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We are fast approaching the fire festival of Beltane. the time of union between the God and Goddess, the Sun and the Earth.This year we return to the woody glade at the top of Ecclesall woods, Sheffield.
We will celebrate the turning of the wheel, and noticing how the season's changes move through us and around us.
We call in union and balance, love in all forms, community and merriment!
Beltane is always a popular ceremony, filled with laughter and frivolity as we dance the Maypole, jump the Beltane Fire and come together to share songs, play music and celebrate the union which leads to the fruitful abundance of harvests in the coming months.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
WHERE?
We will be meeting you at the Car Park at Whirlow Playing Fields. This is down a bumpy track off from Limb Lane, via Ecclesall Road South.
Map link below:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/SdDJpAB8KZsSAbZ2A?g_st=ic
Public transport is available to Whirlow and Ecclesall Road South. Please use the bus information service on: https://www.travelsouthyorkshire.com/TSY/media/Timetables/81-82-Sheffield-valid-from-29-October-2023-(PDF-629kb).pdf?ext=.pdf
WHEN?
Please ensure you give yourself plenty of time to arrive in time for a 2pm start. The ceremony procession across the field will leave at 2pm.
ACCESSIBILITY:
You will be walking across the playing field, although it is flat, it is currently muddy. Please wear suitable footwear.
The woodland floor is bumpy and there will be roots and sticks.
Please take care and be responsible for yourselves. If you need assistance, let us know.
WHAT TO BRING?
Wear Beltane colours of red, pink and green. Wellies might be a good idea as the land is still very wet.
Bring an offering for the altars. Flowers, petals, fruit etc.
Please bring something to share for after the ceremony, we will be having Beltane Tea, which will include sharing cakes and fruits.
Remember to eat lunch before the ceremony and bring a flask of tea for yourself (or to share) and some cakes, biscuits, fruit or chocolate to share.
Please be responsible for your own allergies.
We will spend time together after the ceremony by the Beltane Fire. Please bring an instrument and a song to share, a poem or short story.
There will also be an optional sharing circle during the communal picnic organised by one of our temple Melissa, Bee:
?Pride at Beltane,
Discussion around LGBTQIA+ experiences of Beltane and invitation to contribute to a queer Beltane altar (flowers/affirmations etc)
Sheffield Goddess Temple is an inclusive space, you do not need to believe in anything to visit our temple or attend our events. Everyone is welcome.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Limb Lane, Sheffield, S17 3, United Kingdom