⭐ Discover the haunting world of Irish folklore with tickets to 'The Banshee in Irish Folklore: Folklore, history, gender and belief' at 21 Soho in London.
Highlights
📚 An insightful talk exploring the Banshee's role in Irish folklore
👻 Learn about the Banshee's connection to death and mourning rituals
🎤 Engage in a Q&A session with historian Dr Gillian Kenny
📅 Immerse yourself in centuries of Irish history and supernatural beliefs
General Info
📅 Date: 20 October 2026
🕒 Time: 7:00 PM
⏱️ Duration: 2h 30min
📍 Venue: 21 Soho, 5 Three Kings Yard, City of Westminster, London, W1K 4JR
♿ Accessibility: this venue is wheelchair accessible
👤 Age requirement: This is an 18+ event
Description
Uncover Ireland’s legendary death messenger, the Banshee, and her link to grief, folklore, and the lives of women in Irish history. Historian Dr Gillian Kenny traces the Banshee from medieval sources through to twentieth-century family memory, exploring how she reflects Ireland's expectations of women. Discover why the Banshee follows certain families and how her eerie cry connects to old Irish mourning traditions. This talk blends folklore, history, gender, and belief, offering a deeper understanding of Ireland's supernatural imagination.
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