Part of Moon, Magick + Mystery, a two-day festival of folklore, paranormal investigation, history and the unexplained at Colchester Castle.

Folklorist Bethan Briggs-Miller explores the moonlore of Wales, from traditions that linked the Moon to luck, love and livelihood to tales of fairies, supernatural horses and moonlit magic.

Discover why people watched the Moon’s changing phases so closely, visit legendary sites such as Arthur’s Stone, and encounter figures including Ceridwen and Arianrhod. This atmospheric talk reveals how the Moon shaped belief, folklore and daily life across Wales.

Festival admission and talk ticket required.

Moon, Magick + Mystery is a full-day festival featuring talks, workshops, readings, traders and paranormal experiences inspired by folklore, the supernatural and the arrival of Museum of the Moon. Browse all festival activities and book tickets via the main event page.