The Coven of Gaia

Joanne is an eclectic witch who loves crystals.

She is a member of the Council of the Coven of Gaia and supports their work in empowering people to be themselves.  She is a follower of The Morrigan and loves Odin and Norse Mythology.  She says, "I believe that we don't need to hide - our path is beautiful and we should be proud of who we are!".

 My name is Anne Edge and I am part of the event’s team at Coven of Gaia Events Ltd and a member of The Coven council l. I sort of fell into being a witch after my mother died when I was 9 and I felt my beliefs had let me down. I have practiced, privately and solitary for about 32 years now and joined a Coven in 2020, this helped me greatly and as a Coven we have gone from strength to strength, educating and helping those that ask for it. The ultimate goal would be to give the knowledge to everyone and bring the pagan and witch ways out of the dark, so that no one has to practice in secret anymore.  

I have always been interested in the pagan path and became a witch in my late teens. Growing up I always seen and spoke to spirit and it was in my early 20s that I started to work with them. It was thanks to spirit and mothers guidance I found my magical family. I continue to work with spirit and my main job with them is helping spirits cross over into the light. My witchy path is eclectic but has a strong link to spirit realm

My path started at a young age but only recently has it been realised. The “phase” my Dad thought I’d grow out of is stronger than ever now I’ve found my place in the pagan community. My coven aren’t just my friends, they are my brothers and sisters, my family. I owe a lot to my coven for the knowledge, confidence and skill they have given me in. I love all aspects of the craft, knowledge about lots but a master of none. I enjoy running rituals and writing spells and have a flair for tarot. As an art and craft person I like to use these skills to help others and have designed logos and artwork for some of my coven family. One of my favourite parts of coven life is the festival, seeing people happy and enjoying such a holistic and supportive atmosphere, always a great weekend seeing old faces and new. I’d encourage anyone with any interest in paganism or witchcraft to attend the festival and workshops to help guide their path.  The friendship and support that the community have for each other is intoxicating, it helps people to thrive in all aspects of life.  Live my life treating people as I wish to be treated, with respect and kindness.