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Who are the Rothley fairies and what happens if you cross them?
Northumberland features many tales of the fey folk - and the Rothley fairies appear in not one but two stories! But what exactly happens if you cross…
6 years, 11 months ago
What happened when a midwife met the fairies in Northumberland?
Fairies are actually tricksters, not the sweet cherubs of Disney. So what happened when a midwife in Northumberland was hired to deliver a fairy baby…
6 years, 11 months ago
Beetles Folklore: Scarabs, Stags, and the Deathwatch
With thousands of species of beetle on Earth, what folklore surrounds them? Learn about scarabs, stag beetles, and the Deathwatch beetle in this week…
6 years, 11 months ago
Ladybird Folklore: Good Fortune and Nursery Rhymes
Symbol of good luck and modern-day pest control, the ladybird appears throughout the folklore of many cultures. In this episode, we're going to explo…
7 years ago
The Dragonfly in Folklore: Good Luck Symbol & Weigher of Souls
The dragonfly is at once a symbol of prosperity and good luck in Asia, and also an evil omen in Europe. In this episode, learn more of the regional d…
7 years ago
Why Are Bees Considered Such Good Luck In Folklore?
Bees hold an important place in folklore, representing a range of positive associations. But why are they considered symbols of good luck? Find out i…
7 years ago
Butterflies in Folklore: Love, Death and the Soul
Butterflies aren't just a harbinger of summer. They also bring romance - and death. In this episode, learn more about their symbolism and superstitio…
7 years ago
Brân the Blessed: The Talking Head to Protect Britain
Brân the Blessed was believed to have gifted his head to protect Britain from invasion. Some believe it still lies beneath the Tower of London. We're…
7 years, 1 month ago
Drake's Drum: A Hero Slumbers Awaiting His Call
Tudor hero Sir Francis Drake left his drum behind, to be beat in times of national peril. Has anyone beaten Drake's Drum since his death in 1596? Let…
7 years, 1 month ago
Can King Arthur be found sleeping under Sewingshields Castle?
King Arthur continues to hold a fascination for folklorists and the public alike. After all, the deeds of Arthur and his knights are now legendary. T…
7 years, 1 month ago