Forthcoming Events

All events advertised here are open to student members and non-students alike.  It's our pleasure to serve the local Pagan community and any interested individuals, regardless of background or belief; if you like the sound of an event we're advertising, please come along.  Our events are free to attend (unless stated otherwise).  Some of the events aren't organised by us; this is indicated under the event title.  We're happy to answer any questions or queries you may have: please contact a member of the committee (click for contact details).

Events for July 2008 onwards...

Fri 5 - Sun 7 September '08
The Mercian Gathering

Several CUPS members will be attending, so although it's far away you won't be amongst total strangers! This really is a one-of-a-king event well worth the travel, and has so much going on, and so many nice people. Also loads of stalls selling their wares - if you have stuff to sell, you can just bring along a table/mat and sell without the organizers charging you.

Weekend camp in a secret location near Nuneaton, Warwickshire. Talks and workshops including:

Philip Carr-Gomm - Druidry; John Crown - British Shamanism; Tim Jones: Reiki Attunement Level One; Sharon Jefferies: Crystal Healing; Debra Parfrey and Michael Eaton: Drumming and Chanting Workshop; Alison Chester-Lambert: Astrology; Kim Huggens: The Roman Cult of Mithras; Anna Franklin: The Path of Ritual
Harmony: Past Life Regression Workshop; Stephanie Scott: Belly Dancing; Drac Uber: Voodoo; Gail Eaton: Shamanic Practice; Julie Tolladay and Paul Walton: Garland Making; Alex Kavanagh: Poi Workshop; Don Kavanagh: Qi Gong sessions; Graham Butcher: Stav sessions; Ann Harris: Cabala; Terry Mace: Talking Stick circle; Suzanne Mace: Weaving workshop; Jean Dark: Bookbinding; Nick Packham: Runes; Mick Summer: Rebirthing Workshop; Martin Evans: Wand Making workshop and talk on the Magic of Trees; Grizzly: Native American Oldways plus Animal Powers; Angela Paine: Celtic herbalism; Terry Mace: King, Warrior, Lover and Magician - Connecting to the source of manhood; Karen Cater: Ogham

Entertainment from Damh the Bard, Gary Breinholt, Endless Knot, Ash and Ian, Viking Re-enactment, and Waywyrd Fireshow.

Plus: Opening and closing rituals, fire labyrinth and wicker man, archery, Native American tipis, loads of stalls, a Viking village, free healing tent, hot tub, hot showers, proper toilets.

Tickets cover the cost of everything. Adult £38, Children 6-16 years, £14, under 6's free. Go here for more information and to order tickets: http://www.geocities.com/annafranklin2/merciangathering.html  Last year, 500 people attended, and the tickets go quite quickly, so book now to avoid disappointment! The organizers don't make a penny from this event, as ALL profit goes to the Spiritual Fellowship Centre and the Warwickshire Wildlife Sanctuary. Last year, this event raised £2,600 for the charities.