Christmas Special: Nottingham vs Swansea – The Battle of the Most Interesting City

This Christmas Special podcast episode delivers a festive deep dive into Nottingham vs Swansea, as the two cities go head-to-head in a series of unusual, darkly comic, and jaw-dropping story showdowns to decide which city is truly the most interesting. Packed with urban legends, bizarre crimes, folklore, and local mysteries, this special is perfect for fans of true crime podcasts, strange history, British folklore, and offbeat storytelling.

From Nottingham’s hidden tunnels beneath the city, whispering with secrets of the past, to tales that blur the line between myth and reality, the stakes rise quickly. Swansea fires back with unforgettable stories, including the legendary Cyril the Swan, a local icon with an unexpectedly fierce reputation, and the chilling appearance of a dangerous devil dog said to stalk the shadows.

As the Christmas Special unfolds, the stories take a darker turn: a murder committed by a man wearing a wig becomes a grim but bizarre focal point, raising questions about identity, deception, and the strange details that make true crime so unsettling. Each city counters with stories stranger, funnier, or more disturbing than the last, making it impossible to predict who will come out on top.

Blending humour, horror, history, and festive chaos, this episode is a must-listen for anyone searching for:

• Christmas podcast specials

• Nottingham history and urban legends

• Swansea folklore and strange stories

• UK true crime with a twist

• Weird British history podcasts

Whether you’re team Nottingham or team Swansea, this Christmas Special proves one thing: when it comes to bizarre stories, both cities are full of surprises. Tune in to find out which city earns the crown as the most interesting — and which stories will haunt you long after the festive season ends.