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I went to see Richard Dadd exhibition that's currently on at the Royal Academy of Arts. The Victorian artist is best known for his fairy scenes drawn from Shakespearean subjects, but he also depicted pagan subjects and believed ancient mythology was still relevant. Recognised early for his skill at rendering detail, Da
Here's a list of events for pagans, witches and those with similar interests over the next couple of weeks. There are online things you can do anywhere (bolded) plus in-person talks and workshops in or near London, and some festivals further afield. Now – 29 November; The Coming of Age Exhibition - including displays o
Continuing my interview series Authors On Their Own Writing, I chatted to Primis Nati about her new book, which is on her experience of Satanism as a spiritual path. Q: Out of all that you've written, which is your favourite published work? A: I'm most proud of my latest book, The Satanic Self . The subtitle is A Guide
The Abbots Bromley Horn Dance is one of the most intriguing annual autumn customs that still continues today. Or, more precisely, happens every year on Wakes Monday — the day following the first Sunday after 4 September. This year, 2026, it will be on Monday 7 September. People gather early in the morning in the Staffo
Here are details of the witchy events I'm involved with from now until the end of October. Tomorrow, Tuesday September 1st, I'll be at Romford Pagan Moot to talk about poppets and magical dolls, then in October I'm teaching an online divination course and an in-person candle magic workshop. September Poppets and Magica
I was very lucky to see an early copy of Of Toads and Hares: The Witches and Wisewomen of England , published by The History Press . It's a superb collection of English folktales concerning witches, meticulously researched by Ben Stimpson as part of his ‘Wise Ones Series’ of books. Of Toads and Hares follows on from Of
Here's a list of events for pagans, witches and those with similar interests over the next couple of weeks. I mainly include in-person things in or near London, because that's where I'm based, as well as online talks and workshops (bolded) you can do anywhere. Now – 29 November; The Coming of Age Exhibition - including
I made this tiny scrapbook from scratch and in it I handwrote poems and collaged pictures. Crafting something completely by hand was such a relaxing change from sitting at a computer. I did it because it was recommended as a mindful art project, but I loved it so much I'll be making more. To start with I watched severa
Walking down my street on the way to the shops yesterday, I realised I was treading on a prickly carpet of beech nuts among fallen leaves. I stopped to take photos - the canopy of the tree looking magnificent and what was on the ground. A few I picked up and took home to put on my seasonal altar. I was surprised there
Geraldine Moorkens Byrne is an Irish poet, novelist and teacher of folk magic. I've chatted to her about her books in my interview series Authors On Their Own Writing. Q: Out of all that you've written, which is your favourite published book? A: Draíocht Ceoil - The Sound of Magic in Irish Traditions is hands down my f
Tomorrow is International Cat Day, so I've used the Cat Wisdom oracle in a reading for the world. The card is family, and the message in the book that comes with the set reads: "Appreciate your family. They are a source of unconditional love and guidance to which you can turn whenever you need advice." To me, family do
Elyse Welles is a native Greek Priestess reviving the lost earth temple arts in her work with land spirits and the frame drum. She teaches online classes and guides immersive pilgrimages to Greece's sacred places in and around Delphi and Eleusis. She's also a prolific writer. I've chatted to her about her books in my i
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