Lantern and Shroud

Pendle Hill looms over Lancashire like a shadow, a place forever tied to witchcraft, curses, and one of the most infamous witch trials in British history.In this chilling episode of The Lantern and Shroud, host Natalie travels deep into the dark folklore of Pendle Hill, uncovering the truth behind the Pendle Witch Trials of 1612, the families accused of devil worship, and the spectral legends that still linger across the moors today.Discover the stories of Alizon Device, Old Demdike, and Old Chattox, women whose names became symbols of fear, superstition, and injustice. The Lantern and Shroud Podcast, where folklore meets the unknown.

Welcome back to Lantern and Shroud, the podcast that explores the strange corners of folklore, hauntings, and forgotten history. In this episode, we journey into the misty heart of Pluckley Village in Kent, often called Britain’s Most Haunted Village.From the Screaming Man of the Brickworks to the Highwayman at Fright Corner, the Lady of Rose Court, and the Ghostly Coach that thunders through the night, Pluckley’s legends have chilled locals and visitors for generations. But what’s truth, and what’s myth?Host Natalie uncovers the origins of Pluckley’s spectral reputation, exploring eyewitness accounts, historical records, and the darker folklore that earned this small English village a place in the Guinness Book of Records for its ghosts.🔮 In this episode:The chilling ghost stories that made Pluckley infamousThe tragic histories behind the hauntingsWhy so many spirits are said to linger hereWhether you’re a believer or a sceptic, The Haunting of Pluckley Village will leave you questioning what walks among us after dark.👻 Follow Lantern and Shroud for more episodes on haunted places, dark folklore, and supernatural mysteries.🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

In this special episode of The Lantern and Shroud Podcast, host Natalie takes you on an otherworldly journey through some of the most mysterious UFO sightings ever reported across the UK and Ireland. From the infamous Rendlesham Forest Incident and eerie lights over Bonnybridge, Scotland, to forgotten close encounters in the Irish countryside, we explore the strange, the unexplained, and the downright alien.Are we truly alone? Or has something been watching from above for centuries?Expect historical UFO encounters, and eerie atmospheric storytelling… all in the immersive style that makes Lantern and Shroud unlike any other paranormal podcast.✨ Topics covered:The Rendlesham Forest UFO (Britain’s Roswell)The Bonnybridge UFO wave of the 1990sMysterious air encounters by RAF pilotsIrish UFO reports and ancient sky legendsModern-day sightings and official MoD investigations🎧 Tune in for a night of mystery, folklore, and extraterrestrial speculation—where history meets the unexplained.available on YouTube with timelapse illustrations.

Step into one of the most famous modern paranormal mysteries… the Bold Street Time Slip in Liverpool. In this episode of Lantern and Shroud, we explore reports of ordinary people who suddenly found themselves transported back in time on Liverpool’s historic Bold Street. From the swinging 1950s to wartime Britain, countless witnesses claim to have walked into another era, only to re-emerge moments later into the present day.🔮 What is the Bold Street Time Slip?🕰️ Are these accounts proof of time travel or shared hallucinations?👻 Why does Liverpool seem to be a hotspot for paranormal phenomena?If you’re fascinated by ghost stories, folklore, urban legends, time slips, and unexplained mysteries, this episode is for you.Experienced best when wearing headphones ✨ Follow Lantern and Shroud for more deep dives into the world of the paranormal, haunted history, and supernatural tales.Artwork by @GavinDaviesArtPodcast intro theme by ED

High in the Lake District, where mist plagues the hills and ravens circle the battlements, stands Muncaster Castle. It's a fortress with a history as long as it is haunted. For over 800 years, this ancient stronghold has been home to the Pennington family… and to something else. Something that refuses to leave.In this episode of Lantern and Shroud, we step inside one of Britain’s most haunted castles. From the screams of the White Lady drifting through the gardens… to the unsettling presence in the Tapestry Room, where countless guests have fled in terror… to centuries of dark history soaked into its very stones.Some call Muncaster beautiful. Others call it cursed. 🦇 And when watching on YouTube, you won’t just hear the story. You’ll see it come alive through eerie timelapse art by Gavin Davies Art — each ghost sketching itself back into the world before your eyes.🎧 Also available now on Apple, and all major platforms.

Beneath the cobbled streets of Edinburgh lies a place locals talk about. The Banshee Labyrinth, Scotland’s most haunted pub. Once part of the city’s underground vaults, its walls echo with centuries of sorrow, laughter, and things far darker. Patrons tell of spectral screams, poltergeist mischief, and the chilling wail of the banshee herself, a cry said to foretell death.In this episode of Lantern and Shroud, hosted by Natalie, we descend into the shadows of the Banshee Labyrinth in Edinburgh, unravelling tales of restless spirits, vanished figures, and the uneasy sense that someone unseen is always standing just behind you.Step inside, if you dare. The Banshee Labyrinth is waiting.Hosted by Natalie Davies

Behind the velvet curtains of London’s Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, whispers never fade. By daylight it is a temple of performance, but when the house grows dark, another cast takes the stage — phantoms bound to the boards.In this episode, we step into the haunted corridors of the world’s most famous theatre. From the restless Man in Grey, forever pacing the upper circle, to Joseph Grimaldi — the clown who still steadies trembling actors from beyond the grave. We experience the heavy lavender scent of Dan Leno drifting through the night, the dark shadow of Charles Macklin stalking the wings where blood was once spilled, and the modern-day tale of a dressing room television that seemed to answer when the ghosts were named.These are not mere legends; they are encounters stretching from the 18th century to our own time. Triumph, madness, murder, and sorrow — all trapped in the brick and plaster of Drury Lane.Put your headphones on. The stage is set. The audience waits in silence. And somewhere in the darkness, another presence lingers, watching.And when you listen here on YouTube, you’ll see ghosts unfold in haunting time-lapse sketches by Gavin Davies Art — a visual echo to match the tale.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you enjoy this podcast of ghosts, folklore, and haunted history.🎙 Hosted by NatalieSocial MediaInstagram https://www.instagram.com/lantern_and_shroudTikTok www.tiktok.com/@lanternandshroudpodcastPodcast theme music by Evan Davies.

In this episode, we step through the creaking doors of one of England’s most famous old inns. From the storm-lashed stranger who vanished into the night… to the playful spirits of Victorian children whose laughter still echoes through the halls… the stories of Jamaica Inn are as chilling as the moor itself. Hear the history. Meet the hauntings.Decide for yourself what lingers in the shadows. Don’t forget to follow us, and share if you enjoy this podcast of ghosts, folklore, and haunted history. Hosted by Natalie. Artwork by Gavin Davies Art