Links

Local

www.glastonburyoracle.co.uk Printed and online resource that contains practitioner listings and events across a comprehensive range of activities with a mind body spirit focus, reflecting the diversity of skills & creative talent of the Glastonbury community. Essential reading for locals and visitors alike.    

www.healing-waters.co.uk A beautiful sanctuary convenient to Glastonbury town centre with outstanding views. Recommended b & b accommodation; workshops and trainings are hosted throughout the year. Private yoga and massage sessions can be taken here.
 
www.naturalearthling.com Glastonbury’s yoga shop on the High St. Friendly staff and large selction of yoga clothing, mainly in natural fibres. Stocks yoga mats, DVDs, magazines and natural skincare.
  
www.shekinashram.org An established spiritual centre close to Glastonbury town centre offering residential accommodation and a full programme of weekly events, workshops and trainings. Private yoga and massage sessions can be taken here.
 
www.shiny-happy-people.co.uk Website of the Glastonbury Positive Living group who meet every Wednesday evening in the Town Hall. Hosting talks from local speakers across a range of holistic disciplines. Expand your mind, open your heart.
 
www.teasdill.com Experienced yoga practitioner working in the Glastonbury area, Wendy Teasdill has particular expertise in pregnancy yoga.
 
www.somersetspa.co.uk Elegant farmhouse and luxury cottages grouped in an attractive rural setting close to Taunton. Ideal for pamper breaks, groups are easily accommodated. Fantastic spa with sauna, hot tub & treatment room. Group yoga sessions available here.
 
www.isleofavalonfoundation.com An educational trust based in Glastonbury running a variety of courses and programs on the leading edge of spirituality and personal development, with a strong local flavour.
 
 

Photography by Miranda Hartwell Tel: 01458 833001

  

Yoga

www.naturalbodies.org.uk A yoga studio in central Brighton dedicated to the work of Vanda Scaravelli. I was fortunate to spend a year studying here and return whenever I can to attend weekend workshops. The teaching standard is excellent and reveals the diversity of Vanda’s yoga legacy. The centre was created by Gary Carter, a noted anatomist who lectures nationwide.
 
ww.billwoodyoga.co.uk Another teacher from the Scaravelli tradition, Bill is a longterm student of Diane Long, who spent many years studying with Vanda. Bill is based in Totnes, Devon and also holds workshops across the country.
 
www.yogawithnorman.co.uk I met Norman at the Buddhafield festival some years back. I am greatly inspired by his sincere approach, dedication to yoga and continued exploration of both yin and yang aspects of the practice. Norman teaches in London.
 
www.triyoga.co.uk A veritable yoga portal for serious yoga students: Triyoga attracts world class teachers from a wide range of yoga disciplines into its London studios.
 
www.yogawithmarc.com Confident and charismatic, Marc is an experienced practitioner promoting the Scaravelli method through a full schedule of workshops, retreats and holidays in the UK and internationally.
 
www.yogajournal.com Stay abreast of yoga trends via the must read magazine published monthly, widely available. Website offers fantastic online resources, useful for referencing poses and dipping into a wealth articles by teachers of all disciplines.
 
www.brahmaniyoga.com A veritable yoga hub in Goa, with something for everyone from daily drop-in classes to specialist workshops and teacher training. Impressive diversity of methods including restorative, dynamic flow, kundalini, acroyoga.

www.kym.org  Prestigious yoga institution  in Chennai offering month long courses for international students representing the teachings of Krishnamacharya. Extremely popular; you will need to book several months in advance.

 
Events

Small World Solar powered Festival Small and lively with great bands and magical moments guaranteed.

Sunrise Celebration Diverse and friendly, plenty to see and do. Strong eco-credentials.

Glastonbury Festival  The mother of all festivals.Unmissable.

Buddhafield Festival Clean, safe and family friendly with high quality workshops.

The Healing Field Gathering Small and intimate, experience nature and community.

New Holistic Camp A new event, gaining in popularity. Unique inclusive ethos.

The Green Man Festival Cutting edge folk and indie in a stunning location

Santosa Pan Yoga Gathering Practice yoga from dawn to dusk! An impressive variety of teaching styles. Family friendly.

End of the Road  A stylish, quirky, mellow and intimate winding down of the season with top quality indie acts

Out of the Ordinary Festival A charming event and a personal favourite. Fun, friendly and a wIde range speakers across a range of esoteric and practical subjects.