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FolkLands

Tim Downie, Justin Chubb

A journey in the hidden corners of England and its folklore with writer/actors Tim Downie and Justin Chubb. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Serpent Tales

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2024/02/27

On todays show we explore the mysterious Knucker, blood thirsty water serpents unique to Sussex who are said to live in bottomless wells and attack villagers. Expect totem poles, jam and a truly horrific ending to Red Riding Hood.We talk to the brilliant Dr Paul Quinn, Director of Folklore and Fairy Tales at Chichester University and the wonderful Matthew Lewis reads from Bram Stokers 'The Lair of The White Worm.' Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:48:38

The Rectory in Red

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2024/01/30

In todays episode we explore two of the most infamous buildings in England! First up is the most haunted house in England, the extremely eerie Borley Rectory and then we zip over to Polstead to explore The Murder in the Red Barn, scene of one of the most horrific and brutal crimes in English criminal history, but what came after is even worse.We are joined by the wonderful Edward Parnell as we get lost down country lanes and stumble into hidden ponds.And the brilliant Craig Parkinson reads from the

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1:03:49

Witch Country part 2

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2024/01/01

In part two we are joined by musician Laura Cannell. We explore her unique ancient folk inspired music that she creates with the violin overbow and double recorders. We talk fairy rings, witch eggs and groaning stones. Enjoy and a very happy new year to you all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:08:55

Witch Country part 1

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2023/12/26

On todays episode we find ourselves out on the liminal shores of the hook of Essex, the very heart of Witch Country in search of Matthew Hopkins, The Witchfinder General.We are joined by author and poet AK Blakemore who takes us through the her haunts of Manningtree and Mistley in the footsteps of the witches. We also find 'Old Knobbly' in a rather spooky wood in the dead of night. We then head to Mistly pond where Hopkins began his horrendous persecutions and 'swam' the alleged witches, and spend a

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1:14:58

Pathways to Prophecy

FolkLands ·

2023/11/29

Today we explore omens, dark prophecies and portents of doom! We begin in the Buckinghamshire village of Naphill to discover the infamous death warnings that terrified the villagers in the 1940s. Then on to Dancer's End for a rather unexpected and uplifting experience. Finally we duck beneath the branches of Wendover Wood where sightings of an enormous black cat have been seen as recently as three days ago.We are joined by the brilliant Ruth Connell who reads from 'The Prophecies of Mother Shipton'

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Hellfire & Damnation part 2

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2023/11/01

In part two we cross the river styx and enter Dashwood's living hell! We then dash cross country and find ourselves in the mysterious bell cave of Royston. We discover Druids, Anchorites and long lost skulls. EnjoyFolkLandsis an audio adventure into the weird and forgotten folklore, myths, mysteries and haunted locations of the British Isles.Hosted byTim Downie(Toast of London, Outlander, Upstart Crow, Paddington) andJustin Chubb(co-star and creator of Sky Atlantic’sThis is Jinsy).Filled with

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Hellfire & Damnation part 1

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2023/10/31

This week in a two part special we are going underground to explore the mystery and allure of the dark. Caves, tunnels, dark corners and eerie goings on. Today we visit the legendary Hellfire Caves of West Wycombe and encounter bats, ballrooms and Baboons.FolkLandsis an audio adventure into the weird and forgotten folklore, myths, mysteries and haunted locations of the British Isles.Hosted byTim Downie(Toast of London, Outlander, Upstart Crow, Paddington) andJustin Chubb(co-star and creator of Sky

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1:15:48

Giants & Dragonslayers

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2023/10/01

Today we delve into giants and dragonslayers by travelling deep into Hertfordshire to the sleepy village of Brent Pelham with author Christopher Hadley. We also discover an ancient Bronze Age barrow behind an Asda in Stevenage and the brilliant Simon Pegg reads Lewis Carroll's Jabberwocky! Enjoy.FolkLandsis an audio adventure into the weird and forgotten folklore, myths, mysteries and haunted locations of the British Isles.Hosted byTim Downie(Toast of London, Outlander, Upstart Crow, Paddington)

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1:05:16

Hidden Things

FolkLands ·

2023/08/29

Tim and Justin head to Hereford this week to explore some recently discovered Witch Marks and protection symbols of an ancient church. We also wander the hills and unearth an ancient healing well deep in the Malvern's.FolkLandsis an audio adventure into the weird and forgotten folklore, myths, mysteries and haunted locations of the British Isles.Hosted byTim Downie(Toast of London, Outlander, Upstart Crow, Paddington) andJustin Chubb(co-star and creator of Sky Atlantic’sThis is Jinsy).Filled with

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Times past and present

FolkLands ·

2023/08/08

FolkLandsis an audio adventure into the weird and forgotten folklore, myths, mysteries and haunted locations of the British Isles.In this opening bonus episode we introduce our selves and what we will be exploring in the coming series. Bricked up rooms, witches, glimpses of the future, the enduring terror and pleasure of the Ladybird Horror Series and the spirit of dark and lonely water are all touched on with ghoulish glee. Hosted byTim Downie(Toast of London, Outlander, Upstart Crow, Paddington)

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