For the unwary visitor, Hereford appears to be a peaceful place. But, for half its existence it was a strategic center in an often troubled and bloody border between England and Wales. It can be no surprise, then, that the city and the surrounding countryside hide dark secrets and uncanny events. From the ghost of a verger who brought down the cathedral tower to the unquiet spirit of a wronged apprentice, the city has a rich history of spectral phenomena. This book is no mere gazetteer, but an in-depth re-telling of the stories that will make you look at the place with fresh eyes, whether you are a tourist or resident.

David Phelps was born in Hereford and, after gaining a degree in Social Administration, worked in the probation service and civil service. Since 2005 he has worked as a storyteller, mostly telling tales about his native county. David is the author of Herefordshire Folk Tales and is a member of both the Folklore Society and the Society for Storytelling. He lives in Hereford.