Stephen Oldfield: The Pendle Witches - The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery
Date
9th Jul 2026
19:00
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About Stephen Oldfield: The Pendle Witches - The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery
Join local historian and writer Stephen Oldfield for a captivating talk on the infamous Pendle Witches, one of the most remarkable and haunting episodes in Englands history.
Delve into the events of 1612, when fear, superstition, and suspicion led to one of the countrys most notorious witch trials. Through expert research and storytelling, Stephen brings the people, places, and tensions of 17th-century Lancashire to life, offering fresh insight into the myths and realities behind this enduring tale.
Delve into the events of 1612, when fear, superstition, and suspicion led to one of the countrys most notorious witch trials. Through expert research and storytelling, Stephen brings the people, places, and tensions of 17th-century Lancashire to life, offering fresh insight into the myths and realities behind this enduring tale.
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