A Moment to Pause
A Special Solstice Ceremony for Mamas
Dear Mama,
Something special happens on the Summer Solstice.
The sun lingers at its peak, the longest and most luminous day of the year. And then, slowly, beautifully... it begins to soften.
This is the moment we gather. Not to rush. Not to perform. But to arrive in nature, in stillness, in each other's company, and to let the longest day hold us for just a little while.
Join me at the edge of the gorgeous Lough Bray in the Dublin Mountains for an evening ceremony unlike anything else. We will move, we will breathe, we will let go and yes, we will absolutely be getting in that lake.
(It's Ireland. She's cold. She's glorious. You won't regret it.)
What We'll Do Together
An intimate evening unfolding in the magic of the longest dusk:
A short walk to settle into the landscape and leave the day behind
Meditation, dropping in, landing, exhaling all the things
Nature embodiment, letting the mountain do what it does (it really does something)
Release ceremony, journalling what no longer serves you, then burning it in the fire. Yes, literally. Watched it turn to ash and felt lighter? That's the plan.
Lake dip / swim, the ultimate reset. Cold, clear, alive.
Hot chocolate and tea to warm up and come back to earth
Honest and open mama chats in the oncoming dusk, because some of the best conversations happen when the world goes golden and quiet.
Book Your Spot
Sun 21 June | Solstice Ceremony | 8:30–10:30pm | Lough Bray | €21 |
Spaces are limited. This is an intimate gathering by design.
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Join me for a sunset Solstice Ceremony and dip in the lake under the summer sky at Lough Bray. It's going to be something different and something magical. Can't wait to be there with you - save the date!
Please read notes below for info on suitability for children, dogs, buggies and pregnant mamas before you book - thank you!
Why Solstice? Why Now?
The solstice is a threshold.
The peak of light and the turning point. After tonight, the days begin to shorten, slowly, gently. And there is something ancient and wise about marking that. About pausing at the height of the year and asking: what do I want to carry forward, and what am I finally ready to put down?
As mothers, we carry A LOT. This is your invitation to set some of it on fire. Figuratively. Also literally.
The Details
Date: Sunday, 21st June 2026 Time: 8:30 to 10:30pm Location: Lough Bray, Dublin Mountains Price: €21
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What to Bring
Swimwear and a towel (you are doing this, believe in yourself)
Warm layers for after the dip, the dusk gets chilly even in June
A journal or notebook for the release ceremony (extras available on the day
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Can't wait to stand at the edge of that lake with you, mama.
With love and a towel, Eliane
What mamas are saying about my Forest Walkshops…
“Wonderfully organised, amazing group (& fabulous scones!).
Highly recommended.”
— Forest Walkshop mama, 2025“Absolutely cathartic, cleansing & all around amazing experience today Eliane,
Thank You.”
— Forest Walkshop mama, 2025“There was a nice balance of elements, enough to make me feel comfortable, relaxed and ‘in the moment’.”
— Forest Walkshop mama, 2025