Welsh Witchcraft Revelations and Ruins: The Example of Mari Berllan Biter

ABSTRACT The supernatural in Wales, as many places across the British Isles, is very topographical. Much of its landscape, features, sites, and buildings inspires attracts equal measure. This article considers this relationship issues surrounding historical cultural interpretation Wales through a close examination small, ruined cottage village Pennant Ceredigion, orCardiganshire. It was home Mary Davies (ca.1817–1898), or Mari Berllan Biter – reputed witch. will reveal how intricacies witchcraft beliefs are revealed analysis not only evidence Mari, but also physical remnants her cottage, thus highlighting potential for collaboration between spheres history, heritage, archaeology understanding key role on our landscape.