There’s definitely something magical in the air this week, as the country becomes gripped by everything supernatural thanks to a certain spectacled youngster. You don’t need a broomstick handy to inject some mysticism into your life though, as there’s plenty of things to do all over the place which ensures that even the most cynical individual will be reaching for his/her wand.
Magical sightings have always been rife in the U.K, so why not jump on the bandwagon? Visit Loch Ness and keep an eye out for its resident elusive monster, which supposedly lurks in the depths of this world famous lake. To stay in a coastal hotel less than an hour's drive from Nessy click here
Prehistoric creatures a bit too much for you? Take a more leisurely approach in Cottingley, where two schoolgirls claimed to have seen a host of fairies at the bottom of the garden in 1917. Or you could even take a trip to Ireland and join the search for signs of leprechaun civilisation, even if it’s just another opportunity to get at the Guinness, have a browse here
If you like your magic a little bit spookier, then why not give a ghost walk a go? Many historic cities, including London, Canterbury and Oxford, offer such attractions, so you can be guided through dark alleyways and chilling graveyards as professional guides talk you through their city’s sinister past, pointing out the best places to find ghosts and ghouls. How bout London's ghost walk to give you goosebumps.
Or do you like your historical figures dead and buried? Why not visit one of the many castles dotted across the country? Many offer tours and child-friendly activities, so the kids can get involved in the magic too. Fancy a day out to Warwick Castle or Windsor?
If the real thing is just a little too terrifying, the best alternative could be the various dungeons found across the UK in London, York and Edinburgh. You can rest easy in the knowledge that the headless horseman lurking around the corner is just Billy the work experience boy, but be prepared to scream yourself silly regardless.
If all this travel across Britain gets you so excited that you simply can’t bear to return to your humdrum existence, don’t forget there’s a whole world of magical fun to be had just a mouse click away. Impress the kids and perhaps your more gullible friends after purchasing a good old magic kit. Pulling a stuffed rabbit out of a hat might get old pretty quickly, but you can’t beat a classic.
If you’re planning a party, there are enough magicians in the phonebook to fill the great hall, bound to impress the sceptics and excite believers like you to the point of ecstasy. This taste of the mysterious might just give you a desire to pursue the mystical path a bit more seriously, so why not enrol on an online witchcraft course and turn your ex’s hair green or make a voodoo doll of your rival from human resources? With items such as Ouija boards and magic wands available on eBay, casting spells has never been easier, or cheaper.
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