☆London Woodland Witches & Pagans

"Arise, arise, arise! Arise from your place of snow and ice..!"
we chant, , as we invoke the Virgin Goddess Bride. Come Celebrate IMBOLC ceremony in the woods with us `London Woodland Witches'.

• Please RSVP if you plan to attend. So we can bring correct amount of ritual items for magical working. Thanks
• You can offer cash fee at start of ritual, or book in advance via our Eventbrite page. link in comment section!

In Pagan & Magical traditions, Imbolc is the time when the Crone/ Winter Goddess loosens her grip on the land, so that the ice melts and waters flow again. It is when the Goddess Bride (Brigid) `returns’ to us, having spent time in deep caverns of the Earth, resting & regenerating (supposedly after giving birth to the SunChild)! Her path is lit by candles, symbolising the return of light and warmth which is imminent. Bride is a Goddess of poetry, inspiration, healing, knot-magic and weaving. As she returns to us, Brigid brings the gifts of 3 flames - purification, Creativity and Healing!

In this Ceremony, we create a sacred altar with statues, candles, inecnse, magical charms, arts.crafts & decorations, adding wooden logs & foliage we find in the woods, and plenty of LED lights! We light a path to the altra area with small candles and string lights. We `Call on the Goddess' with a group invocation (read, line by line and repeated), , and a choosen young lady, wearing a crown of lights, walks along to altar, and taking on the symbolic role of Brigid. She may then read some poetic words we have prepared and printed out. .. as a symbolic Blessing given by the `Goddess Brigid' to the gathered people.
This ritual event starts in the evening.. So bring torch lights for later. Or better still, bring a lantern for the circle and altar and to walk in the woods.

Magic:
We will be briefly using flaming torches (yes real ones, carefully) for all attendees to pass between flames as a magical act of purification. There will also be a group healing chant, followed by magic .
Please RSVP if you plan to attend. So we can bring correct amount of ritual items for magical working. Thanks **

Venue:
Queen's Woods, High gate, London (N6 5UU). These events are held in a public Open woods, with rough terrain, and in natural weather conditions .

Meeting point: (please read this carefully)

• Queen's Wood, High Gate. These events are held in a public Open woods, with rough terrain, and in natural weather conditions .
• Gather at The entrance to Queen's Woods . (Queen's wood Road, N6 5UU) .
• Google map ref: 51.580240, -0.142252

Ritual Team member will come meet you, collect cash fees, and lead all into the woods, to our ritual space.

Woodland safety --

• If you feel unwell (even if it's just cough/ cold) please stay at home. There will be plenty of other socials that you can attend in the future.
• The woodland terrain is unevent, at places quite steep, full of roots, fallen logs. We veer off the foot paths and into actual woods for ceremony. It is mostly unsuitable for anyone with breathing issues, heart conditions or mobility issues.
• Those attending with any mobility issues must being your own Carer/ support.
• There are no formal toilets nearby or cafe etc. (all are about 15-20minute walk).

What to bring?

• Ritual items (optional): Moon crowns, flower crowns Ritual cloaks, capes, masks; lanterns, candles in jars..
• Torch light for safe walking at night.
• Warm clothing & rain-coats/ outdoor shoes or boots (and ankle covered socks! ).
• Small ground sheet to sit on for social.
• Your own Cups/chalice to drink from.

-- FEASTING & SOCIAL --

Please bring food & drinks to share (optional)...example: bread, butter, putting bread, cheese, small picnic food, soft drinks, wine.
If there are unopened food items, please share them out and take them home. .
Tidying up: please Take any rubbish out to bins on pavements.

-- POLICY / GUIDELINES ---

• The Woodland terrain is NOT suitable for those with mobility issues.
• NO Drugs, NO filming or photos during ritual !
• No children allowed.
• Inclusivity: We are inclusive of all race, pagan beliefs, genders, sexuality, LGBTQP+
• All attendees are responsible for their own well-being and Health & safety.

A Call to Magic for Global Safety

Come join me in a special ritual, when the moon is still waxing in the sign of Leo, to make a sacred circle and call upon one of the fiercest goddesses in myth and legends. Sekhmet the Lion-headed warrior Goddess.
Normally in our Sekhmet rituals at Leo new moons, we invoke and calm her rage and thirst with beer and wine.
This time, however, on a waxing leo full moon, we shall invoke her and petition her to vanquish warmongering tyrants. The how and where and when - we leave to the wisdom of the warrior Goddess!

Wars are nothing new - sadly!
But now, a dark force is rising fast in the western world - and some tyrrants have managed to unravel centuries of peace, and driven by whims and egos, they theaten to instigate a new wars!
Many people would think this will pass. Others will say its all Fated. More will say there are lessons to be learnt and we must not interfere!
Evil wins and when good people do nothing. And while politicians are paralysed and very measured in their reactions, can we Witches and magicians really afford to sit and wait?
Come stand in a ritual Circle - and Call this warrior Goddess Goddess to stop these Tyrannt.!

RITUAL what to expect ----

• We start with a brief pathworking - a guided visualisation for stillness and energy opening. This is followed by consecration where each person is blessed with consecrated water & incense. Then a magic circle is cast with a wand, and visualisation of a protective bubble / sphere around us. Elements Air, fire, water, earth are called in east, south, west, north. We raise group energy with easy chants while circling around or infront of the altar.
• Then call on ** Goddess ** energies. Sometimes a titual team member (or a selected attendee) plays the role of the Moon Goddess. 4-5 ladies may be asked to take on Goddess-support roles, circling the Goddess and using Goddess related chants to raise energy.
• We then have a moment for some magic/ spell working. This varies each time. Feasting & social: We finish the ceremony with communal blessing of all the food & drinks people brought, share some thoughts/ feed-back, then close circle and feast.

Duration: 7.00pm for meeting by Millennium Bridge. Ritual held by riverside. Event ends around 9.30pm.
* FREE EVENT *

Ritual Venue & Meeting point

• Gather on the pavement-steps under the the Millennium Bridge (south bank side, near Tate Modern Gallery) . One of our team member will be there with a Lantern to meet you all! We walk down to river bank, set up altar and start ceremony.
• Riverside These events are held in a public area by Thames shore, about 5-10meters away from water's edge. There are concrete steps going down from pavement to rivershore. Our rituals are planned on date/ time where tide is low.

What to bring?

• Ritual items (optional): Moon crowns, flower crowns Ritual cloaks, capes, masks; lanterns, candles in jars..
• Torch light for safe walking at night.
• Warm clothing & rain-coats/ outdoor shoes or boots (and ankle covered socks! ).
• Small ground sheet to sit on for social.
• Your own Cups/chalice to drink from.

-- POLICY & GUIDELINES ---

• The Rivershore venue is NOT suitable for those with mobility issues.
• NO Drugs, NO filming during ritual ! No children allowed. Our events are for members' personal, magical, spiritual purposes only!
• Inclusivity: We are inclusive of all race, pagan beliefs, genders, sexuality, LGBTQP+
• All attendees are responsible for their own well-being and Health & safety.

Join us for the first of our Cacao circles of this new year 2026. We begin witrh a very auspicious Shivarathri themed Ceremony! We gather on Friday the 13th February, for this special event.

• *We are using Organic, Vegan, Ceremonial grade Cacao, grown by the Ashaninka Tribe in Peru*
• Spaces strictly limited - please use our eventbrite link to book spaces. Thank you.

This Cacao circle will have all our usual ceremonial aspects - smudging & purifying our selves and altar area, then each person adding a spoon of ritual grade Cacao to vegan-friendly milk - speaking positive intentions for eco-magic. While cacao is heating up, we drum, dance, chant, and movement around the cooker/ cacao, as we raise energy. Then Cacao shared out and drunk by each person.

Cacao drinking in a ritual circle.
It is an old tribal practice that works gently in heartcentre and energy openings in people. It takes time to work. It's effects are subtle, and can include a good feeling of wellness, connection, love, gratitude, mindfullness, positivity. So starting with groundedness, stillness, and balance is importrant in order to feel its effects.

Flame ritual & Mantra Meditation -
we commence with personal chakra opening with their relevant mantras. A small ceremonial fire is created in a container representing the Infite Flame of Lord Shiva. While listeining to 108 mantra chants music, we offer flowers & herbs to the flame of Shiva, while silently meditating.. (or inwadly chanting the same mantra). . .

Mantras to be used / listened

• Shiva Mantra - "Om Nama Shivaya "
• Chakra mantras - Lam (root), Vam (sacral) Ram (Solar), Yam (heart), Ham (throat), Om (throat), Aum (crown- or silent Om)

Candle magic-
while people are seated and allowing the Cacaco to work, the myth of Shivarathri will be told. Following this, each person lights their own candle (provided) from the central Flame. These candles are for people to take home, to light when they are in need of this magic.
No experience necessary. You will be fully guided in this adapted Hindu-pagan ceremony, facilitated by Mani.

----PRACTICAL DETAILS -----

Date/ duration/venue :

• Friday 13th February 2026
• 7pm to 10pm
• Queen's Woods, Highgate, London.

.How you can prepare for this -

• Have a bathb or shower before attending.
• Have only vegetarian food on this day.. before ritual and afterwards.
• No alcohol or drugs.

What you can bring

• For ritual: Vegetarian food / snacks welcome (no meat or alcohol). Flowers & lanterns & incense. prayer beads or Rudraksha beads (has 108 beads).
• Practical : Wrap up really warm. Cushion/ yoga mat to sit on. blanket, throw to cover your self..(if it becomes cold).
• Optional- Drums, rattles, percursion musical instruments; Note books; Lanterns / candles; your own crystals & talismans to keep with you for journey; Your own Cup to drink Cacao from. (we provide reusuable cups).

Venue:
Queen's Wood (nearest Tube: High Gate). This ceremony is held in a public woods, in the evening, in natural weather conditions , So please do come fully prepared as follows!-
Meeting point :

• Gather at The entrance to Queen's Woods, Queen's wood Road, N6 5UU .
• Google map ref: 51.580240, -0.142252

Mani (Facilittor) will meet & collect you, and lead all attendees into the woods, to a chosen ritual space, where the Cacao ceremony will commence.

--- OUR POLICY --------

• NO Drugs/ substances, NO Alcohol at this event.
• Only Vegetarian/ vegan foods snacks, thanks.
• For Ages 18+ and over only.
• Health & Safety: If you feel unwell please stay at home. you can attend next time.
• These woods are NOT suitable for anyone with mobility issues, wheel chairs.
• Inclusivity: Please be kind, compassionate to one another throughout the whole gathering. We are inclusive of all race, genders, sexuality, LGBTQP+

Join our Full moon ritual (monthly Wicca Circle) on the banks of river Thames, to set up altar, invoke the Triple moon Goddess and do magic at the heart of London. These rituals are suitable for beginners and all interested in Paganism, Wicca & Ritual Magic. Facilitated by Mani (Wiccan Highpriest) & Woodland Witches ritual team, these rituals also provide an opportunity to take on some roles and gain ritual experiences over time.

• We operate a STRICTLY NO DRUGS policy at all times ** .

RITUAL what to expect ----

• We start with a brief pathworking - a guided visualisation for stillness and energy opening. This is followed by consecration where each person is blessed with consecrated water & incense. Then a magic circle is cast with a wand, and visualisation of a protective bubble / sphere around us. Elements Air, fire, water, earth are called in east, south, west, north. We raise group energy with easy chants while circling around or infront of the altar.
• Then call on ** Goddess ** energies. A team member (or a selected attendee) plays the role of the Moon Goddess. 4-5 ladies may be asked to take on Goddess-support roles, circling the Goddess and using Goddess related chants to raise energy.
• We then have a moment for some magic/ spell working. This varies each time. Feasting & social: We finish the ceremony with communal blessing of all the food & drinks people brought, share some thoughts/ feed-back, then close circle and feast.

PRACTICAL INFO ---------

Duration: 7.00pm meeting by Millennium Bridge. Event is held by river bank. Event ends at 10pm.
Fee: £5+ via eventbrite. (or just turn up & pay cash £5 at start of Event).
Ritual venue & Meeting point

• Gather on the pavement-steps under the the Millennium Bridge (south bank side, near Tate Modern Gallery) . One of our team member will be there with a Lantern to meet you all! We walk down to river bank, set up altar and start ceremony.
• Riverside -These events are held in a public area by Thames shore, about 5-10meters away from water's edge. There are concrete steps going down from pavement to rivershore. Our rituals are planned on date/ time where tide is low.

What to bring?
You can bring the following optional items to enhance your experience of this ritual event. Torch light, good clothing for outdoors are highly recommended..

• Ritual items (optional): Moon crowns, flower crowns Ritual cloaks, capes, masks; lanterns, candles in jars..
• Torch light for safe walking at night.
• Warm clothing & rain-coats/ outdoor shoes or boots (and ankle covered socks! ).
• Small ground sheet to sit on for social.
• Your own Cups/chalice to drink from.

Please bring food & drinks to share (optional). example: bread, butter, pita bread, cheese, small picnic food, soft drinks, wine.
If there are unopened food items, please share them out and take them home. .
Tidying up: please Take any rubbish out to bins on pavements.

POLICY & GUIDELINES -----------

• The Rivershore venue is NOT suitable for those with mobility issues.
• We have Strict NO Drugs/ substances policy. Anyone found breaching it will be asked to leave or removed without refund. Police will be called on any troublemakers,
• NO filming during ritual ! No media interviews, journalist intrusions. Our events are for spiritual & worship purposes only! (you may only take solo photos of altar - after ritual and your self).
• No children allowed at any time. Our events are for 18+ yrs and older.
• Inclusivity: We are inclusive of all race, pagan beliefs, genders, sexuality, LGBTQP+
• All attendees are responsible for their own well-being and Health & safety. Do not give out your personal numbers/ contact details/ social media profiles to anyone unless you have screened them well and make a judgement call. Organisers can only vouch for our own ritual team members.

We look forward to sharing our magic with you. Please send us a private message /e-mail, if you need more info.
Bright Blessings
-Mani
Founder/ organiser - London Woodland Witches
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About Wicca:
Wicca, a moder form of Witchcraft religion, was established by Gerald Gardner in late 1950's in England (Gardnerian Wicca), then Alex Saunders (Alexandrian Wicca) with promient contributions from High Priestesses Doreen Valiente (mother of moder wicca) and Maxine Sanders. Wicca has a format of creating sacred space, consecrations, calling 4 elements, energy raising, then invoking Horned Good & moon Goddesses, followed by ritual magic! Wiccans celebrate the 13 full moons (esbats) and the 8-fold seasonal sabats - Imbolc, Spring, Beltane, Midsummer, Lammas, Autumn, Samhain, Yule.

About the Organiser :
Mani is an author, teacher, initiated Witch & High Priest, with 30yrs of Wicca & magical experiences. Since 2004, he has been working more and more in Woods, holding rituals, covens and workshop in nature. Mani has a Physics B.Sc degree, some training in Transpersonal Psychology & counselling, and blends a little Hindu & Shamanic practices into pagan rituals.

POLICY & GUIDELINES -----------

• The Rivershore venue is NOT suitable for those with mobility issues.
• We have Strict NO Drugs/ substances policy. Anyone found breaching it will be asked to leave or removed without refund. Police will be called on any troublemakers,
• NO filming during ritual ! No media interviews, journalist intrusions. Our events are for spiritual & worship purposes only! (you may only take solo photos of altar - after ritual and your self).
• No children allowed at any time. Our events are for 18+ yrs and older.
• Inclusivity: We are inclusive of all race, pagan beliefs, genders, sexuality, LGBTQP+
• All attendees are responsible for their own well-being and Health & safety. Do not give out your personal numbers/ contact details/ social media profiles to anyone unless you have screened them well and make a judgement call. Organisers can only vouch for our own ritual team members.