Golden Hour – Cacao Ceremony & Sound Bath

Golden Hour – Ceremonial Cacao & Sound Bath

Sunday 26th July | 6.30–8.45pm (please arrive 15 minutes early)
Wadhurst Castle Estate
£40 | £70 for two

Experience the magic of Golden Hour within the beautiful Walled Garden and Carriage Barn at Wadhurst Castle Estate, as day gently melts into evening.
As summer reaches its height and the gardens are in full bloom, you’re invited to join us for a nourishing evening of ceremonial cacao, immersive sound, seasonal connection, and deep rest.

Set against the stunning backdrop of the castle, this special gathering embraces the soft golden light of a summer evening, a time to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself and the rhythms of nature.

Held between the enchanting Walled Garden and the characterful Carriage Barn, the evening begins with a heart-opening ceremonial cacao experience before unfolding into a deeply restorative sound bath.

**The evening is designed to unfold in the enchanting Walled Garden, where both the ceremonial cacao and immersive sound bath will be experienced beneath the open sky, surrounded by fragrant seasonal blooms and the golden light of a summer evening. It’s a beautiful opportunity to connect with nature and savour the abundance of the season.

If the weather invites us indoors, we’ll move seamlessly into the inviting, spacious, air-conditioned Carriage Barn. With its warm ambience, beautiful acoustics and elegant surroundings, it provides an equally beautiful setting for the cacao ceremony, sound bath and all of our seasonal practices, ensuring the experience remains every bit as magical, nurturing and immersive **

There is time to arrive, settle into the space, and simply be. You may choose an oracle card, spend a few quiet moments journalling, or simply enjoy the beauty and stillness of your surroundings as the evening gently unfolds.

At the heart of the evening is ceremonial-grade Criollo cacao, a gentle yet powerful plant ally. Rich in antioxidants and naturally containing theobromine and magnesium, cacao is known to support mood, circulation, and a subtle sense of openness, often felt as clarity, warmth, and a softening into the heart.

Prepared with care using high-quality organic ingredients and served in brightly coloured ceramic cups, this becomes more than a drink—it becomes a ritual. A moment to slow down, soften, and receive.

As we gather together, you’ll be guided through gentle practices designed to help you reconnect with your body, your breath, and the abundance of the season. Accompanied by the steady heartbeat of the drum, there will be space for intention setting, reflection, and simply being present with whatever arises.

As the evening deepens, we move into the warmth and shelter of the Carriage Barn (or remain there if the weather has invited us indoors) for a deeply immersive sound bath.

Lying back in comfort, you’ll be bathed in layered tones from Crystal Tones® singing bowls, Paiste gong, shamanic and ocean drums, native-style flute, gentle percussion, and soft vocals. These rich vibrations create a cocoon-like soundscape that supports deep relaxation, integration, and restoration.
The experience becomes one of renewal and rest, allowing the body to soften, the mind to quieten, and the nervous system to settle into a deeper state of ease.

*Highlights & Flow *

Arrival & Settling
Oracle Cards
Ceremonial Cacao Ritual
Vocal Toning with Shruti
Intention Setting
Optional Journal Prompts
Drum-Led Nature Connection Practice
Immersive Sound Bath
Closing Reflection

Unhurried and deeply nourishing, this is an opportunity to honour the abundance of midsummer and the magic of Golden Hour – a season of growth, beauty, warmth, and light.

Whether you’re seeking stillness, clarity, restoration, or simply a few hours to reconnect with yourself, you’ll be guided in a way that feels grounded, spacious, and supportive.