
Red Tent
In ancient times the Red Tent was a sacred space where women gathered together at their bleeding time of the month or after they had given birth. The space was protected by men and held by women. An opportunity to be together and experience the support, nurturing and companionship of other women. Men believed that during their bleeding time women had greater power and that in gathering together in this way they could harness these powers for the greater good of the tribe.
Red Tents are back in modern times to honour the spirit of our ancestors and continue the tradition of women gathering together. Whilst we no longer gather together at our bleeding time, we continue to hold this sacred space for the healing, highest good and deepest joy of women.
The Red Tent is held in Goddess tradition and honours the role that Mother Earth plays in our lives. We follow the Wheel of the Year, celebrating the 8 ancient Celtic festivals from Winter Solstice through Summer Solstice and back again. Through ceremony, meditation, craft, circle sharing and song we align our own inner energies to the energy of Nature at these different times. Sitting in Circle allows us much needed time out of our lives to connect with the elements and the energy of Mother Earth which modern life often takes us away from. Sitting in Circle with our sisters strengthens our sense of Self and our identity as women and the bonds between us as women which transcend the earthly boundaries of this life.
Before the Yoga Hut was built, the Red Tent was held in my tipi, a beautiful space. Red Tent gatherings are now held in the Yoga Hut. The Red Tent tradition of gathering together around the fire to connect with the elements and set our intentions for the workshop is still a vital, grounding and initiating part of the ceremony as we hold the first part of the gathering outside before moving into the nurturing space of the Yoga Hut. The charge for the afternoon workshops is £45 and all Red Tents are held in East Bridgford, Nottinghamshire.
Red Tent Cancellation Policy
I ask for 48 hours' notice to cancel a Red Tent space. With this notice I am happy to transfer your booking once forwards to the next Red Tent. Bookings cancelled with less than 48 hours' notice will need to be charged for.
Come and sit in Circle with us.
RED TENT and RETREAT DATES
2025
- Red Tent for Imbolc
Awakening Retreat, Shining Cliff Woods, Derbyshire
7-10 February
- Red Tent for Beltane
Saturday 3rd May 1-5.30pm
- Red Tent for Lammas
Saturday 2nd August 1-5.30pm
October 31st-3rd November
Shining Cliff Woods, Ambergate, Derbyshire
- Red Tent for Winter Solstice
Wednesday 16th December 4-8.30pm
2024
Red Tent for Winter Solstice
Fully booked
Friday 22nd December 4-9pm
East Bridgford, Nottinghamshire