The Wheel of the Year
The eight festivals of the year, from Samhain and Yule to Beltane and Lughnasadh, kept by people of many paths. Their history and dates, the crystals that suit each season, a crystal grid for every festival and simple ways to mark each turning of the year at home.
Moon dates, gates and timings are written for the year shown on each guide. Earlier guides stay here for reference.
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Samhain 2026: The Date, the Sky and a Gentle Fortnight Ritual
Samhain 2026 falls on Saturday 31 October. The dates, the waning Moon, astronomical Samhain on 7 November and a gentle fortnight ritual…
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Best Crystals For Beltane 2026
Discover the best crystals for Beltane 2026. Carnelian, Rose Quartz, Moonstone and Citrine for the Full Flower Moon in Scorpio.
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How to Build a Beltane Altar 2026
Step by step guide to building a Beltane altar for the 2026 Full Flower Moon. Crystals, candles, herbs, ritual waters, and sacred…
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Yule Meaning: History, Traditions and a Ritual for the Longest Night
Yule meaning explained: the honest history of the winter solstice festival, how to say it, crystals for your altar and a gentle…
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Wheel of the Year Crystal Grid: Anchoring Samhain Energy
Samhain marks the true beginning of the dark half of the year. It is a moment when the vibrant energy of the…
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Wheel of the Year Crystal Grid: Anchoring Yule Energy
As the wheel turns to the Winter Solstice we reach the longest night of the year. Discover how to use a stable…
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Wheel of the Year: The Imbolc Crystal Grid and the Science of Awakening
As the wheel turns to Imbolc we reach the beautiful moment of the quickening. Discover how to use a stable frequency lattice…
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Wheel of the Year Crystal Grid: Anchoring Ostara Balance
As the wheel turns to Ostara we reach the vibrant moment of the Spring Equinox. Discover how to use a stable frequency…
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Wheel of the Year Crystal Grid: Anchoring Beltane Fire
As the wheel turns to Beltane we reach the passionate peak of the spring. Discover how to use a stable frequency lattice…
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Wheel of the Year Crystal Grid: Anchoring Litha Radiance
A Litha crystal grid for the summer solstice, the longest day and the height of the sun.
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Wheel of the Year Crystal Grid: Anchoring Lammas Harvest
As the wheel turns to Lammas we reach the beautiful moment of the first harvest. Discover how to use a stable frequency…
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Mabon Grids for the Autumn Equinox
As the wheel turns to Mabon, we shift from growth to gratitude. Discover how to use a stable frequency lattice to anchor…