Free Witches & Witchcraft History London Tour
Tour description
“Double, double toil and trouble; fire burn and cauldron bubble. Fillet of a fenny snake, in the caldron boils and bake…” William Shakespeare.
For thousands of years, witches of all forms and varieties have walked the isles of Britain and been the topic of folklore and history. On this free walking tour, we discover more about witches and in particular the witches of London. With the stories of bizarre practices and occurrences, anecdotes, and a look at the unjust treatment of people thought to be witches by both witches and people who adored them or feared them, this two-hour-long historic guided tour is replete with a fascinating side of London’s history that is hardly ever mentioned.
Come and see London through different eyes with Wonders of London.
Please note/be aware that:
While this tour is not designed or meant to be offensive, it does have topics that may be viewed by some as such. These topics are approached from a historical perspective and are necessary for the subject matter of this tour. While their inclusion is not meant to offend, some attendees may find the subject matter troubling.
The topics include, but may not be limited to:
1. The historical involvement of the church and religion within the context
2. The involvement of certain historical figures within the context