Haunted History Hugh- Speaking & Storytelling.
Known online as Haunted History Hugh, Haunted New Forest's host Hugh has built a dedicated following across social media by making history accessible, engaging, and just a little unsettling. A "Spooky Historian", his captivating talks combine documented historical fact with ghost stories, myth, legend and folkore. These tales are woven together with the warmth of a natural storyteller — informative, atmospheric, and entertaining without losing historical integrity.
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What to expect!
​Blending rigorous historical research with vivid storytelling, Hugh explores where history and centuries-old legends intertwine, revealing how these stories have shaped the cultures we live in today. Often focused around darker, bloodier history as well as folklore and ghost stories, an experience with Hugh is sure to leave listeners eager to explore this topic further.
​Specialising in the history and stories of The New Forest, whether speaking to schools, businesses, heritage groups, or local organisations, each talk is tailored to the audience, balancing education, atmosphere, and unforgettable tales that spark curiosity and conversation long after the experience ends.
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This is History...with a slice of the spooky!
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An example of Topics:
These are an example of some topics Hugh covers. Please get in touch if you would like to discuss a bespoke topic.
A History of the New Forest's Witches
Explore the history of witches in The New Forest! From folkloric tales of "wise women" transforming into animals and stealing wood, to Burley's celebrity witch of the 1950s, a look into the New Forest's history of witchcraft, blending folk history with the facts.
Ghosts of the New Forest
Investigate real documented hauntings as well as those traditionally told around the fire in The New Forest! Think haunted pubs, ruins and more, delve into the supernatural stories of one of the most haunted national parks in Britain.
A Folk History of the New Forest
A Folk History of the New Forest weaves together documented history with those stories your Granfer used to tell you when you were 5. Explore the stories which have culturally shaped this beautiful landscape and those who dwell here. Who was William Rufus? What is a Colt Pixie? Heard of Scuggy Pie? All will be answered!
Why do we tell Ghost Stories?
Explore how Ghost Stories and Folkloric Tales have influenced society. Most Stories stem from historical people, places and have meaning behind them. Find out those meanings here!