A Very British Witchcraft Documentary
Delve into the world of modern pagan witchcraft through Wicca, spearheaded by the enigmatic Gerald Gardner, an Englishman known for his eccentricity.
Renowned historian and Pagan studies expert, Professor Ronald Hutton, delves into Gardner’s life, offering firsthand insights into how Wicca has surged in popularity across Britain.
Emerging from a 1930s nudist colony in Dorset, Wicca transformed from a modest New Forest coven into a global faith within seven decades.
This journey encompasses stories of witches performing spells to thwart world problems, sensationalist media reports on supposed sacrifices, and Gardner himself becoming known as one of the world’s most famous witches.
