Andy McGrath

Andy McGrath

(Author, Presenter, Speaker, Screenwriter, Filmmaker)

Andy McGrath is a renowned paranormal researcher and folklorist with more than 25 years of dedicated experience exploring the unknown. As a captivating speaker, investigator, podcaster, and prolific author, he has penned several acclaimed works, including Beasts of Britain, the Beasts of the World series (Volumes 1 & 2), and the A Monster Kids Guide series (Volumes 1 & 2).

He is best known as the host of the hit television series Weird Britain (History Channel, Blaze, Prime Video, Apple TV), where he journeys across the British Isles to uncover and celebrate their rich histories, enduring mysteries, ancient folklore, and captivating fables—often with the help of experts, celebrities, and cutting-edge technology.

Dubbed the “Sherlock Holmes of the paranormal,” Andy masterfully bridges contemporary eyewitness accounts with timeless legends, vividly illustrating the possibility of mysterious creatures and phenomena that linger just beyond the reach of conventional science and human understanding.

He also hosts the engaging Beastly Theories podcast, a down-to-earth platform where he candidly explores the triumphs and challenges of paranormal research alongside leading experts, drawing out fascinating insights from their deep knowledge.

Andy is a frequent guest on television, radio, and podcasts, and a regular contributor to outlets like The Daily Star. His work has featured in major documentaries, including History Channel productions such as Elusive, Panthera Britannia: Declassified, The Sumatran Monster, Weird Britain: UFO Special, and Channel 4’s Mysteries of Loch Ness.

Look out for him as he hosts series 3 of Weird Britain, which airs in June 2026, and also publishes 2 new books in the 'Beasts of the World' and 'A Monster Kids Guide' series!