Halloween in Wales: History, Folklore & Swansea’s Most Haunted Places 👻🍂
Mark Rees will be touring Swansea this spooky season, presenting four spine-chilling talks as part of the Swansea Libraries programme in Morriston, Killay, Mumbles and Gorseinon.
Halloween is a time for ghost stories — and Swansea has plenty to tell. These talks focus on the most haunted places in Swansea, offering fascinating insights into the city’s eerie past and hidden folklore.
Join Mark if you can – free entry and maybe a few goosebumps!
Time and Dates:
Morriston Library: 20th October, 11:00–12:00
Killay Library: 24th October, 11:00–12:00
Oystermouth Library: 24th October, 14:30–15:30
Gorseinon Library: 27th October, 11:00–12:00
Further details of each venue available from Swansea Libraries.
Discover Welsh Folklore and Ghost Stories
On Nos Calan Gaeaf, the Welsh Halloween, the veil between worlds was said to be at its thinnest. Bonfires blazed, eerie swede lanterns lit the dark, and terrifying figures like headless white ladies and the dreaded black sow were said to roam the night.
Swansea itself has a rich tapestry of hauntings. From ruined castles and windswept beaches to shadowy streets and old theatres, restless spirits continue to capture the imagination.
Mark Rees will share both historical accounts and chilling local legends, bringing Welsh folklore and Swansea’s most haunted locations to life.
About Mark Rees
Mark Rees is a journalist and author of more than ten books on Welsh history and folklore, including Ghosts of Wales and Paranormal Swansea and Gower. He has spent years researching haunted sites across Swansea and Wales, combining historical insight with engaging storytelling to entertain and educate audiences.
Want to book Mark for your Halloween event or talk?
If you’d like to bring Mark to your event – library, school, pub, community group – for a talk on Welsh folklore, haunted places, or Halloween history, get in touch today to discuss availability.
Why these Halloween talks in Swansea are not to miss
- A fun, spine-tingling experience for all ages
- Explore the most haunted places in Swansea
- Discover Welsh folklore and ghost stories
- Learn about Nos Calan Gaeaf, the Welsh Halloween
