Myths and legends of witches abound on Dartmoor – Old Hannah, Witch Hare, Levera, Vixana, Mary Ann, and more. Some offered helpful ‘blessing for bleedings’ or wart charms. But most stories tell of women who were old and wicked. This twisted truth stems from the medieval witch-hunts, and has been rife for centuries. Instead these people were likely indigenous wisdom keepers; community mid-wives; and herbalists working with the natural effects of weather changes, moon cycles, and seasonal plants.
For Samhain, walk together with Dartmoor’s Daughter to one of the locations of a Dartmoor witch legend, and see if we can reimagine these stories, and reawaken our innate human connection with nature, mystery and magic. You will also meet Jackie Juno, a lifelong practising witch, and our guide to old magic and nature connection.
Tickets
£15 per adult. Group size is limited so pre-booking is essential. We need to retain contact details for 21 days post-walk so please include your contact details (email and mobile/telephone when booking/paying.) And check your emails 12-24 hours before the date.
Further Information
LEVEL: Easy. Approximately 2-3 miles with several stops along the way
MEETING LOCATION/DIRECTIONS: 09.45am for a 10.00am start ‘Hayne Down’ Directions will be emailed to ticket holders 1 week before the walk.
There are no public toilets here.
FEE: £15 adults. £5 children under 16 (age range recommended - children 5 years old and above)
WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Sturdy walking boots; warm layers; waterproof jacket and trousers (whatever the forecast); snacks and drink. We also recommend bringing personal masks, a pair of disposable gloves each, and a personal first aid kit. (From a safety perspective, this offers additional protection against Covid-19 if there were to be an accident and first aid is required by me or the rescue teams. Sorry we know it seems onerous but, given current government guidelines, these are currently being proposed by all guides.) Dogs by arrangement only please.
CANCELLATION POLICY: The event will go ahead come rain or shine. Sorry no refunds if you change your mind about attending.
Dartmoor’s Daughter has received the ‘Good to Go’ Industry Standard Certificate. If you have a cold, flu, cough, temperature or are diagnosed with COVID-19 please do not join a walk if you have booked. You will be able to transfer your booking to another walk. RISK: No liability accepted for accidents or incidents.
RISK: No liability accepted for accidents or incidents.