The medieval Scottish Border romance Tam Lin (Child Ballad 39A) was first noted in 1549. It tells of the maiden Janet passing through the forest of Carterhaugh, which has been bequeathed to her by her ...
British folklore is populated with loveable rogues and duelling knights. King Arthur capered around the isles brandishing Excalibur, his legendary sword. Robin Hood and his band of outlaws skulked ...