As the nights draw in we gather together around the camp fire and in the double-burner-heated yurt in conscious connection to share the warm embers of our hearts. Held by 88 acres of ancient river bound woodland, we look to nature as it softens, lets go and drops gently into its inner world, surrounded and supported by its ever-breathing hibernating environment. Through stillness, softness and a willingness to hold and be held in our realness, we will share stories, laughter, tears, hopes, aspirations and fears, breathing together in conscious connection.
Weve been holding 3 or 4 gatherings a year at WILD WAYS rustic retreat in Shropshire where you can simply come and BE without teachings, formulaic structure, expectations to partake in any of the beautiful offerings which often come together in the flowing energy of sharing, co-creating and allowing. Everything is an invitation, NEVER an instruction. We are a deepening community of mature like-minded souls aware of our human need and desire for heart-centred conscious connection. There's often mediation, movement, yoga/tai chi, sacred music, dance, heart-sharing circles, consensual nurturing touch or massage, walks in nature, good food, campfire and sauna.
Accommodation can be camping, van, shared dorm or private caravan. Cost is fully inclusive of accommodation, food, activities and sauna. Food is included with an opportunity to cook communally. There are loos and hot showers. Drinks available throughout the day.
Cost: We like to make the gatherings affordable whilst also valuing the time, skill and energy needed to organise and hold the events. We ask that you consider honestly your ability to support the continuation of the events by paying what you can comfortably afford on the scale of £250 - 350
If you are genuinely unable to afford this then please email me directly on [email protected] as there may be a possibility of complementary exchange.
Monthly peer shares: For some of us, conscious connection/touch and nurturing non-sexual intimacy is the essence of our primary purpose in life. We recognise and celebrate this by joining together with peers in developing Conscious Connection Communities around the globe. They are peer-lead rather than facilitated teachings, based on a common understanding of boundaries and consent, and the ability and willingness to honour and respect self and other with equal regard. They are intended to nurture and promote soothing of our minds, bodies and souls as we relax into knowing we can hold ourselves and others in love and trust. Many practitioners find them essential for own self- care/nurturing. Maximum 12 people. South Devon: The last Sunday of each month Bristol: Venue and dates TBC - Autumn 2024 For more info and to book click here:
Past Events
2022. October 1-3 The Embers Burn - Coming home to self. Wildways Weekly Conscious Touch/Wheel of consent group. Tones
2021 July 9-11th - Gently Slowly - Stepping slowly into Conscious REconnection August 13-17th - Nature's way - Breathing into conscious reconnection 2020 - Conscious connection: 3 days online. April. Lockdown love zooms. May-September. 2019. Spring Rising: April, Sensing summer: July, Autumn gatheringSeptember. Art of Intimacy December & Jan 2018. Spring into intimacy: April 12-14. Summer gathering: July 1-3rd Autumn Gathering Sept 26-28. Peer massage day Nov - Jan 2017. Spring Rising: April, Summer souls: July, Falling into you: September. Warm embrace: December 2016...SEPTEMBER. AUTUMN SNUGGLE GATHERING WILD WAYS JuNE 28TH - JULY 1ST RETURN TO INNOCENCE - CC CAMP- WILDWAYS APRIL 12-14TH CONSCIOUS CONNECTION GATHERING - WILDWAYS FRIDAY MARCH 22: CUDDLE PUDDLE/ CONSCIOUS TOUCH & SOUND BATH Fri.Feb 15th: CONSCIOUS TOUCH TRAININ FOR COUPLES SATURDAY FEB 16TH: SOLO BELOVEDS RETREAT SUNDAY FEB 17TH: MASSAGE TRAINING DAY FRIDAY FEB 15TH: CUDLE PUDDLE & SOUND RESONANCE FRIDAY jAN 11TH: CUDDLE PUDDLE & gong resonance - stroud DECEMBER 28TH: CUDDLE PUDDLE & GONG RESONANCE - STROUD. DECEMBER 1ST: CUDDLE PUDDLE & GONG RESONANCE - stroud CONCIOUS CONNECTION CAMP - GLOUCESTER - JULY 2016 & 2017
'In the bleak mid winter...' NOPE - We are having none of that! Festive Gathering Dec 28th 4.30-9.30 Let's brighten up the anti-climax of Xmas by joining together in conscious connection on the 28th December; there's a whole of day of peer-conscious touch and massage for those with experience and healing hands, and also a separate invitation to come share an evening of post-festive cheer as we snuggle together with food to share and fluffy blankets, and soft nurturing conscious cuddling in the warmth of like-minded open-hearted CC community peeps; DELISH!
CONNECTION TO SELF - DIVINE - OTHER
,One of the most common feedback comments after any of the Conscious Connection events is the sense of developing community. From the first camp to the last weekend workshop people come back to re-connect with each other, and so the community gatherings are perfect for this.
We attract some amazingly gifted healers, facilitators, teachers & musicians who, it seems, are keen to share their gifts, and so unlike the workshops, retreats & camps where the space is held by a tiny team, this gathering is intentionally co-created by those who attend. We each have something to offer whether that be a workshop, cooking a meal or energetically holding space or offering a hug/listening ear. This is true community building.
There is some structure to hold the energetic container - Morning activities, food times, circle & pods - and then we open the rest of our time together in trust of creating a richly diverse experience. We have had sufi music, liquid love, multihand massage, nature walk, naked rain dance, body painting, cooking demo, tantric ritual, shamanic journeying, sound baths open mic poetry, chakra dance, Angel readings, story time, and much much more. This is the perfect place to find your courage to offer what you have been hiding from the world, in a loving, supportive community.
Wild Ways in Shropshire, a popular and well-established rustic retreat centre in 80+ acres of ancient, sacred, riverboundaried woodland, is the perfect place to come together to chill, to dance, to meditate, to explore/adventure, be still, let go, give gratitude. To touch and connect. It is THE place to come home - to yourself in the company of other like-minded open-hearted souls. http://wildwaysontheborle.co.uk
Accommodation is camping or shared dorm space (mattresses provided). Food is included, and you are invited to bring food to share or cook your fave dish if you wish. A few concessionary places are available for those wishing to help promote, set up, cater, support the gathering. Please apply to [email protected]
I like to keep events affordable and recognise how much hard work, time and energy goes into organising these events. I also recognise there is a plethora of events, growing each year, and so we each have to make a conscious choice where to place our funds. My invitation is that you take a moment to remember your values; Remember what is important to you and where you wish to invest in your personal fulfilment. For example, if you value high energy dancing - this is not the place to fulfil that in you; if you enjoy sexual exploration - this is not the place for you, however if you are looking for the place in nature that feeds your soul, that holds you in an energy of acceptance, expansion, a place where you can bring ALL of who you are without hiding or performing, a place of shared sensual and spiritual awakening, a place you can grow and make long-lasting connections in community, then this may be your place, and as such the place to invest in your beautiful self. We have 3 tier prices. Please consider honestly in alignment with your integrity the price you are willing to contribute. Payments can be made over 3 months (up until the day before the event) Speak with me if you would be genuinely financially challenged or unable to attend because of cost.
Tier 1: £205- Reflects time, effort, expertise and responsibility of organiser yielding reasonable self-care income. Tier 2: £195 - As above with small contribution to enable future events Tier 3: £185 - Cost including concessions, volunteer/support/organiser costs & expenses.
HOW TO BOOK:
As Conscious Connection events are intentionally intimate spaces places are limited - workshops 22, retreats & gatherings 25, Camps 45. We work on a FIRST COME FIRST SERVED basis so once you feel the YES I WANNA BE THERE energy book up IMMEDIATELY by emailing [email protected]
You will be sent the payment details by return and once you have paid, and let me know, you will receive confirmation of your place.
A £50 deposit will hold your place.(Paypal/BACS) - You can pay in instalments (BACS) Refunds are given up to 10 days before event begins.
I appreciate that for many, living in the moment and going with the flow is a preferred lifestyle choice. Believe me, I am this person - or have been. However as an organiser it is an absolute nightmare - and ridiculously time-consuming when chasing commitment and payment at the last minute. I invest in venue and other costs way up front - it's a risk, and I'm prepared to take it because I know these events help fulfill my life purpose - to make a difference.
I ask that you look into your heart and feel into your integrity around booking and payment, and if you are able to book early then please do. If you need to pay in installments, please email me.