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Midwinter Protection Charms Workshop

Using herbs, roots, berries, charms and a dash of dark magic, you will learn something of the dark traditions of midwinter and create your own protection spell to take home.

Midwinter Protection Charms Workshop

About Midwinter Protection Charms Workshop

13th December 2025
3:30pm - 4:30pm
The Banshee Labyrinth
29 - 35 Niddry Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1LG
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In the dark and distant past our ancestors huddled in the gloom, creating amulets and charms to help fend off the dark spirits and dangers lurking in the depths of winter. Join us as we resurrect these traditions and create our own spell pouches against the dark forces that stalk the midwinter night!

In this 40-60 min workshop; Using herbs, roots, berries, charms and a dash of dark magic, you will learn something of the dark traditions of midwinter and create your own protection spell to take home.

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The event is strictly over 18s only.

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