EP144 Macabre Mysteries of Swansea Castle: Shadow People & Unexplained Deaths (Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast with Mark Rees)

What connects Gothic ghost stories, Dylan Thomas, Frankenstein,
Swansea Castle, and shadow people that don't rest easy?

Swansea Castle is a site brimming with contradictions and untold
stories. Is it haunted or unhaunted? Easy or challenging for
ghost hunters?


Discover why this iconic landmark, steeped in history and
surrounded by folklore, defies simple explanations.


Unearth the secrets behind the Blue Lady—an apparition with a
dubious historical record—and learn about the castle's shadowy
forms seen in its windows.


Explore its Romantic literary connections, including links to the
Dylan Thomas, and a mysterious figure tied to the family of Mary
Shelley, the creator of Frankenstein.


Why was this castle built in such a strategic yet unexpected
location? How did it transform from a medieval stronghold to a
central figure in Swansea's bustling modern life? And what are
the hidden tales of its haunted past?


Explore the lore with Mark Rees (Ghosts of Wales) on the Ghosts
and Folklore of Wales podcast... if you dare.


Until next time, nos da!


 


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WHAT IS THE GHOSTS AND FOLKLORE OF WALES PODCAST WITH MARK
REES?

The "Ghosts and Folklore of Wales" podcast explores Welsh ghosts
and ghost stories, lore, myths and legends.


Launched by author and journalist Mark Rees (Ghosts of Wales/
Paranormal Wales) in early 2020, this weird and wonderful podcast
takes a fascinating look at the country's countless curious
subjects by combining decades of research from many books and
articles with long-lost tales from dusty old tomes.


Ranging from "real life" encounters with the uncanny to
fantastical adventures from the Mabinogion, new episodes are
uploaded every other (Folklore) Thursday and feature everything
from pesky poltergeists to fire-breathing dragons, with the odd
wicked - and not-so-wicked - witch along the way.


Along with the regular stories you can also expect the odd
special guest, an occasional live ghost hunt, and all sorts of
crazy ideas. Seasonal specials include the dark folklore and
Gothic Halloween (Nos Calan Gaeaf) traditions, and everyone's
favourite skulled-headed Christmas visitor, the Mari Lwyd
herself.


Dare you explore haunted Wales? From the sublime mountains and
cascading waterfalls to the bustling cities and remote farms, go
in search of the paranormal and the unexplained in all corners of
Cymru - think of it as opening the Welsh The X-Files... and some
tenuous Ghostbusters links!


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