Responsible for killing up to 400 sheep, debate has raged since over the true species of an animal sometimes called the ‘vampire dog’
Category: British Isles
Gelert the Faithful Hound
While the tragic tale of Gelert comes from Welsh mythology, versions of the same story appear worldwide
Amy Johnson
One of the world’s leading aviators, Amy Johnson disappeared in strange circumstances after flying off-course in 1941
Redcaps
Unique to the Scottish Borders region, redcaps are said to be violent, murderous goblins that lurk in the ruins of deserted castles
The Arthur’s Seat Coffins
In 1836 17 mysterious wooden figurines in miniature coffins were found on Arthur’s Seat, Edinburgh. Debate has raged since over who put them there and for what purpose
The Disappearance of the Eilean Mòr Lighthouse Keepers
Hebrideans have long claimed the remote Flannan Isles to be haunted, but what caused the strange disappearance of three lighthouse keepers there in 1900?
Gnomes
The idea of gnomes began with a type of earth elemental that appeared in 16th century alchemical theory, but modern sightings and even video footage have also emerged
An Exorcism in Colne
The ghost of a young woman murdered by her lover was eventually exorcised by a Catholic priest
Gremlins – A Modern Take on the Fey Trickster
While similar to other folklore creatures such as goblins and boggarts, gremlins are a much younger creation, originating in the early 20th Century
Boggarts: Lancashire’s Malign Trickster Spirits
A look at the malevolent spirits of place once said to be found across Lancashire
