The History of Gothic Graveyards & Horror - Talks in the Pub

A talk exploring the strange history of Gothic graveyards, from 18th-century poetry to modern horror films.

The talk examines how cemeteries became central settings for stories of ghosts, decay, and the supernatural. It covers material from Sheridan le Fanu's Carmilla, the film The Woman in Black, and local Manchester sites like Southern Cemetery. The event runs for 1 hour 30 minutes.