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Haunted UK Fiction

Haunted UK Fiction

By: Steven Holloway & Melissa West
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Step into the uncanny with Haunted UK Fiction, a horror fiction anthology podcast showcasing original short stories that explore the supernatural, the monstrous, and the unknown.

Each episode presents a self-contained tale, drifting through haunted places, distorted realities, ancient fears, and things best left undiscovered — where folklore, speculation, and horror quietly overlap.Perfect for fans of gothic horror, paranormal fiction, and speculative stories, Haunted UK Fiction is designed to unsettle, intrigue, and entertain fans of dark storytelling in all its forms.

Created by Steven Holloway (Haunted UK Podcast) and Melissa West (The Skylark Bell).

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Episodes
  • S02 - April Fools Special - The Nixie by Edward Wilcox (a spooky silly folk tale)

    S02 - April Fools Special - The Nixie by Edward Wilcox (a spooky silly folk tale)
    Apr 1 2026
    A spooky spoof for April Fool's Day...

    “Now, for anyone who does not know, or has forgotten the old stories, Nixie is a shapeshifting water spirit. She appears as a beautiful maiden and will lure children into the dark water, never to be seen again…”

    Hello and welcome, dear listeners, to Haunted UK Fiction – a sister podcast to The Haunted UK which features original flash fiction, short stories, and novellas with paranormal themes. All stories you will hear were written by a collection of talented writers, authors, and storytellers, both independent and professional.

    In today’s April Fool’s special episode, we’ll be reading The Nixie, which was sent in to us by Edward Willcox, a performance storyteller who also writes original stories. Don’t get too comfortable, grab a little something caffeinated to sip on, stay on guard, because anything can happen on April 1st… so let’s dive into the story.

    We truly hope you enjoy not exactly spooky, but giggle-inducing April Fool’s special. If you would like to hear more Edward Willcox social media handles are available below: Facebook: Ed WillcoxInstagram: @an_nemia

    If you have an original story that would send a chill down our spines, and you would like to submit it for review, simply send it in to hauntedukfiction@hotmail.comUntil next time, stay safe, and take care.

    Episode Credits:
    Story by Edward Wilcox
    Narrated by Steven Holloway
    Script prepared by Melissa West
    Produced by Pink Flamingo Home Studio

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    9 mins
  • S02 - Ep010 - The Thing in the Wall by Alec Rowan (a childhood nightmare story)

    S02 - Ep010 - The Thing in the Wall by Alec Rowan (a childhood nightmare story)
    Apr 1 2026
    Not all nightmares are born of pure imagination...

    “Tim’s breath caught. He pushed himself upright, heart hammering. Slowly, as if drawn, he reached out a hand. He hesitated and looked around the room, searching for an alternate explanation. There was nothing. When he looked back at the wall, the shadow had changed. It was no longer shapeless. It had a face…”

    Hello and welcome, dear listeners, to Haunted UK Fiction – a sister podcast to The Haunted UK which features original flash fiction, short stories, and novellas with paranormal themes. All stories you will hear were written by a collection of talented writers, authors, and storytellers, both independent and professional.

    In today’s episode we’ll be reading The Thing in the Wall which was sent in to us by Alec Rowan. Alec writes across sci-fi, horror, and fantasy, stories shaped by King and Koontz, but also by the ruined wastelands of Fallout, the dread of Silent Hill, and the survival horror of Resident Evil. He is drawn to haunted cities, forgotten technology, and the fragile hope that survives when the world turns dark. Recent works include Witchfire Awakens and Ashes of the Damned. He is currently working on the Paladin’s Vow trilogy, starting with Below the Surface, a dark blend of fantasy and sci-fi where missing orcs, corporate secrets, and magic experiments collide.

    We truly hope you enjoy this terrifying, nightmare-esque tale! If you would like to hear more from Alec Rowan, you can find more information about him on his website and social media.

    Social Media: https://bsky.app/profile/alec-rowan.bsky.social
    Website: https://alec-rowan.blogspot.com

    If you have an original story that would send a chill down our spines, and you would like to submit it for review, simply send it in to hauntedukfiction@hotmail.com

    Until next time, stay safe, and take care.

    Episode Credits:Story by Alec Rowan
    Narrated by Steven Holloway
    Script prepared by Melissa West
    Episode produced by Pink Flamingo Home Studio

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    15 mins
  • S2 Flash Fiction Friday 03 - The Ghost on the Staircase by John Gorman (a quick ghostly chill)

    S2 Flash Fiction Friday 03 - The Ghost on the Staircase by John Gorman (a quick ghostly chill)
    Mar 27 2026
    Should people tell their guests about the ghosts lingering in their homes...?

    “The staircase was just behind the sofa in the open-plan living room and once, a coat hanger tumbled down the stairs unaided. There was nobody upstairs, however there was a small pile of hangers on the top step and maybe one of them was loose. These odd events I could explain logically. Ghosts don’t exist…”

    Hello and welcome, dear listeners, to Haunted UK Fiction – a sister podcast to The Haunted UK which features original flash fiction, short stories, and novellas with paranormal themes. All stories you will hear were written by a collection of talented writers, authors, and storytellers, both independent and professional.

    In today’s Flash Fiction Friday episode, we’ll be reading The Ghost on the Staircase which was sent in to us by John Gorman. Born and raised in Preston, John spent 16 years in London before returning to the Northwest in 2018. As a forensic scientist, he focuses on facts and evidence but has always had an interest in the unexplained. For years, he’s been drawn to the haunted history of Lancashire, from his visits as a student to Chingle Hall to more recent trips to Samlesbury Hall. His own experiences with the paranormal have further spurred this interest and inspired him finally put pen to paper and write his first short story, which he has graciously shared with us.

    We truly hope you enjoy this bite-sized ghostly tale stay tuned to Haunted UK Fiction as John is currently working on another short story and we have many more fantastic story submissions to share.

    If you have an original story that would send a chill down our spines, and you would like to submit it for review, simply send it in to hauntedukfiction@hotmail.com

    Until next time, stay safe, and take care.

    Episode Credits:
    Story by John Gorman
    Narrated by Steven Holloway
    Script prepared by Melissa West
    Produced by Pink Flamingo Home Studio

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/haunted-uk-fiction--6761767/support.
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    11 mins
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