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Flowing with Autumn: Embracing the Darker Days
There is something about autumn that appeals to many witches. As the nights get darker and the veil gets thinner, we become more attuned to the other side. There is also something quite magical and mystical about it. Yet autumn is not all golden leaves and crisp air. The slowing of nature, cooler temperatures, and…
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Preparing for Autumn: A Hedgewitch’s View.
Autumn has always been my favourite season. There is something in the shift of light, the deepening of colours, and the scent of damp earth that stirs both heart and spirit. The hedgerows grow heavy with berries, and the balance of day and night begins to turn. As a hedgewitch, I see this season not…
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Wharram Percy: A Deserted Medieval Village and the Fear of the Restless Dead
The Village That Vanished Hidden among the wolds of Yorkshire lies the medieval village of Wharram Percy. Today, only the ruins of St Martin’s Church stand tall above the grass-covered remains of homes, workshops, and farm buildings that once formed a thriving community. I have visited the village several times; it’s very tucked away, atmospheric…