Events at the Healing Tree Centre
December "Solstice Full Moon" Shamanic Drum and Ceremony Circle
Sunday December 15th
Come and join us for our December Solstice Full Moon shamanic drum and ceremonial circle on the 15th, from 2pm. A time of celebration and festivitites as we honour the coming of returning of the light.
Exploring shamanic drumming, journeying and ceremony and often a few surprises. We'll possibly be outside around the fire in the medicine circle..(but likely in the Rowan workshop) so numbers sadly have to be limited. Open to experienced and novices alike. Some spare drums are available Hope to see you there. £11.11 and ticket only, Follow the ticket link. There may be cake or something similar that is nourishing to rejuvenate ourselves afterwards. Come and celebrate.
n.b. the small stuff. Full refunds only available with 3 days notice prior to event.
Gateway to the Shamanic Path - An Introduction
Saturday Feb 1st
A 1 day introduction to shamanism and the shamanic pathway. Embracing this moment of Imbolc and all the potential that holds for us all.
Led by Derek Gane, we shall step out to explore the basics of shamanic journeying and the various techniques used on the journey. We will discover how to connect and work with our allies and totem animals and start to understand the role of the healer in the shamanic world.
We will explore the use of the drum and rattle as shamanic tools. Some of this work will be deepening our connection with the elements of nature so please wear suitable clothes.
I work extensively as a shamanic healer from the Healing Tree Centre and I have been teaching shamanic practice for 20 years and the Shamans Quest Practitioner training is now in its 13th year. My work is grounded on this land and this Earth and guided by Spirit and I bring this forward to help others find their healing, their true power and to find their way.
This day can be used as a gateway to the Shamans Quest Practitioner training that starts in April 2025 and follows the wheel of the year, though this 1 day is also stand alone, as an introduction, with no ongoing expectations and open to all.
£65 for the day.
Vegan soup and bread lunch provided. Please feel free to add to the shared lunch in a small way. Teas coffee etc. provided throughout the day.
What to bring:
A stone large enough to fill your hand (any type, rough and nature gifted is good)
Food offering for lunch,
Wet weather clothing and wellies/boots
A drum, rattle, blanket eye covering if you have them (I have spares)
A Thread of Hope
January 19th 2025
Details and Booking Link Here
Alison and Becky from Soul Systirs will be hosting a charity Spirit Doll workshop in aid of the Palestinian people.
A one day workshop to invite us to turn inward, to the presence of Love and Compassion that resides in the Heart and to manifest that in loving action.
We will be working in sacred space, creating a spirit doll in the Motanka style to hold our prayers and intentions of love, support and peace to all those suffering great loss and hardship through war, hatred and violence particularly in the Middle East, but it will also serve as a focus for our prayers for all in distress.
The doll will be dressed using some beautiful hand embroidered material created by the women of the Balata Refugee Camp in the West Bank, specifically from a group at the Yama Cultural Centre. As we work with this cloth, we will be invited to add our stitching, our making, with theirs, to feel them in circle with us, to support them with our connections and our prayers.
The doll itself will be made in the Motanka style from Ukraine. As we make the doll we will hold circle for the women of Ukraine too, who are also suffering. We will tie the doll together with red thread a reminder that “Good recognises Good” (Meggan Watterson), that we are all connected, that we each hold a part of the thread and that we are called to turn up for our part. As we wrap the thread the invitation is to ask, “What is my role, how can I be the Love I wish to see in the world?”
The doll will contain medicine including sacred oils and crystals, that will support these connections, prayers and questions.
The day will include refreshments and a vegetable soup.
All profits to charity.
The Shaman's Quest
Year 1 (2025) Certificate
2025 -2026
Starts April 2025
Go to the Shamans Quest Shamanic Practitioners page..........
The Shaman's Quest
Year 2 (2024) Advanced Diploma
Starts Oct 11th 2024
Click here to download the details and application form
This is the second year, Advanced Diploma level, shamanic practitioner training that, naturally, follows on from the Shamans Quest Certificate and takes the work to a deeper understanding.
This year is also open to others that have not studied with me, Derek Gane, but have achieved a level of shamanic training that covers a full and complete range of the teachings of shamanism, that can be evidenced i.e. an equivalent years training to the Shamans Quest certificate.
If called, then email for further details and click on the form link
The Hive
Every Wednesday from 10.30. Come for how long you can!
Welcome to The Hive. A weekly community group.
"A community hub at the Healing Tree Centre. Land management, conservation, wisdom sharing, wildlife rescue, community gardening, sharing around a fire, speakers, crafting, activities, learning and listening to each others story."
Every Wednesday 10.30 to 16.30pm, and sometimes evening sessions. We take join together on whatever is planned and spend time together, sharing our wisdom and listening to each other. Our aim is to be a friendly, supportive and active volunteer group, held in an appropriately safeguarded space, that will create positive action for the Earth and each other. We each have different skills to offer and are open to learning more. This is an opportunity, especially important at this time, where we can support each other, mentally and emotionally too. The day is led by Derek , an experienced land manager with extensive knowledge of running "Green Team" volunteer groups for Natural England and the National Trust. Come and join us. Open to all ages and abilities. BYO lunch and drinks. You'll be welcome
Shamanic Tribe Camp
8th - 10th August 2025
The Healing Tree team invite you to their fourth annual shamanic camp. First started as the Earth Fayre, our small camp, in 2017, was such a beautiful gathering of friends, that we vowed to continue this each year. We, along with so many, too a break in 2020 – 23 and now feel the time is right to resurrect the Shamanic Tribe Camp with fresh energies. We join together on our 3 day shamanic camp retreat with ceremony, sacred celebration, dance, trance, workshops, social time, central fire, drumming, healings and teachings.
First places are open to those who’ve completed (or undergoing) the Shamans Quest Practitioner training. (and +1’s) . It will then be opened up if space allows. The ethos of this camp is to be as low impact and environmentally responsible as possible.
Opening ceremony Friday noon but arrive to set up anytime Friday from 9am. Closing ceremony Sunday 2.30pm
We encourage the opportunity for anyone to offer a presentation or workshop that is relevant and fitting (not necessarily “shamanic”, so if there’s something you'd like to offer then please contact me, Derek.
The cost of the ticket includes weekend camping and a hot evening meal and teas / drinks. All other meals (brekkie and Lunch) are for you to self-cater.
Please bring your own mug and cutlery. We will provide compostable paper plates
Dogs are allowed on site (not in workshop areas) but MUST be kept on a lead at all times and not run free.
Kids (under 16 free) are also welcomed but must be kept on a lead at all times and not run free. ;) Come join us
Circle of Esoteric Wisdom - Monthly Development circle
Dates to follow soon
Evenings 7.00 - 9
-More than a development circle but an exploration of developing your psychic skills and a place to explore into the Great Mystery on a broad range of topics. Led by Derek , but its the energies of the whole group that drive the direction of what we explore and where we go. Originally a follow on from the 2 day Esoteric Circle weekend, if you feel drawn to joining us and can make a firm commitment to attend the monthly circles then please enquire. This is a closed circle with a private social media group for in between sessions. An opportunity to go forward with your learning in a development circle, a physical circle, on one evening a month, initially, from 7pm to 9pm. £8 session plus ongoing sharing online.
Wild Hearth Retreat
Dates to follow soon
Wild Earth - ReWild your connection to the Earth and the Spirits of Nature
Wild Heart - ReWild your heart, so embracing your true self.
Wild Hearth - Nurture the fire in your centre and step into a new way of being.
Come, let go and immerse yourself deep in the wild and magical nature of Talisman Woods. It is time to find our own true nature and step up in this pivotal time.
4 day immersive retreat at The Healing Tree Centre. There will be time and space to sink in to the land and connect with the Spirits of place through mindfulness, opening up the inner creative essence and discovering your inner wild soul through ceremony, space and wild reconnection. This time will be living, breathing and sharing out on the land in a small group. We will be conscious dreaming, bringing your awareness in through your dreamstate.
Accommodation will be under canvas (either provided or bring your own, see pricing) with your own bedding. All meals provided from Thursday breakfast to late Sunday lunch. Start 10.30 Thursday to 15.30 Sunday
Full price £325 (with tent accommodation supplied)
Discount £285 (bring own tent )
Deposit £100
Participants limited to a small band of travellers
To join or enquiries email Derek; thehealingtreecentre@gmail
Cancellation Policy
All events comply with current health regulations and we are accredited with the Visit England "Good To Go" scheme.
All payments to be made in full before the event unless with prior agreement. Cancellations made 7 days or more in advance of the event date, may receive a 100% refund on request. Cancellations made 4 days or more in advance of the event date, may receive a 50% refund on request. Cancellations made within 0 - 3 days will be non-refundable.
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