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- Way of Awen Weekend, Thurs 24 Jan - Sun 25 Apr, Cae Mabon, Snowdonia, N.Wales
- Growing Herbs, Sat 17 Apr, Wynyards Farm, Upper Slaughter, Cheltenham, Glos
- The Gorsedd of Rhiannon, Sun 25 Apr, The White Horse, Uffington, Oxon/Berks border
Sat 17 Apr
GROWING HERBS
Springfield Sanctuary, Wynyards Farm, Upper Slaughter, Cheltenham, Glos, GL 54 2JR
Growing herbs will include the seasonal activities of growing herbs – preparing the ground, sowing seeds, taking root cuttings, moving and dividing plants, potting seedlings, weeding and harvesting what’s appropriate.
The workshops are free. Participants are asked to make a voluntary contribution towards the upkeep of the Sanctuary. Most people give between £5-£20. Gifts of empty glass jars with lids, brandy, cider vinegar and vodka are also welcome, as is extra time spent weeding/tidying up etc.
All workshops will last from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please bring a packed lunch. Springfield Sanctuary is reached by walking through two fields and is a sloped site without disabled facilities. Most of the workshop time is spent outside. Please come prepared for inclement weathe
r with suitable footwear and warm and waterproof clothing.
For further details please contact: Sarah Head, Tel 0121 707 8269 or email sarah [at] headology [dot] co [dot] uk
Sarah Head B Soc Sci, Dip SFT, MNFSH is a member of the Herb Society and has been studying the medicinal uses of herbs for the past thirteen years, growing over eighty different varieties of herbs in her two herb gardens.
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Thu 22 Apr - Sun 25 Apr
WAY OF AWEN WEEKEND
Cae Mabon, Snowdonia, N.Wales
The Way of Awen weekend is a chance to connect with the Awen and replenish
the cauldron in an inspiring, legend-soaked location. We'll be exploring
different bardic techniques – ancient and modern – and working with
the awen in whatever way it manifests – stories, poetry, songs,
movement, responding to the spirit of place and the tales of the land. The weekend will consist of a balanced programme of guided activities and
free time; working apart, in pairs and in groups; time in nature and
evenings of sharing in the roundhouse; walks and stillness; peacefulness
and camaraderie; relaxation and raising the energy. The elements will be
our constant companions and teachers: wind, sun and rain, hot tub and
fire, stars and trees, mountains and lakes... Bardic initiation can take
place for those who wish to dedicate themselves to the Way of Awen, or
renew their commitment. Ideal for anyone who wishes to explore
storytelling, poetry, creativity & bardic mysteries. No experience
required.
Run by storyteller and author Kevan Manwaring, winner of the Bardic Chair
of Bath, experienced performer and workshop leader (UK, Italy, Malta,
USA). His long awaited follow-up to The Bardic Handbook (Gothic Image
2006), The Way of Awen, is published by O Books, June 2010 and
participants will have an advanced preview of its contents.
An information sheet will be sent out describing what to bring and what to
expect.
Fee: £180/£160 concs.
Deposit: 80/60 by 21st March 2010.
Maximum: 14 participants
3 night accommodation (finish Sunday after lunch)
Self-catering (communal meals – price includes food)
For further info: kevanmanwaring [at] yahoo [dot] co [dot] uk
Tel:01225 334204
Websites: www.kevanmanwaring.co.uk and www.caemabon.co.uk
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Sunday 25 April 2010
THE GORSEDD OF RHIANNON AND THE WHITE HORSE
Beltaine Rite
The White Horse at Uffington, near where Oxfordshire, Berkshire and Wiltshire meet
Welcome to the Beltaine Meeting of the Gorsedd of Rhiannon and the White Horse (Yr Orsedd Riannon a'r March Canwelw).
We will meet in the main car park at the White Horse
around noon and then proceed to the area where the Gorsedd will be
held. This could be anywhere in the White Horse complex dependent on
numbers and weather. Recently this has either been at Dragon Hill or in
the field east of the car park. We will make the decision on the day.
(For those who are unable to manage the walk we'll lay on cars to ferry
you to the site.) The format will be very much the BDO/TDN style of
Gorsedd with Bardic initiation and handfastings offered if required.
Contributions for the informal eisteddfod (songs, poems, stories) will
be very welcome.
For further information contact htarrant_sun [at] hotmail [dot] com( Rainbow)
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