Willow Winsham – Talk: Unfamiliar Familiars – The Unusual Companions of the Witch
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Part of UK Ghost Story Festival 2026.
When it comes to witches, everyone knows that the black cat is their companion of choice – right? Although this has come to be the most enduring image, the cat is, in fact, only one of a variety of weird and wonderful creatures to be linked to the witch throughout the period of the witch trials and beyond.
From ferrets to miniature horses, and even a trio of snails, join Willow for a fascinating delve into the historical trial documents and pamphlet accounts to uncover the full extent of the varied – and frequently surprising – animals to be found in the magical menagerie.
Purchase a pass to attend multiple events at the UK Ghost Story Festival 2026 at a significant discount. These are priced at £80 (full festival) or £35 (Saturday events only)
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