About us
"Waken all Ye unto Life and come Ye as the Charm is made!"
Welcome Witches, Pagans, Magicians, Shamans, Sages & Mages!!
Here in `London Woodland Witches ' our focus is in being Empowered by the powers of Elements, Nature & Ritual Magic! We hold rituals in Woods & Parks around London. And we look to Pagan traditions & Mythologies for magical inspirations !
You can easily attend our regular events:
- 13 Full moons & few new moon rituals by river Thames in central London,
- 8 Seasonal Festivities in Woods (Imbolc, Spring, Beltane, Midsummer, Lammas, Autumn, Samhain, Yule).
- Drumming sessions, Pagan Picnics, Deer watch in Richmond park;
- Cacao ceremonies, Psychic Healing & Protection circles
- Eco / Earth Day gatherings .
- Training workshops & courses .. in Wicca, Paganism, High magic, Angelic works, Planetary magic, Spellcraft and more!.
Magical principles we work with:
• An it Harm none, do what you Will.
• As Above. So Below. As within. So without .
• Know Thy Self.
• The divine is both male & female, has many forms (Gods & Goddesses).
• Elements & Pentagram
-- Our POLICY ---
- NOT all of our Woodland venues are suitable for those with mobility issues.
- All attendees are responsible for their own well-being and Health & safety.
- NO Drugs, NO filming or photos during ritual !
- No note-taking, interviews, or recording - Our rituals are `worship & religious events' . You can experience it and go home to write about it.
- No children allowed. (except at special `Family friendly day events' explicitely stated).
- Inclusivity: We are inclusive of all race, pagan beliefs, genders, sexuality, LGBTQP+
We look forward to sharing our magic and friendships with you.
"Blessings of good Health, Wealth, Strength, Peace, Love and fulfilment and happiness!" (Wiccan food blessing!)
Bright Blessings
- Mani, Peter, Rachel, Evanna, Meg, Fallowe.
Admin team , London Woodland Witches
January 2026, London, UK
Upcoming events
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- £10.00
Woodland Cacao - Earth Day special
Queen's Wood Road, London, GBWe are gathering on this evening to honour Earth Day - with a special Cacao ceremony, that inlcudes sacred space & calling te elemental guardians Air, Fire, water, Earth.. and Totemic animal spirits of the UK. Once Cacao is prepared and we begin sipping, there will be drumming & chants to attune to the Earth, open our heart centres and connect to the Heart of mother Gaian (Earth Goddess in greek mythology). We'll then engage in some Eco-magic - sending protection for all wild life, safeguarding the environment, and ending wars and bringing peace! (This magic will be reinforced with magic at our World Peace day Cacao circle on 21st in September!)
- Help Build altar : Few of the attendees can help us build altar with logs, foliage, and lights and lanterns, statues brought from home.
Cacao drinking in Tribal Cultures.
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.What we do in our Cacao Ritual
We began Cacao circles in Hampstead Heath, way back in June 2021, with Freya Witch leading them (part of our sister group ``London Higher Healing' ) . A new cycle began with our Earth Hour Cacao ritual in March 2025,. Our aim is to hold these in woodland, so as to get closer to the natural environments similar to where tribes would do cacao rituals.- *We are using Organic, Vegan, Ceremonial grade Cacao, grown by the Ashaninka Tribe in Peru*
- This Cacao circle will have all our usual ceremonial aspects - Sage incense 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.
- Following this, a singing bowl (heart frequency) is used for each person, to allow them to work on their own heart opening; Attendeeds are then led in a short guided pathworking / Journey, and given silent time to explore their inner realms further - and allow insights & visions to appear, as well as energies to gently shift.
- Sharing Circle: Once the Journey has ended, we come together to sit in a circle, have some light snacks to ground, as we share any thoughts and experiences. (sharing is optional).
----PRACTICAL DETAILS -----
What you can bring- What to wear : Capes, robes, cloaks, tribal attire, masks, flower crowns.
- For ritual: Bring Ritual charms, crystals, talismans - to put on altar; also eco-magical banners & art works to add to our Eco-magic. (only affirmations in the positive please.. )
- Food: Vegetarian food / snacks welcome (no meat or alcohol). Flowers & lanterns & incense. Bring Picnic for your self, and some Food & Drinks to share if possible.
- Practical : Bring ground sheet / blanket or folding seats (for yourself). .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 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.
- For Ages 18+ and over only.
- Health : 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+
We look forward to sharing our magic with you.
Bright Blessings
-Mani
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History of Earth Day:
Earth Day 22nd April- has been celebrated and marked by people of the world for over 40 years (since 1971). It provides a focus for hundreds of initiatives and activities.. from Eco-based fundraising, environmental campaigns, creating educational activities for those unaware of Earth’s ecological & environmental problems.. to magical or spiritual ceremonies to connect with Gaia“ the earth goddess/ spirit!About the Organiser :
Mani, with Hindu roots, 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, with rituals, covens and workshop. Mani has a Physics B.Sc degree, training in Transpersonal Psychology & counselling, and blends some Hindu & Shamanic practices into pagan rituals.
Follow Mani (Instagram)
www.instagram.com/mani.woodlandwitch
Facebook grp
www.facebook.com/groups/LondonWoodlandWitches1 attendee - £5.00
Woodland Beltane & Maypole dance 2026 (London)
Queen's Wood Road, London, GBJoin us to celebrate BELTANE in the woods.. with a Pagan Ceremony & Maypole Dance. We'll drum, dance, do magic and have a feast. We will collect all attendees at 2pm from the entrance to Queens' Woods (the entrance on Queen's Wood lane), lead all to our prepared Ritual space, and begin our Beltane Festivities.
About Beltane:
At Beltane (May eve) the land is at it’s most lush and green, and fertile. In the God-Goddess myths, this is when the playful God is said to commit to the Goddess – which is symbolised by the Sacred Marriage! The Maypole dance that is traditional at this time symbolises the fertile powers of the masculine, penetrating the land, and the ribbons danced and woven around it lock that power! A ring of flower at the tip of the Maypole signifies the feminine. Magical working with the Fay (Fairies) is an important feature at this time.
We have a Strict NO DRUGS or Substances policy!
If you reserved a space, please BRING CASH for entrance fee (or pay full fee online in advance)Meeting point - is on *Queens Wood Road
Walk along Wood Lane. Half way along, it changes name to Queens Wood Road. Gather at ENTRANCE on `QUEENS WOOD ROAD'
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.Safety --
If you feel unwell (even if it's just start or end of cough/ cold) please do not attend as you may infect many others! If unwell, please stay at home and get well soon. You can attend our next ritual.
The woodland terrain is unsuitable for anyone with breathing issues, heart conditions or mobility issues.
There are no formal toilets nearby . (nearest pub `woodmans' is about about 20minute walk from ritual spot).
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.Food & Drinks to share after ritual ---
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.
--- OUR POLICY -------------
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 avoid last minute enquiries as our Ritual team gets busy preparing for this event. We look forward to welcoming you & sharing our magic with you.Bright Blessings
-London Woodland Witches .Facebook
www.facebook.com/groups/LondonWoodlandWitches-----IMPORTANT NOTICE ------------
Good news. we are continuing with meetup for the near future.. with some fee changes so we can afford to pay meetup costs.
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Hastings GreenMan Festival
Hastings, GBHastings - Traditional Jack in the Green Festival is Back!!
Jack O'Green is coming out to play .. with fauns, Nymphs, Satyrs, Horned Gods, Goddesses, Green men and Green women and all festive folks!! It's a weekend of frolics and festivities, with many activites over the long weekend (bank holiday).
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Some of us from `London Woodland Witches' are planning to go to Hastings, for the final day processions.pls RSVP and stay updated with our plans nearer the time.
-----------------------------------here's the official info from organisers
https://hastingstraditionaljackinthegreen.co.uk/eventsBright Blessings
-Mani1 attendee
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