Wicked Spirits? Witchcraft & Magic in Colchester Castle. Graphic of the outline of Colchester Castle filled with symbols connected to witchcraft.

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Join renowned author Syd Moore, famed for her Essex Witch Museum Mysteries, as she discusses some of the lesser-known women accused of witchcraft in our county: Sarah Moore, the alleged sea witch and Joan Rowle, both from Leigh-on-Sea, the ‘witches’ of Basildon, Anne Hewghes and Avice Cuny – all of whom have featured in her books. Syd will end the evening with a reading from her chilling collection of short stories,  The Twelve Strange Days of Christmas.

The Castle will be open from 5 – 7pm, so you have time to explore Wicked Spirits?, browse the magical merchandise on sale in the shop and even grab a drink.

'Wicked Spirits? Witchcraft + Magic at Colchester Castle’ opens on July 16th and runs to January 6th 2023.

12+ Please note but this talk explores real historical
 events, including death and torture, which some people
 may find upsetting. 

£6 per person or book 5 events for £25

Online booking, alternatively, call the team at Colchester Castle on 01206 282939.

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