Join us on Friday 13th December 2024 (2 days before a Gemini Full moon), for our monthly riverside Full moon ceremony. We gather by Millennium Bridge (south bank), collect all attendees, then walk down the steps to riverbank. There under the overhang created by the pavement, on sandy grounds, we set up goddess altar, set up lanterns, lights, incese and flowers.. These Open rituals are suitable for all Pagans, Magicians, Goddess-worshippers and especially those of you interested in Wiccan practices.Outline:
We open with a short Tree-energy pathworking (you can stand or be seated) for energy opening. This is followed by Wiccan style consecration with blessed salt/water and incense for purification. Then a magic circle is cast with a wand, and elements Air, fire, water, earth are called in east, south, west, north. We raise group energy with easy chants while circling the altar. Then call on Moon Goddess & Honed God God energies. Once this is done, we have a moment for some magical working -This varies each time. We finish the ceremony with communal blessing of all the food & drinks people brought, then close circle and feast.
No prior knowledge is required, as we facilitate this ceremony, with explanations and guidance. However please attend with an open mind. We are very friendly and down to earth folks, who can be mirthful and yet show serious reverence when required.
Wiccan words / References:
If you are interested, You can get a feel of the words we use by checking sections of our official website here:
Consecration :
http://witchcraftandmagic.uk/consecrations
Element calling:
[http://witchcraftandmagic.uk/elements-quarters-in-wiccan-circle](elements calling)
Circle casting (YT video)
[](Circle casting video )
Energy raising chants:
[http://witchcraftandmagic.uk/energy-raising-in-a-wiccan-ritual](Energy raising chants)
Please also bring some food / wine/ soft drinks to share **
Bring your own cups / chalice/ drinking vessels as we try to minimise plastic cup use for eco-reasons**
Fee: £5
Meeting point - 7pm- please read this carefully.:
Gather at 7.00pm on pavement steps (under Millennium Bridge / south bank side). We collect all attendees and walk down to Thames shores for altar set up and ritual.
Thames & Tides:
Our rituals tale place on the actual river bank... just few meters away from the water. Don't worry. We organise these Thames-rituals **at low tide** after checking Port of London authority Thames Tide time tables..
Safety:
The altar and ritual space are under cover (underneath a section of the pavement) and on sandy ground. Shoes/ boots will *not* get wet (unless you go to river edge).
BUT.. The steps leading down to river-side are slippery. River bank is full of gravel & sharp objects. So *if* you choose to explore or walk around, take extreme care with your own health & safety. You are responsible for your safety. ** location is not suitable for anyone with walking disabilities**
What to bring:
-- You can dress in any ordinary outdoor clothing/ coats/shoes.
Please dress appropriate for weather!
--BUT if you are inspired, you may dress in capes & robes too.
--Please bring food & drinks to share ( bread & cheese / humus/ soft drinks).
--A torchlight & Ground sheet (optional).
After the ritual is completed, some people stay a little longer to ask questions informally or to socialise, and to make new friends.
About us & our Policies :
https://www.meetup.com/LondonWoodlandWitches/about/
We have a strict NO DRUGS policy. Anyone found to be drunk or under substance influence will be refused participation. If complications arise, organisers will simply halt the ritual for the safety of all attending.
Also NO filming/ recording / interviews / research / surveys or such matters are allowed! No children allowed. Our events are for members' personal, magical, spiritual purposes only!
See you there.
Bright Blessings
-Mani
Event Venue
Millennium Bridge, London, United Kingdom