Description
Uncover Yorkshire’s haunting and spellbinding witchcraft history in this enthralling talk. From the mysterious carved ‘witch posts’ of Ryedale Folk Museum to tales of magic, superstition, and fear, discover the hidden traditions woven through the county’s past.
Writer, curator, and storyteller Rosie Barrett explores divination, love, magic, illness, and protection against dark forces, revealing the stories behind extraordinary surviving objects and the people who once lived on the edge of suspicion and belief.
Blending folklore with social history, this captivating event shines a light on Yorkshire’s enduring fascination with witches and the powerful myths that continue to enchant us today.
About the Curator
Rosie Barrett
Rosie Barrett is a researcher, writer, curator and storyteller with over a decade’s experience in the museum sector. Barrett’s work explores folklore and the ethics of sharing difficult heritage, including stories linked to witchcraft. Barrett wrote Ryedale Folk Museum’s 2024 exhibition Believe it or Not?, has developed storytelling work for the National Trust, appeared on BBC Radio 4’s Mythical Creatures, and writes a regular column for Yorkshire Life.
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