In this episode we head over to Geevor Tin Mine in West Cornwall and chat to Grant Jelbert and Clint Hosking about the history of the mine, some of the stories and experiences there, and the realities of working in a mine.Links to tickets and more info on the upcoming talksGhosts on the Coast at IntoBodmin: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/bodmin/the-old-library/ghosts-on-the-coast/e-lkrkpkGhosts on the Coast at Poly Falmouth: https://thepoly.org/whats-on/event/3674/ghosts-on-the-cornish-coastIf you're enjoying the series and would like to help support the project, here's a link to the Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/thepiskietrapYou can find out more about Geevor here: https://geevor.com/ Offer your support on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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St Michael's Mount
In this episode we take a trip across to St Michael's Mount in West Cornwall, and chat with Anna Berska about some of the stories and history surrounding this famous site.If you're enjoying the series and would like to help support the project, here's a link to the Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/thepiskietrapHere are the links to the Piskie Led live talksPoly Falmouth: https://thepoly.org/whats-on/event/3580/piskie-led-tales-traditions-of-cornish-piskiesIntoBodmin: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/intobodmin/piskie-led/e-ajlergSt Austell Arts Centre: https://www.staustellartstheatre.org.uk/events/keith-wallis-tales-traditions-of-cornish-piskies/Here are the links to Ghosts on the Coast with The Cornish BirdPort Eliot: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mystery-and-history-conference-tickets-1194793031119IntoBodmin: https://intobodmin.co.uk/events/Poly Falmouth: https://thepoly.org/whats-on/event/3674/ghosts-on-the-cornish-coast#:~:text=Join%20The%20Cornish%20Bird%2C%20writer,tales%20from%20around%20Cornwall's%20coasts.&text=Age%20 Offer your support on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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1:12:35
The Drummer Boy & The Todden
In this episode we chat to authors Liz Fenwick and Emma Cowell about their short stories for the book '13 Cornish Ghost Stories', discussing their writing process, what inspires them, their love for Cornwall, thoughts on ghosts and Cornish folklore, and their own spooky experiences.13 Cornish Ghost Stories is available at this Amazon link: https://amzn.to/4bCoxVo This is a paid link - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchasesOr if you'd prefer to purchase a copy directly from a local seller: https://www.falmouth-bookseller.co.uk/product/13-cornish-ghost-stories-qr/You can find more about Liz Fenwick's latest book here: https://www.lizfenwick.com/More about Emma Cowell's latest book here: https://www.emmacowell.com/Here are the links to the Piskie Led live talks Poly Falmouth: https://thepoly.org/whats-on/event/3580/piskie-led-tales-traditions-of-cornish-piskiesIntoBodmin: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/intobodmin/piskie-led/e-ajlergSt Austell Arts Centre: https://www.staustellartstheatre.org.uk/events/keith-wallis-tales-traditions-of-cornish-piskies/Here are the links to Ghosts on the Coast with The Cornish Bird Port Eliot: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mystery-and-history-conference-tickets-1194793031119IntoBodmin: https://intobodmin.co.uk/events/Poly Falmouth: https://thepoly.org/whats-on/event/3674/ghosts-on-the-cornish-coast#:~:text=Join%20The%20Cornish%20Bird%2C%20writer,tales%20from%20around%20Cornwall's%20coasts.&text=Age%20recommendation%2016%2B%20for%20supernatural%20%26%20macabre%20themes.&text=A%20%C2%A31%20Poly%20Fund%20payment%20is%20added%20to%20each%20ticket%20sold. Offer your support on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Tales from Port Eliot
In this episode we take a trip to the Port Eliot estate at St Germans in South East Cornwall and chat with Coco Brown, tour guide there, to learn more about the history and folklore linked with the estate.If you're enjoying the series and would like to help support the project, here's a link to the Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/thepiskietrapHere's a link to find out more about the Port Eliot Estate and their tours: https://www.porteliot.co.uk/visit-us/Here's a link to the Mystery & History Conference at Port Eliot: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mystery-and-history-conference-tickets-1194748578159?aff=oddtdtcreatorHere are links to the venues for the Piskie Talk in AprilPoly Falmouth: https://thepoly.org/whats-on/event/3580/piskie-led-tales-traditions-of-cornish-piskiesIntoBodmin:https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/intobodmin/t-rpvooqaSt Austell Arts Centre: https://www.staustellartstheatre.org.uk/events/keith-wallis-tales-traditions-of-cornish-piskies/ Offer your support on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Local ghost stories with the Cornish Bird
In this episode we chat with writer, blogger and podcaster Elizabeth Dale aka 'The Cornish Bird' to discuss some of our favourite local ghost stories and how they're connected to local history.If you're enjoying the series and would like to help support the project, here's a link to the Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/thepiskietrapHere's an Amazon link where you can get Peter Underwood's 'Ghosts of Cornwall': https://amzn.to/42QFs42 This is a paid link - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchasesHere's an Amazon link where you can get Peter Underwood's 'Ghosts of Devon': https://amzn.to/41739nk This is a paid link - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases Offer your support on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A new series exploring a range of folklore and history from across Devon and Cornwall, a region steeped in myths and legends. Offer your support on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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