::The
Hermitage Cottage Yurt::
Available
to hire
What
is a Yurt?
The
Hermitage Cottage Yurt is a modern adaptation of the ancient circular
shelter used by Central Asian nomads for centuries. The compact
shape of the yurt and combination of lightweight members in tension
and compression mean that the structure is highly efficient in
maximizing strength while minimizing the use of materials. Heated
with an environmentally friendly air cooled heat pump and carpeted
throughout, the Yurt provides a conducive atmosphere for many
learning modes and for open dialogue.
The Hermitage Cottage Yurt
is available for hire as a meeting space and classroom and provides
a pleasing area for meeting using the long establish pattern of
‘meeting in circle’. The space serves groups of up to
35 people. The yurt is also set in a 2 acre garden. It is the
perfect atmosphere for initial meetings, creating ‘breakthrough’
possibilities for business, and provides training space and collective
group reflections. An adjacent walking labyrinth is also available
for team building use.
It is a Neutral Space and provides a unique possibility for ‘Meeting
in Circle’.
ALLOW THE SPACE ITSELF HELP
CREATE THE RESULTS YOU ARE SEEKING
Teas and Coffee available. Restaurants nearby*. Ample parking
available.
Mineral water, 1 flipchart, conference notepaper, screen, ample
electric outlets
(*Finger buffet lunch by arrangement)
The only Yurt in Northern
Ireland ~a unique meeting space
The Hermitage Cottage Yurt
is a modern adaptation of the ancient circular shelter used by
Central Asian nomads for centuries. The compact shape of the yurt
and combination of lightweight members in tension and compression
mean that the structure is highly efficient in maximizing strength
while minimizing the use of materials. Heated with an environmentally
friendly air cooled heat pump and carpeted throughout, the Yurt
provides a conducive atmosphere for many learning modes and for
open dialogue.
'Contact Sally for more information and to let the Yurt for your
group ir organisation'
Labyrinth Use: £50 (with
coaching- £100)
Programmes
of the Hermitage Cottage Yurt 2007/2008
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Regular Meditation
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At The Hermitage
Cottage, County Down
Meditation is a unique tool
for self reflection and understanding, perhaps better stated as
‘training the heart & mind’.
It is also can lessen personal
stress and better enable us to benefit others.
We begin simply, germinating
a calm centre & greater clarity about reality.
Meditation suitable for Beginners
and Experienced Meditators
Suitable for Everyone!
Meditation cultivates living
with an open heart.
Meditation
cultivates living with an open heart.
Monday Evenings
7~ 8:30pm
Tuesday Mornings!
11- 12:30
Private Direction
also available upon request 02897 510232
Payment for the Meditation
Course is a free will offering of generosity (giving) on your
part, and in this case will be donated to ‘Jampa Ling Belfast’
Trust to assist Mongolians living in great need. Additional Charge
specifically cover the costs of the facility: (£12 for 6
sessions)
Contact Sally at 02897 510232
The Mediations are held in
the Hermitage Cottage Yurt.
Seasonal Fire
Circles
At The Hermitage Cottage
Really,
we are befriending the Universe we live within.
We're embracing the Story
of the Universe as our own 'story'.
Certain moments annually mark significant shifts in the life of
the planet. They provide the points of connection for our human
lives.
At The Hermitage Cottage we
mark these occasions with Ceremonial Fire Circles:
acknowledging the shifts in the year's cycle as they are reflected
personally in our lives, honouring the earth and it's changes
through the year in nature,
rediscovering our own 'home' in the universe.
Seasonal changes are acknowledged
within most religious traditions. It is a universal impulse as
human beings: from Islamic Ramadan ~ time of fasting & purification
before entering the inner darkness of winter; Hanukkah (Judaism),
Christmas(Christian), Divali (Hindu) ~Festivals of Light in the
midst of that darkness;
re-emergence of life in spring
festivals (Easter and ‘New Year’ celebrations in China,
Tibet) through seasons of full expression into the world ~ Pentacost
(Christian), Saga Dawa (Buddhism), Ridvan (Baha’i).
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Seasonal Fire Circles
at The Hermitage Cottage
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Really, what we are doing is befriending the Universe
through Self-Reflection
Certain moments annually mark significant shifts in the
life of the planet we call our home. They provide points
of connection for our human lives with the Life around
us.
At The Hermitage Cottage we Hermitage mark these occasions
with Seasonal Fire Circles:
Mark this one on your calendar!!
~ Invite a friend and come along! ~
Winter Solstice 2008 *** Sunday 21st December 7~9pm
"The rebirth of the sun.
The birth of the Son."
Many traditions today call our attention to the roots
of Christmas that include and are far older than the story
of Jesus’ birth, traditions of renewal, and the return
of light into a darkened world: the lighting of candles,
evergreens, feasting and generosity -- are echoes of a
past that extends many thousands of years further than
we habitually imagine.
May it continue to blossom into the future further than
we imagine possible as we integrate seasonal wisdom in
our own lives.
:: Blessings Be ::
£10 charge for each Fire Circle Session :: Seasonal
Treats included
RSVP to Sally Taylor at 02897 510232 or email sally.taylor803@btopenworld.com
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Dates Celebrated in the Cycles
of the Year at The Hermitage Cottage:
31 October Samhain (All Hallow's
Eve); The start of winter when traditionally the harvests were
complete and preparations begun for the winter ahead. It is time
to turn inward, kindle the home fires, and tell stories round
the hearth as a way of remembering who we are in this universe.
21 December* Winter Solstice
~ the shortest day of the year asks us each year to live out from
the womb of life in the fertile darkness of winter
1 February Imbolc, (St Brigid’s
Day) ~ marks the beginning of spring in the ancient Celtic Earth
Calendar; marks the return of the first spring bulbs – snowdrops
and crocus; So too does the potential in all life lie begin emerging
at this time. It’s time now to complete preparation for possibilities
in our own lives.
21 March Spring Equinox *
The Dynamic Equilibrum on its way into the lighter longer days
of summer; Honour this moment in the seasonal cycles by pausing
in your daily routines to consider right now this moment you are
inhabiting.
1 May Beltane ~ May Day ~
marks the beginning of summer, and the season with most sunlight
and plant life in its fullest expression
21 June* Summer Solstice Celebration
~ The summer solstice is the moment of longest daylight hours
in the year. It honours the fullness of life, the apex of growth
reached in nature ~ flowers abound! Life IS renewed! It is a time
of honouring the light of the Sun which all life
1 August* Lammas Celebrating
the fruits of the Earth, and beginning the Autumn season
21 September* Autumn Equinox
~ equal time, day and night, heading into the darkness; Pause
to enjoy a moment of dynamic balance amidst the dance of change
that is life on Earth.
31 October Samhain (All Hallow's
Eve) ~ The start of winter when traditionally the harvests were
complete and preparations begun for the winter ahead. It is time
to turn inward, kindle the home fires, and tell stories round
the hearth as a way of remembering who we are in this universe.
21 December Winter Solstice
~ the shortest day of the year asks us each year to live out from
the womb of life in the fertile darkness of winter
*Date varies
between 21st and 23rd of the month.
The
Hermitage Cottage in Co. Down, provides a private ‘retreat’
(self-catering) for individuals and offers workshops and Programmes
on related themes. It sits in a stunning 2 acre garden which is
open to the public seasonally. There is a walking Labyrinth in
the grounds of the Hermitage Cottage available for contemplative
use. A Ceremonial Fire Circle is used to mark seasonal turning
points in Nature. The Hermitage Cottage Yurt (30ft diametre) is
available to hire as a meeting and small classroom space.
Your
hostess at the Hermitage Cottage, Sally Taylor, is a 15 year practitioner
of Tibetan Buddhism. She hosts meditation practice regularly through
the year. As a keen gardener, she tends 20 acres of landscape,
opening her garden to the public seasonally.
She has taught adults and
primary age children, using nature and gardening as an effective
experiential learning tool. She sits on the Executive of the N.
I. Interfaith Forum, and offers spiritual direction.
The Hermitage Cottage, 14
Drumnaconnell Rd., Saintfield, Co. Down BT24 7NB
02897 510232 info@thehermitagecottage.com
www.thehermitagecottage.com
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The Hermitage Cottage
in Co. Down, provides a private ‘retreat’ (self-catering)
for individuals and offers workshops and Programmes on
related themes. It sits in a stunning 2 acre garden which
is open to the public seasonally. There is a walking Labyrinth
in the grounds of the Hermitage Cottage available for
contemplative use. A Ceremonial Fire Circle is used to
mark seasonal turning points in Nature. The Hermitage
Cottage Yurt (30ft diametre) is available to hire as a
meeting and small classroom space from Autumn 2007.
Your hostess at the
Hermitage Cottage, Sally Taylor, is a 15 year practitioner
of Tibetan Buddhism. She hosts meditation practice regularly
through the year. As a keen gardener, she tends 20 acres
of landscape, opening her garden to the public seasonally.
She has taught adults
and primary age children, using nature and gardening as
an effective experiential learning tool. She sits on the
Executive of the N. I. Interfaith Forum, and offers spiritual
direction.
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The
Hermitage Cottage, 14 Drumnaconnell Rd., Saintfield, Co.
Down BT24 7NB
02897
510232 info@thehermitagecottage.com www.thehermitagecottage.com
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