There are countless Hawthorn Trees all over Ireland. So often old, gnarled and solitary: at a glance, we might easily dismiss the significance of this unassuming tree.

But, dig a little deeper and we find they are a well know stomping ground of the Good People. Indeed, many’s the time the Good People are seen or heard dancing and playing music at the base of a Hawthorn.

On this week’s episode we share true tales of people who have interfered or damaged a Hawthorn Tree and the swift reprisals they suffered at the hands of the Good People.

But this tree means more to the Good People than just their preferred place to hang-out.

Is it possible the Hawthorn Tree is key to the health, well-being and longevity of the Good People?

Join Kitty to find out!

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Our website is bursting with true, and amazing, tales of encounters with the Good People from folk all over the world. You’re sure to find a tale there to get you thinking… Thanks to everyone who has shared their own experiences with us so far. www.encounterswiththegoodpeople.com

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Podcast Credits

Edited by Magic Dan.

Lady Wilde quotes from ‘Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms, and Superstitions of Ireland’ by Lady Francesca Speranza Wilde, 1887.

Tales from duchas.ie

Theme Music:
‘Irish Coffee’ by Giorgio di Campo.

Additional Music:
‘Old Soul’ by Jonny Easton.
‘Cloudy’ by Vladimir Khrobystov.
‘Forest of Lament’ and ‘Forest of the Elves’ by Jonathan Segev.
‘Ambient bells and chimes’ by Royalty Free Music – Unroyalty.