Lincolnshire Folklore, Myth and Magic

Step into the spellbound landscape of Lincolnshire, where rolling fens, ancient woods and lonely marshes have long whispered tales of wonder and fear. From legends of phantom horsemen and will-o’-the-wisps to charms, remedies and rural superstitions, this book tells how the people of Lincolnshire made sense of the strange and the supernatural in everyday life.

Step into the spellbound landscape of Lincolnshire, where rolling fens, ancient woods and lonely marshes have long whispered tales of wonder and fear. This collection gathers the county’s rich tapestry of folklore, bringing to life the ghosts that haunt windswept lanes, the witches who stirred storms over the North Sea and the spirits lurking in hidden pools. From legends of phantom horsemen and will-o’-the-wisps to charms, remedies and rural superstitions, this book tells how the people of Lincolnshire made sense of the strange and the supernatural in everyday life. Whether you are a curious traveller, a lover of old tales or simply drawn to the mysterious, Lincolnshire Folklore, Myth and Magic invites you to wander among the county’s secrets.