WHEEL OF THE YEAR
CEREMONIES

The Wheel of the Year is a cyclical calendar that follows the natural rhythm of the Earth as it moves through light and dark, growth and rest, beginnings and endings. Rooted in land-based traditions, it marks eight seasonal points that reflect what is happening in nature and, by extension, within us.

Rather than seeing time as a straight line, the Wheel reminds us that life unfolds in cycles. There are times to plant, to grow, to harvest, to release, and to rest. Working with the Wheel of the Year invites a deeper relationship with the seasons, helping us notice when to act and when to slow down, when to celebrate and when to turn inward. It offers a gentle framework for honouring change, finding balance, and remembering that each ending naturally carries the seed of a new beginning.

At The Phoenix Centre Cornwall, ceremonies are held as simple, grounded gatherings that mark these seasonal thresholds. They are not about belief, performance, or doing anything in a particular way. They are an invitation to pause, reflect, and reconnect with your own inner rhythm as it moves alongside the land and the year.

We gather at key points in the cycle, guided by the turning of the Wheel and the rhythm of the Moon. Whenever possible, gatherings take place on or close to the New or Full Moon that aligns with each seasonal shift. Ceremonies are usually held in our beautiful paddock, around the fire pit, allowing us to connect directly with the elements and the land. When the weather does not support being outside, we move into the Yurt, keeping the circle held, warm, and contained.

There is always choice within ceremony. Sharing is optional. Silence is welcome. You are invited to take part in a way that feels right for you, at your own pace, without pressure or expectation