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Discovering the Sheela Na Gig - Age Old Enigma or Medieval Warning?

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Corn Exchange, Blandford ForumSaturday 18. April 2026 11:00Free
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What are these provocative, naked female figures doing on the walls of medieval churches?Found hidden in plain sight across the British Isles and Europe, the Sh…

What are these provocative, naked female figures doing on the walls of medieval churches?Found hidden in plain sight across the British Isles and Europe, the Sheela Na Gig remains one of archaeologys most debated mysteries.Are they pagan survivors, symbols of fertility, or grim warnings against the sins of the flesh?Join John Harding who runs the Sheela Na Gig Project for an illuminating talk in the Town Hall.

Now a resident of Blandford Forum, John has nearly 30 years of dedicated research, and he will share his insights into the history, theories, folklore, and distribution of these fascinating stone carvings.PLEASE NOTE: Due to the explicit nature of these historical figures and the themes discussed, this talk is strictly for adults only.Please register for free tickets as spaces are limited.

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