CELEBRATE THE SOLSTICE
June 20 brings the longest day and with it the start of summer. Be inspired to celebrate the solstice in Yorkshire
TIME TO BLOOM
Feel yourself bloom at a special craft workshop in Sheffield celebrating all things summer solstice. Head to Marmadukes at The Sorting Office on Ecclesall Road for a creative evening from 6-9pm on Thursday, June 20. Using seasonal flowers from the venue’s cutting garden, guests will make a flower crown to take away. As well as expert guidance, the event offers a chance to spoil yourself as you create your floral crown. Sip a cocktail and enjoy some tasty nibbles as you make the most of the longest day. All flowers and equipment are included in the admission price.
Ticket details via eventbrite
SUNRISE YOGA
Head to the coast to welcome in the longest day of the year on the beach at Scarborough. Let the natural force of the waves be a backdrop for a sunrise yoga session on Thursday, June 20. Set your alarm for the 4.15am start and join Helen from Happy Seal Yoga for the 45-minute session. Meet at the Star Map at Scarborough South Bay and make sure you layer up as it may be chilly and perhaps take along a blanket. happysealyoga.com/eventdetails/summer-solsticesunrise-yoga-2024
CALM THE MIND
Whitby Wellbeing hosts two events to celebrate the summer solstice. Visitors can take part in a Sweat Lodge Ceremony to reconnect with the medicine of nature, spirit and body. The Sweat Lodge is an ancient Native American ritual that has been practised by the indigenous tribes for many generations. The Sweat offers a deeply powerful and spiritual experience promoting physical, mental and emotional cleansing. It takes place in a small dome-shaped lodge made of willow branches and blankets. The ceremony is made up of four rounds, each with its own distinct purpose – physical purification, emotional release, spiritual connection and gratitude. Sweat Ceremonies take place over a full day on June 15 and 16. whitbywellbeing.com/homepage
EVENING TREK
Welcome the long summer days with a walk from Marsden Moor on Friday, June 21. The National Trust invites you to enjoy a five-mile walk from 7-10pm. Put on your walking boots and enjoy everything nature has to offer on the walk that will go to Tunnel End before ascending to Intake Head and then Pule Summit before the descent, and return via Old Mount Road. Meet at the National Trust Offices, The Old Goods Yard, Station Road, Huddersfield. nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/yorkshire/marsden-moor/events
ENERGY BEATS
Drum beats and connections will make the summer solstice an oasis of calm near Brimham Rocks on Thursday, June 20. Head to the Acorn Wellness Retreat for Cacao,
