Folklore Friday Here is the bird that never flew Here is the tree that never grew Here is the bell that never rang Here is the fish that...

"Here we go gathering nuts in May Nuts in May, nuts in May Here we go gathering nuts in May On a cold and frosty morning" Pignut...

Blackbirds were the first bird I ever remember reading a story about. I only vaguely remember the story as it was many years ago, however...

That magical tree that guards the entrance to the fairy kingdom. Rumour has it that many an unsuspecting traveller has been lured into...

Oak trees have long been venerated trees. They are often called the cathedrals of the natural world. Oaks have an exceptionally long...

Its National Unicorn Day so I thought we ought to take a closer look at them for #folklorefriday Did you know that the unicorn is the...

Yesterday on my way to work at a school I drove through a pass in the hills. Either side of the road was resplendent with bright,...

Many of us are familiar with trolls from films such as Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Troll, or even the DreamWorks animation Trolls....

Symbol of protection and wisdom. The rowan is an elegant, magical tree. Its delicate feather-like leaves and bright berries are a...

Folklore Friday The northern European countries of Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Ireland, and Scotland all have strong traditions of...