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At the Folk Preservation Society in Teignmouth, Ethan Pennell is giving an illustrated talk titled Revenge of the Land Spirits, exploring the long-standing ties between humans and non-human neighbours from Dartmoor to Iceland. The evening finishes across the road at Molloys with a DJ set. In Somerset, visitors to The Bullzini High-wire Circus Yard in Evercreech can join the Ecstatic Kirtan & Cacao Ceremony with Sauna every Monday. Held inside a candlelit yurt, the gathering offers shared singing, cups of cacao, and the chance to unwind in a wood-fired sauna afterwards.

In London, Bunhill Fields Quaker Meeting House hosts An Introduction to Bohm Dialogue - A journey into collective consciousness, where facilitator Jessica leads an evening of group reflection, meditation, and deep listening. Meanwhile, clothes rails are filling up in an East London home near Langdon Park DLR for the Women's Clothes Swap & Social Evening, an all-female gathering to exchange unworn garments and accessories over drinks and finger food.

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Recent community gatherings have drawn warm praise, with attendees sharing what made their visits worthwhile. At The Henge Shop in Avebury, crafters joined the Avebury Drum Birthing with Toni & Bethan workshop to make their own drums and beaters. Visitors appreciated the gentle teaching, thorough organisation and friendly atmosphere throughout the day, and left proud of their handiwork.

In Devon, dancers of all ages gathered at the Moor Imagination Centre in Buckfastleigh for Formula presents: Dance For Life. Guests praised the music, the leafy setting and the chance to dance for a good cause, noting that nothing needed changing. Nearby at the Totnes Climate Hub, people interested in the environment attended Till the Coast is Clear, Plastic free shorelines, Oceans of possibility. Listeners found the founder's talk on marine plastic pollution engaging and uplifting, and welcomed the hospitable hosts, tea and biscuits.

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A fresh crop of gatherings has been added to Dandelion, offering everything from quiet contemplation to lively community rhythms. In Frome, dancers can head to the Tri.Art Dance Academy on Marshall Way for the Saturday Night Dance with Rosie. Guests start with a warm-up and a cup of cacao before stepping barefoot onto the dance floor for an alcohol-free, drug-free evening with no talking during the music, alongside a dedicated chill-out room downstairs for conversation.

Over in Dockenfield near Farnham, a monthly Drumming Circle invites both complete beginners and experienced players to come together and explore group rhythm. Spare drums are available to borrow if you do not own one. Meanwhile, those looking to join from home can attend an online Q&A w Richard Lang, which gives participants a chance to discuss experiencing and practising the headless way.

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Music fans in London can head to Bar A Bar on Stoke Newington Road for ALEX AKAL - SOUNDS OF TRIBE. The evening features live electronic tribal sets with traditional instruments from around the world, Moroccan Gnawa music, and an open jam session for anyone wanting to play, dance, or listen. Free birthday cake will be shared, and musicians are invited to bring instruments and folding chairs.

Over in Stockholm, Noden members can attend Hålla, följa och släppa taget med Evvah at Södra Hamnvägen 9. Conducted in Swedish, the workshop is open to anyone wishing to explore trust, touch, and boundaries through fully clothed partner exercises in leading and following.

In Leicestershire, Soul Revolution Festival 2027 gathers campers on the estate of Stanford Hall. Aimed at festivalgoers, parents, and teachers, the five-day gathering offers wild swimming, music, movement, and ceremony under a 3,000-ticket capacity cap.

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