Beltane was one of four Gaelic seasonal festivals: Samhain (1 November), Imbolc (1 February), Beltane (1 May), and Lughnasadh (1 August). Beltane marked the beginning of the pastoral summer season, when livestock were driven out to the summer pastures. Rituals were held at that time to protect them from harm, both natural and supernatural, and this mainly involved the "symbolic use of fire". There were also rituals to protect crops, dairy products and people, and to encourage growth. The aos sí (often referred to as spirits or fairies) were thought to be especially active at Beltane (as at Samhain) and the goal of many Beltane rituals was to appease them. Most scholars see the aos sí as remnants of the pagan gods and nature spirits. Beltane was a "spring time festival of optimism" during which "fertility ritual again was important, perhaps connecting with the waxing power of the sun”.
Join me and others in the folklore storytelling, celebration and intention setting festivities of this turn of the wheel.
Hosted at Rookery Retreat cabin, there will be stories, cards, connections and a fire pit - with refreshments and a token to take home.
Finishing the evening with a collective meditation.
£25 pp - non-refundable.
8 spaces.
Wear comfortable clothing and bring a shawl/blanket should it be chilly.
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General Ticket
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Non refundable purchase May be transferred at The Kind Living Space's discretion
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£25.00 |
Rookery Retreat Cabin
7 Rookery Close
Worle
Weston-super-Mare
BS22 9LN
Please try and park on the street once there are 3 cars on the driveway.
Please enter the cabin space by the side gate entrance - the gate will be open.
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