Name: Spirit wards and Pumpkin lore.
Start: 2025-10-24T19:00:00+01:00
End: 2025-10-24T21:00:00+01:00
Location: Newhampton Arts Centre

Spirit Wards & Pumpkin Lore: A Protective Carving Ritual
Overview:
As the nights grow long and the veil thins, join us for a magical and immersive workshop exploring the ancient lore and protective magic of the pumpkin—a beloved Halloween symbol with deep folkloric roots.
We’ll begin by delving into the history of pumpkins in Samhain traditions, tracing their evolution from carved turnips in Celtic lands to modern-day jack-o’-lanterns. Learn about the folk tales, superstitions, and protective symbolism behind these glowing guardians, used to frighten off mischievous spirits and malevolent energies.
Then, in sacred space, we’ll each carve our own ritual pumpkin, but with intention beyond decoration. You’ll be guided to infuse your pumpkin with protective herbs, oils, and spellwork, transforming it into a spirit ward for your home or altar. Through focused intention and elemental charging, we’ll breathe magical purpose into our creations.
What We’ll Explore:
• The folklore and evolution of the jack-o’-lantern
• Magical correspondences of pumpkins, gourds, and protective sigils
• Use of herbs and oils to empower and anchor energy
• Techniques for charging carved objects with spell energy
Included in the Workshop:
• A locally-sourced pumpkin
• A curated selection of protective herbs and oils
• Tools for carving and decorating
• Guided meditation to imbue your pumpkin with magical intent
• A closing ritual to activate your spirit ward
Perfect For:
• Anyone seeking a deeper connection to Halloween’s magical roots
• Witches and folk magic practitioners
• Lovers of seasonal crafting with purpose
Come carve with us—not just for fun, but for protection, ancestral reverence, and seasonal magic.
Date:- Friday 24th October
Time:- 7pm - 9pm
Age:- 13+
Price:- £30 (contact us for a group booking discount)
There is free parking onsite which is on a first come basis, there is also free parking on the side roads and at west park. The room is also accessible by lift if it is needed, please contact us if you have any special access requirements.

When you purchase a ticket you will receive a download with all of the information you will need, please read it before you attend.
PLEASE ARRIVE 10 MINUTES BEFORE THE WORKSHOP START TIME, IF YOU ARE MORE THAN 15 MINUTES LATER THAN THE START TIME TO A WORKSHOP, DOORS WILL BE LOCKED UNLESS WE ARE NOTIFIED.
CANCELLATION POLICY
* Cancellations made at least 72 hours in advance will receive a credit note, which can be used in-store or towards another workshop.
* Cancellations with less than 48 hours’ notice are non-refundable, and no credit note will be issued.
* Exceptions may be made for extenuating circumstances, but you must inform us if you are unable to attend.