A restorative Gong Bath

Gong Bath at Rockwater, Branksome Chine

Welcoming the Full Moon, embracing the stillness of late autumn

Date: Monday 23rd November 2026

Time: 18:15 arrival for 18:30 start

Location: Rockwater Branksome, inside upstairs

As we gather in late November, the landscape has settled into the quiet stillness of late autumn. The trees have largely released their leaves, the evenings arrive early, and nature gently reminds us that periods of rest are just as essential as times of growth. We are now moving through the season between Samhain and the Winter Solstice, a time on the Wheel of the Year traditionally associated with reflection, inner wisdom and preparing for the gradual return of the light.

This Gong Bath offers a peaceful sanctuary from the pace of everyday life—a chance to slow down, settle the nervous system and reconnect with yourself as the darker months invite deeper rest and renewal.

On 23rd November, we gather beneath the energy of the Full Moon, which reaches its peak during the afternoon at around 2:53 pm. By the time we meet, the Moon will be almost fully illuminated and shining brightly in the evening sky, having risen at approximately 2:55 pm, while the sun sets at around 4:11 pm, allowing us to begin our journey under the light of the Full Moon.

The Full Moon is traditionally associated with illumination, gratitude and completion. It invites us to pause, acknowledge how far we have travelled throughout the year, celebrate what has come to fruition, and gently release anything we no longer need to carry forward. Having recently entered Sagittarius season, there is also an invitation to broaden our perspective, reconnect with our deeper purpose and look towards the future with openness, optimism and trust.

This Gong Bath will gently support:

Deep relaxation and nervous system restoration

Releasing stress, tension and emotional heaviness

Reflecting on the wisdom and lessons of the year

Cultivating gratitude for all that has come to fruition

Creating space for inner peace, hope and renewed perspective

Bathed in the immersive resonance of the gongs, you are invited to soften, settle and simply receive. Allow the sound to guide you beyond the activity of the mind into a place of spaciousness, stillness and deep rest.

You may wish to reflect on:

What has reached completion in my life this year?

What wisdom have I gathered through the changing seasons?

What intentions would I like to nurture as we move towards the Winter Solstice?

Come as you are.

Lie down.

Receive.

Allow the sound to carry you into stillness, gratitude and gentle renewal as we gather beneath the Full Moon and embrace the quiet wisdom of late autumn.

Please come in comfortable clothing and bring a mat, yoga mat or other, blankets, cushions and pillows to create a cosy nest in which to fully relax.

Timings

18:15 – Arrival and time to create your comfy nest

18:30 – Gong Bath experience

19:30 – Time and space to ground, reflect and gently return

20:00 – Float peacefully into your evening

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