Winter Solstice Celebration
A chance to unwrap the gift of rest, time for yourself, to replenish your stores and rejuvenate, sowing the seeds of intention for the coming year.
Date: Monday 22 December
Time: 630-830pm
Location: All Saints Parish Church Old Glossop
Cost: £22 - Limited (cosy capacity)
Suitable for: Everyone
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We’ll explore:
Restorative shapes to release tension and support deep ease
Breath practices that invite steadiness and spaciousness
A short guided relaxation or nidra inspired by solstice themes
Simple reflection prompts to honour the year that’s passing and welcome the return of the light
We end with homemade cakes, warm drinks, and the gentle feeling of community before heading back into the evening.
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What to Bring
Lots of Warm layers and cosy socks
A Yoga mat, cushion and blanket (extras provided if needed)
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Why Come
If you’re looking for a calm, grounding December moment – a way to step into the solstice with more ease, reflection, and community – this evening offers exactly that.
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Optional Solstice Walk
On Sunday 21 December, weather permitting, you’re welcome to join a simple sunrise walk up Mam Tor. It’s a steady half-hour up hill walk, warm layers and warm drink essential, and a lovely way to mark the solstice turn.
(Free, informal, details confirmed closer to the time.)
What can I expect?
Winter’s Rest has become a yearly moment to exhale together: This will be our third year in the church and the space is perfect soft acoustics, warm lighting, and the Christmas tree adding a quiet glow.The session is designed to help you settle, reflect, and soften into the turning of the season.
What should I wear?
Please wear anything that makes you feel really comfy and cosy – come in your pyjamas if you like!
You just need to be able to move freely and relax fully.
Bring extra layers and warm socks it’s a big church space.
What props should I bring?
Please bring your own mat, a cushion to sit on and perhaps for under your head, a blanket, a jumper or extra layer of clothing, cosy socks and any props you may wish to use such as blocks or a bolster – if you don’t have a bolster bring a bed/sleeping pillow or two and a second blanket and we can make one.
