The Crone's Hearth

After five years of hosting the Crones' Hearth, I will be returning to the beginning - a little wiser and better organised I hope. This time my topical talk will focus on signs you may be a witch, what kind of witchcraft you might follow and what steps a beginner should take.
I will also give a brief talk on the origins of this festival and our astrologer, Lisa, will give an astro update on what is happening from Beltane to Litha. There will be a wild-wood visualisation exercise for those who wish to take part, so please bring a cushion or mat if you prefer to sit on the floor. It is customary to ground yourself by eating and drinking afterwards and a small snack and drink will be provided.
In order to recoup costs, a fee of £10 in cash is payable on entry. The Crone's Hearth is a lovely informal group which is not run for profit. It is strictly apolitical. I understand that sometimes, members can't make it at short notice due to ill health, family/work commitments or travel difficulties. Please just let me know so that I don't hold back the group waiting for your arrival. Due to the significant number of no shows at each event, coupled with the limitation on numbers attending, we have sadly had to introduce a policy of debarring no shows from booking on to other events.
Bright Blessings, Sharon

After the introductions and prayers, there will be a short talk about the history, folk practices and symbolism associated with the summer solstice, Litha. This will be followed by an introduction to Treelore and our astrologer, Lisa, will give an astro update on what is happening between Litha and Lughnasadh. There will be a wild-wood meditation for those who wish to take part. A drink and snack will be provided after the meditation.
The final talk will continue the introduction to witchcraft theme and focus on the worldview of the witch.
In order to recoup costs, a fee of £10 in cash is payable on entry.
The Crone's Hearth is a lovely informal group which is not run for profit. It is strictly apolitical. I understand that sometimes, members can't make it at short notice due to ill health, family/work commitments or travel difficulties. Please just let me know so that I don't hold back the group waiting for your arrival. Most of our gatherings are now fully booked and sometimes members are unable to attend, so please let me know if you cannot make it as soon as you know so that I can offer your place to another member. Sadly, given the number of no shows, we have had to introduce a policy of debarring those who simply do not turn up on the night without giving any reason for not joining us.
Bright Blessings, Sharon

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After introductions and prayers, there will be a short talk about the history, folk practices and symbolism associated with this ancient festival. Participants are invited to share any relevant readings and prayers. There will be a wild-wood meditation for those who wish to take part, so please bring a cushion or mat if you prefer to sit on the floor. It is customary to ground yourself by eating and drinking after a path working session and a drink and snack will be provided.
The lore of tree and herb is an important part of this spiritual path and will be discussed at every meeting so members can build on their knowledge. There will also be an astro update from Lisa and a talk about amulets, talismans and charms. Please check the page nearer the date further details on the talks.
In order to recoup costs, a fee of £15 in cash is payable on entry. The Crone's Hearth is a lovely informal group which is not run for profit. It is strictly apolitical. I understand that sometimes, members can't make it at short notice due to ill health, family/work commitments or travel difficulties. Please just let me know so that I don't hold back the group waiting for your arrival. Due to the significant number of no shows at each event, coupled with the limitation on numbers attending, we have sadly had to introduce a policy of debarring no shows from booking on to other events.

After introductions and prayers, the meeting will start with a brief talk about the history, folk practices and correspondences associated with Mabon/Harvest . There will be a wild-wood creative visualisation for those who wish to take part, so please bring a cushion or mat if you prefer to sit on the floor. It is customary to ground yourself by eating and drinking after this session and a small snack and drink will be provided.
The lore of tree and herb is an important part of this spiritual path and will be discussed at every meeting so group members' can build up their knowledge. Our astrologer, Lisa, will be giving an update on what is happening in the heavens between Mabon and Samhain. Please check out the page at a later date for details on the topical talk at the end of the evening.

In order to recoup costs, a fee of £15 in cash is payable on entry. The Crone's Hearth is a lovely informal group which is not run for profit. I understand that sometimes, members can't make it at short notice due to ill health, family/work commitments or travel difficulties. Please just let me know so that I don't hold back the group waiting for your arrival. Due to the significant number of no shows at each event, coupled with the limitation on numbers attending, we have sadly had to introduce a policy of debarring no shows from booking on to other events.
Bright Blessings, Sharon