5 Pagan shops

If you can't make it to this week's Eighth International Pagan Festival here's where to shop for crystals, candles, tarot and more.

ATLANTIS The oldest occult bookshop in London (founded in 1922), Atlantis is an essential destination if you want to read up on Wiccanism, neo-paganism or modern witchcraft. Lots of informed advice on the best reading, plus noticeboards listing forthcoming events. 49A Museum Street, WC1 (020-7405 2120). Mon-Wed, Fri & Sat 10.30am-6.30pm, Thur 10.30am-7.30pm.

CADUCEUS The owners of this shop specialise in creating pagan amulets and talismans. You can also find oils, incense and ritual equipment such as crowns and ceremonial knives. Order via the website or visit by appointment. 35 Carnarvon Road, E10 (020-8539 3569). www.paganjewellery.com.

TREADWELL'S Bookshop specialising in second-hand and out-of-print books about the paranormal and spiritualism. Also stocks incense, wands and ceremonial daggers, and has information about forthcoming events such as druid ceremonies. 34 Tavistock Street, WC2 (020-7240 8906). Mon-Sun noon-7pm. www.treadwells-london.com.

WATKINS ESOTERIC CENTRE Watkins offers crystals, tarot cards, CDs, magazines, videos and oils. Onsite therapists offer shiatsu and acupuncture, and you can consult an astrologist or card reader. 13-15 & 19-21 Cecil Court, WC2 (020-7379 4554). Mon-Sat 11am-7pm. www.watkinsbooks.com.

NEW WORLD A world of crystals, candles, incense,
dream catchers and a raft of other new-age accessories. There's also an impressive selection of music and cards. 16A Neal's Yard, WC2 (020-7379 5972). Mon-Sat 10am-6pm.