrow – A mermaid-like being in Irish folklore, also found in some Scottish tales
Merrow are mermaid-like beings from Irish folklore, though traces of their legend also appear in some Scottish coastal
Finfolk – Mythical sea people from Orkney folklore, known to abduct humans
Finfolk are a race of mythical sea-dwelling beings from the Orkney Islands in Scotland, occupying a unique niche
Brownie – A helpful household spirit from Scottish and Northern English folklore
Brownies are among the most endearing household spirits in British folklore, particularly in Scotland and Northern England. These