The beautiful, red Rowen berries are so prolific this year. In the British Isles they are thought to protect against witches and the colour red was thought to be a protection against enchantment. The rowan's vibrant berries in autumn may have further added to its protective abilities.
@paul10 Thank you Paul - we had one outside my son's window and when he was little, I told him the myths! Sadly it died recently, but he has long moved away!
