As the winter season approaches, many communities across the North of England are preparing for a wide variety of Pagan events, celebrations, and gatherings. From Yule Moots to Winter Solstice ceremonies, these events offer a chance for people to connect, celebrate, and deepen their spiritual practices. Below is a detailed list of notable upcoming events for December 2024 through February 2025, each offering its own unique experience for those interested in Pagan traditions.
Pagan Moots and Meetups
Yule Moot York
Date & Time: Sunday, 22nd December 2024 at 12:00
Location: Black Swan Inn, 23 Peasholme Green, York, YO1 7PR
Host: Steve Jones
More Info: West Yorkshire Pagan Meetup, Wakefield Pagan Moot Facebook
Contact: paganjones7@compuserve.com
Wakefield Pagan Moot
Date & Time: Sunday, 5th January 2025 at 12:00pm (Recurring: 1st Sunday of the month)
Location: The Polka Hop Pub, Wakefield
Details: No outdoor seating; pub setting; 18+ only; no Pagan Federation affiliation; pet friendly.
Morley Moot
Date & Time: Tuesday, 28th January 2025 at 19:30pm (Recurring: 4th Tuesday of the month)
Location: Morley Working Men’s Club, LS27 9EH
Details: £2 donation for running costs; cash-only bar; family friendly, accessible with stair lift; no pets.
Hull Pagans Monthly Pub Moot
Date & Time: Monday, 6th January 2025 at 20:00pm (Recurring: 1st Monday of the month)
Location: St Johns Hotel, Queens Rd, Hull HU5 2PY
Details: Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult; accessible venue; pet friendly.
Durham Pagan Moot: Meaning of Life
Date & Time: Tuesday, 4th February 2025 from 19:00-22:00pm (Recurring: 1st Tuesday of each month)
Location: Head of Steam, 3 North Rd, Durham DH1 4RZ
Details: 18+ only; upstairs venue (no lift); family friendly but age-restricted; pet friendly.
Nidd Pagan Moot
Date & Time: 15th December 2025 at 12:00 (Recurring: 3rd Friday of the month at 19:30)
Location: The Cross Keys, 17 Cheapside, Knaresborough HG5 8AX
Details: Family friendly, accessible, and pet friendly; no Pagan Federation affiliation.
Kendal Pagan Moot
Date & Time: Sunday, 15th December 2024 from 13:00-17:00 (Not recurring)
Location: Duende Coffeehouse, Unit 7 Blackhall Yard, Kendal LA9 4LU
Details: No outdoor seating; pet friendly; no Pagan Federation affiliation.
Carlisle Pagan Mabon Moot
Date & Time: Sunday, 15th December 2024 at 13:00 (Not recurring)
Location: Cakes & Ale, 17-19 Castle St, Carlisle CA3 8SY
Details: Family friendly; accessible via garden entrance (staff assistance required); pet friendly.
Winter Solstice and Yule Events
Jarrow Hall Winter Festival
Date & Time: Saturday, 14th December 2024 from 12:00-16:00
Location: Jarrow Hall: Anglo-Saxon Farm, Church Bank, Jarrow NE32 3DY
More Info: Jarrow Hall Facebook Event
Leodis Pagan Circle Yule Party
Date & Time: Sunday, 15th December 2024 from 13:00-16:30
Location: West Leeds Activity Centre, Lenhurst Ave, Leeds LS12 2RE
More Info: Leodis Pagan Circle Facebook
Yule Bardic Evening
Date & Time: Tuesday, 17th December 2024 at 19:30 for a 20:00 start
Location: The Swan Pub, 86 Wood St, Liverpool L1 4DQ
More Info: Yule Bardic Evening Facebook
Mummers Winter Ceilidh, Storytellers Streetband
Date & Time: Wednesday, 18th December 2024 from 19:30-21:30
Location: Star and Shadow Theatre, 210 Warwick Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 1BB
More Info: Mummers Ceilidh Event
Winter Solstice/ Yule Women's Circle
Date & Time: Thursday, 19th December 2024 from 18:30-20:30
Location: West Denton Association, Hillhead Rd, West Denton, Newcastle upon Tyne NE5 1DN
More Info: Enlightened Mindful Journeys Facebook Event
A Special Winter Solstice Gathering
Date & Time: Friday, 20th December 2024 from 10:30-15:00
Location: The Monastery Manchester, 89 Gorton Lane, Manchester, M12 5WF
More Info: The Monastery Facebook Event
Calling Back the Light - A Winter Solstice Celebration
Date & Time: Friday, 20th December 2024 (Online event)
More Info: The Way of the Buzzard
Drumming Up the Winter Solstice Sun - 2nd Anniversary Event
Date & Time: Saturday, 21st December 2024 at 08:10 for Sunrise at 08:21
Location: Sandal Castle, Manygates Ln, Sandal, Wakefield WF2 7DS
More Info: The Healing Forest Therapies
Yule Festive Fun
Date & Time: Saturday, 21st December 2024 from 17:00-22:00
Location: Wild Spirit Woods, Congleton, East Cheshire
More Info: Wild Spirit Woods Yule Event
Winter Solstice Fire Activation
Date & Time: Saturday, 21st December 2024 from 16:00-20:30
Location: Rift House Community Centre, 7 Chesterton Rd, Hartlepool TS25 4LG
More Info: The Flame Within Facebook
Wassaill With Us
Date & Time: Sunday, 5th January 2025 at 14:00
Location: The Cumberland Arms, James Place Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 1LD
More Info: Wassaill With Us Event
Upcoming Pagan Festivals and Gatherings
Paganfest Music Festival
Date & Time: Saturday, 18th January 2025 at 17:00
Location: Victoria Warehouse, Trafford Wharf Rd, Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M17 1AB
More Info: North West Heathens Facebook Event
Wolf and Witch Market
Date & Time: Sunday, 23rd February 2025 from 16:00-21:00
Location: Dormans Club, Oxford Road, Linthorpe, Middlesbrough, TS5 5DT
More Info: Wolf and Witch Market Facebook Event
2025 Asatru UK Jorvik Event
Date & Time: Thursday, 20th February 2025 at 12:00 to Sunday, 23rd February 2025 at 17:00
Location: Jorvik YHA Meeting Rooms, York, YO30 6LP
More Info: Asatru UK Website
This list highlights just some of the many Pagan events happening in the coming months. Whether you're looking for a casual meetup, a family-friendly gathering, or a spiritually significant festival, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this winter season.
This list was compiled by Tamsin our Moots/Events Coordinator. If you would like your event/moot advertised with us, email us at: pagansofthenorth@gmail.com
Comments