Patricia Crowther, known as UK’s oldest witch, dies aged 97

Patricia Crowther, recognized as the UK's oldest witch, has passed away at the age of 97. Known for her role as a Wiccan high priestess, she gained fame in the 1970s through a BBC radio series that helped bring modern witchcraft into the public eye. Her contributions to the Wicca pagan religion, which was popularized by Gerald Gardner, played a significant role in reviving interest in witchcraft, making her a notable figure in contemporary spirituality. Her death marks the end of an era for many who admired her work and the community she helped foster.