Autumn Equinox Gathering
TML gatherings weave social connection, individual reflection and learning and nourishment for our souls and stomachs alike, through seasonally inspired wisdom and shared meals. Come prepared for a community of curious minds, playful vibes and respect for the sacred.
Autumn Equinox Gathering
A gentle community gathering to welcome Autumn
📍 Kewstoke, Weston-Super-Mare (exact location available to those who RSVP)
📅 Sunday, 20th September
⏰ 5pm start
💰 Free to attend
👥Open to women and those who feel aligned with women’s circle spaces - spaces are limited.
You can RSVP here (link will be updated for booking one month before event) - full details will be emailed to you the week of the event.
About the Gathering
The Autumn Equinox is the moment in the year when day and night stand in perfect balance. After this point, the light begins to recede and we move gently toward the darker half of the year. A time for pausing and noticing what has grown, what has ripened and what we are now ready to lay down.
In nature, nothing clings to its fullness. Leaves fall, seeds drop and the tide takes what is no longer needed and returns it to the wider cycle.
Together on the beach, we will walk, reflect, and create a simple act of release. We’ll gather natural objects that speak to what we are ready to let go of, and transform them into a shared piece of temporary art; a reminder that release can be communal, gentle and even beautiful.
As the evening draws in, we’ll gather around the fire for food, warmth and conversation, marking the turning of the year in community.
What to Expect
Simple opening welcome ritual to set the tone and theme
Seasonal reflections
Informal community connection
Shared vegetarian/vegan meal
A fire, if the weather permits
Poetry, stories or readings shared voluntarily
You are welcome to participate as much or as little as feels right.
Who It’s For
This is an open, kind and inclusive space for open, kind and inclusive people. We organise our gatherings based on those who come and participate in them. The aim is for these gatherings to be collaborative. If you find there are barriers to participating, please reach out for a chat about how we might remove those barriers.
Read the This Mortal Life FAQ for more info.
Important to Know
This is a community gathering, not therapy or a support group.
While conversation and reflection are welcomed, participants remain responsible for their own wellbeing. You are always free to observe, participate or step away at any time.
Practical Details
🌿 Outdoor setting on natural ground - pavement, sand and uneven ground
👥 Small group size, less than 10 - small women’s circle
☕ Our gatherings are alcohol-free, bring a water bottle or whatever you prefer to drink
👢 Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy footwear, bring a picnic blanket or camping chair
Full arrival information will be shared after you RSVP.
About Your Host
Esther Hall is a Creative Community Facilitator, End of Life Companion and Founder of This Mortal Life, where we create spaces that explore how awareness of mortality can deepen our experience of living and belonging. I’m on a journey of learning to live more aligned with the natural rhythms of nature, and welcome anyone who’d like to join me. You can read more about me here (scroll down).
Join Us
Spaces are limited to keep the gathering calm and connected.
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