Saturday 1st - Sunday 2nd November 2025
Waking the Witch is a seasonal retreat in the hauntingly beautiful surroundings of Pendle Hill, Lancashire, a landscape steeped in myth, magic and dark history - the home of the famous Pendle Witches.
You are warmly invited to gather with us on the cusp of winter, when the veil between worlds grows thin, to reconnect with your own inner witch.
A witch is not something evil or demonic, but a reflection of what society fears most in women...autonomy, wisdom, courage and the rebellious spirit to defy social norms. This retreat is about reclaiming the parts of you that have been suppressed. The fear of speaking your truth, of trusting your intuition and of being seen in your full creative expression.
Through a series of potent workshops, time in nature, connecting with others and room to enjoy plenty of personal space and quiet moments - you can give yourself the gift of a witchy wintering getaway.
This retreat is for you if...
- You have often felt different to people around you.
- You sensed your intuitive/healing gifts but felt shamed or misunderstood.
- You have struggled with trust or deep connection in relationships, particularly in female friendships.
- You have felt a loving, animist bond with nature, the elements and the cosmos but you don't always give yourself space to explore this.
- You feel called to reclaim the mystical, hidden parts of yourself that have not always felt safe to share and that you fear are too "woo-woo."
What's Included?
꩜ 1 night stay at the cosy Barley Mow rural inn, Pendle Hill.
✩ All meals, drinks and refreshments included.
꩜ Seasonal creative workshops, circles and a relaxing sound bath.
✩ Mini Personalised Oracle and Tarot readings.
꩜ Guided nature walk around Pendle Sculpture Trail.
✩ Special local gifts and offerings to take home.
A winter gift to yourself...
Fireside Chats
Fireside Chats
Fireside Chats
The retreat accommodation at
The Barley Mow, located right at the foot of Pendle Hill. This is where you'll enjoy nourishing meals, great company and a gorgeous rural inn. Picture glasses clinking and plenty of cackling!
Insights
Fireside Chats
Fireside Chats
Expect a weekend full of intuitive insights...from exploring archetypes and shadow work
to rituals, card readings, journalling, crafts, a sound bath and so much more. You will leave with more than just a good luck charm for the season ahead.
A Cosy Nook
Fireside Chats
A Cosy Nook
A gorgeous countryside retreat and a space to unwind, chill and rest your head in the cosy space of your own private room with ensuite facilities. The rooms feature exposed beams and stone detail adding to the rustic charm.
Connection
Ancestral Work
A Cosy Nook
Meet new, like-minded and interesting people. When you do something adventurous, that your heart deeply desires,... it's inevitable that you're going to meet the most magical and aligned souls. Your experience will be facilitated by me (Rosannah!) and I love to host!
Nature
Ancestral Work
Ancestral Work
Take in the stunning surroundings of Pendle Hill, part of the Forest of Bowland (an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) at a time when the seasons are shifting, winter is just beginning and there is a different energy in the air. Expect forests, pinecones, mist and moodiness. The perfect wintering environment.
Ancestral Work
Ancestral Work
Ancestral Work
An invitation to reflect on the legacies, gifts and challenges passed down from those who came before you. This is a meaningful time to deepen your sense of belonging and purpose by connecting with your ancestors - both collective and personal.
The Accommodation
Joining us for the full weekend experience?
You’ll be settling into the enchanting Barley Mow, a charming country inn tucked away in the picturesque village of Barley.
Think roaring fires, cosy nooks and a menu that takes you from hearty pub classics to international delights...there's plenty to choose from!
Your room will be a cosy sanctuary, with a comfortable bed, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and ensuite facilities. Rustic beams, stone details and thoughtful touches of décor make it feel like a countryside escape sprinkled with a little magic.
Perfect for unwinding, reflecting and savouring the slower rhythms of village and countryside life.
You can view more images and find out further details about the accommodation on The Barley Mow website.
The Itinerary...
Saturday 1st November 2025
We will start off at Barley Village Hall, casting a circle to honour the themes of the retreat.
This will be a gentle space to get to know each other, followed by a guided meditation and energy work to awaken the witch within, setting intentions for the weekend and calling back the parts of yourself that have been hidden, silenced or suppressed.
You will be invited to craft your own witch archetype and find your seasonal guide, plus there will be ancestral invocation and offerings, an opportunity to weave lineage, personal histories, collective stories and local tales into our circle.
In the evening, you will enjoy time settling into your room at The Barley Mow before joining everyone at The Witch's Table (downstairs in the restaurant!) as we share a meal together by the fire.
Sunday 2nd November 2025
On Sunday, we will start with a delicious breakfast at The Barley Mow, followed by an optional mindful walk through the forests of Pendle Sculpture Trail. A chance to really tune into the myths, history and energies of Pendle Hill.
In the afternoon, there will be a light lunch at Barley Village Hall before getting stuck into a create your own Grimoire workshop. A Grimoire is your own personal book/diary that contains all your magical learnings and it's a vessel for your insights and seasonal wisdom. Discover simple ways to weave sigils, symbols and spells into your pages, making it a living record of the weekend and your personal witch’s journey.
After the crafting, a closing circle will be facilitated with gifts and practical tools to take away so that you can maintain a connection and continue developing your spiritual practice after the retreat. A dreamy candlelit Sound Bath will draw the retreat to a close and have you almost drifting off, before we say our goodbyes.
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