CELEBRATING THE SUMMER SOLSTICE in style with Louise Muir Sage.
Synonymous with Wiltshire’s iconic Stonehenge, the summer solstice is being celebrated across the northern hemisphere on Sunday 21st June.
Reiki practitioner and founder of crystal emporium Something Kind of Woo, Louise Muir-Sage, is hosting a one-day retreat to mark this highlight of the spiritual calendar.
The summer solstice
The summer solstice is the longest day of the year and marks the official start of summer. This solar event occurs when the earth tilts closest towards the sun, providing the most daylight we’ll experience all year.
‘Spiritually, it’s often seen as a celebration of light, energy, growth and abundance,’ said Louise. ‘It’s a moment to pause and notice how far you’ve come since the darker winter months. For me, it always feels like a powerful energetic turning point. Everything feels brighter, more alive and fuller of possibility.’
In Wiltshire, the summer solstice is ingrained in its ancient landscapes. People have celebrated it for thousands of years.
‘Places like Stonehenge become a focal point every year because, whoever built them, did so with the movement of the sun in mind. Watching the sunrise align with the stones on the solstice is something people travel across the world to experience,’ Louise said.
There’s a real sense here that the land remembers. Wiltshire carries so much history, ritual and connection to nature. And during solstice season you can feel people slowing down and reconnecting with that.’
Kicking summer off
To kick off summer in style, Something Kind of Woo is hosting their summer solstice gathering. It’s designed to help people slow down, reconnect with themselves and embrace the energy of the season.
The event’s an opportunity to reflect on the year so far, connect with others and experience grounding energy. Louise will be working with meditation, intention setting, seasonal energies as well as creating our own smudge sticks using sage.
‘The focus is on creating a welcoming space where people can breathe out for a little while and reconnect with themselves,’ she said.
Also, attendees will see the return of the popular summer solstice box. It contains everything the season represents with crystals, a ritual herb blend, journalling tools, and incense. All chosen with care.
‘The idea behind it is that spirituality doesn’t have to be complicated or intimidating. Sometimes it’s simply lighting a candle, setting an intention and giving yourself ten minutes to breathe.’
When and where
Something Kind of Woo’s Summer Solstice celebration takes place on Sunday 21st June, from 10am to 1pm, in Grittenham, near Brinkworth. Tickets range from £30 for an event pass, to £60 for an event pass and solstice box.
‘Modern life moves so fast that we often forget we’re part of nature too. The solstice invites us to reconnect with the seasons, the sun, our bodies and our energy,’ added Louise.
‘What I love about solstice season is that it reminds us to slow down, step outside, feel the warmth of the sun and reconnect with what actually matters.
Spirituality doesn’t have to look perfect or serious. It can be joyful, gentle, grounding and human. And honestly, I think we could all use a little more of that.’
To find out more or book your place, visit: https://somethingkindofwoo.co.uk/product/summer-solstice-2026/
