Self-Nature Connection Walk: Meldon, Red-a-ven Brook and West Okement River Walk + optional Sauna and Sound bath

A RELAXED BLEND OF GUIDED LEISURELY WALKING (SOCIAL AND SILENT MINDFUL) AND TAKING TIME TO STOP, ENJOY QI GONG AND/OR VERY GENTLE YOGA AND/OR WILD SWIM/DIP OPTIONS, BE AND CONNECT WITH OURSELVES AND THE LIFE ALL AROUND US THROUGH A VARIETY OF HEART-LED GENTLE MOVEMENT AND MEDITATIVE EXERCISES

With Kate & Paul

About this walk

Kate & Paul are teaming up with Josh & Eva of Matchbox Sauna again to bring you a Walk-Dip-Sauna combo, plus this time a beautiful Sound bath with our friend Claire Gee of Bawcombe Wellbeing!
Our walk will begin at 10.30 outside Meldon Village Hall. We'll trace parts of beautiful Red-a-ven Brook and the West Okement River between Meldon Reservoir dam and Meldon Quarry, with wild swimming/dipping spots a plenty. We'll cover 3 - 4 miles, arriving back at Meldon Village Hall at 3.45.

BYO lunch. Please wear stout footwear. There are public toilets at Meldon Reservoir public car park; also Meldon Village Hall from 3.30pm.

You're welcome to then continue the afternoon with us, Matchbox Sauna and Bawcombe Wellbeing for a special Sauna and Soundbath experience at Meldon village hall.

Pre-Sound Bath Sauna: 4pm

Sound Bath: 5.15pm

Post-Sound Bath Sauna: 6.30pm

Each session lasts approximately 1 hour.

Your options:

Walk + Sauna + Sound bath = £45pp

Walk + Sauna only = £37pp

Walk + Sound bath only = £32

Walk only = £20 / 15pp

Sauna only = £17pp

Sound bath only = £12pp

Further option of a post-sound bath sauna at 6.30pm (£17pp)

BOOKING

Please book the Walk (with optional wild swims/dips) with Paul & Kate on this site. 

To book or register your interest for the Sauna and Sound bath, call Josh on 07432 255860, email: info@matchboxsauna.co.uk
Spaces are limited, so advance booking is recommended.
See more about Matchbox Sauna here: matchboxsauna.co.uk  See more about Claire and her Sound baths here: Sound Baths - Bawcombe Wellbeing

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About our walks in general

We invite participants to see our Self/Nature Connection walks as gentle pilgrimages, both outer - amongst nature's beauty, and inner - to our true selves in the present moment; just slowing down and stopping here and there to just be in a beautiful place can captivate us into being deeply present in the now, which is deeply satisfying, soul-nourishing and restorative.

On all of our Self/Nature Connection days, Paul, Kate and/or Chris will lead you with a blend of social walking, mindful, silent walking, and at some of the natural power places along the way, stopping, breathing and connecting with ourselves/nature-earth. You may have heard of the Japanese practice of forest bathing (Shinrin-yoku)... this is it!

We'll invite you to take part in some loosely guided intuitive movement inspired by our slow flow Hatha Yoga led by Paul, slow flow non-contact Kenpo practices led by Chris, or gentle Qi Gong led by Kate.

For many of our walks, we also find good swim/dip stops and invite you to immerse yourself in nature in this way, if you want to.

Kate is a singer-songwriter and may play to us at some point on our wanderings. This is always spontaneous and always a treat!

Our pilgrimages aren't primarily about the distance covered, but about creating space to be and connect to self, others and Nature/Earth, whilst at the same time honouring the holistic benefits of walking.

Our walks are adult only events and so no dogs please (we do love dogs! but they could be a distraction from the exercises we'll be doing).

TERRAIN

All our walks fall within the 365 square miles of Dartmoor National Park and normally include some fairly steep gradients and almost always some uneven ground.

GENERAL KIT LIST

• Packed lunch, snacks, plenty of fluids, incl. hot drinks and water
• Good waterproofs, warm layers and spare clothing - bearing in mind that it is always colder/windier up on the moors
• Sturdy outdoor walking boots or shoes
• Any medication that you might need to take
• High factor broad spectrum sun cream and sun hat and/or sunglasses for walks between March and October
• A personal first aid kit is advised. Leaders carry a first aid kit
• Swimwear and a towel if wild swimming/dipping

• If you're new to our walks, we'll also send you a very short health form once you've booked, which you'll need to complete and return to us before the walk This will be a one-off and cover you for future walks with us (unless your ability to participate changes significantly).

Weather

The forecast will appear here 6-7 days beforehand.

In general, our walks go ahead whatever the weather, unless there is a weather warning in place (yellow, amber, or red) covering the location. In this event, we'll monitor the situation and then give everyone booked a decision on whether we're still going ahead, or not, at least 24 hours in advance. We'll offer a full refund to participants if we have to cancel, unless you wish to carry forward your payment to another Soul Warriors event.

Bookings and Cancellations

Please note that your event booking is only confirmed once you have booked your ticket through Ticket Tailor.
We can offer a full refund if participants cancel with at least 48 hours notice.

With at least 24 hours notice, we cannot offer a refund, but we can carry your payment forward to/towards another Soul Warriors event.

We cannot refund or carry your payment forward if cancellation is less than 24 hours before the commencement of this event.

See below for some Self/Nature Connection pilgrimage testimonials.

See more from Soul Warriors (including our interactive talks, discussion groups, workshops and other self/nature connection pilgrimages) at soulwarriors.net, or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093443484299

Email soulwarriorscommunity@gmail.com Contact Paul Beard 07587 226122.

Testimonials

Dear Paul and Kate,
Here's a big Thank you to you both and the lovely group of people sharing the day with me. Lustleigh Cleave in May is one of the most beautiful spots with seemingly never ending carpets of bluebells in ancient woods. Sitting on the rocky remainders of an ancient settlement in this enchanted place to be treated to a guided meditation introduced and completed by the sound of Kate's ocarina, rounding off the vision. Taking in the breathtaking view from the Harton Chest ("heart on chest") rocky outcrop view point, connecting with the rocks whilst listening to a wise tale about the rock beings. Swimming in the ice cold river- how invigorating, mindful and focussing! Enjoying a reading of moving poetry by one soul warrior and other soul warriors carrying a 'wood dragon' all the way back to the meeting point for a fellow soul warrior.
A wonderfully mindful journey through- and connection with- this enchanted landscape, being able to just be- brilliantly facilitated by Paul and Kate.

Namasté, Sylvia

"On Sunday I went on one of the Pilgrimages with Soul Warriors. For me it was a great escape from the usual daily routines of life, a day for me to take in the energies of nature to relax and enjoy. Paul and Chris were very attentive of us all throughout the day. The pace of the walk was gentle with several stops to spend time connecting with the land, with nature and honoring the land. Soul Warriors are from the heart, with love to us all and Mother Earth. This gave me a place, a time, to just Be. After the walk I felt very relaxed and peaceful within myself"

Rowena

"Hi Paul. I have been really inspired today. The difference I feel now than when I woke up this morning is tangible. A day in nature with such depth of connection in all ways is just so healing"

Sarah H

"I recently had the pleasure of joining Power Placed Pilgrims on a guided walk to Scorhill Stone Circle and Kestor Rock on Dartmoor. The experience, led by the knowledgeable guides Paul and Chris, seamlessly blended intuitive movement and stillness, creating a profound connection to the energy of nature. The walk was a serene journey, fostering calm, relaxation, and reflection. The group's warmth and welcome made it an incredibly enjoyable and peaceful experience. Grateful for the memorable moments and the rejuvenating power of nature, I highly recommend Power Placed Pilgrims for those seeking a harmonious connection with the natural world."

David, Gunnislake

“What an enjoyable way to spend a Saturday. Thank you so much Chris and Paul for a wonderful walk on the moor today. We connected with nature in so many ways. We connected with the earth, got in the river and connected with the flow of the water, the breeze was gently blowing around us and we connected to each other around someone’s remnants of a fire. So that was all the elements covered. We then stopped at two spots and connected to the trees, which was inspiring, and supportive. We chatted, and had periods of silent connection to the beautiful energy of the moor. It was a great day, with lovely people in the most healing environment. Bless you both for encouraging us out, to connect, give and receive.”

Louise Barrett

"Hi Paul and Chris, I just wanted to say thank you for last Sunday... it was truly a magical and peaceful day. It did me the world of good just to slow down and enjoy the wonders of nature. I enjoyed every minute and will treasure the memories made."

Lisa Cann

“What a wonderful and powerful experience this 'Power place pilgrimage' has been! Not solely walking over this beautiful area and admiring the stunning views, but rather opening all senses and soaking up the glorious ancient Landscape , becoming part of it. Helped expertly by Paul and Chris' guidance in mindfulness-, breathing-, movement - and silence - practices. It was a deeply calming, balancing, centering, energising, spiritual and emotional experience for me. Heartfelt thanks to Paul and Chris!!! Also to the lovely group of people who all contributed to a relaxed and genuine atmosphere. So looking forward to the next event!

Namasté, Sylvia”