Goblin Tales of Lancashire

In the mist‑shrouded fells and reed‑lined pools of old Lancashire, the ordinary world is haunted by whispering spirits and mischievous goblins. The collection opens with a keen eye for the region’s Celtic and Scandinavian roots, painting a landscape where craggy moors, dark glens and salt‑marshes seem to pulse with hidden life. From the eerie howl of the Gabriel Ratchets to the flicker of the water‑nymph Peg‑o‑Lantron, each tale draws listeners into a folklore that feels both ancient and startlingly vivid.

The stories range from the unsettling encounter with an unbidden guest to the tragic funeral of a fairy, and from a chivalrous devil who bargains for souls to a spectral cat that prowls the night. Accompanied by Charles Gliddon’s illustrations, the narratives balance humor, dread, and a rustic charm that mirrors the county’s rugged beauty. Listeners will find a tapestry of moral lessons and cautionary warnings woven through superstitions that once guided Lancashire peasants.