Join the hosts of THE GENERAL WITCHFINDERS PODCAST, in league with TEASEL AND SKYLARK, Dorchester’s premier purveyors of fine books, for an evening dedicated to the twisted roots of Folk Horror. Unearth the fiction and film that haunts the British Isles. This includes the gothic heights of HAMMER HORROR, the towering shadow of CHRISTOPHER LEE in THE WICKER MAN, and the unsettling brilliance of NIGEL KNEALE. Featuring live music from THE FLAMING CACTUS BAND and acoustic reverie from THE WHITLEY LAKE BAND. Culminating in the launch of the LATEST ISSUE OF THE GENERAL WITCHFINDERS ZINE, a celebratory collection of uncanny BELTANE - INSPIRED short stories, articles, and art. RECOMMENDED FOR THE OVER 15S
Tue 5th May - 1:44pm
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Estelle Phillips’ novella Into My Arms tells the story of her grandmother Jessie and her son, Estelle’s Dad. Inspired by a true s tory, or should we say miracle, Estelle’s talk shares the joy Jessie personified. She loved the trees in her orchard ... Estelle will share the story behind the book, her childhood memories, and how family love underpins the book. She hopes to hear your stories of special trees. Please share them if you wish. Join us for what is sure to be an uplifting and meaningful event.
Sat 9th May - 1:48pm
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Join John Wright, one of our best-known naturalists, as he uncovers the beauty and rich diversity of Britain's grasslands. John shows why we should care. Because grasslands are never just patches of grass. Hear about: • The story of Britain’s overlooked habitats • Wildflowers, fungi, insects & hidden ecosystems • What we risk losing—and how to protect it
Tue 19th May - 7:00pm
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