Classic Ghost Stories

Five partially-dramatized readings of classic M.R. James ghost stories by actor Robert Powell. Including "The Mezzotint", "The Ash-Tree", "The Rose Garden", "Wailing Well" and "Oh, Whistle, and I'll Come to You, My Lad".

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Status

Ended

Original Name

Classic Ghost Stories

First Air Date

December 25, 1986

Last Air Date

December 30, 1986

Seasons

1

Episodes

5

Language

English

Production Companies

BBC

Networks

BBC Two

S01E05

The Rose Garden

Mrs Anstruther wants to convert a neglected corner of her property into a rose garden. She tells her gardener to remove the old seat and an old post it was attached to. This unleashes disturbing visions for her and her husband.

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