Podcasts about Northumberland

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In this special episode of Canicross Conversations, hosts Louise and Michelle welcome back two popular guests: Georgie Lambert from Nonstop Dogwear and Katie Kirkup, founder of Trail Dog Events. Together, they unveil an exciting new venture: "Connect and Paws"—a human and dog wellness weekend set against the breath-taking backdrop of Druridge Bay, Northumberland from 4–6 July 2025.   Born from Katie's vision, and shaped into reality with Georgie's support, this event invites the canicross and wider dog-loving community to take a break from the high-speed pace of life. Instead, it's all about slowing down, reconnecting with nature, bonding with your dog, and forming meaningful connections with others. Activities include morning cani-treks, yoga, Pilates, forest bathing, labyrinth walking, sound healing, photography walks, and expert talks on both human and dog nutrition. Designed for every type of dog and owner, whether you're a seasoned canicrosser or just enjoy a gentle stroll with your pup, there's something for everyone.   With limited spots available (only 50 tickets), this is an exclusive and intimate retreat. Expect live music, thoughtful journalling, delicious local street food, paddle boarding, and even glamping. It's an immersive weekend designed to inspire mindfulness and wellness—for both ends of the lead.   Topics and timings 7.00 – Meet Georgie and Katie again 8.10 – The birth of Connect and Paws 9.05 – Why summer matters for community 10.50 – Event overview and intention 13.00 – Activities: from yoga to labyrinth walking 16.50 – Supporting dogs with space and respect 21.00 – Expert talks from Holly Barker and Renee McGregor 26.00 – What Georgie and Katie are most excited about 29.30 – Kit demos, community spirit, and good food Resources mentioned Episode 82 with Katie Episode 4 and 44 with Georgie   Links mentioned Connect and Paws: https://www.traildogevents.co.uk/connectandpaws Nonstop Dogwear: nonstopdogwear.com    

On September 27th 2023, the famous Sycamore Gap tree in Northumberland was felled overnight in an act of vandalism, triggering a far-reaching wave of shock and sorrow.  Join Heather Birkett, as she goes behind the scenes to explore the enduring impact of this beloved landmark, the aftermath of its loss, and the community's efforts to preserve its memory. This episode has been updated from an previous release; National Trust Podcast - Sycamore Gap |One Year on [Ad] Wild Tales is sponsored by Cotswold Outdoor, your outside retailer and epic guides to adventure.  Quick breathers, calming walks or heart-pounding hikes. We feel better when we get out more.  Find quality kit and 50 years of outdoor wisdom. Plus, supporters save 15% in-store and online. Feel in your element, in the elements, at Cotswold Outdoor.  www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/ Production Host: Heather Birkett Producer: Nikki Ruck, Katy Kelly, Pippa Tilbury-Harris Sound Design: Nikki Ruck    Discover more To find out the latest information surrounding The Sycamore Gap Tree including The Trees of Hope campaign www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sycamore-gap Find out what's on in Northumberland Park and The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre https://www.northumberlandnationalpark.org.uk/whats-on/ Follow Wild Tales on your favourite podcast app or on Instagram @wildtalesnt. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected to our wild world, you can contact us at podcasts@nationaltrust.org.uk

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Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Police investigate alleged attack on prison officer by Southport killer Axel Rudakubana Pope Leo XIV What is behind the name Robert Prevost has chosen Bulgarians convicted of spying for Russia face double figure sentences Rose named after Princess of Wales to celebrate power of nature Sycamore Gap pair guilty of chopping down tree in Northumberland Bayesian Diver dies working on tycoons sunken superyacht Mexico sues Google over Gulf of America name change US confirms plan for private firms to deliver Gaza aid despite UN alarm Madeleine McCann suspect Br ckner faces a new unrelated charge Gaelic Games Enforced skort rule in Camogie screams sexism

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Pope Leo XIV What is behind the name Robert Prevost has chosen Mexico sues Google over Gulf of America name change Police investigate alleged attack on prison officer by Southport killer Axel Rudakubana Sycamore Gap pair guilty of chopping down tree in Northumberland Gaelic Games Enforced skort rule in Camogie screams sexism US confirms plan for private firms to deliver Gaza aid despite UN alarm Rose named after Princess of Wales to celebrate power of nature Bulgarians convicted of spying for Russia face double figure sentences Bayesian Diver dies working on tycoons sunken superyacht Madeleine McCann suspect Br ckner faces a new unrelated charge

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Bulgarians convicted of spying for Russia face double figure sentences US confirms plan for private firms to deliver Gaza aid despite UN alarm Police investigate alleged attack on prison officer by Southport killer Axel Rudakubana Rose named after Princess of Wales to celebrate power of nature Pope Leo XIV What is behind the name Robert Prevost has chosen Madeleine McCann suspect Br ckner faces a new unrelated charge Mexico sues Google over Gulf of America name change Bayesian Diver dies working on tycoons sunken superyacht Gaelic Games Enforced skort rule in Camogie screams sexism Sycamore Gap pair guilty of chopping down tree in Northumberland

There was anger worldwide when the Northumberland landmark was cut down in 2023

Originally released for Patreon supporters in April 2024 I hope you enjoy this very special episode. In the 20th Patreon bonus podcast you join me on location at a 14th century pele tower in Northumberland, constructed during uncertain times when England was at war with Scotland, and being so close to the border required this tower to be fortified. But what would happen when, all alone, I stepped foot inside this tower? Would I hear the footsteps and voices heard here all too often, or perhaps I would be unfortunate enough to encounter the Preston Hound? Also you'll hear all about what happened to a listener when they visited during the summer of 2023. So tonight, join me as together we ask, just how haunted is Preston Tower? To get episodes such as this sooner, you can become a Patreon for £3 a month, and get yourself early access to episodes, and more exclusive episodes where Rob will conduct ghost hunts and you'll hear the audio from the night.  To find out more, or take advantage of a seven day free trial, head on over to https://patreon.com/HowHauntedPod Perhaps you'd rather buy me a coffee to make a one off donation to support the pod, you can do that at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HowHauntedPod   Find out more about the pod at https://www.how-haunted.com and you can email Rob at Rob@how-haunted.com   In July Rob will be taking on the "most difficult" walk in the North York Moors to raise money for Cancer Research UK. If you'd wish to sponsor us you can do so at justgiving.com/page/walk4john2025   Music in this episode includes: "Darren Curtis - Demented Nightmare" https://youtu.be/g_O4kS9FP3k   " HORROR PIANO MUSIC " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek"   Music link : https://youtu.be/xbjuAGgk5lU SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/DQQmmCl8crQ Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/33RWRtP Follow on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2ImU2JV

To coincide with the release of our new report, Grazing Livestock: It's not the cow but the how, the latest guest on the SFT Podcast this month is Nic Renison. Nic is a regenerative farmer based in Cumbria where she farms alongside her husband, Paul (Reno), at Cannerheugh Farm. The daughter of dairy farmers, Nic grew up within the conventional, high production agricultural environment, growing food with little thought of the environment. This all changed in 2012 when Nic and Reno had a 'light bulb' moment after visiting an organic farm in Northumberland, which inspired them to start employing more regenerative farming methods. In 2018, alongside Liz Genever, Nic co-founded Carbon Calling – a conference created for farmers, by farmers, to share ideas and exchange knowledge on all things farming and regenerative agriculture. During the episode Nic and Patrick discuss Nic's early farming influences, her and her husband's journey from conventional to regenerative farming methods and the origins of the Carbon Calling conference, and how it supports the wider farming community. To find out more about Nic and Cannerheugh Farm, follow their journey on Instagram and visit their website here. To listen to more SFT podcasts, featuring some of the biggest names in regenerative food and farming, head to our main podcast page. And to keep up to date with our news, you can subscribe to our fortnightly newsletter or follow us on Instagram, X or Facebook.

Troops from across the province, including those from the 31 Canadian Brigade Group based in London, Ontario, started The post Canadian Armed Forces invade Northumberland County during recent massive training exercise appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Warden sizes up past year in council chambers and why you should pay attention in 2025 Upcoming federal election and a wide range of issues discussed by Alderville chief Black History Month needs higher profile in Northumberland, says local advocate

Join Darcy and KyLee in welcoming Joanna Davidson Politano back to The Historical Bookworm Show! You can listen to previous episodes featuring Joanna or her work The Elusive Truth of Lily Temple, The Lost Melody, A Midnight Dance, and A Midnight Dance. In this episode of The Historical Bookworm Show, Joanna Davidson Politano discusses her latest Edwardian-era novel, 'The Curious Inheritance of Blakely House. Known for her captivating blend of mystery, romance, and gothic elements, Politano delves into the inspirations behind her newest work. She shares how a unique Edwardian house, filled with unfinished inventions, influenced the book's setting and characters. The conversation also explores her writing process—balancing organic storytelling with spiritual themes—and the dynamic relationships between the novel's lead characters. Joanna offers a tantalizing hint about an upcoming Cornwall-based series, promising more immersive and engaging tales to come. About the Author Joanna Davidson Politano's gripping novels have been captivating readers for years with their fascinating characters, mysterious settings, pitch-perfect romance, and plenty of Gothic flair. Now she returns with her newest offering, The Curious Inheritance of Blakely House. Set in the Edwardian era, this book transports readers to an isolated island estate for a tale of unexpected inheritance and family rivalry where no one is as they seem. About the book The Curious Inheritance of Blakely House The new century is still young when clockmaker Sydney Forrester finds that she is the heiress of Blakely House, an estate off the coast of Northumberland. To say she is surprised is an understatement, considering the estate was owned by an estranged uncle whom she never met. Blakely House comes with an array of peculiar inventions, but it also comes with two nephews determined to oust Sydney from her newfound property. With the help of an unlikely ally, Sydney works to uncover the secrets of the estate—including who murdered its late owner. But when a mysterious man washes ashore with a stunning surprise, Sydney must prove she has inherited the late master's brilliance as well as his property.  Joanna's books: Lady Jayne Disappears, A Rumored Fortune, Finding Lady Enderly, The Love Note, A Midnight Dance, and The Lost Melody Connect with  Joanna Davidson Politano: Newsletter, Baker Book House, Amazon, Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, and Instagram.

Elizabeth Percy, 1st Duchess of Northumberland, who lived at Alnwick Castle in the middle decades of the 18th century, was a collector, courtier and artistic patron. But did you know she was also a regular theatregoer?Her many diaries include various mentions of plays she saw, some of which were by William Shakespeare, and her collections include miniature portraits of famous actors and actresses. But what was Shakespeare and the theatre like for Georgian audiences? How did it change during the 1st Duchess' lifetime? And why is the 18th century important in the history of Shakespeare?To find out more, we spoke to our regular Shakespearean expert, Ronan Paterson, and another special guest. Professor Ryuta Minami, of the Tokyo Keizai University of Economics, is an expert in theatre of the 17th and 18th centuries, and joined us for a fascinating conversation.Among other things, you will hear how theatre and acting changed during this time, and how Shakespeare was changed for Georgian tastes; stories of the great actors of the 18th century, especially David Garrick, who had a few connections to the 1st Duchess; and Northumberland's own theatre history and traditions.Speaking of this, we have a Shakespeare troupe visiting us this summer! The Three Inch Fools bring their production of A Midsummer Night's Dream to Alnwick Castle on 22 July. Find tickets on our website, by searching Three Inch Fools At Alnwick Castle, or by visiting https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-midsummer-nights-dream-presented-by-the-three-inch-fools-tickets-1289546200399 . It's one of our favourite plays (even if Samuel Pepys wouldn't agree!)And for more Shakespeare on the Alnwick Castle Podcast, find our previous annual episodes in our feed - episode 8 for the castle's Shakespeare connections, episode 33 for Henry IV Part I, and episode 58 for Shakespeare's Wars of the Roses.

Tom and Benny P are back with more tales of triumph, chaos and the curious art of blagging a bargain.Fresh from The Speed Project, Benny P shares what it was like to run a non-stop relay from Los Angeles to Las Vegas and still somehow make a decent coffee at the end. Meanwhile, Tom's been gallivanting around Northumberland and Cornwall without spending a single penny on accommodation - he spills the beans on how he did it, and the magic he found along the way.We also reveal the trick to getting into the Eden Project for free and there's a surprise cameo from a very famous Hollywood Brit who dropped in on Tom's socials.Plus, we draw from the Great British Misadventures pot and hear one of Tom's funny and/or embarrassing stories from his own misadventures. Visit Ben's Trailside Coffee Van: https://www.instagram.com/trailsidecoffee/Follow Ben: https://www.instagram.com/mr.bennypalmer/Support the podcast: Get a whopping 65% off your first Gousto box at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.gousto.co.uk/raf/?promo_code=TOM42277653⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trusted Housesitters: Get 25% off your membership: https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/refer/RAF116724/?utm_source=copy-link&utm_medium=refer-a-friend&utm_campaign=refer-a-friendGet in contact:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tombryanyeah/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/greatbritishadventurespodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@tombryanyeahCHAPTERS00:00 Intro01:37 Coming up04:38 Ben takes on The Speed Project17:58 How to manage a 48 hour tempo 25:49 Jonty Brown's Solo Speed Project30:59 Is holidaying in the UK actually expensive?36:54 For the love of stone circles39:48 Is the UK weather actually bad?44:52 Tom's famous Hollywood follower50:49 Tom's birthday in Northumberland58:11 Charlie Bennett's episode59:31 Cornish adventures01:06:49 Fowey's famous authors01:11:18 Getting into the Eden Project for free01:18:55 Minions, Cheesewring and Wild Guides01:25:14 Holidaying off season01:31:34 Trusted Housesitters01:33:12 Merlin Bird ID01:36:14 Writing challenge update01:42:38 Murder your darlings01:45:31 Coffee Corner01:49:54 Great British Misadventures

It is easy to forget the current federal election is not just about the party leaders. While a The post Green Party candidate addresses key concerns for residents of Northumberland-Clarke appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Green Party candidate chats about party chaos, universal basic income and her deep roots in the community Green Party's Maxwell Groves outlines his party's approach to issues in Northumberland County Conservative candidate Philip Lawrence makes his case speaking to local issues facing Northumberland-Clarke

Today's guest is the owner of Harpers Property People and is a triple eXp ICON.He is now based in Northumberland, but his career has seen his work in London for some of the biggest names within the industry such as KFH, Spicerhaart, Purplebricks, and Keller Williams, before deciding to launch his own business in June 2021.Harpers have gone on to sell over 300 properties during this time from a cold start and if you want to hear how these phenomenal results have been achieved, you better not miss this episode!

It's the mid-1800s and pteridomania – or fern frenzy – is the new big craze.   Across the UK, plant enthusiasts are heading into the countryside to pick all the prized specimens they can find.   And fern fans far and wide are avidly creating collections and displays of the leafy green plants to show off.   Uncover the truth about this Victorian phenomenon and how it influenced our love of house plants.   But who were the pteridomaniacs? What did ferns secretly symbolise about young women and sex? And how can we learn from the conservation consequences of the craze?   Join Presenter and Ranger Rosie Holdsworth and Curator Clara Woolford to unfurl the curious story of Victorian fern fever.    [Ad] Wild Tales is sponsored by Cotswold Outdoor, your outside retailer and epic guides to adventure.    Quick breathers, calming walks or heart-pounding hikes. We feel better when we get out more.    Find quality kit and 50 years of outdoor wisdom. Plus, supporters save 15% in-store and online. Feel in your element, in the elements, at Cotswold Outdoor.   https://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/   Discover more:    Visit Cragside in Northumberland for a taste of fern fever. See the fernery, rockery and glass houses designed by Lady Armstrong in the 1800s, now cared for by the National Trust.   https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/north-east/cragside Production:  Host: Rosie Holdsworth   Producer: Michelle Douglass  Sound Editor: Jesus Gomez     Follow Wild Tales nature podcast on your favourite podcast app or on Instagram @wildtalesnt. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story idea you'd love to hear, contact us at podcasts@nationaltrust.org.uk

For April's Found Sound, Alice meets artist Lucy May Schofield in her studio in rural Northumberland. We hear about Lucy's water-based woodcut printing practice, as well as her fascination with the passage of time, our place in the cosmos and our relationship to the earth. This episode was produced by musician and sound artist Alice Boyd, featuring music by herself and Sam Lee. Thanks go to Lucy May Schofield. 'As the Season Turns' is a podcast created by Ffern in collaboration with Lia Leendertz. Each episode, released on the first of the month, is a guide to what to look out for in the month ahead - from the sky above to the land below. Found Sounds with Alice Boyd are released on the middle Friday of the month. This year, Alice will be travelling across the UK to meet people inspired by heritage crafts, folklore and the landscape, creating a sonic scrapbook of their practice. Ffern is an organic fragrance maker based in Somerset. You can learn more about Ffern's seasonal eau de parfum at ffern.co

Theo reports back on his journey to Northumberland for Easter by electric car. Rob meanwhile is in Montreal contemplating fast-moving political events, and has had a harrowing encounter with a turkey. There's also a crossword to complete, which throws up contemplations ranging from motorbikes to the Sultan of Brunei's standing in the wealth charts.Play along: https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17141 Contact us:twoacrosspod@gmail.comListen to Enthusiasts on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/0p10AAj4tXDtkxfAop3lj2

It is easy to forget the current federal election is not just about the party leaders. While a The post Conservative candidate Philip Lawrence makes his case speaking to local issues facing Northumberland-Clarke appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Getting ready to announce support for party leadership; Conservative rookie MP Lawrence busy guy Trent University student Ava Becker throws her hat into the ring for the NDP in Northumberland-Clarke Liberal candidate John Goheen tackles tariffs, tax cuts, deficits and local issues

In this special episode, historian Corinne Fowler joins EMPIRE LINES live with visual artist and researcher Ingrid Pollard, linking rural British landscapes, buildings, and houses, to global histories of transatlantic slavery, through their book, Our Island Stories: Country Walks Through Colonial Britain (2024).Though integral to national identity in Britain, the countryside is rarely seen as having anything to do with British colonialism. In Our Island Stories, historian Corinne Fowler brings together rural life and colonial rule, through ten country walks with various companions. These journeys combine local and global history, connecting the Cotswolds to Calcutta, Dolgellau to Virginia, and Grasmere to Canton. They also highlight how the British Empire transformed rural lives, whether in Welsh sheep farms or Cornish copper mines, presenting both opportunity and exploitation.Corinne explains how the booming profits of overseas colonial activities directly contributed to enclosure, land clearances, and dispossession in England. They highlight how these histories, usually considered separately, persist in the lives of their descendants and our landscapes today. We explore the two-way flows of colonial plant cultures, as evident in WIlliam Wordsworth's 19th century poems about daffodils, as contemporary works of literature by Chinua Achebe and Grace Nichols.Contemporary artist - and walking companion - Ingrid Pollard shares their research into ferns, seeds, and magic, across Northumberland, the Lake District, and South West England, Ingrid details histories of lacemaking in Devon and Cornwall, and we explore representations of ‘African' and Caribbean flowers in art. Bringing together Ingrid and Corinne's works, installed at the exhibition, Invasion Ecology, at Southcombe Barn on Dartmoor, we also explore their previous collaborations including the project, Colonial Countryside: National Trust Houses Reimagined. Plus, Corinne questions ‘cancel culture' in the British media and academia, drawing on their experiences as Professor of Colonialism and Heritage in Museum Studies at the University of Leicester.Our Island Stories: Country Walks Through Colonial Britain by Corinne Fowler is published by Penguin, and available in all good bookshops and online. You can pre-order the paperback, released on 1 May 2025. This episode was recorded live as part of the programme for Invasion Ecology, co-curated by Jelena Sofronijevic for Radical Ecology, and Vashti Cassinelli at Southcombe Barn, an arts space and gardens on Dartmoor. The central group exhibition, featuring Ingrid Pollard, Iman Datoo, Hanna Tuulikki, Ashish Ghadiali, Fern Leigh Albert, and Ashanti Hare, ran from 1 June to 10 August 2024.The wider programme featured anti-colonial talks and workshops with exhibiting artists, writers, researchers, and gardeners, reimagining more empathic connections between humans, plants, animals, and landscapes. For more information, follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Radical Ecology⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Southcombe Barn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on social media, and visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠radicalecology.earth/events/invasion-ecology-exhibition⁠⁠⁠⁠.Watch the full video conversation online, via Radical Ecology: https://vimeo.com/995929731And find all the links in the first Instagram post: https://www.instagram.com/p/C8cyHX2I28You can also listen to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMPIRE LINES x Invasion Ecology Spotify playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, for episodes with Paul Gilroy, Lubaina Himid, Johny Pitts, and Imani Jacqueline Brown, plus partners from the University of Exeter, KARST, CAST, and the Eden Project in Cornwall.PRODUCER: Jelena Sofronijevic.Follow EMPIRE LINES on Instagram: ⁠instagram.com/empirelinespodcast⁠And Twitter: ⁠twitter.com/jelsofron/status/1306563558063271936⁠Support EMPIRE LINES on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/empirelines

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Charlie Bennett is a regenerative farmer whose passion for history and storytelling transforms seemingly ordinary farming fields into a tapestry of marvels and hidden tales in an episode where wisdom, wit, and wonder converge.When Charlie inherited some farmland in Northumberland, he decided to bring it back to what he calls "common sense farming" - with sustainability, re-wilding and community at its heart.His adventure on the land has seen him plant over 40,000 trees, return stretches of farmland back to nature and persuade Coca-Cola to build him 11 ponds - all part of a bid to boost biodiversity while keeping the farm thriving and productive. Charlie's storytelling and unyielding curiosity offer a fresh vision for the future - a reminder that sometimes, the most profound journeys begin right at the roots of the land. More information on Charlie: https://charliebennettauthor.co.uk/Mentioned in the podcastWilding by Isabella Tree: https://www.isabellatree.com/booksFat Llama: https://fatllama.com - Use the code 'tomfatlama' when signing up to get £20 free creditSupport the podcast: Get a whopping 65% off your first Gousto box at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.gousto.co.uk/raf/?promo_code=TOM42277653⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get in contact:⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tombryanyeah/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/greatbritishadventurespodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@tombryanyeah

Sounds & Sweet Airs - The Complete Works of Shakespeare 'Richard II' Act 4 His forces defeated and his allies fled, Richard faces the unthinkable. Under the watchful eye of York and Northumberland, the King of England prepares to yield his crown... CAST King Richard - Andrew Peter Shaw Bolingbroke - Rhydian Sendall Duke of York - Philip Donnelly Earl of Northumberland - Kati Herbert Bishop of Carlisle - Christine Garvey CREW Writer - William Shakespeare Producer / Director - Dario Knight Sound Engineers - Stephan Medhurst & Gareth Johnson Music - John Bjork

Send us a textHello spring! Tom Pattinson's getting the pruning gear out but please do consider carefully before you chop… Tom's here to give us a steer.Tom Cadwallender's muckle glad to be back and he's enjoying woodpeckers and fieldfares at dawn…And we have an exciting update from the latest dig at Lindisfarne and some amazing new finds…Plus some top tips for the garden from Tom P.Support the showYou can follow Tom Pattinson, Steve and Tom Cadwallender and our wonderful guests and featured flowers, birds and projects on Twitter: @gardenersradio @TheNatureGarden and on Facebook: The Nature Garden. And you can tune in to our monthly live radio show on Saturdays at 11am on www.lionheartradio.com Or email us: gardenersradio@outlook.comThank you for your support!Music link: Gaia by Carl Cape Band on Amazon Music - Amazon.co.uk

This week on Honest To Pete, Katy and Carol are back with a whirlwind catch-up full of home reno wins (and fails), parenting truths, unexpected nudist revelations, and Carol's dreamy European travels—from fish and chips in Northumberland to pasta al fresco in Rome. They cover everything from wallpaper regrets to why spray tans are therapy, and why every mom deserves to fill her own cup.

Sounds & Sweet Airs - The Complete Works of Shakespeare 'Richard II' Act 3 Richard returns to the shores of his kingdom, only to discover the extent of Bolingbroke's return to favour with the public. Sheltering in a castle, the king soon meets with the Earl of Northumberland, who outlines Bolingbroke's demands... CAST King Richard - Andrew Peter Shaw Bolingbroke - Rhydian Sendall Duke of York - Philip Donnelly Earl of Northumberland - Kati Herbert Queen of England - Filipa Garrido Duke of Aumerle - Helen Tamlyn Duchess of York - Jacki Dann Henry Percy - Caspia Huntington-Davies Bishop of Carlisle - Christine Garvey Bagot - Chris Barnett Gardener - Andrew Faber Servant - Gareth Johnson CREW Writer - William Shakespeare Producer / Director - Dario Knight Sound Engineers - Stephan Medhurst & Gareth Johnson Music - John Bjork

You would absolutely know a lychgate if you saw one. They make popular backdrops for wedding photos, and provide a quaint air of rustic charm to country churchyards. They're the wooden or stone gateway, complete with tiled roof, that marks the entry into the churchyard. Not all churches have them, and they're far more common outside churches in the countryside than in suburban or city-centre churches. Yet they do have some folklore attached to them. Let's take a look at what they were for and what beliefs they gave rise to. We'll also look at some popular burial markers you might see in churchyards or cemeteries to broaden our focus to the wider burials. So let's have a look in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Find the images and references on the blog post: https://www.icysedgwick.com/lychgates-and-burial-markers/ Fairies in Northumberland talk on 19 April: https://www.newcastlecastle.co.uk/talks Conway Hall talk about folklore rebels on 26 April: https://www.conwayhall.org.uk/whats-on/event/art-magic-lore-wild-talents/ Get your free guide to home protection the folklore way here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/ Become a member of the Fabulous Folklore Family for bonus episodes and articles at https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Buy Icy a coffee or sign up for bonus episodes at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Fabulous Folklore Bookshop: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/fabulous_folklore Pre-recorded illustrated talks: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick/shop Request an episode: https://forms.gle/gqG7xQNLfbMg1mDv7 Get extra snippets of folklore on Instagram at https://instagram.com/icysedgwick Find Icy on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/icysedgwick.bsky.social 'Like' Fabulous Folklore on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fabulousfolklore/

The Central Susquehanna Valley Thruway is a massive infrastructure project reshaping transportation in central Pennsylvania. With a price tag of approximately $970 million, the project will create a vital bypass along the Route 15 corridor in Snyder, Northumberland, and Columbia counties, while also featuring a new bridge over the West Branch of the Susquehanna River. Spanning over 11 miles, the new roadway aims to ease congestion, improve safety, and support regional economic growth.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I started out with the intention of looking at unusual church names. The problem was, this offered the potential to accidentally poke fun at their congregations. It also didn't help that most churches in the UK have pretty similar names. They're named for individual saints, like St Nicholas' Cathedral in Newcastle, or even all saints like, funnily enough, All Saints. Otherwise, they're named for their location. Yet many churches have such names and preserve a touch of their history, or that of their location, through their names - much like pubs. So I thought I'd look at those churches whose names deviate, even slightly, from the usual 'St Andrew's Church' format. So when I say 'unusual', that's what I mean. Not like the usual names, rather than weird or strange! So let's explore the origins of some church names in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Find the images and references on the blog post: https://www.icysedgwick.com/church-names/ Corpse Roads talk on 2 April: https://www.folkloremythmagic.com/event-details/online-icy-sedgwick-a-tour-of-an-english-corpse-road Fairies in Northumberland talk on 19 April: https://www.newcastlecastle.co.uk/talks Conway Hall talk about folklore rebels on 26 April: https://www.conwayhall.org.uk/whats-on/event/art-magic-lore-wild-talents/ Get your free guide to home protection the folklore way here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/ Become a member of the Fabulous Folklore Family for bonus episodes and articles at https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Buy Icy a coffee or sign up for bonus episodes at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Fabulous Folklore Bookshop: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/fabulous_folklore Pre-recorded illustrated talks: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick/shop Request an episode: https://forms.gle/gqG7xQNLfbMg1mDv7 Get extra snippets of folklore on Instagram at https://instagram.com/icysedgwick Find Icy on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/icysedgwick.bsky.social 'Like' Fabulous Folklore on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fabulousfolklore/

In the last episode of the podcast, you will have heard the history of the Alnwick Castle Kitchens, created by architect Anthony Salvin in the late 1850s for the 4th Duke of Northumberland. In this follow-up episode, you will find out about what has been happening in the past year to open these amazing spaces to the public for the first time ever.The Great Kitchen and its larder rooms will be open for visitors from our 2025 season onwards - and a lot of work has been taking place to make this happen.We are joined by two of the key people involved in 'Project 'Shurlock': Rediscovering the Life of the Great Kitchen at Alnwick Castle' - project head Catherine Neil and one of our favourite recurring guests on the podcast, archivist Chris Hunwick.Catherine and Chris sat together to discuss the first phase of the project and the discoveries made so far. They look over some of the original photographs that inspired the project, explain the project title, and much more. We hope you enjoy this glimpse behind the scenes before your next visit to the castle - where you will see the results of Phase 1!For the episode focusing on the history of the Kitchens, look for episode 77 in our podcast archive. Enjoy!

Before we get into the meat and bones of this episode, an announcement. This podcast will be ending in 2030 and by our calculations, if we carry on the same rate of listens for the next five years, we'll reach 800,000 in total. So dear listener, here is where you come in. Share this podcast with 5 of your friends today and help us reach the 1 million listen mark before we bring this podcast to a close. Simples!Now on with the show, and in today's episode Stuart and William discuss two of those listener questions, beginning with this corker from Jess in Bishop's Tatchbrook, Warwickshire, England - “Random question for you today. Whats the most memorable live musical performance you've seen?”For Stuart, the most memorable performance was Jimi Hendrix at Woodstock in 1969. He goes on to elaborate about the timing of the performance and what he gained from the experience, particularly highlighting Hendrix's improvisational skills.When William interpreted this question, he saw it as being about performances actually witnessed in person, and since he has seen many memorable performances, he finds it difficult to select just one. However after a little internal deliberation he settles on two particular performances. One recent, and one from around 20 years ago. The first was a performance of Beethoven's 5th piano concerto at Oxford's Sheldonian Theatre, where he was amazed by a virtuoso pianist playing entirely from memory. His second pick was seeing The White Stripes at the Shepherd's Bush Empire, where he was impressed by Jack White's stage presence and the duo's chemistry. He also concludes with an action: to see The Flaming Lips live, you won't regret it!After all that musical waffle, Stuart and William then go onto talk through the following question from Brenda in Northumberland, England - “I notice you don't have too many promotional platforms, or try to do too many things. Is this because of time constraints or do you feel doing too many things and having too many offerings for your audience could be a distraction and divide your audience?”Stuart initiates the discussion by explaining that time constraints limit their promotional efforts. He notes that expanding to new platforms can divide audience attention and potentially serve as an excuse for failure.William goes on to describe their recording process, which ensures the podcast is consistently released on time. He emphasises that word of mouth remains their most effective form of promotion.Stuart expands the conversation by expressing his frustration with creatives who constantly launch new channels or ideas rather than committing to one project and seeing it through.Stuart points out for this podcast their listener numbers remain stable even without active promotion, which he sees as a testament to the podcast's success. He prefers maintaining a consistent audience rather than pursuing a boom-and-bust approach that chases listener numbers.William concludes by questioning whether creatives truly understand the implications of having a large audience, suggesting many pursue big numbers without considering the consequences.What do you make of this discussion? Do you have a question that you'd like us to discuss? Let us know by sending an email to ⁠thepeoplescountryside@gmail.comSign the Petition - Improve The Oxfordshire Countryside Accessibility For All Disabilities And Abilities: change.org/ImproveTheOxfordshireCountrysideAccessibilityForAllDisabilitiesAndAbilitiesFundraiser For An Extreme 8 All-terrain Wheelchair: justgiving.com/wildmanonwheelsThis podcast's overall themes are nature, philosophy, climate, the human condition, sustainability, and social justice. Help us to spread the impact of the podcast by sharing this link with 5 friends podfollow.com/ThePeoplesCountrysideEnvironmentalDebatePodcast, support our work through Patreon patreon.com/thepeoplescountryside⁠. Find out all about the podcast via this one simple link: linktr.ee/thepeoplescountryside

Looking at the origins of sports team names might seem antithetical to folklore. Yet sport forms part of the ritual calendar for many people, whether on a personal or a mass scale. Look at the good luck rituals people follow before they watch their team play. Or how about the sporting events that become part of the folk tradition of a place through their regularity? Some team names refer to the history of the area. Others refer to the specific history of the team. Some are generic, designed to sound powerful or intimidating. And others have links to folklore! So let's explore the origins of sports team names in UK football, NHL hockey, and minor league baseball in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Find the images and references on the blog post: https://www.icysedgwick.com/sports-team-names/ Corpse Roads talk on 2 April: https://www.folkloremythmagic.com/event-details/online-icy-sedgwick-a-tour-of-an-english-corpse-road Fairies in Northumberland talk on 19 April: https://www.newcastlecastle.co.uk/talks Conway Hall talk about folklore rebels on 26 April: https://www.conwayhall.org.uk/whats-on/event/art-magic-lore-wild-talents/ Get your free guide to home protection the folklore way here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/ Become a member of the Fabulous Folklore Family for bonus episodes and articles at https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Buy Icy a coffee or sign up for bonus episodes at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Fabulous Folklore Bookshop: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/fabulous_folklore Pre-recorded illustrated talks: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick/shop Request an episode: https://forms.gle/gqG7xQNLfbMg1mDv7 Get extra snippets of folklore on Instagram at https://instagram.com/icysedgwick Find Icy on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/icysedgwick.bsky.social 'Like' Fabulous Folklore on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fabulousfolklore/

The international break is here and Marcus has worn his very best lilac t-shirt to celebrate the occasion. My giddy aunt, what a time to be alive.Today, he, Luke, Vish and Andy share their first impressions of Thomas Tuchel as England manager. We also celebrate Big Dan Burn being awarded the Freedom of Northumberland, give our support to Gennaro Gattuso after his recent argument on live TV and pay our respects to former Bulgarian footballer Petko Ganchev who is thankfully still alive and well.We're going on tour! Get your tickets now: https://footballramblelive.com.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My guests for this episode are a pair of friends who met at a tap dancing class and went on to become creative business partners. They have been sewing for more than 30 years, many of which were spent working together in their sewing studio in Ilkley in Yorkshire.Since Covid, their classes in sewing and quilting have gone from in person, on a local level, to online and a world-wide audience. They say their mission is to empower women through sewing, one stitch at a time.Their latest project, the book, Menopause Makes was borne out of many conversations between the friends about the Menopause. They had previously written a book together and decided that as it was a topic of conversation they regularly spoke about, surely many other women were doing the same, so why not write about it in a sewing context.Along with a foreword by Dr Hannah Davies, a doctor specialising in menopause and lifestyle medicine, the book contains 10 patterns, one for each of ten different menopause symptoms. There is a sleep mask to aid insomnia, a basket for lost things to help with memory loss and keep cool quilt for night sweats.As well as running classes, both online and in person, Jenni & Kay have travelled abroad to meet crafters from overseas, tell their stories and learn about their traditional crafts and techniques producing crafty travelogues as part of their online courses. Among their creative destinations have been Ireland, the Netherlands and Hawaii along with locations closer to their homes in Yorkshire, like Scotland and Northumberland.For the full show notes for this episode, please visit the Making Stitches Podcast website. To join the mailing list for the Making Stitches Newsletter, please click onto this link.The theme music is Make You Smile by RGMusic from Melody Loops .The Making Stitches logo was designed by Neil Warburton at iamunknown.You can support Making Stitches Podcast with running costs through Ko-fi.Making Stitches  Podcast is supported by the Making Stitches Shop which offers Making Stitches Podcast merchandise for sale as well as Up the Garden Path crochet patterns created by me & illustrated by Emma Jackson.Making Stitches Podcast is presented, recorded and edited by Lindsay Weston.

Brenda, from Northumberland, England, sets your two co-hosts the first of today's listeners' questions - “Some people feel meteorites seeded Earth with chemicals and substances that helped the soup of life evolve. Could DNA have been seeded too? Some feel other life forms have been sending meteors to seed our planet and direct the course of our evolution too. Should we rule anything out as much of science is based on hunches etc”.William kicks off the chat with his earth-shattering revelation that comets are apparently the unsung heroes of life's origin story on our planet. He then meanders into a bizarre discussion with Stuart about the idea that meteorites might be sentient beings. Stuart, in his infinite wisdom, muses that these space rocks could be life's catalysts, but with the brilliant insight that there's an assumption of life beyond Earth.William, in a dazzling display of ignorance, poses the existential question: How did DNA come to be? Shockingly, he admits he doesn't have a clue.He then passionately rails against Brenda's so-called "hunches," declaring that science is based on observing reality instead of flights of fancy. Stuart, ever the skeptic, dismisses the notion that other species sent these meteorites to seed the planet as mere science fiction, teetering on the edge of paranoia.William heroically attempts to explain that theories in science aren't mere guesswork but are meticulously documented and reviewed. He spins this into an environmental rant, highlighting that every scientific discipline is screaming about the havoc we're wreaking on the planet.Stuart wraps up with his groundbreaking advice: If a door closes in your face, open it again. Because, surprise, that's what doors are supposed to do.The second listener question comes in from Paula, Norfolk, England - “Do you feel the freedom to say whatever you want on your podcast?”William starts this riveting discussion with the ever-ambiguous “yes, but…” because who doesn't love a good contradiction right off the bat?Stuart chimes in with the groundbreaking observation that they have freedom, with some responsibility—an astonishing revelation. He then drops the bombshell that no matter what, someone's going to get offended. Not that they're being offensive, of course, but people are just so sensitive these days.Stuart then proceeds to challenge the notion that you need to be an academic to voice your opinion, because who needs expertise when you have a platform and an opinion?When William speaks on the podcast, he actually thinks about what he's saying, which is a refreshing change in today's world of mindless chatter. He prides himself on voicing his own truths—because the world definitely needs more personal truths.William then tackles the delicate subject of causing offense, suggesting that the best way forward is communication. Stuart wraps up this episode with some profound advice: in your own life, think about should it be said, not could it be said. A nugget of wisdom that's sure to leave listeners pondering the mysteries of the universe.What do you make of this discussion? Do you have a question that you'd like us to discuss? Let us know by sending an email to ⁠thepeoplescountryside@gmail.comThis podcast's overall themes are nature, philosophy, climate, the human condition, sustainability, and social justice. Help us to spread the podcast by sharing this link with 5 friends podfollow.com/ThePeoplesCountrysideEnvironmentalDebatePodcast , support us work through Patreon patreon.com/thepeoplescountryside⁠. Find out all about the podcast via this link: linktr.ee/thepeoplescountrysideSign the Petition - Improve The Oxfordshire Countryside Accessibility For All Disabilities And Abilities: change.org/ImproveTheOxfordshireCountrysideAccessibilityForAllDisabilitiesAndAbilitiesFundraiser For An Extreme 8 All-terrain Wheelchair: justgiving.com/wildmanonwheels

Mark Steadman, general manager of Macdonald Linden Hall Golf and Spa, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about his full-service resort located on a country estate near Newcastle, England. Guests staying at the property can explore the many attractions in Northumberland and then retreat to the hotel's spa or play golf at its country club. For more information, www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk/linden-hall. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel  (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean,  iHeartRadio,  Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.  

The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail and the Ontario Real Estate Association.Greetings you curious, you courageous Herle Burly-ites! I want you to cast your mind back 5 or 6 years.  Doug Ford, 1st term Premier of Ontario, had popularity numbers that, if they weren't all time lows, were lower than the voice of the great Johnny Cash, after a weeklong bourbon bender. Today, Mr. Ford is celebrating his 3rd straight majority government, increasing his seat totals each time out. 3 straight majorities is a political feat that hasn't been accomplished in Ontario in almost 70 years. The chief strategic architect of that turnaround and subsequent history-making success is our guest today on the pod, Kory Teneycke.Most of you listeners know Kory from his seat on the Curse of Politics political panel, where he gives as good a soundbite as he gets with me, Scott and Jordan.Today I want to have a deeper, more detailed conversation into the just finished Ontario election. We'll get right into the weeds of the strategies ... from Willowdale to Windsor ... Northumberland to Niagara ... Mississauga to Mushkegowuk ... and all points in between.Thank you for joining us on #TheHerleBurly podcast. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, or your favourite podcast app.Watch episodes of The Herle Burly via Air Quotes Media on YouTube.

New rules for the pig supply chain are due to be introduced this Spring to help even-up what DEFRA describes as a 'power imbalance' between farmers and processors. The rules have been developed after a crisis in the industry caused by a combination of Brexit and Covid - when back in 2021, a shortage of staff at processing sites left farmers unable to send their pigs for slaughter, despite having contracts in place. So how much difference will it make?We find out about a project called FruitWatch, being run by the University of Reading, which monitors blossom emergence and fruit using pictures and comments sent in by members of the public.And we visit Fallowlees Farm - a charity farm set up after the Covid lockdowns to give women in Newcastle the chance to experience rural Northumberland. Presented by Anna Hill Produced by Heather Simons

In the northernmost reaches of England, nestled within a serene 65-hectare park teeming with deer and red squirrels, lies an unassuming body of water known as Bolam Lake. Once referred to as Bolam Bog, this peaceful setting holds a chilling legend—the story of a creature said to lurk within the surrounding woodland. Since the 1990s, reports of a towering, hairy figure with glowing red eyes and large fangs have surfaced. Could the wilds of Northumberland conceal something far more sinister than just wildlife?Join Gary and GoldieAnn today as they travel Within the Mists of England to bring you the legend of the Beast of Bolam Lake. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the northernmost reaches of England, nestled within a serene 65-hectare park teeming with deer and red squirrels, lies an unassuming body of water known as Bolam Lake. Once referred to as Bolam Bog, this peaceful setting holds a chilling legend—the story of a creature said to lurk within the surrounding woodland. Since the 1990s, reports of a towering, hairy figure with glowing red eyes and large fangs have surfaced. Could the wilds of Northumberland conceal something far more sinister than just wildlife?Join Gary and GoldieAnn today as they travel Within the Mists of England to bring you the legend of the Beast of Bolam Lake. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Chris Ferguson, visitor experience director at Ad Gefrin, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about his unique museum and whisky distillery in the heart of Northumberland in England. Ad Gefrin features a museum showcasing the history of the Anglo-Saxon people, but it also has a distillery that you can tour and taste some great single malt whisky, plus a wonderful restaurant with local specialties. For more information, visit https://adgefrin.co.uk or www.visitbritain.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel  (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean,  iHeartRadio,  Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.  

Claire Watson Armstrong, owner of Bamburgh Castle, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about her family's medieval fort on the coast of Northumberland in the North East of England. Armstrong details the history of the castle, how her family came to own it, and yes, there have been a few great movies filmed here—and you can even stay in the castle. For more information, visit www.bamburghcastle.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel  (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean,  iHeartRadio,  Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.  

This week on the Vlogcast we are chatting with Jim Scott about photography, Castles and Northumberland. We cover why he got in to photography and also his passion for history and how he is getting on with his project to photograph every Castle in Northumberland .https://www.jimscottphotography.com/https://www.instagram.com/jimscottphoto/#Link to our Facebook podcast page : https://www.facebook.com/groups/513396949818241Link to all of My workshops :⁠https://www.paulthomsonphotography.co.uk/workshops

Today we are covering two appeals: Freda Green who has been missing since 2nd April 1972 and The Wark Forest man who has been unidentified since 1990. Both cases have had recent new appeals and are important to cover.Important information provided by: https://www.dudleynews.co.uk/news/24935701.new-appeal-find-missing-brierley-hill-woman-freda-green/https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/black-country/freda-margaret-green-missing-breaking-31005123https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1wevy9487doMIssing People profile: https://www.missingpeople.org.uk/help-us-find/freda-green-24-128818If you know anything please contact West Midlands Missing Persons Investigation Unit on 0121 626 7003.https://locate.international/appeals/wark-forest-man - If you have information please contact Locate International using the contact form in the link.Contemporary news articles: https://www.findmypast.co.uk/homeMusic by: dl-sounds.comFollow the Unseen Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unseen-podcast/id1318473466?uo=4Follow the Unseen Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xWK7Mu3bTP6oziZvxrwSK?si=QxvyPkZ2TdCDscnfxyeRawJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/unseenpodFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theunseenpodFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theunseenpod/Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theunseenpod?fan_landing=trueSubscribe to 10 Minute True Crime: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/10-minute-true-crime/id1591474862

We're on a break at the moment, researching and writing our sixth series, but, to fill the gap, this is the fourth of six new compilation episodes containing a trio of stories from across our earlier series. We've entitled this episode Three Remarkable Beasts because these tales are all about pretty weird creatures. They include our Hampshire story from Series 4, The Wherwell Cockatrice, our recent Surrey story, Captain Salvin and his Flying Pig, and our second lap Northumberland story, The Laidly Worm.We really hope you enjoy them, if you're a Patreon supporter then we will speak to you on Thursday during our February Patreon Exclusive episode all about East of the Sun and West of the Moon, and will otherwise be back with another new compilation episode next Monday!The Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcast Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For episode 98 of the podcast, I am joined by renowned classical guitar maker Gary Southwell. Based on the banks of the River Rede in Northumberland, England, Southwell has been building instruments since 1983. Gary and I talk about the unique characteristics of Bog Oak, the history and influence of 19th-century Viennese guitars, his interactions with Julian Bream, and some reflections on 50 years of guitar making.  https://www.southwellguitars.co.uk/ Luthier on Luthier is hosted by Michael Bashkin of Bashkin Guitars and brought to you by the Fretboard Journal. This episode is sponsored by Dream Guitars and StewMac. Want to support Luthier on Luthier? Join our Patreon to get access to exclusive photos and content from Michael and his builds.  

Jane Dudley and the Fall of the Dudley Dynasty    What happens when you're married to one of the most powerful men in England—only to see it all come crashing down?   Jane Dudley, Duchess of Northumberland, lived through a series of devastating events that could have destroyed her. She saw her family rise to incredible heights and then fall dramatically from grace. But her story isn't just about tragedy—it's about resilience, quiet strength, and survival in the cutthroat world of Tudor politics.   On this day in Tudor history, 15th January 1555, Jane Dudley passed away. But her legacy, through her children and her loyalty to her cause, endures.   How did this forgotten duchess navigate the dangerous world of the Tudor court? And what price did her family pay for ambition?   Let's uncover the story of a woman who, despite incredible loss, left a lasting mark on English history.    #TudorHistory #DudleyDynasty #JaneDudley #HistoricalMysteries #OnThisDay #HistoryTok #TudorEngland #RoyalDrama #WomenInHistory #Resilience

Episode 193 of The Adventure Podcast features horse rider and adventurer, Jane Dotchin. Jane is an incredible woman. She has been embarking on a remarkable 600 mile horseback journey from her home in Northumberland to Inverness every year since 1972. Now in her eighties, Jane's annual trek, accompanied by her pony, Diamond, and her Jack Russell Terrier, Dinky, has become a testament to resilience, independence, and a style of living that feels lost in the modern world. Traveling with just the essentials, Jane covers up to twenty miles a day, forging connections with people along her route and adapting to the challenges of modern travel which have completely changed her journey over the years. We travelled up to meet Jane in her cabin home in Northumberland and filmed this episode live, sat in a wood store by the river. Hopefully you enjoy this episode with a lady who represents a way of living that we could all learn something from.This episode is available in-vision on our substack channel, The Adventure Podcast+ ; www.theadventurepodcast.substack.com. You can also follow along and join in on Instagram @‌theadventurepodcast.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-adventure-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.