On the trail of the Essex witch trials

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During the 16th and 17th centuries, Essex was at the heart of England's witch trials. More than a thousand people faced accusations of witchcraft, with many held at Colchester Castle as they awaited trial. Now, a new heritage trail is uncovering the stories behind one of the darkest periods in Essex's past. Picture credit: Thegoodly/Getty Images.