The Piskey-Purse: Legends and Tales of North Cornwall

A lively anthology of North Cornwall’s oldest folk stories brings the rugged coast, mist‑clad cliffs and windswept moors to life for the ear. The narrator invites listeners to wander past Polzeath Bay, the Pentire cliffs and the hidden “Piskey Walks,” where the merry little people—Piskeys, Nightriders and their grimmer cousins, the Spriggans—have long been said to dance, steal and guard secret treasures. Each tale is rooted in a specific landscape, letting the listener feel the salty air and hear the faint echo of fairy footsteps on stone.

Among the episodes are the mischievous “Pis‑key‑Purse” that lures travelers into turn‑inside‑out riddles, the “Magic Pail” hidden on a windswept moor, and a witch’s whisper from an ancient well in Padstow. The stories balance gentle humor with a touch of the uncanny, offering a window onto a world where the invisible folk mingle with fishermen, miners and country folk. Perfect for anyone who loves atmospheric folklore and the charm of a coast where legend lingers in every lullaby.