2026
April 11th. 10:30-12:00. Whitminster Village Hall. GL2 7NN.
Kate Smart. An Introduction to Ancestral Healing.
I'll be exploring whether ancestral memories exist and how these might flow through our own lineage to the present day. I'll be explaining why ancestral healing isn't only about bloodlines but also about spiritual families and close friends.
If we go back through the generations, of course, we are all related. Therefore our work on ancestral healing can influence not just our lives but those of many people living today and future generations. Come prepared for a meditation to explore who in your own lineage might assist you in this work, if you feel drawn to it, and a dowsing tool and pen and paper to sketch out your own connections.
About Kate.
One of Kate’s earliest memories is playing in the family garden where she spent many hours. She delighted in stroking bees, picking flowers and trying to eat little light beings attached to plants. Her connectedness to the natural world has never left her and this has taken her on a voyage of enquiry and discovery; every day something new and fascinating is there to be revealed. Born on the vernal equinox and dowsing from childhood using all kinds of methods, Kate is now Chair of Malvern Dowsers, designs gardens in a holistic and biodynamic way having studied to be a landscape architect, keeps bees (but not for the honey) and runs the Spirituality Special Interest Group for dowsers to explore and deepen our understanding of the connection to the cosmic consciousness. She’s the Chair of the New Essenes (a group supported by Sir George Trevelyan who was instrumental in the Findhorn Project and the inception of the Soil Association), contributes to the Alister Hardy Trust that investigates spiritual experiences and has an insatiably curious mind.
March 26th. Special Evening Event. 7:30 to 10:00pm. Whitminster Village Hall. GL2 7NN.
The Bards of Avalon - Sound Bath.
Join Bea Martin and David Johnson of Bards of Avalon as they combine vocal harmonies with the sounds of Himalayan Bowls, Gongs, Koshi chimes and other sound treasures to create an uplifting soundscape which enhances your health and wellbeing.
Bea and David have found that using sound with intention can create potent, positive change, so they will invite you to have a personal intention for the sound bath.
They will then create a sound journey which supports your intention.
During a sound bath, you can lie down or sit, fully clothed.
All you need to do is bathe in the sound waves.
Consistent feedback shows that participants leave deeply relaxed and energised with reduced pain and much improved sleep.
"Their sound baths always leave a sense of peace and relaxation, and their voices are amazing. A pure joy to the ears.”
Please note that this is a complementary therapy and should not be used as a substitute for seeking medical advice or attention.
Advance purchase ticket pricing £8 for Members, £10 for Guests. £12 at the door, on the evening.
Please contact our secretary or chairman for advance ticket purchase by email secretary@slimbridgedowsers.group or chairperson@slimbridgedowsers.group 07833 752173.
Tickets will also be available at our February and March regular Saturday meetings.
March 14th. 10:30-12:00. Whitminster Village Hall. GL2 7NN.
Emma Fitchett (Farrell) MSc. Poisonous Plant Spirits of the Dark Goddess.
Beneath the hedgerows, along the liminal edges and hidden in plain sight are the banes of the plant world.
These are the plants which carry elements of danger and are feared for their toxicity and their malefic magick.
Historical accounts and legend speak of cursing, poisoning and evil witchcraft yet behind these tales reside benevolent plant spirits with much to teach.
These are the initiators, the guardians at the threshold and the dwellers of the Underworld. These are the dark aspects of the Goddess, offering her true wisdom of transformation.
In this enchanting session, Emma will introduce you to some of our common poisonous plants and share her experience of working co-creatively and journeying with them.
About Emma.
Emma Fitchett MSc is a plant spirit healer, shamanic teacher and author.
Her life long pursuit of self-mastery and inner transformation is fuelled by a fascination with the nature of reality and consciousness and has led her to studying a Master's Degree in 'The Preservation & Development Of Wisdom Culture & The Art Of Liberation' in the Tibetan Buddhist Mahayana Tradition, writing her thesis on 'Understanding The Nature Of The Self Through Lucid Dreaming'.
She has also been initiated into and trained in indigenous healing and magical lineages of the British Isles and the Ecuadorian Amazon, is a Yew Mysteries initiate and holds the lineage of the White Serpent.
She is a Geomancer, Pranic Healer, Psychic Surgeon and entity removal specialist.
Emma has been undertaking plant initiations for 12 years.
She also runs the Plant Consciousness Apothecary, a Remote Healing Practice and is the author of Journeys with Plant Spirits published by Bear & Co.
Plant Spirit Healer, Shamanic Teacher, Author & Flower Essence Producer www.plantconsciousness.com
Founder of the School of Natural Esoterics www.naturalesoterics.org
Emma’s book ‘Journeys With Plant Spirits’ is published by Inner Traditions / Bear & Co www.journeyswithplantspirits.com
Member: BAFEP, O.N.E, BDA emma@plantconsciousness.com
February 14th. 10:30-12:00. Whitminster Village Hall. GL2 7NN.
Susan McCann/Crystal Catalyst. Crystals: the Power of Love.
Susan will explain a little bit about how crystals work and what their different colours mean, before honing in to focus more on crystals that resonate with the heart centre and love vibration.
She will also do a short meditation.
There will be a small selection of crystals for purchase, focusing on the love and self-love theme.
Susan McCann is a crystal healer, intuitive and writer.
She practises crystal healing therapy at Ownzone Therapy Rooms in Stroud, and also offers crystal readings.
She has written the text for 7 lifestyle and esoteric books with Summersdale Publishers, including The Little Book for Crystal Lovers, The Crystal Healing Journal and The Little Book of Angels.
Website: www.crystal-catalyst.com
Etsy: https://thecrystalcatalystuk.etsy.com
Insta: the.crystalcatalystuk
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CrystalCatalystUK/
January 10th 2026. 10:30 - 12:00. Whitminster Village Hall. GL2 7NN.
The Bosnian Pyramids of Visoko - Presented by Malcolm White.
The Pyramid of the Sun, said to be the oldest pyramid on Earth at 34,000 years old, with a height of over 220m,is the tallest pyramid in the world.
The layers of soil that cover the pyramid are approximately 12,000 years old.
Malcolm presents the case for the pyramids existence.
The incredible miles of underground passageways, tunnels, chambers and artificial lakes that connect to the Sun Pyramid, that have healing properties.
The Pyramid of the Sun was first discovered in 2005 by Dr. Sam Osmanagich.
What is the history of these pyramids?
Malcolm will share the facts, personal experiences of having been there and card readings around the history and insights into the Bosnian Pyramids.