SCOTTISH PAGANS TO FLOCK TO FOCHABERS FOR SUMMER CAMP

08:50 - 02 February 2008

Followers of witchcraft and druidism from throughout the UK are to descend on a Moray community for a summer camp.

The Scottish Pagan Federation's three-day gathering is planned to take place at Inchberry Community Hall, near Fochabers.

The get-together is designed for worshippers to celebrate their nature-centred religion.

At the gathering, pagans will take part in an opening ritual and a range of workshops. There are also activities planned for children.

The Rev Graham Swanson, of Elgin Baptist Church, said he had some concerns about the event.

He said the Bible warns people to stay away from witchcraft and anything associated with it.

Event organiser Joanne Campbell said: "It's a weekend camp - just people getting together to camp out and socialise. Some people may come in fancy dress.

"All we are doing is meeting with people who are interested in the same kind of thing as ourselves.

"We would hope that others would allow us to express ourselves."

The gathering will be held from July 18 to 20, with all proceeds going to support the work of the Scottish Pagan Federation in serving the religion and its community.

For further information or to book a place, visit the Scottish Pagan Federation website at www.scottishpf.org