Haunted UK On the Road - Black Shuck Festival 2025

Some legends never really leave the places that made them famous.In Bungay, East Suffolk, the story of Black Shuck still moves through the town’s history, its church, its folklore, and now its modern festival — a living celebration of one of Britain’s most enduring supernatural figures.Recorded on location at Bungay Museum during the Black Shuck Festival, this special episode follows Steve as he explores the legend of East Anglia’s spectral black dog and the cultural legacy it still carries today. Joined by Chris Reeve and James Mayhew, the conversation looks at the history of Black Shuck, its connection to Bungay, and how an old tale of fear, folklore and mystery has become the heart of a contemporary community event.From the enduring image of the black dog to the work involved in bringing the festival to life, this is a thoughtful and atmospheric journey into local legend, storytelling, and the way folklore continues to shape the places we think we know.Part location recording, part folklore special, and part celebration of community history, this episode captures Black Shuck not simply as a ghostly creature of the past — but as a legend still very much alive in East Anglia.Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave us a rating, and drop a review. It really helps the show reach more listeners. Here's where to find more:Support the show: Patreon (patreon.com/hauntedukpodcast) | Ko-fi (ko-fi.com/hauntedukpodcast)Follow us: Instagram @hauntedukpodcast | TikTok @hauntedukpodcast | X @hauntedukpodWebsite: https://hauntedukpodcast.com/Produced by Pink Flamingo Sound Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.