Welcome to series two of the Nature StoryTeller podcast. Come in and take a seat. It is another cool but bright spring evening, and we are all together to share another story from Nature Folklore.

This episode features local lore from the Lake District, a beautiful, scenic area northwest of England.

First, we introduce you to an elusive, mystical creature native to the Lakes and one of the many legends from those deep dark waters who shared its magic with us on the land. It is also said to have a taste for Ginger Biscuits!

Our main story comes from the Borderlands - which bridge the divide between the very north of England and the very south of Scotland.

I first heard it on a night like this when I was in the Lake District, gathered with friends to listen to a story passed on by generations of storytellers, and now it is my turn to share it with you.

So, if you are sitting comfortably, take a deep breath, relax and close your eyes as we share the fantastic tale of the Lad who herded Hares.

We hope you have enjoyed our tales. If you have a favourite story or a slice of local folklore you think we should be sharing, please get in touch with us.

Our email address is hello@naturestoryteller.org, or if you would like to hear more stories from nature folklore, visit our website www.naturestoryteller.org

Now it is time for me to return to the woodland, but Nature StoryTeller will return in May with more fascinating folk tales and stories from nature and folklore.