The Witch Farm

Episode 4: The Painted Horse

11.07.2022 - By BBC Radio 4Play

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Frightened and desperate, Liz and Bill enlist the help of a psychic medium, who becomes a divisive figure, suggesting that the haunting is the fault of somebody in the house. But, when strange, disturbing problems start affecting local farmers, Bill and Liz wonder if he could be right - are they responsible for all of this? The Witch Farm re-investigates a real-life haunting – a paranormal cold case that has been unsolved for nearly 30 years - until now. Set in in the beautiful, remote Welsh countryside, this terrifying true story is told through a thrilling blend of drama and documentary. Written and presented by Danny Robins, creator of The Battersea Poltergeist, Uncanny and West End hit 2:22 – A Ghost Story, The Witch Farm stars Joseph Fiennes (The Handmaid’s Tale) and Alexandra Roach (No Offence), with original theme music by Mercury Prize-nominated Gwenno. This 8-part series interweaves a terrifying supernatural thriller set in the wild Welsh countryside with a fascinating modern-day investigation into a real-life mystery. Cast:

Bill Rich ...... Joseph Fiennes

Liz Rich ...... Alexandra Roach

Larry Harry …… Tom Price

Wyn Thomas ...... Owen Teale

Laurence Rich ...... Jonathan Case

Marijke …… Laura Dalgleish

Jan …… Dan Starkey Written and presented by Danny Robins

Experts: Ciaran O’Keeffe and Evelyn Hollow

Sound design by Charlie Brandon-King and Richard Fox

Music by Evelyn Sykes

Theme Music by Gwenno

Researcher: Nancy Bottomley

Produced by Danny Robins and Simon Barnard

Directed by Simon Barnard Consultant: Mark Chadbourn, author of the book on the case 'Testimony' A Bafflegab and Uncanny Media production for BBC Radio 4

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