Winter Solstice Celebration
Come and pause with us
The Winter Solstice is a natural invitation to slow down.
Before Christmas gathers pace, before the year disappears into a blur of lists, plans and celebrations, take a couple of hours for yourself.
Come into the warmth. Breathe. Move. Rest. Reflect and spend a little time with great people in a very special place.
Monday 21 December 2026
6.30–8.30pm
All Saints Parish Church, Old Glossop
£22 · Limited spaces
Suitable for everyone
I'd love you to join us.
A beautiful evening to pause, soften and welcome the return of the light.
There’s something about practising yoga in this beautiful old church at the Winter Solstice and it has become one of my favourite Pause Yoga evenings of the year.
The space is vast, peaceful and full of character, with its high ceilings, beautiful acoustics and a real sense of history and stillness. We return here year after year, and every time it feels a little bit magical.
Outside, December is dark and busy. Inside, we light the candles, turn up the heaters, get wrapped up in our warmest layers and take a couple of hours to do something very simple: stop.
An evening of winter rest
The practice will be slow and meditative, giving you plenty of time to settle and turn your attention inwards.
We'll move through a combination of:
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Flowing, mindful yoga. A gentle practice to help you arrive in your body and let go of the busyness of the day.
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Massage and essential oils
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Restorative yoga. We'll gradually move towards stillness, using supportive shapes and plenty of props so that the body can completely let go.
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Yoga Nidra. We'll finish with a guided yogic sleep, allowing the mind and body to rest deeply.
There will also be some quiet reflection around the turning of the year: a chance to acknowledge what this year has brought, what you might be ready to release, and perhaps what you would like to carry forward into the returning light.
You don't need to be experienced at yoga. You don't need to be flexible. And you certainly don't need to arrive with any particular intention.
Just come as you are.
And then... tea and cake
After the practice, we'll gather together for warm yogi teas, homemade sweet treats and a bit of a chat.
So expect a warm welcome, a cosy evening, some beautiful yoga, a little quiet, and probably a fair amount of cake.
What should I wear?
The cosier, the better.
Wear whatever makes you feel comfortable and warm. Pyjamas are absolutely acceptable!
The church is a big, beautiful space and, despite all the heating, it can still feel cool because of those enormous ceilings. Bring plenty of layers, warm socks and anything else that will help you feel snug during the quieter parts of the practice.
What should I bring?
Please bring:
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Your yoga mat
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A cushion for sitting and/or under your head
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A blanket
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Plenty of warm layers
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Cosy socks
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Any favourite yoga props you like to use, such as blocks or a bolster
If you don't have a bolster, don't worry. A bed pillow or two and an extra blanket work brilliantly.
I'll have some additional props available too.
The Winter Solstice Walk
Weather permitting, we'll also mark the Solstice with a simple morning walk up Mam Tor.
We'll decide nearer the time whether this will be Sunday 20 December or Monday 21 December, depending on the weather.
It's an informal walk rather than a yoga event: just a chance to get outside, walk together and watch the light return over the hills.
It's a steady uphill walk of around 30 minutes, so sensible footwear, warm layers and a warm drink are essential.
The walk is free and completely optional. I'll share the details with everyone who books once we've got a clearer idea of the weather.
