The Witches' Way - full-day historical witchcraft coach tour from Belfast
Schedule
Mon, 25 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Mon, 31 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am
UTC+01:00Location
Belfast Cathedral | Belfast, NI
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A MAGICKAL DAY OUT!Join dark historian Andrew Johnston of Alternative Ulstours for an informative and entertaining guided coach tour exploring Northern Ireland's witchy past.
Hear shocking accounts of conjuration and demonomania, as we follow a winding trail of historical horror from Belfast to Islandmagee - 'Ireland's Salem'.
• Learn about a fatal 'bewitching' in Carnmoney
• Remember Antrim town's 'witches', persecuted by the mob
• Visit Antrim's Round Tower and the legendary 'Witch's Stone'
• Behold Galgorm Castle and the tomb of its resident 'Devil Doctor'
• Harken to the foreboding tale of Ballycastle's 'Witch of Glentow'
• Brave the ruins of Bonamargy Friary and dare summon the 'Black Nun'
• Walk amongst 'decayed' Ardclinis Church (and bring an offering to hang on the healing rag tree, if you wish!)
• Pay your respects at Islandmagee's controversial 'witches' memorial
• Travel to the site of Islandmagee's fateful Presbyterian meeting-house
• View the 'Rocking Stone', where 'witches' supposedly danced at night
• See where Carrickfergus's old courthouse, prison and gallows were located
• Take a selfie at Carrick's replica pillory, on the spot where 'witches' were punished
• Stock up on witchcraft supplies at Mystiques Enchantments, Belfast's 'home of magick'!
Please note:
• The tour starts outside Belfast (St Anne's) Cathedral on Donegall Street in Belfast city centre, where your guide will be waiting for you
• Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time
• The tour will last eight hours and will feature some walking, including on hilly, rough and potentially wet ground
• Please advise us in advance of any relevant mobility issues or health conditions
• The tour ends at Mystiques Enchantments on Winetavern Street in Belfast city centre, where you are welcome to browse for up to 30 minutes
• The itinerary is subject to change due to unexpected events, local conditions or other circumstances out of our control
• The tour will go ahead in all weathers
• Please wear sturdy, waterproof footwear
• Please wear warm clothing and bring a waterproof coat
• Please bring drinking water and stay hydrated
• A head torch is optional, but may be useful in the event of low light conditions
• There will be comfort and refreshment stops throughout the day (refreshments at own cost)
• There will be a 45-minute lunch stop (lunch at own cost)
• Your guide is a Level 4 'blue badge' tour guide and Visit Belfast industry partner
• The tour is fully insured through Tour Guides NI
Very important:
• The tour is open to all ages, but parental guidance is advised due to the graphic nature of some content. You have been warned!
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Where is it happening?
Belfast Cathedral, St Annes Cathedral (C of I), Donegall Street, Belfast, BT1 2HB, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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