Show Notes
In this episode Nat takes you on a journey, exploring the history of witchcraft in Bedfordshire from medieval times up until the late 18th century. Kicking off with a ghost story about a witch.
This episode moves from what is possibly Bedfordshire's earliest record of witchcraft, to the witch trials of the 17th century and beyond. It seems even when persecuting witches was outlawed in 1735, the people of Bedfordshire persisted in attempting to punish those who they thought dabbled in magical harm.
Part Two which is available now, which follows up from the 19th century to modern day.
In this episode Dr Francis Young, provides his insight into 16th century religious and political matters.
Tess Savigear voices an account of the "Dunstable witch," Elizabeth Pratt.
Owen Staton voices an account of the "witch of Oakley."
Matt Savigear voices the curious case of a husband and wife accused of witchcraft in Silsoe.
You can read more about the witches of Bedfordshire on the blog at weirdinthewade.blog
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Weird in the Wade is researched, written, presented and produced by Nat Doig
Theme music and the tracks, Waking Up and The Ladies Sutton are by Tess Savigear
Oboe on The Ladies Sutton is played by Charlotte Pascoe
All additional music and sound effects by Epidemic Sound.
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!!! Last chance to get tickets to Bedfordshire's Dark History a show created by Nat Doig and Olie Campbell. Saturday 25th July 2pm The Quarry Theatre Bedford. Grab tickets here !!!