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Hospitals can feel very different after dark. The corridors grow quiet, the wards empty, and suddenly every unexplained sound seems that little bit closer. In this episode of the Dark Wales Tours Podcast, we retell the true story sent to us by one of you, who once worked as a security guard at a hospital. A job that meant walking its corridors when most people had gone home. During his time there, he experienced a series of strange and unsettling incidents that he has never been able to fully explain. Were they simply the result of long nights, an old building and an imagination heightened by the darkness? Or did this security guard encounter something that still lingers within the hospital walls? Turn down the lights, put on your headphones and join us as we explore his story and ask a disturbing question… When a hospital falls silent for the night, are the security guards really the only ones still walking its corridors? And as always, if you have experienced something strange, unexplained or downright terrifying, we want to hear from you. Send your true stories to [email protected]  and your experience could feature in a future episode of the Dark Wales Tours Podcast.

Plas Mawr is one of the most beautiful historic houses in Wales… but behind its Elizabethan walls are stories that refuse to stay silent. In this episode of the Dark Wales Tours Podcast, we explore the history, legends and reported hauntings of Plas Mawr in Conwy, from its wealthy Tudor past to the chilling tales of strange figures, phantom smells, a mysterious black dog, and the infamous story of the chimney where something may still be trying to escape. We look at the real history, the folklore, the modern accounts, and the possible rational explanations, while asking the question that keeps this house so unsettling: is Plas Mawr simply preserving the past, or is something inside it still waiting to be heard? Listen now, follow Dark Wales Tours for more Welsh ghost stories, haunted history, folklore and paranormal mysteries, and share your own strange experiences with us at [email protected]. Find us on social media and visit us on www.darkwalestours.co.uk.

What lies beneath Wales? In this chilling episode of the Dark Wales Tours Podcast, we descend into the darkness beneath castles, cities and forgotten landscapes to explore haunted tunnels, underground legends and the terrifying belief that some places may have once been seen as gateways to Hell. From the bone-lined passages of the Paris Catacombs and the disturbing legend of the lost camcorder man, to the eerie cave beneath Carreg Cennen Castle in Wales and the infamous gateway legend of Houska Castle in Europe, this episode follows the stories, folklore and real accounts that have made underground places so feared across the world. Why do tunnels feel haunted? Why have caves, mines and hidden passages so often been linked with spirits, death, the underworld and things that should never be disturbed? And could Wales have its own dark connections beneath the surface? Step carefully. Once you enter the tunnel, the way back may not feel the same. Follow us on social media and visit our website for more information about the tours we conduct around Wales.

For centuries, people around the world have claimed to witness strange figures, mysterious lights and unsettling warnings before tragedy strikes. Coincidence... or something far more mysterious? In this episode of the Dark Wales Tours Podcast, we explore the chilling legend of Mothman, the winged figure reportedly seen in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, before the tragic collapse of the Silver Bridge. We examine the documented eyewitness accounts, the real disaster that followed, and the rational explanations alongside the paranormal theories that continue to fascinate people today. But Mothman is only the beginning. Travel with us from America to Wales as we uncover the haunting Welsh traditions of the Cannwyll Corff, the eerie cries of the Cyhyraeth, and the strange warnings once believed to echo through the coal mines before disaster struck. Are these simply powerful folklore and examples of our minds searching for patterns, or could they be part of a much older phenomenon found in cultures across the world? Join us as we explore the evidence, the history, the folklore, and the stories that have left generations wondering whether some warnings arrive before catastrophe. If you've ever experienced something you couldn't explain, we'd love to hear your story. Email us at [email protected] your experience could feature in a future episode. If you enjoy the podcast, please follow Dark Wales Tours on Spotify, share this episode with someone who loves the unexplained, and explore our back catalogue of haunted history, Welsh folklore, ghost stories, and real-life mysteries. And if you'd like to experience Wales' darker side for yourself, join us on one of our award-winning ghost tours or follow us on social media. Head to www.darkwalestours.co.uk for more information. You never know what might be waiting in the shadows.

A dog suddenly growls at an empty corner. A cat watches something move across a room that appears to be empty. A child calmly talks about the person standing on the stairs… but nobody else can see them. In this chilling episode of the Dark Wales Tours Podcast, we explore one of the paranormal world’s most unsettling questions: can animals and children see ghosts? From dogs that appear to sense unseen presences and animals linked with warnings of death, to children’s imaginary friends, strange childhood encounters and young people who claim to remember people and places they should never have known, we examine documented stories, scientific theories and centuries of supernatural belief. We also journey into Welsh folklore, exploring the terrifying Cŵn Annwn, the spectral hounds of the Otherworld, and ask whether our ancestors believed something that modern adults have simply learned to ignore. Could extraordinary hearing, smell and instinct explain strange animal behaviour? Are childhood ghost sightings simply vivid imagination? Or are animals and children somehow more sensitive to a hidden world existing alongside our own? Because the next time your dog suddenly stops… raises its head… and stares into the empty darkness behind you… you might find yourself asking the same question. What can they see that we can’t? Listen now and tell us what you believe. Have you ever seen your pet react to something you couldn’t see? Did you have an imaginary friend as a child, or has your child ever described someone who wasn’t there? We would love to hear your true experiences. Email us at [email protected] your story could inspire a future episode of the Dark Wales Tours Podcast.

Could an ordinary mirror really become the centre of a terrifying legend? Why have cultures across the world feared reflections for centuries, and why do so many of those beliefs echo through Welsh folklore? In this episode of the Dark Wales Tours Podcast, we explore the chilling history, mythology, and psychology behind haunted mirrors. From the legend of Bloody Mary and ancient divination rituals to Victorian mourning traditions, Welsh folklore, and documented modern cases that captured headlines around the world, we uncover why mirrors continue to inspire fear unlike almost any other everyday object. You'll hear real stories, famous urban legends, fascinating historical beliefs, and the surprising science behind strange mirror experiences, including the psychological experiments that caused volunteers to see faces, figures, and even loved ones staring back at them. We also separate fact from fiction, examining where these stories came from and why they continue to endure. If you enjoy ghost stories, haunted history, Welsh folklore, true mysteries, urban legends, and the darker side of the unexplained, this episode is for you. If you enjoy the podcast, please follow, rate, and share it, it really helps more people discover our work. And if you've ever experienced something you can't explain, we'd love to hear your story. Email us at [email protected]. New episodes explore haunted places, paranormal mysteries, forgotten history, Welsh legends, and real-life unexplained events from Wales and around the world. #HauntedMirrors #GhostStories #WelshFolklore #ParanormalPodcast #DarkWalesTours

What They Don't Teach You About The Titanic: The Dark Welsh Connection to Titanic When people think of the RMS Titanic sinking, they think of the iceberg… the lifeboats… the tragedy. But few ever hear about Wales. In this episode, we uncover the hidden Welsh connections to the RMS Titanic from the coal that powered the ship, to the Welsh passengers who never made it home… and the chilling story of a man who may have heard Titanic’s final distress signals from a quiet valley over 3,000 miles away. This is a story of industry, sacrifice, and something far more mysterious. 🔹 The Welsh coal that fuelled Titanic 🔹 The real stories of Welsh passengers and crew 🔹 The haunting account of Arthur Ernest Moore 🔹 And the strange, unexplained signals that still raise questions today Were these events simply coincidence… or is there something more behind the story of Titanic that history doesn’t fully explain? Subscribe for more dark history, forgotten stories, and hidden truths from Wales and beyond.

What if the same ghost… has been seen for centuries? Across Wales and far beyond, people continue to report encounters with a mysterious figure known only as The Woman in White. Different places. Different times. Yet the descriptions never change. A silent presence. A fleeting glimpse. A feeling that something… isn’t right. In this episode, we explore one of the most enduring and unsettling paranormal patterns ever recorded a phenomenon that refuses to disappear, no matter how many times it’s explained away. Is she a manifestation of grief? A trick of the human mind? Or something far older… still walking among us?  What You’ll Discover: • Real accounts of Woman in White sightings  • Why witnesses describe the same figure across centuries  • The connection between memory, place, and unexplained encounters  • Why this phenomenon continues to persist today   Viewer Warning: This film contains atmospheric horror and deeply unsettling themes.  About Dark Wales Tours: At Dark Wales Tours, we explore the true stories, folklore, and unexplained phenomena hidden within the Welsh landscape — where history and mystery meet.  Join the Discussion: Have you ever seen something you couldn’t explain? Tell us in the comments below…

What if the Lost Colony of Roanoke was never truly lost? For over four centuries, this story has been wrapped in mystery, conspiracy, and fear. A vanished colony. A single word carved into wood. No bodies. No evidence. No explanation. But what if the truth isn’t hidden… What if it’s just uncomfortable? In this video, we explore the real history of Roanoke, separating fact from fiction, and uncovering the most widely supported theory—one that challenges everything we think we know. Because Roanoke may not have ended in violence. It may not have ended at all. From historical records and archaeological evidence to DNA research and forgotten accounts, we break down what likely happened—and why it continues to haunt us today. And more importantly… why this story feels so familiar.

The bell rings when it shouldn’t. Footsteps echo in empty corridors. Children’s voices carry through buildings that have been silent for decades. And no matter where you are in the world… the stories are always the same. Schools aren’t meant to be haunted. So why do they all feel the same? From abandoned classrooms in Japan… to forgotten universities in Eastern Europe… to chilling reports in Cardiff and right here in Wales,  this is a pattern that refuses to go away. In this video, we explore real accounts of hauntings in schools and universities across the world , including documented cases, eyewitness experiences, and the uncomfortable truth behind why these places feel the way they do. Is it acoustics? Psychology? Environmental factors? Or is it something far more unsettling… something tied to memory, control, and the experiences left behind? Because in Wales, we understand this better than most. Our castles are haunted by violence. Our mines are haunted by loss.

Some places don’t stay behind when you leave them. Across the world, from the mountains of Wales to the cities of Japan, people tell the same chilling story. You visit a place where something terrible happened. A battlefield. An abandoned hospital. A forgotten road. And weeks later… You start to feel like you’re not alone anymore. In Japan, this presence has a name: the Onryō, a spirit born from grief, betrayal, and rage so powerful it refuses to fade. Unlike most ghosts, the Onryō doesn’t haunt buildings. It follows people. But what makes this even more disturbing is that similar stories appear in Welsh folklore, centuries before Japan and Wales had any cultural connection. The Cyhyraeth, the Gwrach y Rhibyn, and strange mountain spirits said to follow those who answer voices in the mist. Different cultures. Different names. But the same behaviour. In this video we explore the terrifying possibility that these encounters aren’t just ghost stories, but something much stranger. Why do witnesses across the world describe the same rules? Why does acknowledging something unseen sometimes make it go away… while ignoring it makes it worse? And why do people who visit certain places report the same unsettling feeling: That something followed them home. From documented historical accounts in Wales to modern urban legends in Japan, this is the story of the spirits that don’t haunt places… they haunt people.

If someone knocked at your door late at night… would you answer? The Black Eyed Children phenomenon is one of the most disturbing paranormal legends in modern history, and the encounters reported around the world are far too consistent to ignore. In this video, we explore the terrifying true cases, chilling witness accounts, and ancient folklore connections behind Black Eyed Children (BEKs). From America to England to Wales, people describe the same unsettling pattern: polite children, jet-black eyes, a request to come inside… and an overwhelming sense of dread. Are Black Eyed Children demonic entities bound by ancient rules? Spirits mimicking humanity? A modern urban legend that took on a life of its own? Or something psychological that reveals a darker truth about human fear, boundaries, and consent?

They were there one second… gone the next. No screams. No bodies. No trace. Across forests, oceans, skies and mountains, people have vanished in ways that defy logic, science and explanation. From the chilling disappearances inside the Bennington Triangle to the mystery of Amelia Earhart, from lighthouse keepers lost without warning to a Welsh prince who stepped into legend, this video explores the most terrifying unsolved disappearances in history. Are these simply tragic missing person cases, or is there a hidden pattern linking them across countries and centuries? In this deep dive into unexplained mysteries, paranormal theories and historical enigmas, we investigate cases where footprints stop mid trail, planes fade mid transmission and witnesses watch someone vanish in plain sight. We explore rational explanations including psychological factors, environmental dangers and historical context, but we also examine the darker possibilities. Could thin places exist where reality bends? Could some disappearances be connected by something older than nations and older than language itself?

Christmas has always carried a darker side, hidden beneath the lights, the warmth, and the celebration. In this episode, Dark Wales Tours explores why Christmas is considered one of the most haunted times of the year. From ancient winter folklore and psychological instincts to the storytelling traditions of Dickens and M. R. James, we uncover the real reasons ghost stories have shaped the festive season for centuries. This is a deep dive into the dark origins of Christmas hauntings, the global winter spirits that refuse to fade, and the powerful emotional pull that draws us to fear at the coldest time of the year. Discover how historical beliefs, Victorian supernatural traditions, and modern horror culture all connect to a timeless truth: winter has always belonged to the dead. We examine real Christmas hauntings from Wales and around the world, the influence of Dickens on festive ghost lore, and the way the BBC revived the tradition with M. R. James adaptations and new stories by Mark Gatiss. If you love history, folklore, psychology, and the paranormal, this is your definitive journey into the haunted heart of Christmas.

The Oldest Question in the World: What Really Haunts Us? For as long as humans have told stories, we’ve been haunted by the same question: What are ghosts? This video traces the origins of the supernatural from the world’s oldest civilisations to the haunted landscapes of Wales today. It explores how Mesopotamian priests, Greek philosophers, Chinese scholars, Celtic bards, and modern paranormal investigators have all confronted the same mystery. Ghosts have never belonged to one culture, they belong to every era, every belief system, and every human fear. This episode dives deep into the history, science, and psychology of hauntings. We examine, medieval sightings, and the rise of modern ghost evidence. We look at world-famous cases such as Anne Boleyn’s haunting, Borley Rectory, and the chilling spirits of Plas Teg. We explore Welsh traditions including the cyhyraeth, the phantom funeral, and the Otherworld that lies just beyond the mist. Every story reveals the same unsettling truth: the line between the living and the dead is far thinner than we’d like to believe. We also break down major theories about the paranormal, Stone Tape Theory, residual hauntings, consciousness as energy, time slips, tulpas, emotional imprints, parallel universes, and the possibility that hauntings may come from within us rather than outside us. At the same time, we address skepticism, psychology, pareidolia, and the scientific explanations people use to dismiss what they’ve seen. The video doesn’t tell you what to believe, it gives you the evidence, the history, and the patterns, and lets you decide what truly haunts us.