Ellasfield Events
Find Inner Peace with Cacao, Yoga, Sound & Movement

Sacred Gatherings & Seasonal Rituals
at Ellasfield

Immerse yourself in our curated calendar of events, ranging from heart-opening cacao ceremonies and restorative yoga to communal singing and sacred women's circles.

Each gathering at our West Sussex sanctuary is designed to foster deep connection, offering you the space to move, breathe, and celebrate within a nurturing community.

Discover a transformative journey through movement, sound, and ritual, guided by experienced practitioners in the heart of nature.

  • A wonderful experience. Soul searching, mood enhancing and a positive life changing perspective. Kim and Lee are exceptional hosts, fabulous food and accommodation, no detail overlooked and all homemade. The love and care that went into the whole experience could not have been more evident. They are truly passionate about what they do and delight in sharing it with others. The facilities are fabulous - sauna, wood fired hot tub and pond were just perfect as was our sleeping accommodation. All exceptionally clean and well looked after. We came away refreshed, relaxed and revitalised. Highly recommended.

    Corina Eastman

  • We had the most incredible private retreat at Ellasfield for my sister-in-law’s “zen” do. Kim was great at getting everything organised and communicated before that day, so we were confident it was going to be a beautiful day. Even so, it far exceeded all of our expectations - from the cacao ceremony, yoga, countryside spa, lunch (the homemade salads were huge & delicious!) and intention setting. The little touches really made it too, like the little treats to take away. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend to anyone - thank you Kim & Lee!

    Lauren

  • Had a great experience today at Ellasfield. The host Kim was really friendly and welcoming when I arrived. Made me feel at easy throughout the ceremony. It was very much needed at this stage in my life, it gave me a real insight to me and direction I need to take. The cacao was truly amazing and an experience you can’t describe with words. As nothing could explain what comes from the ceremony more than living it in person. I highly recommend every part of it, great location, great experience for mind body and soul. But over all, the host truly makes it all magical. Don’t hesitate in booking, you will not regret it, the only thing you will regret is, not doing it sooner.

    Darren Dumigan

restorative yoga
By Kim Bryant

Experience deep rest and rejuvenation with restorative yoga at Ellasfield, where you are gently guided through supported postures designed to soothe the nervous system and quiet the mind. Led by trauma-informed instructor Kim Bryant, these sessions create a sanctuary of stillness in the heart of the West Sussex countryside. By using cosy props like bolsters and blankets, you are invited to release deeply held tension and return to your natural state of peace.

£15.00 per session (includes £1.00 booking fee)

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CACAO CEREMONY AND ‘FLOW DANCE MEDITATION’ By Kim Bryant

This immersive four-hour journey at Ellasfield begins with a sacred Cacao Ceremony, using organic, heirloom cacao to gently open the heart and ground your energy in the tranquil West Sussex countryside. Guided by Kim Bryant, you will transition into Flow Dance Meditation, a free-moving practice designed to help you release tension and discover a state of bliss through intuitive, unchoreographed movement. The experience concludes with a transformative Fire Ceremony to release old patterns, followed by restorative time in the sauna with warming teas.

£56.00 (includes £1.00 booking fee)

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Paws & Pause A Retreat Day for You & Your Dog

June 20th · 10:00–15:00

Step away from the noise and into a slower, more mindful day with your dog.

Join us at Ellasfield for Paws & Pause, a calm and beautifully curated retreat-style experience set within the peaceful Sussex countryside.

This is not a busy dog event, but a space to soften, reconnect, and enjoy time together in a more intentional way.

What to expect

Move through the day at your own pace and enjoy a series of gentle, drop-in experiences tbc, including:

  • Dog massage & calming touch

  • Behaviour & connection guidance

  • Wellness & nutrition inspiration

  • A relaxed charcuterie & “barkcuterie” picnic

  • Time to explore our dog-friendly shepherd’s hut

The shepherd’s hut

At the heart of the day is the opportunity to step inside our dog-friendly shepherd’s hut — a space designed for rest, digital detox, and simple, nourishing living.

Take a moment to pause, settle in, and experience what it feels like to truly switch off, with your dog by your side.

A calm, open-flow experience

Guests are welcome to arrive at their selected time and move through the day freely. There is no fixed schedule — simply a gentle rhythm, allowing you to explore, rest, and enjoy the space in your own way.

Details

📍 Ellasfield,  Kettlesbridge Farm, West Chiltington Lane, Billingshurst, RH14 9DN

🗓 Saturday, 20th June

🕰 10:00 – 15:00 (arrival slots allocated)

🎟 Complimentary to attend · booking required

Reserve your place

We are keeping the day intentionally small and curated.

Please select your preferred arrival time below to register.

A final note

This is a space to slow down, breathe, and enjoy a quieter kind of day — one that you and your dog can truly share.

Complimentary to attend · booking required

CACAo CEREMONY with kirtan By Kim Bryant + GRATIA CHURCHILL

Gather at Ellasfield for a soulful Cacao Ceremony with Kirtan, a collaborative heart-opening experience led by Kim Bryant and Gratia Churchill. This session combines the gentle, grounding properties of ceremonial-grade cacao with the transformative power of devotional chanting and music. Set within our serene West Sussex sanctuary, this gathering invites you to quiet the mind, connect with community, and elevate your spirit through sacred sound.

£56.00 per session (includes £1.00 booking fee)

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WHERE WOMEN GATHER CIRCLES 

I created 'Where Women Gather', where you can find that little piece of sacred time in the company of women sitting in a circle and feel the power of this shared experience. Deepen your connection and trust in the healing wisdom surrounding us, Mama Cacao, Mother Earth and each other. Gathering with other like-minded women to share stories and support each other through life is an enriching and uplifting experience. Women have been gathering at Ellasfield in this way for three years; some drop in and out, and others continue have been in circle with me for 30 months!

What will you experience?

During our time together, we create a sacred container through ceremony. We drink Cacao, share with each other, and listen deeply with no interruption. We enjoy music inspired by the moment and learn practices to soothe the nervous system; we rest by the fireside, craft intentions for ourselves and Mother Earth, and experience shamanic healing wisdom through drum, feather, and voice to clear blocked energies and bring a sense of lightness and balance.

Whether you gather with friends for a private cacao and ceremony experience or join our monthly women's circles nestled in the West Sussex countryside, my promise is authenticity, integrity, and the opportunity to experience the following:

  • Deepen your connection with Cacao through Ceremony

  • Reconnect with Mother Earth and her cycles, the energy of the moon, the elements, and the medicine wheel.

  • Join a transformative journey of self-discovery and a deep remembering of your inner wise woman

  • Restorative Yoga and Guided Meditation

  • Fire Ceremony with Intention Setting

  • Sharing and Deep Listening in Community

Join me in creating a long-forgotten sisterhood that once was the lifeblood of our well-being, where deep listening, hugs, and honesty fostered personal growth and a sense of wholeness. This is an opportunity to unfold a deep inner knowing that we are never alone, always connected to each other and to something greater that guides us forward with love.

Big love, Kim x

FIRST ROUND ‘WHERE WOMEN GATHER’ CIRCLES (FULLY BOOKED)

2026

February 2nd: 7-9pm

March 3rd: 7-9pm

April 2nd: 7-9pm

May 1st: 7-9pm

May 31st: 7-9pm

£125.00 All Five Ceremonies

FIRST ROUND ‘WHERE WOMEN GATHER’ CIRCLES (NOW OPEN FOR BOOKINGS)

June 30th: 7-9pm

July 25th: 7-9pm

August 28th: 7-9pm

September 26th: 7-9pm

October 26th: 7-9pm

£125 All Five Ceremonies

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