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Fantasy writer Rhianna Pratchett takes us across an enchanted British Isles to discover mythical creatures that lurk in all corners of the land. She uncovers what they can tell us about our history, our world and our lives today.

In this omnibus edition, Rhianna meets Hobs, Giants, Selkies, Banshees and The Wulver.

Rhianna hears tales of helpful hobs in the North York Moors – small hairy creatures that do your chores while you’re asleep. She explores what stories of hobs and other household spirits can tell us about our lives past and present. In the Welsh mountains Rhianna looks for giants and discovers why they have been important to humans for centuries.

Next she heads to the coast to meet shape-shifting selkies. Selkies are seals in the water but they can remove their seal skins and become humans on the land. She explores how one well-known selkie story can be used to empower and help people today. Rhianna also explores an Irish death omen, The Banshee, and the importance of this creature’s cry.

Finally Rhianna hears the tale of a mysterious wolf-like creature in Shetland. Rhianna digs into the story and finds out what it could reveal about folklore – and ourselves - in the 21st century and what the future might hold for mythical creatures.

Storytellers: Rosie Barrett, Peter Stevenson, Shona Cowie, Liz Weir, Graeme Johncock
Other Contributors: Bob Fischer, Mark Norman, Natalie Lawrence, Erin Kavanagh, Dr Mary Bateman, Sharon Blackie, Lari Don, Dr. Kelly Fitzgerald, Catriona Macdonald

Presenter: Rhianna Pratchett
Producers: Lorna Skingley and Sarah Harrison
Executive Producer: Mel Harris
Production Manager: Nikki Cannon
Original Music by Ben MacDougall
Sound Design and Mixing: John Scott

A 7digital production for ´óÏó´«Ã½ Radio 4