☆London Woodland Witches & Wizards

Join our NEW Witchy Full moon ritual gatherings, Outdoors in Richmond. Held as magical & pagan worship events, This location makes it easier to see the actual moon and hold our Ceremony in full moon light (subject to clouds ofcourse). These quiet outdoor woods-based rituals allow all to sink deeper into magical states, explore ritual elements and attuning to Horned God & Moon Goddess energies. There will be some gentle candle-lit picnic feasting & voluntary divination readings.

• These rituals are suitable for beginners and all interested in Wicca, Paganism & Ritual Magic. .
• We operate a STRICTLY NO DRUGS policy at all times .

1----- RITUAL : (details may vary)-- Our rituals are based on Wicca and adapted over many years of running open rituals in London.

• In general, We start with a brief attunement - a guided visualisation for stillness and energy opening to connect to Gaia / Mother Earth .
• Consecration where each person is blessed with consecrated water & incense. Then a magic circle is cast, while all attendees visualise a protective sphere around us.
• Guardians called - This varies. We may call the 4 Elements Air, Fire, Water, Earth; or the 4 Archangels; Or 5 Cosmic Guardians .
• Woodland God & Moon Goddess - Generally we call Moon Goddess & Woodland Horned God with chants & invocations.A selected lady may enact the role of the Goddess,, while facilitator (Mani) will take the role of the Woodland God. Both may read or recite `charges' (words spoken by Deity).
• Magic/ spell working. This varies each time- and may involve Rune chants, or candle or cord magics. .. for protection, healing, wealth, strength, love, Joy.

2.--- PRACTICAL DETAILS -----
FREE Event (but donations welcome to keep our free rituals going). Thank you.

Meeting point / Time:

• 5.30pm-6pm: Meet in the `HolyHock Cafe', Terrace Gardens, Richmond. Cafe closes at 6pm.
• Pre-ritual coffee: We will be there having teas/ coffee and gather all attendees..
• Then we walk up to a secluded area nearby (Terrace Fields) ..set up altar and hold the Ritual.

Travel:
Take bus 65 from outside Richmond Station. After approx 10mins, get off at `Robins Court (stop R).. walk 2minutes ahead in same side and turn left into `Terrace Gardens' (gated). Holyhock Cafe is 20 meters ahead inside Terrace Gardens.
What to bring?
You can bring the various items to enhance your experience. Torch light, good weather-appropriate 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 (and ankle covered socks! ).
• Small ground sheet & yoga matt / cushion to sit on for social.
• Your own Cups/chalice to drink from. (we provide disposable paper/plastic cups).

Please bring Picnic 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.

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

• The Terrace Gardens/ Terrace fileds are slightly steep, and may not be suitable for those with mobility or health issues.
• We have Strict NO Drugs/ NO substances policy. Anyone found breaching it will be asked to leave without refund. Police will be called on any troublemakers,
• NO filming during ritual ! No media intrusions. Our events are for spiritual & worship purposes only! (After ritual, you may take photos of altar and your self & your friends.). Organisers may take few photos with permission for our PR purposes.
• 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 contact details/ social profiles to anyone unless you have screened them well.
• We strive for a safe trusted environment at our ritual. Please be kind and respectful at all times. Report any perceived bullying or suspected harrasment issues to Facilitators asap.

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

--- TLC (Tamesa London Circle) Thames rituals by Mani established in 2006. LWW (London Woodland witches) established in 2014.---

About Wicca:
Wicca, now a recognised pagan religion, was established by Gerald Gardner in late 1950's in England (Gardnerian wicca), further developed by Doreen Valiente and Alex & Maxine Sanders (Alexandrian wicca). Wiccans celebrate the 13 full moons (esbats) and the 8-fold seasonal sabats - Imbolc, Spring, Beltane, Midsummer, Lammas, Autumn, Samhain, Yule. Wiccans work in open circles, while initiated Wiccan hold rituals in private Covens, following their Initiations.

If you are interested in Wicca Training & Initiation, speak to Mani. You may also attend our Wicca courses & spellcraft workshop to gain familiarity first for this path.

About Mani (facilitator) :
Mani is an initiated Witch & Gardnerian High Priest, starting his wiccan path in mid 90's by studying under Craft elders Dr.Vivianne Crowley & Chris Crowley. Mani has been running private Covens & public rituals since 2001. ` Mani has a Physics B.Sc degree, training in Transpersonal Psychology & counselling, and blends some Hindu & Shamanic practices into pagan rituals.

It's that dark time of the year.. as Autumn fades and winter approaches, our thoughts turn to Pumpkins and halloween parties. But deeper within we ready our selves to honour our dead ancestors and remember our dead!
Join us this night in the woods, where we burn away our regrets and fears in a small transformative Cauldron fire, guarded by the witches and the dark goddess Hecate. Then we prepare to invoke the Dark Lord of Death and Resurrection.. that he may open wide the veil between our world and that underworld where spirits rest.. We then call on our dead ancestors and loved ones gone, remember them . This is then followed by energy raising and rejoicing of our own glorious lives..

• We have a Strict NO DRUGS or Substances policy!

• Early-Witch tickets via our Eventbrite page (see link in comments below).

Ritual format (may vary on the day):

• Meeting & greeting attendees at the entrance to woods (`Queens Wood road) & walking all to ritual spot, where altar is set up.
• Opening prayers & attunement; Consecrations & Circle casting; Calling of elements.
• Calling of Goddess Hecate & Burning of Regrets; Calling of Dark Lord.. opening veil between worlds; Honouring ancestors
• chants, drums, spiral dance.
• Communal Blessing of Food & drinks; Closing circle & feasting & socials; Tidy up / departures.

-- PRACTICAL DETAILS ----------

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)

• Pease Gather at ENTRANCE to the woods on `QUEENS WOOD ROAD' / Capital Ring. Aim for postcode 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, please stay at home. There will be plenty of our Events & socials that you can attend in the future.
• The woodland terrain is mostly unsuitable for anyone with breathing issues, heart conditions or mobility issues.
• 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.
• Small ground sheet to sit on for social.
• Your own Cups/chalice to drink from.

Food & Drinks for Social after ritual ---
Please bring food & drinks to share . example: bread, butter, pitta bread, cheese, small picnic food, soft drinks, wine.
Tidying up: Help us keep woods tidy . 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.

Contacting Organiser:
Please send us a private messageor e-mail if you need more info. Please avoid last minute enquiries.
We look forward to welcoming you & sharing our magic with you.
Bright Blessings
-Mani & London Woodland Witches .