A journey into "Celtic" cosmology
Discover the existence of an indigenous Medicine Wheel for these isles
In-person training to rediscover and connect with your ancestry of the Iron Age Ancient Britons, commonly regarded as Celtic/the Celts, truly known as the Pretani.
29 - 30 March 2025
The Warren, Somerset, BA4 6AY
£250pp | £225 if paid before 1 March
(See FAQ below for booking terms)
Limited to 10 places
The ancestors of the British Isles are usually referred to as Celts.
In fact, they were a separate culture and identy known as The Pretani!
With a growing acknowledgement of cultural appropriation of indigenous cultures around the world, there is a growing call for those of us from these isles to rediscover our own practices.
We feel the draw to return to the old ways.
Ways of honouring the land, our ancestors, the spirits of the wild places.
Through exploration of the clues left to us by our Iron Age Ancient Briton ancestors, and through deep listening to the land, we can find our way back to our roots, while forging a new path forward for the 21st century.
"I have been searching for “teachings” that mean something to me, that call to my soul and speak of my indigenous land. Sam is a wonderful teacher, her passion for her work glows from her. I have never felt so at ease listening to a teacher and her study on the Pretani and their wheel of the year resonated with me and felt very natural. The wheel Sam shared with us is now turning in my practice."
Cher M
During this weekend immersion into Pretani "Celtic" cosmology, you will...
✨ Discover the existence of an indigenous Medicine Wheel for these isles
✨ You will hear its story, and learn methods of putting the wisdom into practice
✨ You will be following the ancient instructions passed down to us from our Early Medieval ancestors in the form of a mythological story based on Iron Age memory
✨ You will connect more deeply with your ancestry and heritage of these isles
✨ Learn a truly incredible tool for navigating your modern existence
Sam MacLaren has devoted her life to unearthing authentic indigenous British practices, more accurately described as Seership (rather than shamanic).
Through her private tuition with Harvard Celtic scholar Sharon Paice MacLeod, a BA in Celtic Studies with the University of Wales Trinity St. David, studying Ritual & Religion in Prehistory with Oxford University, Sam is one of the premier experts on authentic indigenous practices in these isles.
"Sam is an astonishing teacher: thoughtful, supportive and intuitive on a level that I’ve never encountered before in ten years of doing other workshops and retreats. Her scholarship is impeccable, her passion is infectious and the authenticity of her teaching is absolute"
Julie F
We're asking that everyone bring some food to share both days. There will be ample supplies of tea, coffee and water available throughout the weekend.
Secure your place with a non-refundable deposit of £50.
Save £25 by paying a balance of £175 before 1 Mar 2025.
The balance due if paid after 1 Mar is £200
If you are unable to attend your place can be swapped for someone else, if available.
In the event we have to cancel all payments will be refunded, or can be carried over to future dates.
"After searching for a meaningful spiritual way of life nothing I tried felt right for me, I felt there must be an indigenous way, a connection to and an honouring of my ancestors. Sam is a woman of integrity, a scholar, a teacher and an authentic human being, as soon as I saw the Medicine Wheel course I just knew it was for me. The whole weekend was amazing, full of revelation and the beginning of a journey working with this land that is home, I came away with a sense of belonging and feeling equipped to take the first steps on this road and am looking forward to the rest of the journey."
Helen S
£250pp (£225 before 1 Mar)
29 - 30 Mar 2025
The Warren, Somerset, BA4 6AY