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Florence Newton, the Witch of Youghal

Youghal, County Cork

Accused of bewitching a servant girl with a kiss.

In 1661 Florence Newton of Youghal was tried at the Cork assizes, accused of bewitching a servant called Mary Longdon by kissing her, after the girl refused her some beef. Mary was said to suffer fits and vomit pins and straw.

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When
1661
Where
51.9530, -7.8500
Group
Witches & witch trials

Visiting

Youghal's old town walls and clock tower gate are worth exploring.

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