Avalon Priestess Training
with SOPHIE BASHFORD
a 6-NIGHT all-inclusive retreat in wales, uk
2027 DATES - TBC SOON
The Temple of the Avalon Priestesses
"Ancient prophesies have spoken of the return of the Priestesses...The purpose of these Priestesses returning to Earth is to re-establish the primacy of Goddess consciousness.
It is to bring back the treasures of the divine feminine soul, through working in the role of Priestess. It is to join again with a soul family or group who have known each other in previous incarnations."
- Chapter One, Avalon Priestess Training Practitioner Handbook by Sophie Bashford
Being drawn to return to The Avalon Priestess Temple is a deep calling. It's a message from your feminine soul asking you to take a guided, sincere step into becoming a light for the world.
The Nine Priestesses of Avalon are leading you back to their temple of intuitive power, sacred silence and divine initiation.In the circle of nine, they vibrate with universal feminine symbolism and mythos, calling through the ages the songs of the oracles, the seers, the visionaries and the prophetesses.
This immersive in-person training will guide you along an initiatory path. You'll move through spiritually symbolic gateways that awaken and anchor your intuitive feminine skills.
In The Avalon Priestess Training you'll learn how to:
On completion of the training you'll be prepared to give uplifting intuitive healing and oracle card sessions for others in a professional manner. You'll be fully initiated in the Chalice Light Energy Healing modality and instructed on how to give beautiful energy healing sessions. After you return home from the in-person Training, you'll practice your energy healing skills by undertaking six Practice Sessions, receiving personal feedback on these case studies from Sophie. This Training will also prepare you to hold devotional healing circles working with divine feminine Avalon light.
You'll receive close instruction and support from Sophie, an internationally-renowned intuitive practitioner with over 15 years experience working intensively in the intuitive healing arts.
The Avalon Priestess Training is for you if you:
What is Chalice Healing Light?
Chalice Healing Light is a divine feminine energy healing modality that was given to Sophie from the Avalon Priestesses and the mystic realms of Avalon. It's linked to the Chalice Well in Glastonbury and the ley lines of Mother Mary and Archangel Michael that converge in this area.
Once initiated in Chalice Healing Light you can use this gentle healing energy in a similar way to Reiki. It can be used alone as an energy healing treatment, or used alongside other complementary therapies such as massage or acupuncture. You can also use Chalice Healing Light on buildings and areas of land.
Chalice Healing Light is:
Post-Retreat Practice Sessions
To gain your Chalice Light Energy Healing certificate, you'll complete six Practice Sessions within three months, with friends or family members. Detailed instructions and support will be supplied after the retreat, and you'll receive personal written feedback from Sophie on your case study notes.
Previous Avalon Training participants have found that this post-retreat practice has been invaluable for cementing their understanding and gaining confidence in their healing skills.
Feel confident and prepared to share your inner gifts
On successful completion of the Training, you'll feel confident to conduct intuitive healing and guidance sessions for others in a professional manner.
You'll be inspired to give transformative oracle card readings that go beyond the written information on the cards, opening the doors to deeper insights and intuitive observations.
You'll be able to offer Chalice Healing Light, a unique energy healing modality that flows directly from the Avalon Priestess lineage and divine feminine source.
You'll be prepared to hold devotional circles and groups guided and protected by the Avalon Priestesses, in which sacred feminine Avalon light can be offered as a healing gift.
By entering the Temple of the Avalon Priestesses and for this training, you'll feel the enormous benefit of this ancient healing wisdom for yourself and for others. It will give you the solid foundation from which to share this precious awakening tool for the sacred feminine soul.
Your Training
Join Sophie and her trusted retreat team on an exclusive week-long training in the idyllic Welsh countryside.
Wales holds powerful links to the spirit of Avalon. Ancient Welsh lore speaks of Merlin, King Arthur, the Holy Grail and of course, the Nine Priestesses of Avalon.
The energy of Celtic goddesses vibrates through the valleys and flows along the sparkling rivers and streams.
To prepare for your immersive six-night training, you'll attend at least one of the two online Welcome Workshops held by Sophie in late Summer and Early Autumn 2026.
Welcome Workshop One
Date TBC August 2026 5.00-6.30pm GMT ON ZOOM
Welcome Workshop Two
Date TBC September 2026 5.00-6.30pm GMT ON ZOOM
The Avalon Priestess Retreat
Dates TBC Autumn 2026 RESIDENTIAL IN WALES, UK
Inside the Avalon Priestess Training you'll receive:
Session themes
On this sacred feminine Priestess training, you'll receive intensive teaching and both spiritual and practical guidance on topics including:
How to be a Priestess in the Modern World
Giving Energy Healing with Avalon Light (including practice sessions)
Oracle Card Readings (including practice sessions)
Creating Safe and Sacred Space
Deep Cellular Healing of Past-Life Healer Wounds - and much more!
My work with the group is deeply intuitive, and I'll tune in each day to what's needed for your unique Priestess soul to heal and expand.
The Retreat Week
At Garth Barns in rural Wales
We start the week with a beautiful Opening Ceremony to open the spiritual gateway of our retreat. The programme unfolds gently so you can make the transition from the outside world to the mystical inner realms of the Avalon Priestess with ease.
Through guided morning and afternoon sessions in the warm, spacious yoga shala (our Avalon Temple) you'll experience a blend of spiritual, meditative and energy-based work balanced with group sharing, enjoyable practical exercises and informative talks.
Some of our sessions will include deep spiritual initiations by the Avalon Priestesses. You'll have plenty of time for integration and relaxation.
The team
In the Avalon Temple space, Sophie will be accompanied in every session by Retreat Support Manager, Karen Godfrey and Retreat Support Assistant, Anne Britt Bellstedt.
Karen is a master Reiki practitioner and divine feminine healer with many years of experience supporting Sophie's retreat groups. Her intuitive, caring approach is second to none. Additional energetic support and morning and evening meditation/integration sessions will be offered by Anne Britt Bellstedt, an experienced Retreat Support Assistant and devoted divine feminine healer.
At Garth Barns, Lucy and Rowan the attentive and welcoming retreat team will be on hand to help you with any practical and logistical needs.
What you get
Sample Programme
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Wednesday - Arrival Day
Arrive from 4.00pm and settle in
7.30pm Welcome dinner & informal introduction from Sophie
Social & relaxation time
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Thursday
8.30am Breakfast
10.00am Opening Ceremony
11.00am Tea & coffee break
11.30am-1.00pm Morning session
1.00pm Lunch
2.30pm-4.30pm Afternoon Session
Rest and integration time
7.00pm Dinner
Social & relaxation time
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Friday/Saturday/Sunday
8.15am Optional morning meditation
8.45am Breakfast
10.00am-1.00pm Morning session (with tea & coffee break)
1.00pm Lunch
2.30pm-5.00pm Afternoon session
5.00-7.00pm Integration time/optional evening meditation
7.00pm Dinner
Social & relaxation time
Monday
8.45am Breakfast
10.00am Closing Ceremony & Completion
1.00pm Lunch
2.30-5.30pm Guided nature walk/massages/ relaxation and integration time
7.00pm Farewell & celebration dinner
Tuesday - Departure Day
Check out at 10am
About the retreat venue
Garth Barns retreat venue is set on 200 acres of farmland with extensive views and plenty of walks in the hills and valleys right from the doorstep.
There's a small private lake for swimming during warmer weather. Owls, woodpeckers, buzzards, nuthatches, woodcock and redstarts are resident and red kites, ducks and swans are regular visitors.
The barns surround the old farmyard, now a lovely landscaped space with gardens, a stream and a campfire area with log seating.
Underfloor heating and log burners ensure the barns and house are always super-cosy. Heating is from renewable biomass and drinking water is from the farm's own pure spring water source.
The farmhouse kitchen is a warm, inviting hub where delicious homemade meals are eaten together. There's also a comfortable lounge for relaxing in the evening.
Accommodation
The beautiful barn conversions and farmhouse are finished to a high standard with single and sharing rooms available. All rooms have ensuite bathroom facilities. To secure a single room, early booking is advisable.
Food
Our hosts are experienced caterers for holistic events, and the food is lovingly home-cooked, healthy and balanced, locally sourced & seasonal.
A freshly-prepared vegetarian lunch and dinner is provided each day with plenty of vegetables, salads, soups and a large healthy breakfast with a choice of fresh fruit, yogurt, muesli, eggs, porridge, pancakes and so on. Homemade cakes are served in the afternoon and tea, coffee, biscuits and fruit are freely available throughout the day.
Location
Garth Barns Y Fan, Llanidloes, Powys, Wales, SY18 6NN, UK
Travel
Options for getting to Garth Barns:
- Fly into Birmingham (closest airport to the venue), Manchester or London airports
- Take the train with Transport For Wales to Caersws, the local rail station, just 10 mins from Garth Barns
- Be picked up by taxi at Caersws and transferred to the venue
- If you're driving, we'll give you directions.
Train travel
The local train station is called Caersws. If you're flying into the UK, Birmingham airport is the closest to the venue with direct trains to Caersws.
Below is a rough guide to trains - please check Trainline.com for up to date details.
- From Birmingham New Street station: direct trains to Caersws, journey time approx. 1hr 52.
- From Manchester Piccadilly station: usually 1 change at Shrewsbury, journey time approx. 2hrs 45.
- From London Euston station: usually 1 change at Birmingham International, journey time approx. 3hrs 35
We are happy to answer any questions you may have about your travel arrangements.
Check in at Garth Barns for the 2025 retreat is from 4pm on Wednesday 24th September and check out is 10am Tuesday 30th September.
FAQ
All-Inclusive Prices
Prices include all tuition from Sophie & team and a 6-night retreat stay. All meals, snacks & non-alcoholic beverages are included.
Single occupancy
Single occupancy bedroom with ensuite bathroom
Instalment plan available on request. Please email moontemple@sophiebashford.com
To secure your place, pay the deposit (NON-REFUNDABLE).
Shared occupancy
Twin bed occupancy room with ensuite bathroom
Instalment plans available on request. Please email moontemple@sophiebashford.com
To secure your place, pay the deposit (NON-REFUNDABLE).
PRICES & BALANCE PAYMENTS
- To secure your place, pay a non-refundable or transferable deposit of £555. This deposit will be deducted from your final balance.
- Final balances must be paid in full by 25th July 2025.
- If booking after 31st May, alternative instalment plans may be available on request. Full balances must be paid by July 25th 2025.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Group numbers are limited to a maximum of 14 participants. Attendance for the entire retreat and at least one of the preparatory online sessions is required.
Prices don't include travel costs and insurance, taxi transfers from Caersws station or extras such as excursions, massage treatments and alcoholic drinks.
Taxi transfer prices (short journey from Caersws station)
1-4 persons sharing - £15 approx. each way, divided by number of passengers
4-6 persons sharing - £20 approx. each way, divided by number of passengers
CANCELLATION POLICY
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