The Piskie Trap: Recent Episodes
Keith Wallis
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
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In this episode we take a look at a few more local tales, beliefs and customs surrounding Cornish Piskies.
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Here's a link to the Witchcraft Talk at the Poly in Falmouth, which still has tickets available:
The Poly, Falmouth: https://thepoly.org/whats-on/event/2942/a-history-of-witchcraft-in-cornwall
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In this episode we take a look at some ghostly Cornish tales connected with the sea
Here are the links to the Witchcraft Talk Venues:
The Acorn, Penzance: https://www.theacornpenzance.com/events/pellars-charmers-cunning-folk-a-history-of-witchcraft-in-cornwall/
The Poly, Falmouth: https://thepoly.org/whats-on/event/2942/a-history-of-witchcraft-in-cornwall
IntoBodmin (The Old Library): https://intobodmin.co.uk/events/
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In this episode we have a little case update, following on from the Piskie Bite episode on Ill-Wishing in Mid Cornwall. We also chat to writer, historian and researcher Francis Edwards about the story of Beatrice Small, who operated as a fortune teller across Devon and Cornwall in the late 1800s.
Here's a link to the article on Beatrice Small: https://the-cornish-historian.com/2021/12/20/the-notorious-beatrice-small-fortune-teller/
Booking info for the Witchcraft Talks at The Poly Falmouth: https://thepoly.org/whats-on/event/2942/a-history-of-witchcraft-in-cornwall?fbclid=IwAR3KhYh-ZkWUY_tMtbxyMaMdxScaPi7v7zuYgOnuPzCuim31KmzwDA05O4c_aem_AR44VOwEo0CEd0IJVJG4WN6osGdEuv7OYQJJInrTit8-M6ciWYE4KkhYxkWH6jPvR6Xbs5GAj9bbU2eIbTY258ZZ
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In this episode we take a look at some of the dark tales associated with crossroads in Devon and Cornwall
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Here's a link to the episode of 'The Cornish Bird' podcast:
https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/the-cornish-bird/31-rough-roads-footpads-UjN9iREpDY5/
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In this episode we explore the belief in witchcraft and the concept of 'ill-wishing', taking a look at some examples from mid Cornwall in the nineteenth century
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In this mini episode we take a look at some weird and wonderful ghost stories that have appeared in the local newspapers over the centuries
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A mini episode for the festive season, where we take a little look at some of the old traditions and customs from across Cornwall at this time of year
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In this episode we take a look at stories and sightings of sea monsters from the seas around Cornwall, explore the creature known as 'Morgawr' and chat with writer, blogger and podcaster Elizabeth Dale, better known as the 'Cornish Bird'.
Here are the links by The Cornish Bird that I recommend checking out in relation to Cornish sea monsters:
https://cornishbirdblog.com/cornwalls-leviathan/
https://cornishbirdblog.com/hunting-for-cornish-sea-monsters-the-legend-of-the-morgawr/
Here's that story by Ed Boddaert
https://www.mevagissey.net/monster.htm
You can find the reading list for this series here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/149542206-the-piskie-trap?ref=nav_mybooks
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In this mini episode we take a look at some beliefs and customs surrounding fairy folk from across Cornwall
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In this episode we explore a local ghost story from the village of Sennen in West Cornwall, and how it may be connected with the smuggling that was rife in the area at the turn of the 1800s.
The Smugglers of Sennen by Sandra Pritchard: http://vingoe.name/sennen_smugglers.htm
Here's that link to the article on Sennen by the Cornish Bird: https://cornishbirdblog.com/sennen-cove-the-landing-place-of-kings/
Here's a link to the First & Last Inn: https://www.firstandlastinn.co.uk/
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In another Piskie Bite we take a look at some tales of Phantom coaches from Cornwall and Devon
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The first of some new little Piskie Bites. In this episode we explore a couple of macabre discoveries that have been made across Cornwall. Warning: contains some dark subject matter.
Here's a link to the blog post by the Cornish Bird:
https://cornishbirdblog.com/penzance-ghost-story-skeleton-under-the-floor/
Here's a link to Saltash History and Heritage:
https://saltash.org/saltash-people/willian-price-drury-cbe.html
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In this episode we explore a range of tales and superstitions involving the White Hare from across Cornwall, and chat with author and storyteller Mike O'Connor to delve a bit deeper into the stories, and the possible meanings and interpretations behind them.
You can find the reading list for this series here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/149542206-the-piskie-trap?ref=nav\_mybooks
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Cornwall is famous for its stories of smugglers and privateers. In this episode we look at the story of Zephaniah Job, who was known as 'The Smuggler's Banker', chatting to author and historian Jeremy Rowett Johns about the reality behind the smuggling that was going on in the Cornish village of Polperro during the eighteenth century.
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Here's a link to that self portrait of Lieutenant Gabriel Bray: https://www.rmg.co.uk/collections/objects/rmgc-object-200903
You can find out more about the Polperro Heritage Press and Jeremy's work here: https://www.polperropress.co.uk/
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In this episode we delve into the weird and wonderful world of the parson ghost layers in Cornwall during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, and chat to blogger and podcaster Elizabeth Dale aka 'The Cornish Bird'.
Since recording I've been reliably informed that the Manor at Gulval should be pronounced 'KenEGGy' rather than 'KENegie'
You can find the reading list for this series here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/149542206?ref=nav_mybooks
Here's the link to Mark Stoyle's article on the Gear Rout: https://www.jstor.org/stable/4053986
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Here's the link to the Cornish Bird blog and Podcast: https://cornishbirdblog.com/
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In this episode we explore a range of tales and superstitions surrounding Cornish Piskies, and chat to author and poet Anna Chorlton
You can find the reading list for this series here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/149542206?ref=nav_mybooks
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You can find out more about 'Mazed Tales' by visiting: https://www.mazedtales.org/
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Cornwall has a long history of mining, and in this episode we explore the legends and superstitions held by Cornish miners. Stories of the famous Cornish Knockers, and tales of a ghost said to haunt a particular mine on Cornwall's north coast. We chat to local historian Roger Radcliffe, to get his thoughts on these legends, and the realities of working in a mine.
You can find the reading list for this series here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/149542206?ref=nav_mybooks
And the article by Ronald M James here: https://www.jstor.org/stable/1499362
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Cornwall has many tales involving mermaids, and people's legendary encounters with them from over the centuries. In this episode we explore a range of mermaid stories from across Cornwall, some of them particularly famous, like the mermaid of Zennor, but where do these stories come from, and what's the significance behind them?
Storyteller Mike O'Connor, author of the book 'Cornish Folk Tales' gives his thoughts on these stories, and we try to delve into the mystery behind the famous carving at Zennor Church.
A quick update from Mike since recording: The Medieval Mystery Play referred to in the episode, concerning the dual nature of the Mermaid is actually entitled 'Passio Domini Nostri Jhesu Christi' rather than 'Bewnans Meriasek'.
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In this episode we explore the famous Jamaica Inn on Bodmin Moor, and it's tales of smuggling and ghosts. Featuring conversations with Karin Beasant, who knows lots about the Inn's history, it's spooky tales, and has run paranormal investigations there.
For more information you check out the Inn's website: https://www.jamaicainn.co.uk/
For more about the author Daphne Du Maurier: https://www.dumaurier.org/
You can also find the reading list for the series here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/149542206?page=1&ref=nav_mybooks
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Perhaps you've heard of the famous Salem Witch Trials, or maybe the Essex Witch Trials, but have you heard about the Bideford Witches? In this episode we delve into the story of four women from Bideford in North Devon, who were tried for witchcraft in the 1680s. You'll also hear extracts from a conversation with Professor Marion Gibson from the University of Exeter, whose research specialises in the history of magic and witchcraft.
You can find the reading list for the series here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/149542206?page=1&ref=nav_mybooks
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Chambercombe Manor in Devon has some dark secrets, from tales of smugglers and wreckers, to spectres wandering the grounds, and stories of a hidden room. This episode delves into the Manor's past to see what we can uncover, you'll also hear extracts from a conversation with Lesley Symons, who works at the Manor.
If you'd like to know more about Chambercombe Manor and their Paranormal events check out the website: https://chambercombemanor.org.uk/
You can also check out the reading list for the series here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/149542206?page=1&ref=nav_mybooks
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Bodmin Jail has a chilling reputation for being one of the most haunted places in the south west. In this episode we take a closer look into the stories surrounding one of the prisoners who was executed here in the 1800s.You'll also hear extracts from a conversation with Kirsten Honey, who runs the Paranormal tours of the Jail.
You can find out more about the Jail and its past by checking out the Bodmin Jail website: https://www.bodminjail.org/
Here's a link to the article 'The Trials of Selina Wadge' by Dr Nell Darby:
https://www.criminalhistorian.com/the-trials-of-selina-wadge/#:~:text=The%20trial%20of%20Selina%20Wadge,guarded%20by%20female%20prison%20officers.
And here's a link to the article by Aeron Hunt:
https://www.jstor.org/stable/25058737
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You can also check out the reading list for this series:
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In this first episode of the series we delve into the dark past and spooky goings-on at Pengersick Castle in Cornwall and chat to Jay Hodgetts, who works and lives at the Castle
Here's the link to the series reading list if you're interested:
https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/149542206?page=1&ref=nav_mybooks
The castle's website is here: https://www.pengersickcastle.com/
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A quick introduction to the series Offer your support on Patreon
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