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.

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.

When the tide retreated along the Welsh coast, something extraordinary emerged. For generations, locals have whispered about a drowned kingdom beneath the waves, Cantre’r Gwaelod, the so-called “Welsh Atlantis.” In this video, we explore the discoveries and the unsettling clues that suggest these ancient stories may not be myths at all, but echoes of real events from the worlds distant past.

This episode examines new evidence uncovered along Cardigan Bay: sunken forests preserved for thousands of years, ancient footprints, hardened peat layers, submerged structures, shifting coastlines, and the mysterious appearance of islands on medieval maps that no longer exist today. These findings force us to confront the possibility that the legend of Cantre’r Gwaelod may be rooted in genuine environmental upheaval.

We also look outward to global parallels. From Atlantis to Hy-Brasil, from Lemuria to Doggerland, civilisations around the world have passed down stories of lands lost to the sea. Why do these themes appear everywhere? What memories were preserved and retold across generations? And what does the newest evidence from Wales reveal about the truth behind these shared myths? What the tide uncovered may change how we understand the ancient world and the stories we tell about it.

This episode explores the full legend of Cantre’r Gwaelod and its origins in Welsh folklore, alongside the evidence emerging from the shores of Cardigan Bay. We look at the submerged forest at Borth, archaeological footprints sealed in peat, medieval maps depicting vanished lands, and scientific explanations that link together global flood stories. We compare the Welsh account with Atlantis, Hy-Brasil, Lemuria, Doggerland, and many other lost worlds, asking whether these stories are rooted in shared human memory.

There’s something hauntingly beautiful about a theatre after dark.

Join us as we explore the legends of restless performers, eerie sightings, and unexplained sounds that continue to echo long after the curtain falls. Are these mere tales of superstition, or proof that art and its creators never truly die?

We visit some of the most atmospheric venues in the country, uncovering eyewitness accounts, forgotten records, and the chilling experiences of staff who swear they’ve met the ghosts of the stage. If you love true history blended with the paranormal, this is an episode you won’t forget.

The 5 Most Haunted Rooms Inside Cardiff Castle: Real Stories, Real Fear

Cardiff Castle stands at the heart of Wales, a place of beauty, power, and secrets. But behind its stone walls lies a much darker story. For years, we conducted ghost tours through the castle after dark, witnessing things that can’t be explained. These are real accounts from guests, staff, and our own experiences inside the most haunted rooms of Cardiff Castle.

From the chilling sound of phantom footsteps in the Banqueting Hall, to the flicker of ghostly children in the terrifying Nursery, these are the moments that still haunt us. In this video, we finally pull back the curtain on stories we’ve never shared publicly outside the tours, the whispers, the sightings, and the fear that has stayed with us ever since.

Join us as we explore the Top 5 Most Haunted Rooms in Cardiff Castle, uncovering the legends, history and paranormal encounters that make this one of the most haunted buildings in Wales.

There are some places in Wales where the past never truly rests. Where the cries of those lost long ago still echo through concrete walls and polished floors. And sometimes, someone new hears them… feels them… and realises they are not alone.

Tonight, we share a real viewer’s story, one that left even us shaken. A working fire station in South Wales, built on the site of a 19th-century colliery disaster... and haunted, it seems, by those who never made it back to the surface.

WARNING: Firefighters refuse to stay here after dark. What haunts this Welsh station? What do they still see… and hear… when the night falls? This is YOUR STORY. REAL FEAR. And yes, They Still Walk Here.

This Halloween, the shadows have stories and they’re watching. Step inside the haunted folklore of Wales, where ancient rituals, restless spirits, and forgotten legends still linger in the mist. “How to Outsmart Ghosts and Monsters This Halloween” isn’t just another spooky video it’s your ultimate survival guide for the most haunted night of the year. From the White Lady who guards the bridges to the Black Sow that hunts the unwary, discover how our ancestors faced the darkness and what their secrets can teach us today.

This cinematic exploration of Nos Calan Gaeaf the original Welsh Halloween dives deep into centuries-old traditions, eerie superstitions, and terrifying encounters that shaped the way we still celebrate. Learn how fire, faith, and folklore became the tools of survival, and how fear itself can become your greatest ally.

Join us as we uncover the real stories behind Halloween’s most chilling origins, blending history, horror, and humanity in a way that will make you see October 31st differently forever.

Dark Wales Tours Presents: The Fourth Branch of the Mabinogi: Pryderi’s Tragic Fate 

Step into the dark heart of Welsh mythology like never before. Witness the epic tale of Pryderi, a king tested by fate, betrayed by magic and ambition, and forced to confront the deadly cunning of Gwydion. From heroic battles on misty Welsh battlefields to supernatural sorcery that bends reality, this story is heartbreaking, mesmerizing, and unforgettable.

🔥 Why You Can’t Miss This:

Experience a mythic story of honour, betrayal, and sacrifice brought vividly to life.

See Pryderi’s rise, struggles, and ultimate fate, a tale that resonates with power, identity, and morality.

Dive into a stunning cinematic recreation of medieval Wales with magical realism, epic battles, and supernatural horror elements.

Perfect for fans of epic fantasy, Dark History, and mythological storytelling.

This is not just history, it’s a story that will break your heart, challenge your understanding of heroism, and make you question who we truly root for in tales of war and magic.

The Shocking Truth About the Swansea Poltergeist No One Talks About

Discover the terrifying story of the Swansea Poltergeist, one of the most well documented and frightening hauntings ever reported in Wales. Dark Wales Tours takes you inside the shocking events that forced a family to flee their own home. From flying furniture to objects moving on their own, this haunting is a chilling reminder that the paranormal can strike anywhere, not just in castles or historic ruins.

We explore the human element behind these encounters, examining theories about emotional energy, fear, and trauma that may attract poltergeist activity. Compare this haunting to other famous cases, including our previous video on Pete the Poltergeist, and see why some forces defy logic, reason, and explanation.

Join us as we uncover the dark truth of one of Wales’ most terrifying supernatural cases. This video is perfect for lovers of history, true crime, and the paranormal.

Don’t Watch This Alone: Haunted Abbeys and Cloisters of Terror

Step inside the most haunted abbeys in Wales where ghostly monks still walk, their chilling chants echoing through ruined cloisters. From the White Monks of Margam to the eerie processions of Tintern Abbey, this Dark Wales Tours special dives deep into true paranormal encounters, centuries of dark history, and the unsettling mysteries that keep investigators awake at night.

Dare to stay until the end—if you can.

What You’ll Discover in This Video