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The Crutch of Orthodoxy

Posted on June 13, 2014September 18, 2026 By Gwas 3 Comments on The Crutch of Orthodoxy
The Crutch of Orthodoxy
Hedge philosophy

You know a post is serious when there are no pictures! In this post I offer an explanation of how to construct your own theology no less! If you are interested in the foundations of paganism, then read on. We frequently get requests from people who know we write a blog. They say things like, “..but … Read More “The Crutch of Orthodoxy” »

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Spring Equinox 2014 p3 – The Borrowdale Yews

Posted on March 29, 2014September 18, 2026 By Gwas No Comments on Spring Equinox 2014 p3 – The Borrowdale Yews
Spring Equinox 2014 p3 – The Borrowdale Yews
Herbalism, Trees, Wheel of the Year

As we crawled at a few miles per hour towards the dead end that is Seathwaite in the Borrowdale valley we kept our spirits up and our frustration levels down by focusing on the end point – a set of three yew trees which I knew to be of ancient origin. They were among the … Read More “Spring Equinox 2014 p3 – The Borrowdale Yews” »

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Cornwall Winter p5 – The Piper and The Maidens

Posted on January 20, 2014September 17, 2026 By Gwas No Comments on Cornwall Winter p5 – The Piper and The Maidens
Cornwall Winter p5 – The Piper and The Maidens
Ancient Sites, Circles and Stones, Dowsing, Energy cleansing, Energy work, Visions

I was making the most of the beautiful winter weather – despite all the prognostication from the official weather channels. Tow more delightful sites to visit – one of the Piper Stones, and the accompanying Merry Maidens stone circle. 1. The Pipers standing stones [megalithic] You can park for the stones in a lay-by on a junction of … Read More “Cornwall Winter p5 – The Piper and The Maidens” »

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Lammas 2011 on Anglesey – Part 1

Posted on August 18, 2011September 12, 2026 By Gwas 3 Comments on Lammas 2011 on Anglesey – Part 1
Lammas 2011 on Anglesey – Part 1
Ancient Sites, Circles and Stones, Dowsing, Energy grid

Even though Kal and I had gone to Lud’s Church for Lughnasagh (Lammas) I wanted to do something of my own, so I took some time off work to go on a little outing of my own. The dowsing rods had indicated that the best place to visit would be Anglesey, and so I sought … Read More “Lammas 2011 on Anglesey – Part 1” »

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The Druidic Method

Posted on July 29, 2008September 23, 2026 By Gwas No Comments on The Druidic Method
The Druidic Method
Modern Druidry

Firstly, before you read on, let me state this quite categorically: I am NOT setting myself up as any kind of authority on the practise of Druidry. Whilst I have many years experience in mystical concepts, ideas and theories I am relatively new to the framework of druidical practise and I do not propose to … Read More “The Druidic Method” »

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