Wild Moon Camp
17 - 20 August 2024
Dartmoor National Park
Is there a wild song inside you, that’s longing to be set free?
Do you feel the call for some time to yourself, in pristine nature, with women, with your voice and your heart? Time to slow down, to soften and connect….
How would it be to court the Wild and in doing so deepen your relationship with your own wild soul?
After a remarkable beginning last year Wild Moon returns……
Immersed in stunning nature, deep in the wilds of Dartmoor National Park, we’ll gather together to connect with the land, the solidarity of sisterhood and the spirit of our voices. We’re excited to say that this year there will be some juicy new elements to enrich your experience and (hopefully) make it even more fulfilling! AND a whole extra 24 hours together so that we can be even more fully immersed in the beauty…
Calling on the power and wisdom of the August full moon, to fill us up, move through our voices and bodies and help us remember our wild nature as women, rooted in the earth and the cycles of nature, we’ll weave the threads of our prayers together, moving and voicing in circles under the moon and around the fire.
What to expect
Guided journeys to awaken and empower your authentic voice
Solo time in nature supported by vocal scores as a framework for free expression and intuitive plant wisdom
Workshops in co-creative circle singing, song-weaving inspired by the land and Collaborative Vocal Improvisation
Morning movement explorations into the landscape of feeling, where we will connect to the nature of our bodies and with each other
Full moon celebratory ceremony, with singing, drumming and dancing under the moon and around the fire
A welcoming sanctuary for creativity and connection, to yourself, the wild and a gorgeous group of women
The focal point of our gathering is the central fire in the White Deer Lodge, an ancient feeling, cosy roundhouse. Our activities weave out from here and onto the surrounding land which is a 63 acre mosaic of ecologically rich habitats; including conifer and native woodland, wetland and wildflower glades. This magical site is committed to re-wilding of land and people, with particular focus on keystone species including beavers. Maybe this year we will have a sighting !
Practicalities
Costs
Early Bird - until May 30th: £390.00
General Admission: £450.00
Delicious, nourishing vegetarian meals cooked onsite by our incredible chef (with a meat option on the Monday evening).
3 nights camping together on-site with the option of sleeping out under the full moon after the ceremony *** In order to accommodate those who may need/want to have a more comfortable experience, there is the option to rent a comfortable bell tent and mattress. Get in touch as soon as possible so we can arrange that for you.
On-site wood fired sauna
Compost toilet and solar showers
“Wow. I am lost for words. What has been created in such a short amount of time has been so powerful ! The land, the spirit, the facilitation has created such a safe place. I am full. Thank you so much, beyond grateful for Wild Moon Tribe"
“With immense gratitude and love to Bella Lilley and the authentic, diverse, and incredibly compassionate women who stood/sat in circle with voice, drum and full presence at the Wild Moon Camp on Dartmoor a few days ago. What I encountered were not only incredible “sisters in song” but also a group of diverse and strong women who held their “sisters in circle” without ego/agenda but with immense compassion, competency and care. What I re-discovered deep within myself was a authentic voice which had lain dormant for some 49 years. To you Bella and “my sisters” who wove such beautiful harmonies through the sharing of your unique selves….the wild wild of women voice, drum and of the land….my immense gratitude for giving back under the orange full moon the keys to harmony and opening a new door on this miraculous journey through life.”
Facilitators
Bella Lilley - Your Host and main facilitator
Bella’s life has been a weave of music and movement, healing practices and processes, mothering and a deep connection to our indigenous roots and the land. She originally trained in ethnomusicology and has been facilitating spaces for singers for 20 years. She brings a light touch, fun and deep empathy to her work with the voice.
Arantxa Serrate Cortés - Site manager and morning movement facilitator
Arantxa curates experiences that lead us to feel more intimately, re-connect to our body’s wisdom, and develop a deeper sensitivity for the subtler and more intuitive expressions of ourselves. In this way, she supports others to trust in themselves so they can create a life that aligns with their heart. Her shining spirit is an inspiration to all!
Annie Gardner - Intuitive Plant wisdom and altar creation
A medical herbalist specialising in women’s health and mother of three, Annie has spent over 20 years listening and learning from plants and this wild Earth. She loves to hold spaces for women to connect with plant allies in an intuitive and embodied way. She brings to this work her passion for honouring the seasons, moon cycle and thresholds on the journey of womanhood to support healing, integration and understanding of our unique soul’s expression.
Annie’s incredible attention to beauty and detail creates islands of magic around the site.
Tara Mexis - Assistant and wordsmith facilitator
Tara is a singer-songwriter, music facilitator, and mother. She holds a deep-rooted belief in singing for restoring connection to our bodies, psyches, nature and to each other. She loves sharing Vocal Improvisation in the Stroud area and holds a music degree from Goldsmiths University, a postgraduate Diploma in Applied Theatre, and she recently qualified as a Singing Mama Leader.