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The History & Folklore of Cats

Tue 27 Oct · 19:00

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About This Event

The History & Folklore of Cats is presented at Hen & Chicken Bristol in Bristol on 27 October 2026 at 19:00. The talk covers the history of cats in myth and folklore, followed by a Q&A. The entry fee is £16.

Explore the strange history of cats in myth and folklore, from worshipped gods to feared omens. Followed by Q&A.

Why were cats once worshipped as gods, and later feared as witches' companions? Few animals have been loved and feared in such equal measure throughout history. In this talk, we'll explore the myths and beliefs about cats from cultures around the world, and how they earned such a strange and powerful place in our imagination.

We'll look at how cats went from sacred animals in ancient times to symbols of superstition and fear, and what our long, complicated relationship with cats says about us. Along the way, expect strange stories, surprising history, and a closer look at why cats still fascinate us today.

Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7:30pm - come down early to grab a good seat!

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Speaker Bio:

Dr Joan Passey is a Senior Lecturer in English at the University of Bristol where she specialises in the gothic, horror, and folklore in literature and culture.

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The History & Folklore of Cats takes place on Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 19:00.

The History & Folklore of Cats is held at Hen & Chicken in Bristol (210 North St, Bristol BS3 1JF, UK).

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