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"The Yorkshire Zodiac tour"10 - 15 May, 2009
Following on from the 2008 "Uniting the Roses" tour, we shall again work with our local guides Tom & Sue to explore more deeply into the mystical landscape of Yorkshire and so continue our theme of Earth energy work along the spine of England - already in its 6th year and stretching from Land's End to Lindisfarne! Sylvia Moss of the Essene Foundation, has written extensively on the star temples and zodiacs in northern England and some of this work overlaps with Tom Sharples' similar explorations beyond the Pendle region itself.
The Yorkshire Zodiac (per Sylvia Moss) is based in part upon the traditional "Gypsy Switch," and is combined with her extensive fieldwork undertaken over several decades. The gypsy trail led to these Sacred power points, during the time of Full Moon, that falls within each Astrological Month. From the Taurus point at Kettlewell there follows a Sacred Heart trail through Aries - Ingleborough; Scorpio - Malham; Pisces - Pendle; Aquarius - Hebden Bridge; Capricorn - Huddersfield; Sagittarius; Brimham Rocks; Libra - Ripon; Virgo - York Moors; Leo - York; Cancer - Ilkley and Gemini - Saddleworth, South of Manchester.
From the six pointed Landscape Temple near Ilkley, along the druidic chakra line to Rievaulx abbey and Whitby on the sea, taking in a plethora of energy node points in the form of holy wells, stone circles, old church murals and on to ancient and much haunted York - all set in stunningly beautiful scenery!
Come and join us on this zodiacal odyssey!
Hebden BridgeITINERARY:
SUNDAY 10/5. Depart from near SWINDON by 08.00hrs. and arrive at Hebden Bridge for lunch. The Hardcastle Crags and Riverside walk into town is, according to Sylvia, Aquarius of the Yorkshire Zodiac.
Green Springs wellOther than being the "New Age" town of the North, Hebden Bridge is rumoured to have its own Terrestrial Zodiac. It has also been home to such literary figures as Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes. Considered by the national media to be the "fourth funkiest town in the world" and the "fourth highest in the UK for maintaining its individual character".
Continue to the Ilkley region for a two night stay.
In 1923 Rudolph Steiner held some 14 lectures at Ilkley and during his stay he commented on the towns archaeological heritage: "in the remains of dolmens and old Druidic altars lying around everywhere, [Ilkley] has traces of something that reminds one of the ancient spirituality that has, however, no successors. It is most moving to have on the one hand the impression [of the industrialism] I just described and then, on the other, to climb a hill in this region so filled with the effects of those impressions and then find in those very characteristic places the remains of ancient sacrificial altars marked with appropriate signs." From Wikipedia
MONDAY 11/5: Ilkley is the Cancer point of the Zodiac and is also part of the "six pointed Star" Ley complex, covering Ilkley, Otley, Guiseley, Shipley, Bingley, Keighley (with Burley and Cottingley as inner hexagon).
During our stay at Ilkley we will be joined by Sylvia Moss who will guide us around the "six pointed star" ley complex.
The All Saint's Church at Ilkley has ancient crosses and a Roman altar piece of the British Goddess - Verbeia - as associated with Aquatic cults. The other Ilkley powersites include the famous "Swastica Stone" (Solar Symbol, identical to the Camunnian Rose designs in Val Camonica, Italy and Brisbane, Australia) and the "Twelve Apostles" Stone Circle on Ilkley Moor.
TUESDAY 12/5: Drive to the North York Moors National Park to visit the ruins of Rievaulx Abbey. Also an activation point for the druidic Chakra Line (12th) and part of the Abbey Trail, while the actual contact point for Virgo is Helmsley (on the road between Pickering and Rievaulx), which forms a small triangle with Rievaulx and Byland Abbey.
Recommended reading: "The Abbey Trail" by Clive Newsome
In the afternoon, while in the same area, we will explore the Pickering, Lastingham and Rosedale Triangle - an area of great magnetic earth energy.
The powerful and atmospheric crypt at Lastingham Church is unique for its magnetic earth energy and paranormal effects upon visitors. It is mentioned in well known geomantic works from David Cowan to Paul Deveraux and as quoted from Northern Earth Magazine: “Many testify to its power and atmosphere....if you want to get a feeling of what ley power is like, go into the crypt at Lastingham church....you get that buzzing feeling.... Philip Heselton, reported that a friend of his who spent some time down there felt unable to speak....Paul Devereux and Ian Thomson noticed that a compass they placed in the crypt continued moving with a rhythmic jigging.”
Lastingham’s Three Holy Wells, mentioned in "Holy Wells in Yorkshire" by Edna Whelan, are rich in historical associations with early Christianity. St. Ovin’s Well (across road from post office) may also speak of even earlier oracular mystical experiences - quoted by Whelan: "Although these legends are attributed to saints, one wonders if there lies within them a symbolism of earlier attributes of prophecy, fertility and healing at the well."
We have also discovered at Lastingham (by asking local knowledge), a previously unmarked St. Mary Magdalene's Well. There is also reference to a Medieval Chapel dedicated to Mary Magdalene at nearby Appleton - le Moors, up until 1860s.
Rosedale Abbey is part of ‘The Abbey Trail’ which is a 116 mile route of Pilgrimage between Kirkstall Abbey and Whitby, via Fountains, Byland, Rievaulx, Lastingham and Rosedale. The Abbey Pilgrim Trail, while covering some of the druidic Chakra Line sites, also incorporates Virgo, Libra and Cancer of the Great Yorkshire Zodiac.
Rosedale is more of an old Cistercian Priory Site than an Abbey. Like Lastingham Crypt it is situated geologically on the same magnetic band of Ironstone making it particularly powerful in regard to earth energies.
The circular walk around Rosedale also incorporates rolling hills and stunning scenery including the ‘Three Howes’ and ‘Pike Howe’ Cairns, set in beautiful moorland scenery.
Pickering (Pike-Ring) is an ancient town named by Peredurus, a King of the Brigantes, in 270 BC. The tale says that he lost his ring while fishing in a nearby river. Some years later Peredurus caught a pike in the same river and took it home for the table. When it was cut open after being cooked, the ring was found.
This local legend parallels both the Fisher King of the Grail Legends and also the folklore surrounding the “Dragon Rings” or “Rings of Power” (as per Tolkien, Wagner and even L. Gardner’s “Realm of the Ring Lords”). It may be significant that the Venerable Bede had quoted from Isaiah in relation to the founding of nearby Lastingham: “In the habitations where once dragons lay, shall be grass with reeds and rushes.”
The early earthwork Castle at Pickering has harboured a string of British Kings while The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul houses some of the finest 15th century murals in the country. These depict scenes from the bible, legend (St. George and the Dragon) and actual history (Martyrdom of St. Catharine, now remembered as the Catharine Wheel).
Our accommodation for 3 nights is in the Pickering area.
WEDNESDAY 13/5 & THURSDAY 14/5: During these days we shall visit the following: The ancient road to* and including Whitby (13 on the chakra line) - an ancient unspoiled harbour with a ruined castle on a powerful hilltop.
Also En Route to Whitby we can explore the Bridestones Stone Row; and then the picturesque Robin's Hood Bay afterwards.
On the Thursday it is eastwards from the Virgo contact point of the Great York Zodiac, taking the ‘Dalby Forest Drive’ via Scarborough, to the spectacular (Seven Wonders) chalk cliffs of Flamborough Head (the place of the flame). If there is any time left over we may detour slightly eastwards to visit the Rudston Monolith, which at 26 feet is the tallest in the UK; while the nearby giant round barrow of Willy Howe is rich with magical folklore associations.
*On the Whitby trail there is a stretch of the "Old Straight Track" called Wheeldale Roman Road or Wade's Causeway. The style of construction is actually pre-Roman, and the existence of six holed standing stones along its length are of the type said by Alfred Watkins to indicate not only the ley lines, but also the positions of the sun, moon and stars.
“For the May Day is the great day, sung along the old straight track. And those whose ancient lines did ley will heed this song that calls them back.” Ian Anderson.
FRIDAY 15/10. Early drive to York to visit the main power points of this walled regional capital city. This is the Leo point of the Great York Zodiac, which forms a dynamic with Scorpio at Malham (Roses Tour), with Virgo (Cleveland), Libra (Ripon - Roses tour) and Cancer (Ilkley) in-between.
After an early lunch, drive back to Wiltshire for evening arrival.
PRICE: £450 per person in shared accommodation includes 5 nights on B&B, transport and guiding included.
Entrance fees and main meals are extra
Single supplement £100
DEPOSIT: £150 per person to be paid by latest 1st December 2008 to secure a place.
NB First come first served with only 14 places available!
Balance payment due by 1st April, 2009
Refunds only if place filled on departure
RESERVATION: With Wholistic World Vision on email: Simon Peter Fuller
TRANSPORT: As usual in a 17 seater minivan driven by
Please advise if you prefer to join/leave us in Yorkshire.
For a greater appreciation of this tour, it is recommended that you read Tom's book "The Pendle Zodiac - Restoration of a Sacred Landscape" by Thomas D. Sharples, BSc. (110 pages illustrated). To order visit www.lulu.com/content/752811 or e-mail Tom. Price: £17.99 plus p&p
CELTIC ODYSSEY + CROP CIRCLE & CONFERENCE TOUR
5 - 10 August 2009WEDNESDAY 5/8 : We meet at the Silent Circle Centre (Crop Circles venue at Compton Bassett) for lunch time and later transfer to our hotel in Marlborough. 6.00pm welcome and tour briefing. Evening free to explore charming 18th century Marlborough and dine in the High Street.
Simon Peter at the Chalice WellTHURSDAY 6/8: Full day excursion to Glastonbury (Avalon) visiting the Tor, Chalice Well, Wearyall Hill and the Abbey. Back to Marlborough.
Glastonbury Tor
StonehengeFRIDAY 7/8: Early Stonehenge PRIVATE access visit at sunrise. Avebury sites including the Sanctuary, West Kennett Longbarrow, Swallowhead Spring, Silbury Hill and Avebury Henge. After lunch visit any local Crop Circles.
West Kennet Long Barrow, Wiltshire
Avebury stone circle - Photographs courtesy SacredSites.comSAT 8/8 & SUN 9/8: Participation in the annual Marlborough Crop Circle Conference run by The Wiltshire Crop Circle Study Group (WCCSG).
A full programme on both days of speakers on related subjects, pre-booked helicopter rides, product stalls, and Saturday night special presentation. Generally considered the best and most informative of the various annual Crop Circle events in UK - held where most formations appear each summer. Detailed programme now available: http://www.wccsg.com
MONDAY 10/8: Visit any last Crop Circles nearby on our way to UFFINGTON for sightseening of White Horse, Dragon Hill, Uffington Castle and Wayland's Smithy neolithic longbarrow grave. Picnic lunch and return to the airport for mid-afternoon drop off.
White Horse of Uffington, OxfordshireCOST: Based on 5 nights at an hotel on Marlborough's High street using self drive vans. Cost: £425pp in twin share, including transport, B&B accommodation and guiding - any site entrance fees and gratuities to farmers for viewing formations on THEIR private land are extra.
Crop Circle conference fee is extra @ £90 for both days.
Deposit £150 pp. Final balance 8 weeks prior. Enquire for single supplement.
RESERVATIONS: e-mail Wholistic World Vision.
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