Waking The Witch: Pendle Hill Retreat

Saturday 1st - Sunday 2nd November, 2pm Saturday - 4.30pm Sunday inclusive.

Waking the Witch is a seasonal retreat in the hauntingly beautiful surroundings of Pendle Hill, Lancashire, a landscape steeped in myth, magic and dark history - the home of the famous Pendle Witches.

You are warmly invited to gather with us on the cusp of winter, when the veil between worlds grows thin, to reconnect with your own inner witch.

A witch is not something evil or demonic, but a reflection of what society fears most in women...autonomy, wisdom, courage and the rebellious spirit to defy social norms. This retreat is about reclaiming the parts of you that have been suppressed. The fear of speaking your truth, of trusting your intuition and of being seen in your full creative expression.

Through a series of potent workshops, time in nature, connecting with others and room to enjoy plenty of personal space and quiet moments - you can give yourself the gift of a witchy wintering getaway.

• You have often felt different to people around you.
• You sensed your intuitive/healing gifts but felt shamed or misunderstood.
• You have struggled with trust or deep connection in relationships, particularly in female friendships.
• You have felt a loving, animist bond with nature, the elements and the cosmos but you don't always give yourself space to explore this.
• You feel called to reclaim the mystical, hidden parts of yourself that have not always felt safe to share and that you fear are too "woo-woo."

• You have often felt different to people around you.
• You sensed your intuitive/healing gifts but felt shamed or misunderstood.
• You have struggled with trust or deep connection in relationships, particularly in female friendships.
• You have felt a loving, animist bond with nature, the elements and the cosmos but you don't always give yourself space to explore this.
• You feel called to reclaim the mystical, hidden parts of yourself that have not always felt safe to share and that you fear are too "woo-woo."

What's Included?

꩜ 1 night stay at the cosy Barley Mow rural inn, Pendle Hill.

✩ All meals, drinks and refreshments included.

꩜ Seasonal creative workshops, circles and a relaxing sound bath.

✩ Mini Personalised Oracle and Tarot readings.

꩜ Guided nature walk around Pendle Sculpture Trail.

✩ Special local gifts and offerings to take home.

Joining us for the full weekend experience?

You’ll be settling into the enchanting , a charming country inn tucked away in the picturesque village of Barley.

Think roaring fires, cosy nooks and a menu that takes you from hearty pub classics to international delights...there's plenty to choose from!

Your room will be a cosy sanctuary, with a comfortable bed, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and ensuite facilities. Rustic beams, stone details and thoughtful touches of décor make it feel like a countryside escape sprinkled with a little magic.

Perfect for unwinding, reflecting and savouring the slower rhythms of village and countryside life.

You can view more images and find out further details about the accommodation on The Barley Mow website.

We will start off at Barley Village Hall, casting a circle to honour the themes of the retreat.

This will be a gentle space to get to know each other, followed by a guided meditation and energy work to awaken the witch within, setting intentions for the weekend and calling back the parts of yourself that have been hidden, silenced or suppressed.

You will be invited to craft your own witch archetype and find your seasonal guide, plus there will be ancestral invocation and offerings, an opportunity to weave lineage, personal histories, collective stories and local tales into our circle.

In the evening, you will enjoy time settling into your room at The Barley Mow before joining everyone at The Witch's Table (downstairs in the restaurant!) as we share a meal together by the fire.

On Sunday, we will start with a delicious breakfast at The Barley Mow, followed by an optional mindful walk through the forests of Pendle Sculpture Trail. A chance to really tune into the myths, history and energies of Pendle Hill.

In the afternoon, there will be a light lunch at Barley Village Hall before getting stuck into a create your own Grimoire workshop. A Grimoire is your own personal book/diary that contains all your magical learnings and it's a vessel for your insights and seasonal wisdom. Discover simple ways to weave sigils, symbols and spells into your pages, making it a living record of the weekend and your personal witch’s journey.

After the crafting, a closing circle will be facilitated with gifts and practical tools to take away so that you can maintain a connection and continue developing your spiritual practice after the retreat. A dreamy candlelit Sound Bath will draw the retreat to a close and have you almost drifting off, before we say our goodbyes.

This retreat is hosted by Rosannah Jones, Menstrual Cycle Coach, Educator & Artist. Read more about Rosannah here.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Barley Mow, Barley Village, Burnley, United Kingdom