Emma LH Ghost Catcher Isles
@ghostcatcherisles.com
steampunk. writer. folklore lover. street art fan. tsundoku and ikebana enthusiast. hamster lover
Writer at Ghost Catcher Isles, Haunted Magazine & Unexplained.ie
Blog: https://ghostcatcherisles.com/
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Writer at Ghost Catcher Isles, Haunted Magazine & Unexplained.ie
Blog: https://ghostcatcherisles.com/
Ko-fi.com/ghostcatcherisles
https://linktr.ee/gh
Reposted by Emma LH Ghost Catcher Isles
An interesting painting that hits all our buttons.
George Roux - Spirit, 1885
#opeaghost #podcast #paranormal #art #painting
George Roux - Spirit, 1885
#opeaghost #podcast #paranormal #art #painting
December 30, 2025 at 12:33 AM
An interesting painting that hits all our buttons.
George Roux - Spirit, 1885
#opeaghost #podcast #paranormal #art #painting
George Roux - Spirit, 1885
#opeaghost #podcast #paranormal #art #painting
Celebrating a wonderful night of storytelling with Natalie Doig and Steph Lay at "Winterval ", where I told my tale of the battle between the Holly King and Oak King. Yummy white port: cheers!
#storytelling #stories #storyteller #winterval #celebrate
#storytelling #stories #storyteller #winterval #celebrate
December 30, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Celebrating a wonderful night of storytelling with Natalie Doig and Steph Lay at "Winterval ", where I told my tale of the battle between the Holly King and Oak King. Yummy white port: cheers!
#storytelling #stories #storyteller #winterval #celebrate
#storytelling #stories #storyteller #winterval #celebrate
Reposted by Emma LH Ghost Catcher Isles
Here's how to join the winterval story telling event: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/winterval-...
Winterval Ghost Stories with Nat Doig and Special Guests
Join Nat Doig from Weird in the Wade podcast for an evening of ghost stories and folktales.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
December 29, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Here's how to join the winterval story telling event: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/winterval-...
Please join us tonight!
I was just interviewed on BBC 3CR talking about Weird in the Wade and the Online Winterval Ghost Stories event tonight There are still some tickets left for the event tonight and you can book on right up until 6:30pm (the event starts at 7pm) Details in the comments
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BBC Three Counties Radio - Liz Flower, 29/12/2025
Liz eases you through your mid-morning with music and conversation.
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December 29, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Please join us tonight!
Ahoy there! Feast your eyes upon this marvel! Ever keen to create a distraction, watch as I help to steal the crown jewels!
Will anarchy prevail? Filmed by Bottlejack & Hastener watch V1CT0R1A to find out!
youtu.be/oeWALR8GTzM?...
Will anarchy prevail? Filmed by Bottlejack & Hastener watch V1CT0R1A to find out!
youtu.be/oeWALR8GTzM?...
V1CT0R1A
YouTube video by Simon Lock
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December 27, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Ahoy there! Feast your eyes upon this marvel! Ever keen to create a distraction, watch as I help to steal the crown jewels!
Will anarchy prevail? Filmed by Bottlejack & Hastener watch V1CT0R1A to find out!
youtu.be/oeWALR8GTzM?...
Will anarchy prevail? Filmed by Bottlejack & Hastener watch V1CT0R1A to find out!
youtu.be/oeWALR8GTzM?...
I wrote a magical little Christmas story to go along with a gift of Danny Robins book "Do you Believe in Ghosts?" I gave it to my young folklore loving friend Katy. I hope Katy liked it. Merry Christmas!
#christmasstory #elf #doyoubelieveinghosts #kidsbook
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#christmasstory #elf #doyoubelieveinghosts #kidsbook
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The Christmas Elf and the Ghostly Gift: An Uncanny Story
An Uncanny Christmas story for little folklorist Katy, by Emma L. Holohan
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December 25, 2025 at 10:06 AM
I wrote a magical little Christmas story to go along with a gift of Danny Robins book "Do you Believe in Ghosts?" I gave it to my young folklore loving friend Katy. I hope Katy liked it. Merry Christmas!
#christmasstory #elf #doyoubelieveinghosts #kidsbook
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#christmasstory #elf #doyoubelieveinghosts #kidsbook
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Day 24 of the Advent Calendar: Magical Christmas Eve Gift Bringers.
On Christmas Eve we celebrate the magical figures who bring us joy and gifts. From Santa Claus to the Christkind, these traditions, rooted in folklore, have evolved over time. 1/2
On Christmas Eve we celebrate the magical figures who bring us joy and gifts. From Santa Claus to the Christkind, these traditions, rooted in folklore, have evolved over time. 1/2
December 24, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Day 24 of the Advent Calendar: Magical Christmas Eve Gift Bringers.
On Christmas Eve we celebrate the magical figures who bring us joy and gifts. From Santa Claus to the Christkind, these traditions, rooted in folklore, have evolved over time. 1/2
On Christmas Eve we celebrate the magical figures who bring us joy and gifts. From Santa Claus to the Christkind, these traditions, rooted in folklore, have evolved over time. 1/2
I'm delighted to hear @stephlay.bsky.social, writer at City of Secrets (cityofsecrets.blog/a-haunting-h...), is joining @weirdinthewade.bsky.social and I to share some stories with you! Please pick up a ticket and join us for some chilling and enchanting winter tales on 29th December.
December 23, 2025 at 7:52 PM
I'm delighted to hear @stephlay.bsky.social, writer at City of Secrets (cityofsecrets.blog/a-haunting-h...), is joining @weirdinthewade.bsky.social and I to share some stories with you! Please pick up a ticket and join us for some chilling and enchanting winter tales on 29th December.
Day 23 of the Advent Calendar: Cristesmæsse
For the Anglo-Saxons, Christmas was a mix of joy and restraint. While most enjoyed nearly two weeks off work, they had to fast, and gifts were mainly for the poor. 1/2
For the Anglo-Saxons, Christmas was a mix of joy and restraint. While most enjoyed nearly two weeks off work, they had to fast, and gifts were mainly for the poor. 1/2
December 23, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Day 23 of the Advent Calendar: Cristesmæsse
For the Anglo-Saxons, Christmas was a mix of joy and restraint. While most enjoyed nearly two weeks off work, they had to fast, and gifts were mainly for the poor. 1/2
For the Anglo-Saxons, Christmas was a mix of joy and restraint. While most enjoyed nearly two weeks off work, they had to fast, and gifts were mainly for the poor. 1/2
Join me & fellow storytellers at Winterval with @weirdinthewade.bsky.social, on 29 Dec 2025, at 7:00 PM!
We’ll share ghost stories & folktales, including my retelling of an epic battle between titan brothers.
Grab a mince pie and relax at home!
#Storytelling
Tickets:
tinyurl.com/yckbcpzm
We’ll share ghost stories & folktales, including my retelling of an epic battle between titan brothers.
Grab a mince pie and relax at home!
#Storytelling
Tickets:
tinyurl.com/yckbcpzm
Winterval Ghost Stories with Nat Doig
Join Nat Doig from Weird in the Wade podcast for an evening of ghost stories and folktales.
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December 22, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Join me & fellow storytellers at Winterval with @weirdinthewade.bsky.social, on 29 Dec 2025, at 7:00 PM!
We’ll share ghost stories & folktales, including my retelling of an epic battle between titan brothers.
Grab a mince pie and relax at home!
#Storytelling
Tickets:
tinyurl.com/yckbcpzm
We’ll share ghost stories & folktales, including my retelling of an epic battle between titan brothers.
Grab a mince pie and relax at home!
#Storytelling
Tickets:
tinyurl.com/yckbcpzm
Advent Calendar Day 22: Midwinter.
"Midwinter in the Druid tradition is called Alban Arthan, Welsh/Brythonic for ‘the light of the bear’. 1/3
"Midwinter in the Druid tradition is called Alban Arthan, Welsh/Brythonic for ‘the light of the bear’. 1/3
December 22, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Advent Calendar Day 22: Midwinter.
"Midwinter in the Druid tradition is called Alban Arthan, Welsh/Brythonic for ‘the light of the bear’. 1/3
"Midwinter in the Druid tradition is called Alban Arthan, Welsh/Brythonic for ‘the light of the bear’. 1/3
Penfold's habitat has been made festive for Christmas. He's ready! Bring on Santa!
#syrianhamster #penfoldthehamster #Christmas #pets #hamster
#syrianhamster #penfoldthehamster #Christmas #pets #hamster
December 22, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Penfold's habitat has been made festive for Christmas. He's ready! Bring on Santa!
#syrianhamster #penfoldthehamster #Christmas #pets #hamster
#syrianhamster #penfoldthehamster #Christmas #pets #hamster
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Day 21 of the advent calendar: Winter Solstice
Today we celebrate the Winter Solstice: the longest night of the year. Though it feels so dark, it reminds us that brighter days are on the way. 1/2
Today we celebrate the Winter Solstice: the longest night of the year. Though it feels so dark, it reminds us that brighter days are on the way. 1/2
December 22, 2025 at 12:55 AM
Day 21 of the advent calendar: Winter Solstice
Today we celebrate the Winter Solstice: the longest night of the year. Though it feels so dark, it reminds us that brighter days are on the way. 1/2
Today we celebrate the Winter Solstice: the longest night of the year. Though it feels so dark, it reminds us that brighter days are on the way. 1/2
Winter solstice wassailing our allotment fruit trees today.
#Wassailing #Wassail #WinterSolstice #fruittrees #winterritual
#Wassailing #Wassail #WinterSolstice #fruittrees #winterritual
December 21, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Winter solstice wassailing our allotment fruit trees today.
#Wassailing #Wassail #WinterSolstice #fruittrees #winterritual
#Wassailing #Wassail #WinterSolstice #fruittrees #winterritual
Day 20 of the Advent Calendar: St. Thomas’s Eve
For centuries, young women in England used to onions to help foretell their future loves. On St. Thomas’s Eve (20/21 Dec), they’d peel an onion, wrap it in a handkerchief, and pop it under their pillow. 1/2
For centuries, young women in England used to onions to help foretell their future loves. On St. Thomas’s Eve (20/21 Dec), they’d peel an onion, wrap it in a handkerchief, and pop it under their pillow. 1/2
December 20, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Day 20 of the Advent Calendar: St. Thomas’s Eve
For centuries, young women in England used to onions to help foretell their future loves. On St. Thomas’s Eve (20/21 Dec), they’d peel an onion, wrap it in a handkerchief, and pop it under their pillow. 1/2
For centuries, young women in England used to onions to help foretell their future loves. On St. Thomas’s Eve (20/21 Dec), they’d peel an onion, wrap it in a handkerchief, and pop it under their pillow. 1/2
Day 19 of the Advent Calendar: Today, behind the door we find Herne the Hunter, the guardian of Windsor Great Park. Once a keeper of the woods, Herne represents the tale of the Wild Huntsman, which is a story centered around an eternal chase and a fateful bargain. 1/2
December 20, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Day 19 of the Advent Calendar: Today, behind the door we find Herne the Hunter, the guardian of Windsor Great Park. Once a keeper of the woods, Herne represents the tale of the Wild Huntsman, which is a story centered around an eternal chase and a fateful bargain. 1/2
Oh, I'm looking forward to listening to this one. I love this Arthurian tale! I did some research into the "Green Man" and older archetypes that may have inspired him earlier this year, and this story kept coming up time and again. Owen is bound to tell it eloquently too! ❤️
There’s something about Christmas that calls the old stories back.
Long nights. Crackling fire. Shadows at the edge of the light.
Join me at the firepit for a winter telling of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight — a tale of honour, temptation, and keeping one’s word
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Long nights. Crackling fire. Shadows at the edge of the light.
Join me at the firepit for a winter telling of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight — a tale of honour, temptation, and keeping one’s word
open.spotify.com/episode/1IVv...
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December 20, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Oh, I'm looking forward to listening to this one. I love this Arthurian tale! I did some research into the "Green Man" and older archetypes that may have inspired him earlier this year, and this story kept coming up time and again. Owen is bound to tell it eloquently too! ❤️
Day 18 of the Advent Calendar: Christmas Carols
In the 17th century, Puritans in England tried to ban Christmas celebrations, viewing them as frivolous and sinful. As a result, carols disappeared from daily life, snuffed out by strict laws and disdain for their pagan origins. 1/2
In the 17th century, Puritans in England tried to ban Christmas celebrations, viewing them as frivolous and sinful. As a result, carols disappeared from daily life, snuffed out by strict laws and disdain for their pagan origins. 1/2
December 19, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Day 18 of the Advent Calendar: Christmas Carols
In the 17th century, Puritans in England tried to ban Christmas celebrations, viewing them as frivolous and sinful. As a result, carols disappeared from daily life, snuffed out by strict laws and disdain for their pagan origins. 1/2
In the 17th century, Puritans in England tried to ban Christmas celebrations, viewing them as frivolous and sinful. As a result, carols disappeared from daily life, snuffed out by strict laws and disdain for their pagan origins. 1/2
Day 17 on the advent calendar: Wassail!
Wassail comes from the Old English phrase "waes haell," meaning "be hale" or "good health." 1/2
Wassail comes from the Old English phrase "waes haell," meaning "be hale" or "good health." 1/2
December 18, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Day 17 on the advent calendar: Wassail!
Wassail comes from the Old English phrase "waes haell," meaning "be hale" or "good health." 1/2
Wassail comes from the Old English phrase "waes haell," meaning "be hale" or "good health." 1/2
Intriguing story here from my pal CJ. He's very knowledgeable on the paranormal and a treasure trove of information. You can check out his excellent website too: jerome23.wordpress.com/2023/04/13/i...
December 18, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Intriguing story here from my pal CJ. He's very knowledgeable on the paranormal and a treasure trove of information. You can check out his excellent website too: jerome23.wordpress.com/2023/04/13/i...
What a wonderful evening of midwinter storytelling and song tonight, with the @shuckhappens.bsky.social ! We heard a variety of gripping tales: from gnawed off arms, to viking marauders, to evil things hiding under human skins, all the way through to saucy Krampus tales. 1/2
December 18, 2025 at 10:31 PM
What a wonderful evening of midwinter storytelling and song tonight, with the @shuckhappens.bsky.social ! We heard a variety of gripping tales: from gnawed off arms, to viking marauders, to evil things hiding under human skins, all the way through to saucy Krampus tales. 1/2
Recently listened to the Uncanny episode on Road Ghosts, which reminded me of my late mum's Norfolk story. Turns out, I blogged about it in 2009 with her account! Way better than my memory. Check it out!
ghostcatcherisles.com/2009/12/05/g...
ghostcatcherisles.com/2009/12/05/g...
December 17, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Recently listened to the Uncanny episode on Road Ghosts, which reminded me of my late mum's Norfolk story. Turns out, I blogged about it in 2009 with her account! Way better than my memory. Check it out!
ghostcatcherisles.com/2009/12/05/g...
ghostcatcherisles.com/2009/12/05/g...
Day 16 of the advent calendar: Holly
Today’s focus is on holly. This beautiful plant has roots in Roman traditions, where boughs were exchanged in celebration during the festival of Saturnalia. Early Christians adopted this custom too, despite its Pagan origins. 1/2
Today’s focus is on holly. This beautiful plant has roots in Roman traditions, where boughs were exchanged in celebration during the festival of Saturnalia. Early Christians adopted this custom too, despite its Pagan origins. 1/2
December 16, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Day 16 of the advent calendar: Holly
Today’s focus is on holly. This beautiful plant has roots in Roman traditions, where boughs were exchanged in celebration during the festival of Saturnalia. Early Christians adopted this custom too, despite its Pagan origins. 1/2
Today’s focus is on holly. This beautiful plant has roots in Roman traditions, where boughs were exchanged in celebration during the festival of Saturnalia. Early Christians adopted this custom too, despite its Pagan origins. 1/2
Just listened to the Christmas episode of @weirdinthewade.bsky.social about demon dogs! I loved hearing Natalie discuss Black Shuck and Owen's tale of brave Gellert. My odd encounter with a black dog at a paranormal festival is at the end. Check it out!
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
#demondog
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#demondog
Weird in the Wade - Demon Dogs and Creepy Canines (Live Special) - BBC Sounds
A festive special about haunted hounds, recorded live at the Bigg Theatre.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Just listened to the Christmas episode of @weirdinthewade.bsky.social about demon dogs! I loved hearing Natalie discuss Black Shuck and Owen's tale of brave Gellert. My odd encounter with a black dog at a paranormal festival is at the end. Check it out!
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
#demondog
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#demondog