Please read our guidelines for guests before booking a course or visiting Braziers.
2020
January
Friday 24 to Sunday 26 January
Buried Deep – Shamanic Healing Retreat
Explore shamanic ways to uncover what lies within you. You will hear and experience the ancient teachings of winter which can show you how to sustain yourself in life’s storms. You will encounter nature through Medicine Walks and use the Way of Council to learn how to listen well and deeply. This retreat also offers an opportunity to learn about and participate in Shamanic Journeying as well as the ways of ancient nature based Medicine Wheel. More info here
Saturday 25 to Sunday 26 January 10:00 – 17:00
Non-violent Communication -Foundation Level
This workshop will give you an understanding of the basics of Needs-based or Nonviolent Communication (NbC/NVC). There will be some new concepts to learn but this is mostly an experiential training in which we’ll explore a deeper connection with our feelings and needs as they show up in our lives. After the course, you will start to see your relationships (including to yourself) in a new light and will have practical tools to begin exploring more.
Ultimately you can look forward to an entirely different quality of clear, heartfelt communication and meaningful connection with the people around you. Cost: £150 including lunches and refreshments. Concessions available. B&B and evening meals are available at 3 tier rates according to income. More info here. Book here
Friday 31st January to Sunday 2nd February
Nurture Your Soul Winter Yoga Retreat
This women’s Winter Yoga retreat is a space for you, where nothing is expected, but a lot can be gained and is the perfect antidote to the mayhem of December. Join Soraya (SorayaYoga) and Adele (Harmonise You) as we combine; yoga, meditation, essential oils and exploring the archetypes of woman.
We will gently facilitate your journey to slow down, reflect on what is out of balance in your life and empower you to discover ways in which you could begin to make changes towards living the life you would love to live rather than just existing in your life. For more information and booking click here.
February
Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th plus Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th February
Snowdrop Teas Open Days
During these weekends at Braziers Park, visitors will be welcome to walk around the estate to savour the delights of Spring and come for tea and cake in our pop-up tearoom inside the main house. Our collection of snowdrops is spread throughout the woodland and gardens. Free maps of the snowdrop walk will be available from the house and guided house tours will run at intervals throughout the weekends. Home to the Braziers Park intentional community since 1950, residents will be on hand to speak to those interested in life at Braziers. Dogs are welcome at this event, but we ask that they do not come inside the house (with the exception of registered assistance dogs) and that they are kept on a lead at all times. Gates open 10 am – 4 pm. A limited number of Bed and Breakfast rooms are available – advance booking is essential. Admission is £4 for adults and parking is £5 per vehicle. We have limited parking space and want to encourage lift-sharing and using public transport where possible (we are easily reached from Reading or Oxford by the X39/X40 bus service). Tickets will be available on the day; however, advanced booking is strongly advised. Events like these help to keep Braziers running! Click here to book your tickets.
Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd February
Wider Community Weekend
A chance to join in a whole range of diverse activities as well as finding space for relaxation, fun, reflection and conversation. Most activities are free to join and accommodation and meals are at our 3 tier rates based on income.
Saturday night comedy play ‘Harvey Greenfield is Running Late’ a ground-breaking one-man piece of comic theatre at 8pm (60mins) see below. Included for weekend guests. £5 for other guests – details below, book here.
The weekend programme includes a variety of gentle and more active options – talks, walks, music, films and storytelling. The full programme will be announced soon. Booking form here or email courses@braziers.org.uk for further information.
Saturday 22nd February – 8pm (60mins)
‘Harvey Greenfield is Running Late‘
Writer/actor Paul Richards presents a ground-breaking one-man piece of comic theatre asking “is it possible to please everyone all of the time?”
See Edinburgh Fringe review, The Scotsman gave it 4 stars and said: “Like an alternative Ferris Buehller…the escalating web of chaos is skilfully crafted in the vein of a classic film comedy.” This one-night only performance is included in the Wider Community Weekend (see above) or £5 for other guests – Book here
March
Friday 13th to Sunday 15th March
Transformational Breath Personal Journey Level 1
This is an official Transformational Breath Programme. In this seminar you will open and expand your breathing and experience its potential to gift you with great changes such as enhanced health, greater peace, direction in life, vitality, creativity, and spiritual awakening just to name a few. For more information and booking click here
April
Friday 3rd to Sunday 5th April
School of Magic
We invite you to experience a boarding school weekend of magical studies! More info coming soon.
Friday 10th to Monday 13th April
4-Day Easter Retreat
Awaken
into Spring and join Louise for a nourishing and rejuvenating 4 days
of hatha yoga, mindful movement, yoga nidra, gong bath/sound
healing, delicious, homemade vegetarian food, nature walks, campfires
and good company.
Click here for more info . Click here to contact Louise and book your place
Friday 17th to Sunday 19th April
Transformational Breath Personal Journey Level 2
This is
an official Transformational Breath Programme. In this seminar you will
open and expand your breathing and experience its potential to gift you
with great changes such as enhanced health, greater peace, direction in
life, vitality, creativity, and spiritual awakening just to name a few.
For more information and booking click here
May
Sunday 3rd May
May Fayre Open Day
Once again Braziers Park opens its doors for our annual open day. There will be live music throughout the day, stalls, children’s activities, BBQ, bar, tea room and house and garden tours. Free entry: car parking £8 per car. We are happy to hear from stall holders, especially those selling handmade and low-impact items, and for any musicians and entertainers who would like to perform on the day. If you are interested in volunteering for the day please get in touch and in return lunch and refreshments will be provided. If you would like to perform, volunteer or hold a stall please email admin@braziers.org.uk
Saturday 9th May
Braziers Park School of Integrative Social Research AGM
Members, Associates, Active Associates, Volunteers and Friends are welcome (only members can vote for motions and officers). Please enquire about becoming an Associate, the first step to membership of the Society, BPSISR (Braziers Park School of Integrative Social Research), founded in 1950 as an experiment in conscious co-existence, understanding our place in nature and taking constructive action in the world.
Sunday 10th May
Glaister Lecture 2020
This years lecture will be given by J. Doyne Farmer who is Director of the Complexity Economics programme at the Institute for New Economic Thinking at Oxford Martin School, he is also Professor in the Mathematical Institute at the University of Oxford, and an External Professor at the Santa Fe Institute.
11am Booking essential please contact us to reserve your place
Friday 15th to Sunday 17th May
Wood Festival
The award winning annual family friendly festival of music and nature.
As well as music, there is a full programme of free workshops for all ages, kids tent activities, and delicious locally-sourced food and drink. For tickets click here
Friday 29th to Sunday 31st May
Transformational Breath Personal Journey Level 3
This is an official Transformational Breath Programme. In this seminar you will open and expand your breathing and experience its potential to gift you with great changes such as enhanced health, greater peace, direction in life, vitality, creativity, and spiritual awakening just to name a few. For more information and booking click here
June
Friday 12th to Sunday 14th June
Braziers International Film Festival
Braziers International Film Festival offers an opportunity for independent filmmakers to show their work to an enthusiastic audience, in a unique, historical setting. We accept films in any genre, including experimental, documentary, animation, comedy, fiction. The festival takes place on the Braziers Park estate, home to the annual Supernormal Festival. Films are projected to audiences in a cinema-style environment, with screenings, workshops and special events taking place inside a large, historic 17th century barn adapted for public performances, in addition to the Gothic manor house and custom-built outdoor structures. Screening are followed by group discussion and Q&A with attending film-makers, who will be invited to Braziers. Submissions here. Booking coming soon.
Friday 26th to Sunday 28th June
Summer Yoga Retreat with Senior teacher Julie Adam
Join Julie for a fun and friendly weekend of yoga, relaxation and rejuvenation. Be mindful and present as you build strength and improve flexibility in a safe and welcoming environment. The energy and natures vibration at Brazier’s Park transforms you easily from your day to day life. Giving your space to simply be and connect. Our yoga is suitable for all levels.
For more information and to book call, text or email Julie:
Tel: 07979 218 868 email: info@yogaclasseswithjulie.co.uk
July
Thursday 2nd to Monday 6th July
Elementary Festival
Come and immerse yourself in a magical world of music, movement and relaxation through live performance, workshops, sound journeys and healing sessions. Come and see a wide range of instruments from around the globe including Fujara, Tabla, Hang, Sitar, Cajon, African Drums, American Indian Flutes and Flamenco Guitar…oh, and just a little bit of Didgeridoo! Click here for more info & booking
August
Friday 14th to Sunday 16th August
SUPERNORMAL FESTIVAL
SUPERNORMAL is a three-day, experimental arts and music festival taking place at Braziers Park. Independent and uncompromising, it champions multi-faceted, exploratory art and music from the underground, margins and fringes to impart inspiring and engaging encounters beyond the everyday and the expected. For more info click here
September
Friday 11th to Sunday 13th September
Jaime’s Body Mind Yoga
Jaime’s Body Mind Yoga offers an extended weekend retreat in Sept 2020. The weekend will be heavy on meditation and mindfulness practices. We will explore a variety of yoga styles to include gentle yoga, restorative yin practices and a gong bath sound healing session. Also more energetic vinyasa style sessions. Something for everyone whilst having the freedom to stop , recharge and reconnect. Switch off, switch on is the mantra of the weekend. Enjoy a weekend in a beautiful setting with like minded people. The perfect place for a yoga retreat. Please email jaimesbodymindyoga@gmail.com for full details and to secure your place. Places are limited and are first come first served. Click here to view Jaimes website.
19th to 20th September
Introduction to Permaculture
Permaculture Association curriculum.
A wonderfully inspiring weekend in an idyllic location with Braziers Park community. You will learn the Permaculture basics – the ethics, principles and design tools to get you started to re-imagine your life, your garden, farm, community or any project for sustainability, regeneration and abundance – it’s not just for gardening!
You will have the opportunity to put learning into practice and create your first permaculture design as well as see inspiring examples on film and in Braziers 50 acres of organic meadows, woodland and gardens. Participants will receive a Permaculture Association certificate on completion which is accepted towards the first 2 days of a full Permaculture Design Course (PDC).
Cost: £180 / £130 (concessions) including lunches and refreshments, Book here.
Accommodation and extra meals available at 3 tier rates according to income, book here
Tutors: Trish Whitham and Phil Pritchard
For queries or further info email: trish@braziers.org.uk
October
Friday 30th October to Sunday 1st November
Rejuvenating Autumn Yoga with Ladan Soltani
Join Ladan Soltani for a rejuvenating autumn weekend of yoga & meditation. The perfect environment to de-stress and find your balance.
For more information and booking please click here