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London
Jack the Ripper
Victorian Era
Industrial Revolution
Suffragettes
Aleister Crowley
East End Of London
Victorian Mourning Practices
True Crime
History
Peterloo Massacre
Body Snatching
Death
Voynich Manuscript
Mary Ann Nichols
Winston Churchill
Whitechapel
Emmeline Pankhurst
Black Friday Riot (1910)
The War Of the Worlds

Do you like your history haunted? Then Macabre London is the podcast for you. Every fortnight we'll unravel a tale that's gruesome, horrifying or downright macabre. Get bonus content on Patreon (open.acast.com/public/patreon/fanSubscribe/806851)

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Latest Episodes

Have you ever wondered about the origins of May Day and why we get a day off on the bank holiday? Well, you can thank your randy ancestors who were all about getting drunk and hooking up on the first of May.

As the cold of winter thawed, people eme... more

How Churches Used the Devil to Control London - Doom Paintings Throughout History 

Did London's churches use the devil to terrify it's congregation? Well...yes!

Today's episode of Macabre London: Belief and the Occult in the Capital City, we go on... more

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Did London's churches really give their attendees the plague...well yes!

Today's episode of Macabre London: Belief and the Occult in the Capital City, we go on a field trip to London's oldest churches. We learn about how many of them were created b... more

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Ever wondered what those weird medieval animal drawings are all about? Well, it's a little something known as a Bestiary.

Today's episode of Macabre London: Belief and the Occult in the Capital City, explores the sweird world of medieval creatures ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Eleanor Janega
Medieval historian who introduces parishes and church history
Independent scholar/author
Episode: London's Plague Churches - The Churches That Delivered Death by Faith
Dr Eleanor Janega
Medieval historian
Independent historian (appearance on episode)
Episode: Unicorns, Practical Magic & Medieval Werewolves - Ft Dr Eleanor Janega
Francis Young
Historian/academic guest providing expert commentary on Roman Britain and archaeology
Episode: The Secret Roman CULT of Mithras - Found HIDDEN in London Human Sacrifice Temple?
Dr Francis Young
Historian of religion and belief
Historian
Episode: After Boudicca Burns London & The Romans Leave. The Mysteries of the London Stone ft Dr Francis Young
Gerald Johnson
TikTok user who claims to have visited hell
Episode: Is Hell a real place? One TikTok'er says he's been there! - Weird & Wonderful January 2023

Host

Nikki Drews
Host with a focus on macabre London history; appears across episodes with a blend of storytelling and historical context.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Truly an excellent show!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    RuthiStuckey
    6 months ago
  • Top spooky pod

    Wonderfully designed pod by a thoughtful, confident, powerful woman unafraid to confront the dark corners of history and roust out the tendrils of patriarchal bull.. well you know, in doing so.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tech.Turtle
    Canadaa year ago
  • LOVE

    Thank you so much for this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Angiecoo
    United Statesa year ago
  • Interesting and well narrated

    Always a good range of subjects and with a pleasant and humane narrator

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JLuiE BeWb
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Perfect show!

    Love this show, researched well, narrated soothingly and the stories are less well known which makes it interesting. Always in my top 10 rotation

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rubylaview
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Fans note a strong mix of historical context with atmospheric narration.
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What is Macabre London about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Macabre London curates bite-sized explorations of London's haunted, grisly, and obscure history, blending archaeology, folklore, and medieval religious culture with narrative storytelling. Episodes commonly feature historians or scholars who shed scholarly light on myths, saints, and urban legends, while the host adds a personable, conversational touch. A standout aspect is the Patreon-supported model and a leaning toward niche, lore-rich topics—often anchored in London's past but drawing wider connections to superstition, belief, and cemeteries of the macabre. The show's charm lies in accessible history delivered with warmth and a touch of dark whimsy, making it appealing to listeners who enjoy atmospheric storytelling and well-researched ... more

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