The Witches' Way - full-day historical witchcraft coach tour from Belfast

✨ A MAGICKAL DAY OUT! ✨ Join dark historian Andrew Johnston of Alternative Ulstours for an informative and entertaining guided coach tour that delves into Northern Ireland's witchy past.

🖤 Hear shocking accounts of conjuration and demonomania as we follow a winding trail of historical horror from Belfast to Islandmagee - 'Ireland's Salem'.

🔮 Tour Highlights:

• Discover a fatal 'bewitching' in Carnmoney
• Learn about Antrim town's 'witches', persecuted by the mob
• Visit Antrim's Round Tower and the legendary 'Witch's Stone'
• Behold Galgorm Castle and the tomb of its resident 'Devil Doctor'
• Harken to the grim tale of Ballycastle's 'Witch of Glentow'
• Brave the ruins of Bonamargy Friary and dare to summon the 'Black Nun'
• Walk amongst 'decayed' Ardclinis Church (bring an offering for the healing rag tree, if you wish!)
• Pay respects at Islandmagee's controversial witch trial memorial
• Travel to the site of Islandmagee's fateful Presbyterian meeting-house
• View the 'Rocking Stone' where the Islandmagee 'witches' supposedly danced at night
• Discover where Carrickfergus's old courthouse, prison, and gallows stood
• Snap a selfie at Carrickfergus's replica pillory, the original site where 'witches' were punished!
• Stock up on witchcraft supplies at Mystiques Enchantments, Belfast's 'home of magick'!

Important Information:

• The tour starts outside Belfast Cathedral on Donegall Street, where your guide will be waiting.
• Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
• The tour will last approximately eight hours and includes walking on hilly, rough, and potentially wet ground.
• Please inform us of any relevant mobility issues or health conditions in advance.
• Dress appropriately: sturdy, waterproof footwear and warm clothing are recommended. Don’t forget a waterproof coat!
• Bring drinking water to stay hydrated. A head torch is optional but may come in handy.
• Comfort and refreshment stops will be included (refreshments and lunch at your own cost).

This tour is open to all ages, but parental guidance is advised due to the graphic nature of some content. You have been warned!

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