Mark Rees Journalist and Author

Devil Goats: A Folk Horror Fairy Tale from Wales

Beware the Devil Goats

They may look harmless, but be warned—goats have a reputation for mischief that goes far beyond their cheeky grins.

For centuries, whispers of their ties to the Devil and other dark forces have haunted folklore, leaving many to wonder: are they really as innocent as they seem?

In this spine-tingling folk horror fairy tale, a rash Welsh farmer discovers the terrifying truth after a fateful encounter with a goat like no other. What follows is a chilling sequence of events that culminates in one of the most unforgettable scenes ever told on the Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast.

In episode 41, journalist and author Mark Rees (Ghosts of Wales) unearths this eerie tale from the archives…

Brave enough to listen?

Tune in now to uncover the truth behind the legend of the Devil Goats… if you dare!

Podcast EP41: Can a goat really be possessed by an evil entity? Find out in this chilling folk horror tale from the Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast.


Missed last week’s episode?

Last week on the Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast, we explored another chilling tale:
EP40 The Haunted Highway: A phantom coach and bone-chilling apparitions have haunted a desolate Welsh road for centuries.

Explore this haunting journey, and catch up on every spine-tingling episode—featuring everything from the eerie Mari Lwyd to ancient legends from the Mabinogion—on the Ghosts of Wales podcast page.


Love folk horror and Welsh legends?

Welsh ghost books from Mark Rees: Ghosts of Wales, Paranormal Wales and The A-Z of Curious Wales
Welsh ghost books from Mark Rees: Ghosts of Wales, Paranormal Wales and The A-Z of Curious Wales

If eerie tales of folklore, ghosts, and ancient mysteries set your imagination alight, there’s more waiting for you.

Visit Mark’s books page to discover captivating reads brimming with curious customs, paranormal wonders, and untold stories from Wales’ rich history.

With titles like The A-Z of Curious Wales, you’ll uncover:

  • The peculiar traditions of carrying a horse’s skull door-to-door at Christmastime.
  • A cursed wall so feared it’s protected by a global corporation.
  • And much more, from ancient druids to Victorian ghost hunters.

Looking for more great tales? Visit the books page to start your next folklore adventure!