Episode 290 - Halloween, All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day

As we head into the darker part of the year, we’re preparing for a trio of historical events designed to commemorate the dead. Everyone knows Halloween, of course, but what about All Saints' Day and All Souls’ Day, which follow straight after? We’re joined by English Heritage’s senior properties historian, Dr Michael Carter, to find out more.  

To discover more, go to www.english-heritage.org.uk/halloween-saints-souls/

For more spooky stories, gruesome tales and unmissable Halloween events, go to www.english-heritage.org.uk/Halloween  

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