EPISODE · Nov 27, 2024 · 5 MIN
Smugglers and Sorcery: The Dark History of Cornwall's Coastal Villages
from The Ghost of the Wreckers: Spirits of the Cornish Coast · host Sandra Buller
In this atmospheric episode of The Ghost of the Wreckers, we delve into the shadowy world of Cornwall's coastal villages, exploring their notorious history of smuggling and sorcery. From tales of daring escapades, where local fishermen turned illicit traders under the cover of darkness, to the mysticism that permeates the very fabric of these communities, we uncover the secrets locked away in the cliffs and coves of this enchanting region. Listeners will be transported to a time when the line between the supernatural and the everyday was tantalizingly thin, as we recount the legends of witches who beckoned the sea's bounty and ghosts that still roam the shores. Join us on this journey through Cornwall’s past, where every wave that crashes against the rocks whispers stories of intrigue, danger, and the timeless struggle between light and dark.
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Smugglers and Sorcery: The Dark History of Cornwall's Coastal Villages
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