Annual Pilgrimage to Avalon

Her Sacred Waters pilgrimage into the heart of ancient Avalon

Glastonbury, England

July 24th - August 1st, 2024

 
 
 

Do you feel called to the mysteries of Avalon?

Do you desire to experience or deepen your connection with the Goddess?

To connect with the realms of the unseen?

Do your feet ache to feel the energy of powerful ley lines surging beneath you?

Do you wish to know your ancient self?

Does your body long to connect with sacred land, ancient stones, and holy waters?

Avalon is calling to you.

Explore the intersection between the physical and spiritual realms through this ten day pilgrimage.

Immerse in the healing waters of the Red and White Springs of Avalon.

Commune with the powerful energies of Glastonbury Tor and visit megalithic stone circles Avebury and Stonehenge.

Explore the mysteries of the Glastonbury landscape Zodiac, the Temple of the Stars.

Receive the wisdom of local scholars and healers. Attune to the energies of the Goddess through ritual and ceremony and so much more…

 

The Inner Journey

The desire to participate in a pilgrimage to Avalon emerges from deep within; it is a response to a call from the Goddess. The land of Avalon is a powerful place. Her energy is known to stir up deep material, sometimes unearthing old wounds, shadows, or painful memories. She is the heart chakra of the planet and this unearthing process is in service to clearing all that is in the way of your heart's purest expression and experience of love and joy. 

Being in Avalon is activating, healing, and accelerating on many levels. It will create change in your life, resulting in a deeper connection and alignment with the truth and wisdom of your own heart.

This journey is incredibly rare and special. Pilgrims will have the opportunity to journey through Avalon guided by a Priestess who has spent many years communing with the sacred landscape and with the local community.

 

"It is to this Avalon of the heart the pilgrims still go. Some in bands, knowing what they seek. Some alone, with the staff of vision in their hands, awaiting what may come meet them on this holy ground. None go away as they came."

- Dion Fortune

 

The Outer Journey

Private entrance and accommodation at the Chalice Well

Private sunset ceremony inside the stones at Stonehenge

Private bathing ritual in the White Spring

Pilgrimages to ancient Neolithic Stone Circles and Long Barrows

Communion with the powerful ley line energies along the Tor

Immersion into the Glastonbury Zodiac, with personal chart alignments from a local astrologer

Healing rituals and ceremonies

Attuning to the energies of the Goddess

Receiving the magic and medicine of local healers, scholars, and wisdom keepers

Enjoying the enchanting town of Glastonbury

Daily tea ceremony

Being nourished with delicious organic vegetarian food prepared daily by our private chef  

And much more will be revealed …

 

Journey Alignment

This pilgrimage is for women who feel called to the mysteries of Avalon…

Women who yearn to bathe in ancient healing waters.

Women who are already doing deep inner work as facilitators, teachers, healers.

Women desiring to deepen their connection with the sacred feminine. 

Women desiring to experience authentic embodiment.

  • “Going on a retreat led by Annah Taylor is going into the most beautiful parts of your divine being and giving them permission to be seen, heard, and loved…

    Let me change the word retreat to pilgrimage, because that’s what her retreats are. She holds the deep space for you to walk your way back home. To experience a love so deep that your life’s bar has been raised to match that love. She knows how to lead women. Hold women. Celebrate women. Create a safe space for women to unearth, to forgive, to release, and to surrender into the land and into the Goddess. My experience in Avalon and the magic places we traveled while together has been the greatest gift I have ever received. I connected into a sisterhood that can never be broken and the richness in my life is immeasurable.”

    — Carrie Fistel


  • “Annah Taylor is such a loving presence, so very grounded in her Priestess energy, so feminine, so loving, so gentle, and so wise…

    She expressed child-like excitement for everything we did - her joy for the experiences she was taking us through made them even more special and magical. Experiencing the sacred places she took us to, meeting the people she gathered for us, learning all the things we learned, and participating in the rituals and ceremonies that she hosted, opened me up to a part of myself I never knew existed. And my trajectory has forever been changed - in the best possible way.”

    — Dawn S.

  • “Annah Taylor’s retreats are transformational…

    Not only did I feel myself open and deepen to the magic of the land and the countless tea ceremonies and rituals that she guided us through, but also witnessed my fellow travelers shift in profound ways. Each day is a treasure of ritual, adventure, discovery and laughter, lot of laughter. I am grateful beyond words that Taylor crafted this heart opening retreat as a way to share her knowledge and connection with Avalon. I can’t recommend it enough. If you are curious about discovering the goddess within, and long to journey with a magical priestess as your guide, then you are in the right place. It’s pure bliss.”

    — Valerie Dillman

FAQ

 

  • Most pilgrimages are ten days, each year that may fluctuate by a day or so depending on how the schedule aligns. Please bear in mind that depending upon where you are traveling from you may need to arrive in London the day before, and if you are traveling from the states, with the time change, you may depart two days prior to the start of the journey.

  • Airfare is not included. Participants are responsible for getting themselves either to London Heathrow airport or London Paddington station, that information will be shared upon registration. Attendees will have an allotted time to meet at London Heathrow or Paddington station to begin the journey. Once the journey has commenced, all transport is taken care of, including return to London Paddington or Heathrow airport. Participants are then responsible for their air travel home.

  • As space is very limited and these pilgrimages are planned far in advance, refunds are only available if the spot can be filled. The $500 deposit is non-refundable.

  • Making sure we have the proper attire enables us to be present to the magic all around, allowing for deep inner experiences. It is very challenging to tune in to the energies or have fun and play when we have blisters on our feet or are cold. Please honor and support yourselves by consciously preparing for this journey as you would prepare for a sacred ceremony. This will set the tone for an amazing experience!

    ITEMS TO BRING & PLAN FOR

    Passport (make sure it’s valid at least 6 months after our travel dates)

    Good walking shoes with ankle support - I cannot emphasize the importance of this enough! We will be walking long distances on uneven terrain. Getting in and out of St Nectan’s Glen is a bit of a hike, and we have many other long walks and experiences out on the land. I personally wear Lowa hiking boots with ankle support and I love them. I recommend going to REI and trying shoes on to make sure you find the most comfortable pair for you. And most importantly be sure to BREAK THEM IN before our journey!

    Wool socks (REI - I recommend the brand Darn Tough)

    Layers - leggings, long sleeved shirts, light scarves, sweaters, etc. Breathable natural materials are best. It is likely we will have beautiful sunny weather, however, it is England! Tintagel is on the sea and there are always cool sea winds. Temperatures in Glastonbury could fluctuate from

    the low 60’s to high 70’s, and of course there is always the possibility of rain.

    Dress in comfortable clothing that you can move freely in. You may desire to bring a dress for ceremony. (I personally wear dresses with my hiking boots most of the time)

    Yoga clothes for an optional kundalini class and/ or practicing/ stretching on your own in the mornings

    Light raincoat that you can pack in a day pack.

    Day pack that is comfortable and can carry your lunch, water bottle, raincoat/ extra layers, journal, whatever else you feel called to have on you.

    Water bottle

    Light travel thermos for hot beverages

    Journal and pen

    Offerings - an offering to make to St Nectan’s Glen during our opening ceremony (I have learned that offering something meaningful to you creates a powerful energetic connection with the Otherworld, this could be a crystal or small piece of jewelry. It will be offered to water so be aware of that when choosing what to bring)

    Any biodegradable offerings you wish to make to the Faeries and elemental spirits

    Any sacred objects you’d like to bless in the waters

    A small pouch or medicine bag for collecting earth treasures along the way (completely optional)

    Additional snacks to carry with you if you like (we will be very well fed! I always like to have snacks on me too :)) There is also a wonderful health food shop in Glastonbury.

    Ear plugs, eye mask, a light sleep aid like melatonin (which is very good for hormonal balance) *** sleeping arrangements are in close quarters, so these things will support everyone getting a good night’s sleep.

    Adapters for phone chargers *** note that cell phones are not permitted at the Chalice Well in order to preserve the sacred energies present there. It will be important to keep phones on airplane mode and use only for photos. I know some of you are mamas and need to check your phones occasionally, and there will be times to do so. Please prepare yourselves to take this time completely away from any responsibilities so you can be fully immersed in the journey. ***

    Hair dryers will be provided at both accommodations so no need to travel with one.

    There will be opportunities to ceremonially merge with the powerful healing waters at St Nectan’s Glen and the Chalice Well. If you do not feel comfortable being naked, you are welcome to bring a bathing suit. You are fully accepted and loved no matter what!

    Towels will be provided at both accommodations. You may desire to bring a small travel towel for dips into the springs, so that your shower towel stays clean and fresh. (REI has these too!)

    Sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hat

    Headlamp or flashlight for walking outdoors in the garden on your own at night, if you desire (optional)

    ALL OF THIS SAID, PLEASE TRY TO PACK AS LIGHTLY AS POSSIBLE :)

    We will be in close quarters and the rooms are quaint and cozy.

    Blessed Be Sisters!!