Samhain – "Whispers of the Ancestors: Halloween on the Cornish Coast

Oct. 31, 2025, 6 p.m.

The final turn of the wheel, Samhain, honors the dead and the mysteries of the unseen. The Cornish coast becomes a liminal space, alive with the whispers of ancestors.Rituals and Crafts:Build an ancestral altar with photos, offerings, and candles. Visit ancient burial sites or standing stones, lighting candles to guide the spirits. Perform divination with tarot cards or scrying in a bowl of moonlit water. End with a silent feast, inviting your ancestors to join in spirit.Cornish Connection:Cornwall’s burial mounds and coastal cliffs provide the perfect backdrop for Samhain rituals. The region’s ghost stories and lore align seamlessly with the sabbat’s themes.Final Reflection:Honor the cycles of life and death, embracing the quiet wisdom of the dark season ahead.

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