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Explore magical places shimmering with ancient, mythical stories, and discover fantastical folklore, myths and legends from Britain and Northern Europe
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Discover the tragic tale of a fairy boy who fell in love with a mortal maiden and was cursed by the fairy king to roam the Isle of Man as an ugly beast.
Discover the tragic tale of a fairy boy who fell in love with a mortal maiden and was cursed by the fairy king to roam the Isle of Man as an ugly beast.
Visit one of the prettiest glens on the whole Isle of Man, and discover the tale of the beastly Fynoderee that once roamed there.
Discover a grand day out visiting Snaefell - ride a charming Victorian tram to the peak, look out for fairy enchantments and see the whole Isle of Man in one day.
Isle of Man has not one but TWO Fairy Bridges. Discover how to find the hidden, REAL Old Fairy Bridge - and what could happen if you don't say “Hello” to the fairies!
Mermaid sightings are plentiful in Danish folklore and are linked to many coastal towns across Denmark. Discover where to find these mermaid locations - who knows maybe you'll see one too!
Copenhagen is famous for its Little Mermaid sculpture - but did you know? There are 4 other mermaid sites with fascinating stories that you can discover in the capital city for FREE!
Longleat is a stately home that will definitely surprise you. It has everything you’d expect: fascinating history, elegant architecture and decor, stunning gardens and a café to enjoy some tea and scones. And on top of that, a huge Safari Park!
Discover a fairytale castle rich in history and legends of brave knights and warrior maidens - Burg Eltz is a hidden gem and a magical castle experience like no other!
Uncover the secrets of a castle that brings to life a treasure trove of legends, mysteries and Halloween horrors that will surprise you.
Explore the captivating caves of the Kakushöhle. Ever since Neanderthal settlers began sharing stories around the fire here, this archaeologically significant site has been bursting with fantastical legends to tell.
Find out how to visit an ancient burial ground where two men went digging for treasure near the historic city of Cirencester - and got much more than they bargained for!
Welsh legend tells of a knight named Adam de la Roche who foolishly crossed a witch and suffered her deadly curse at Roch Castle - no matter how hard he tried to deny her prophecy.
Destination Inspiration
Get Inspired by Magical Places with Enchanting Stories to Tell
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England
Fall in love with the endlessly storied home of ancient magic, quirky folklore and unique whimsy in sacred stones, breathtaking coastlines and enchanting villages.
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Germany
Breathtaking castles, endless walking trails and enchanting forests await in a land of legendary dragons and knights, giants and dwarves, witches and fairies.
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Denmark
Land of the Vikings and Hans Christian Andersen's beloved fairy tales, where hills are home to trolls and endless coasts recall tales of mermaids.
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Isle of Man
Discover an island glittering with rich fairy legends and visit magical glens, mountains and coastlines steeped in unique Manx folklore.
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Wales
Explore sacred and spiritual landscapes, home to legends of mysterious monsters, rebellious heroes, haunted castles and star-crossed lovers.
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