What happens when a wildlife presenter meets a witchy wordsmith? The result is a spellbinding evening woven from folklore, wildlife and seasonal magic.

This spring, wildlife presenter Ajay Tegala and Soho Radio’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Witch Zoë Howe bring their enchanting show Witching the Wild Year to the Talbot Hotel in Oundle on Wednesday, April 29, at 7.30pm – a celebration of the season of renewal inspired by nature, folklore and the turning of the year. And everyone’s invited!

Blending storytelling, natural history and centuries-old seasonal traditions, the evening invites audiences to reconnect with the wild rhythms of spring.

As the natural world awakens – birds sing louder, flowers emerge and longer days return – Ajay and Zoë will explore how people across history have tuned into nature’s energy and marked this magical moment in the calendar.

Wildlife presenter Ajay Tegala and Soho Radio’s Zoë Howe bring their enchanting show Witching the Wild Year to the Talbot Hotel in Oundle

placeholder image — Wildlife presenter Ajay Tegala and Soho Radio’s Zoë Howe bring their enchanting show Witching the Wild Year to the Talbot Hotel in Oundle

Wildlife expert Ajay Tegala (BBC Springwatch) joins internationally published author and broadcaster Zoë Howe for an immersive journey through folklore, wildlife and the Zodiac.

From animals and plants to ancient customs, herbs and charms, the duo reveal how seasonal wisdom and nature lore have long shaped human life.

Expect fascinating tales of creatures great and small, insights into traditional beliefs and a fresh perspective on how spring’s arrival has inspired rituals, stories and celebrations for centuries …plus a folk song or two!

“We’ve struck a natural balance between wildlife, folklore and magic,” says Ajay.

“It’s been a joy discovering the connections between seasonal spectacles in nature and the stories people have told about them for generations.

“Spring is such an exciting time in the natural world and we can’t wait to celebrate that sense of wonder.”

Zoë adds: “Spring is a time of renewal, creativity and possibility. Across cultures, people have celebrated the return of light and life in imaginative ways.

“This evening is about rediscovering those traditions and exploring how they connect us to the natural world today.”

With Ajay’s infectious enthusiasm for nature and Zoë’s lifelong passion for herb lore, folklore and the mystical side of nature, Witching the Wild Year promises an atmospheric evening filled with warmth, humour and seasonal inspiration.

Through evocative visuals, intriguing stories, folk songs and a sprinkling of spring magic, the event offers audiences the chance to step away from the everyday and celebrate the wild energy of the season.

Real magic is always closer than you think…