Moonraking - Folklore

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Hauntings, superstitions, folklore and legends are rife in Wiltshire. The county has more than its fair share of mysterious happenings and here we bring you a selection plus the chance to add your own experiences!

Sumhain in Wiltshire

Check out the traditions of the ‘spookiest’ night of the year!

Celebrating the Harvest

Lughnasadh/Lammas, the third of our Earth festivals, is celebrated at the beginning of August.

Maypoles

The significance of maypoles in Wiltshire and their importance in local communities.

Scary tales of Wiltshire

From cursed churches to haunted department stores, there are strange things afoot in the county.

Devilish Wiltshire

Several parts of the county lay claim to their own devilish tales including Warminster and Silbury.

The Flying Monk

Icarus is remembered for his attempt at flying - but what about the flying monk of Malmesbury?

Oak Apple Day

29th May is known as Oak Apple Day in Great Wishford near Wilton. But what's its significance?

Moonraking

If you're born and bred in the county, you can rightfully claim to be a 'Moonraker' - but why?

The Celtic Wheel

Summer St John investigates why the Celtic calendar can help us work out where we are in the year.