Ghosts and Folklore of Wales with Mark Rees
Each month, writer and historian Mark Rees guides you through the misty valleys and ancient ruins of a landscape steeped in story. Ghosts and Folklore of Wales with Mark Rees is a monthly journey into the nation's stranger history, where tales are treated with both a keen scholarly eye and a welcoming sense of wonder. Mark, described as a leading authority on the curious and paranormal threads in Wales' past, doesn't just recount spooky legends; he breathes life into them, exploring the origins and cultural echoes of each narrative. The podcast serves as an audio archive of the uncanny, moving seamlessly from the grandeur of "most haunted" castles to the intimate chill of a local poltergeist story, and from dark Gothic tales to the older, whimsical mysteries of fairy folklore. You'll find a unique blend here, where deep historical research meets the engaging delivery of a seasoned storyteller, all delivered with a touch of characterful wit. It’s for anyone fascinated by how places hold memory and myth, and how the past has a peculiar way of never quite staying silent. Tune in to hear a country's soul, as told through its most enduring and eerie whispers.
