EXPLORE THE VILLAGE
This is where the gathering begins to take shape…
where the land, the spaces,
and the rhythm of the days
begin to unfold.
A village is not created by one woman.
It is created by many hands, many hearts, many stories and many gifts woven together.
The Weavers are the women who help bring this gathering to life. They are the storytellers, teachers, healers, artists, musicians, space creators, craft makers, wisdom keepers and village women who generously share their gifts throughout the gathering.
Some have walked this path for many years. Others are sharing their wisdom in community for the very first time.
We do not choose women based on popularity, follower counts or how well known they are. We invite women whose offerings come from the heart, whose work aligns with the spirit of the village, and who are willing to contribute their unique thread to the tapestry we are creating together.
Over the course of the gathering you may find yourself singing around a fire, learning a new skill, resting in a healing space, listening to a story, creating with your hands, moving your body, or sitting in conversation that changes something deep within you.
Each experience is an invitation.
Each woman brings a thread.
Together, they help weave the village.
THE WEAVERS OF THE VILLAGE
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LAURA
This is me, the creatrix behind Sacred Sister. I have been working with women for over 30 years and if you ever told me this would be my path, after years of bullying and betrayal and never fitting in, I would have have said NO WAY….but it seemed the universe had another plan, and what I have learned is that SISTERHOOD truly is the MEDICINE to heal all wounds! With LOVE x
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MELA
I first met Mela in a field… many moons ago, she’s my birthday twin and when we chose to open the gathering to more women this year, there was no question in my mind who I wanted to bring into the heart of the kitchen.Mela is a somatic movement facilitator, menopause coach, and a true feeder of nourishing goodness…bringing women together through food, music & movement.
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ANNEE
Annee is our glorious Elder, stepping into create the Elders Village. We this year through the lovely Rachel. But these meetings are never by chance. From the moment she stepped in, I felt my nervous system rest. The wisdom shared already in this process of growing a beautiful team has been so powerful. Living in community, she loves working with death, ceremony, young people and sacred activism.
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MORGAN
YOU know those moments in life, where you can’t even recall how you met someone, they are such a part of your soul journey, Morgan is that sister to me. She has been by my side through so many gatherings, plays a huge part in our wellbeing village, through her extraordinary therapies, her sounds and her ability to hold women in even the toughest moments. The one who stands by my side & sees me!
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JAI
This beautiful human has proved themselves over and over as our handy person to have around. They are the most present soul in a crisis, will sit with you till the sunrises, and can sing like an angel, albeit usually a shy one at first. Can turn there hand to anything, is always present as our sound tech and honestly I would trust them with anything and anyone because they just get it!
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ANNIE
The soul of a goddess, the voice of a queen and the most powerful holder of sacred sound. Already cooking up some beautiful ways that we can truly come together in community and weave the magic of sound into everything we do. Passionate about the human voice and the wisdom and life force it holds within. Annie is a professional opera singer, transformational voice coach and sound healer.
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BLANCA
WOW, this amazing woman came to help out at our gathering a few years back, it was a crazy year, and afterwards she came to me, and shared the power of sacred agreements with me, together we have birthed the Mission, Vision and Values of Sacred Sister. Blanca bring soul, intentionality and creativity into the practice of law, and I love having her by our side, because she makes everything, make sense!
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HAZEL
This Sister has totally supported and embraced the journey with me since I reached out and asked if we could share her art in the journal. She is a mentor of The Deep Feminine, A powerful Visionary Artist and Author, A Sacred Ceremonialist & expert in embodied cyclical living and consciousness ascension. This will be her first gathering with us, and I am really excited to see how it unfolds.
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REBECCA
Well, this woman tried to escape her first gathering after a tent dilemma, but we scooped her up, popped her in a warm, dry tent with other sisters, and true bonds were formed. Her background supporting women to heal from Domestic Violence makes her the most amazing woman to have with us. She supports the creation of safer spaces for women for a living, and stands in court against the baddies, and she wins!
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BOBBIE
A true goddess, trained circle facilitator, & founder of Rise Rooted Wellness, Bobbie will have you bending in ways you just didn’t know you could. A seasoned gatherer at our events, she will support any woman who needs a little extra love to land more fully. Taking the journey to be here with her daughter, watching them both grow is so powerful. Often known to be adorned in sparkles, this woman always shines!
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LAYLA
Trained as one of our circle facilitators, this heart led soul sister is on a journey. Discovering more of herself each day as she heals and opens to what this life is bringing her. Always full of life and energy, her meditations are a deep soul inspired work of art. Cancelling her own retreat this year as the FOMO got too much, I am so happy to welcome Layla back to the team for our summer gathering.
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JUICE
Yes, I am so happy that they can make this gathering. Juice, like Jai, made things happen, the last time they were with us. Keen and so supportive I truly felt held by their capability. A pocket rocket of energy, turning their hand to anything, clearly so happy to be in a field! I know they will be there to help lend a hand if you need it to pop a tent up, blow up an air bed, and to welcome you home!
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MICHELLE
This sister came to her first retreat with us at a time where she was moving through a huge loss. Sharing her grief with us in that time, and allowing us to hold her, was a moment in my life that I won’t ever forget. Now she shares through her own circles and connections, and I am certain some beautiful crafting moments will come out of the gathering, because this sister is a creative talent for sure!
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RACHAEL
I met Rachael through an online space
that promised a new world…and while it didn’t quite deliver that, it did bring us to each other. She is a shamanic drum maker and teacher, based in West Wales,
with a deep passion for bringing women back to the heartbeat of the Earth…and into their own power. And if you meet her…you might find she prefers talking to stones than people. -
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ALICE
I responded to a post Alice shared about her work as an admin angel, and honestly — it felt like a complete gift. She is a nature-loving, crystal-obsessed woman who genuinely cares about supporting others and their work… removing the blocks behind the scenes so things can flow and grow with more ease. She brings a quiet steadiness, a love of connection, and (beautifully) a deep joy for admin and planning.
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MEL
I met Mel at last year’s gathering. and from that first time together, there was a quiet knowing —that she would become a deeper part of Sacred Sister. Mel is the founder of Sacred Soulhood, holding space for women through healing, embodiment, and remembrance. Her work is deeply rooted in the sacred feminine, expressed through yoga, Reiki, sound, circle work, and seasonal ritual .
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STELLA MARIE
I have follwed this beautiful sister for many moons. Stella is a Welsh artist, storyteller, mother & facilitator, and she inspires me through her work as she responds to the stories within the landscape and her local ecology in South Wales, while exploring the enchanting world of Britain's ancient history, guiding people through story and embodiment, I will geek out at this one, for sure!
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GRACE
God brought us together, or should I say a life lived in parralel. You ever meet those women who just get you, and when you start to share your stories there are so many similarities, along with our birthdays being close and our funeral plans being identical, my dear friend and fellow minister Rev Grace, has come onboard to support site operations. What she doesnt know about a compost loo isnt worth knowing!
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NATALIE
This woman is an absolutle goddess. I have watched and witnessed her grow so much since we first met at our gathering many moons ago. Her jam is embodied spirituality, the wild feminine & love frequency. She is a multidimensional creator & embraces queer in all its magic and honestly, hugs me with her smile and voice. Natalie will be hosting a space called Rewild and Rise, and I cannot wait!
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CAITLIN
Caitlin came to us through her Mum who is a member of The Sanctuary, I just love how we are all connected and things you don’t know, till you do. Caitlin is Holistic Female Sexuality Practitioner and Womb Healer. Supporting women in returning home to safety, pleasure, and embodied eroticism in the realm of their bodies through reconnecting to their cyclical nature, somatic healing, and sex magick.
The Land & The Village
The gathering unfolds across five interwoven fields on the land…
each holding a different part of the experience.
Everything is within walking distance, and you are free to move between spaces as you feel called. With this in mind, the ground can be uneven and there is connecting wooden bridges across little streams. If you have more accessible needs please get in touch, we will always do our best to have an honest conversation with you.
There is no rigid schedule…but a beautiful rhythm that unfolds gently across the days.
The land is held close to nature. Water comes from the spring on the land. There are composting toilets, accessible toilets, and hot showers available, along with simple spaces to wash up.
We ask each woman to move with care here, to be mindful of your surroundings, to keep your space tidy, and to take personal rubbish home with you.
This is a place we share…
not only with each other,
but with the land itself.
The animals, the trees, the plants, the birds —
this is their home.
We also plan to leave no trace, only love and good vibes.
The Rhythm of the Gathering
There is no packed schedule and program to follow, where you feel the need to rush from one workshop to another to get your monies worth!
Instead, the gathering follows a gentle rhythm…
with daily circles and shared spaces,
workshops and embodied practices,
music and evening gatherings,
and time for rest, integration, and connection.
You are free to engage as much or as little as you feel.
This is not about doing everything…but about finding your own way within it.
You are welcome to arrive in your own time, the gates will open from 2pm on Thursday 30th July…
You have time to land, to settle,
to begin to connect with the space
and the women around you.
From Thursday, the village begins to form…because you are a part of the village, so your presence will make it so….
with gentle moments around the fire,
shared meals,
and space to arrive fully.
On Friday afternoon, we gather everyone for our Opening Ceremony.
A moment where we come together as women on the land…to mark the beginning, and step consciously into the space we are creating together.
From here, the gathering deepens, through shared experiences, collaborations, ceremony, dancing, laughter, journeys, stories, and magic….
On Sunday afternoon,we close the circle together in ceremony.
A time to honour what has been,
to acknowledge what has shifted,
and to gently begin the return.
For those who feel called to stay…and we encourage you to do so….
Sunday evening becomes a space of deeper integration.
A softer landing, held in a more intimate way,
as we begin to weave the experience into ourselves.
This year, this space will be held by our great sister Tallulah Rendall…
offering a beautiful opportunity, thorough voice, song and sound,
to ground and anchor what has unfolded.
You are free to come for the time that feels right for you.
But if you can…
we encourage you to be present
for the opening and closing moments of the gathering.
And from this place…we gather in a way that honours choice.
You arrive into the first field…
where you are welcomed,
where names are met with faces,
and the journey begins to slow.
This is where the outside world softens…
and the village begins.
This is the Threshold….
Where You’ll Stay
Most women stay in the Deer Field,
bringing their own tents and creating a soft, shared camping space.
You are welcome to bring:
a tent, and everything you need to be comfy.
share a tent with another sister.
a live-in vehicle (allocated in the arrival field) this must be booked with the purchase of a live in vehicle ticket, and includes any vehicle you are sleeping in, incl your car.
or choose one of the pre-arranged options.
We have a range of shared dorm style glamping, individual glamping, furnished and unfurnished options.
Then you arrive into the Hearth Field…
the social heart of the gathering.
Here you will find the kitchen, where our food is lovingly prepared, with an invitation for you to step in and support, chop some veggies, prep, wash up. In this space deep conversations can happen from the safety of everyday tasks. It is always a hive of love and wonder.
The Nest, is our lounge full of creativity and making, and the Common-Unity space.
Spaces where life moves gently…
where food is shared,
and connection happens naturally.
Food & Nourishment
If you choose it, all meals are provided from Thursday evening through to Monday morning.
Food is prepared with care and heart within the gathering,
as part of the community kitchen — The Hearth,
held with love by Mela.
This allows you to fully arrive…
to soften,
to settle,
and to be nourished
without needing to organise or plan.
Breakfast is a generous, grounding start to the day —
granolas, oats, breads, eggs, fruits, and spreads.
Lunch is simple and fresh —
salads, proteins, breads, fermented and pickled vegetables and seasonal goodness.
Dinner is the main shared meal of the day,
eaten together in community,
and made with love.
Both vegan and meat options are available.
We honour dietary requirements where possible,
and meals are mostly dairy- and gluten-free.
Our meat is prepared separately,
so that each woman’s choices are respected.
Ingredients are seasonal, local,
and organic where we can source them.
You will also find a small coffee and cake stall on site,
offering sweet treats and warm drinks to enjoy throughout the day,
lovingly run by Kate.
You are welcome to self-cater if that feels right for you.
We simply ask that you arrive with everything you need,
as there are no facilities for refrigeration, cooking, or food storage on site.
If you do bring your own food,
please keep it within your own sealed containers
(such as a cool box),
as we are close to nature here,
and food in camping areas can attract unwanted animals onto the land.
Common-Unity Space
This is our largest shared space on the land…
a place where we gather together
throughout the days and evenings.
In the daytime,
it holds workshops, embodiment, movement, voice, and dance.
As the evening comes,
it becomes a space for storytelling,
song, celebration, and connection.
A place where we come together…
not as individuals,
but as a village.
It also offers shelter when needed…
a space where we can gather,
eat, and be together undercover,
held from the elements, if needed,
we are in an English Summer after all!
The Nest
The Nest is our space for creativity…
a place where making and mending sit alongside conversation and connection.
Here you will find workshops led by creatives and makers…
but you are just as welcome to come
to journal, to craft,
or simply to sit alongside others.
Not all healing happens in circle or ceremony.
Much of it lives in the everyday…
in the quiet moments,
in shared tasks,
in being side by side
with something in your hands.
This space is held with love by Michelle,
who brings a warmth and openness
that allows you to arrive exactly as you are.
The Heart Field
From the Hearth, you may find yourself drawn towards the fire…
the Heart Field, with its view of the Tor.
This is where we gather in circle…
for ceremony, ritual, and remembering.
A place you will return to again and again.
Within this space,
different circles and gatherings unfold across the days…
each one part of the living village.
Elders Village & Maidens Garden
We honour the presence of women across generations.
From maidens stepping into these spaces for the first time,
to elders carrying wisdom and lived experience.
The Elders Village and Maidens Garden offer spaces
for connection, reflection, and shared experience…
where stories are passed, wisdom is remembered,
and something begins to heal across generations.
Reclaim Your Culture
There is also space within the gathering
to reconnect with culture, land, and lineage.
Through song, story, and shared wisdom,
the Reclaim Your Culture space invites a remembering
of traditions, voices, and ways of being
that live within and beyond us.
Spaces of Belonging
We recognise that each woman arrives
with her own lived experience.
Within the Heart Field, there will be space for smaller circles to form…
including a space of belonging for women of colour,
and other moments where women may gather
in shared experience.
These spaces are not separate from the gathering…
but part of the wider village,
supporting deeper connection,safety, and belonging.
You are always free to move through the village
in the way that feels right for you.
Healing & Support
Beyond you will find The Healing Garden, a space you can come to for rest, support, and deeper care.
Here you will find practitioners offering:
massage
reiki
wellbeing sessions
one-to-one support
Our medical herbalists are also present,
offering support for first aid,
and for both physical and emotional wellbeing.
There is space to rest…
a quiet temple space for contemplation,
and a central space where healing workshops and circles take place.
You will also find the sacred spa space here…
a wood-fired yurt sauna
and cold plunge
offering a place to warm, release, and reset the body.
This space is held with love by Layla and Morgan,
bringing a gentle presence of care, calm, and deep support.
You are free to come and go as you need,
at your own pace.
Held within the softer, watery energy of the Spring Field…
this is where the water first meets the land,
and where you are gently met in return.
Choice & Consent
Nothing here is compulsory.
You choose where you go.
You choose how you participate.
You choose when you rest.
This gathering honours personal sovereignty…
and shared responsibility.
You are trusted
to know your own yes and your own no.
If you feel called to understand more about how we gather,
you can explore our Sacred Agreement here.
“If your soul whispered yes while reading this… you are already part of the village. We are waiting for you.”