Philip Carr-Gomm
Embark on a pilgrimage through ancient sites of myth and ritual — from sacred wells and stone circles to groves and burial mounds — to awaken seven gifts within your energy centers.
Develop the ability to tune in to both your inner landscape and the outer environment, and discover how your body and the Earth mirror and guide one another.
Do you ever feel like life is rushing past you — leaving you unmoored, disconnected, and hungry for meaning?
The Druids understood how to step back into rhythm with the Earth, the seasons, and the stories that give life depth. By walking their path, you can rediscover a slower pace and better connect to the Earth, the ancestors, and the flow of life itself.
These ancient teachings remain a living path of renewal, offering you stability in times of change, creative inspiration when your well runs dry, and a deeper communion with the sacred, says Philip Carr-Gomm, one of the world’s most respected Druid teachers and the author of Druid Mysteries and Sacred Places.
Experience a 7-module pilgrimage through the sacred landscapes once known as “Merlin’s Isle.” You’ll journey across Wales, Ireland, Scotland, and England — in immersive inner explorations — to holy wells, stone circles, sacred groves, dolmens, caves, and five holy mountains of Wales. Each site resonates with an energy center of your body, revealing how the land and your inner being mirror and awaken one another.
In the embodied spiritual way of Druidry, the land itself energizes, heals, and inspires. You and the Earth share a deep and ancient bond, and when you make that bond conscious, you awaken life-force energy the Druids called Nwyfre and open to the flowing inspiration known as Awen.
Philip began studying Druidry at the age of 16 and went on to lead the world’s largest Druid group, the Order of Bards, Ovates & Druids, for over 30 years. He’s the author of more than 20 books, the co-creator of four oracle decks, a psychotherapist, and founder of the Sophrology Institute. With his rare ability to weave together ancient lore, psychology, and spirituality, Philip offers teachings that are both timeless and deeply relevant to modern seekers.
This 7-module pilgrimage is aligned with the Druid Wheel of the Year, beginning at Samhain with a ritual of honoring the ancestors at Newgrange and continuing through each seasonal festival.
Each session brings you into resonance with a different energy center, referred to as cauldrons in Celtic teachings and as chakras in Eastern teachings. Through guided visioning, seasonal ritual, myth, and story, you’ll activate each center.
You’ll drink from the sacred wells of creativity at Chalice Well and Aqua Sulis, stand within the Ring of Brodgar to gather strength and courage with Brighid at Imbolc, and sit beneath the yews of Kingley Vale to awaken love and harmony at the Equinox.
You’ll also enter King Arthur’s Cave to free your authentic voice at Beltane, spiral to the summit of Silbury Hill to gain vision at the Summer Solstice, and finally ascend five holy mountains in Wales at Lughnasadh to receive illumination and communion with Spirit.
Along the way, you’ll encounter epic myths and figures, lovers who transcend death, giants who walk the land, goddesses of fire and water, and the Bard who blesses you with the power of expression.
By the end of these seven sessions, you’ll have received a wealth of lived blessings grounded in your energy centers that you can carry into your daily life, renewing your vitality and deepening your spiritual practice.
During this mythic journey, you’ll:
- Take part in guided rituals at sacred sites — from stone circles to holy wells — to experience the living spirit of Druidry firsthand
- Explore how the Druids’ energy centers mirror the chakra system —and learn practices that nourish your body and subtle energies
- Work with the sacred festivals of the Druid Wheel of the Year — Samhain, Winter Solstice, Imbolc, the Equinoxes, Beltane, Summer Solstice, and Lughnasadh — to align your life with the rhythms of nature
- Discover the myths and legends of the Celtic landscape — from Diarmid and Graine to Brighid, the Well Maidens, and the Bear — and apply their timeless wisdom to your own journey
- Connect with the natural elements of earth, water, fire, and air to restore balance, creativity, vitality, and harmony within yourself
- Receive the 7 gifts of this pilgrimage — belonging, creativity, courage, love, authentic expression, vision, and illumination — and integrate them into your daily life
- Learn how to bring ancestral wisdom and inspiration into your relationships, creative work, and spiritual practice
- Awaken a deep sense of belonging to the land and the cosmos, opening yourself to guidance, renewal, and spiritual communion
- And much more...
As rich support for your journey, each session includes guided meditations anchored in sacred landscapes, seasonal practices, live sessions with Philip, and a downloadable Seasonal Practice Journal to help you track your experiences.
Through this pilgrimage, you’ll cultivate a palpable sense of renewal, belonging, and inspiration. You’ll walk the path of the Druids as a living way of attuning with nature, ancestors, and spirit.
Are you ready to journey through the sacred landscapes of Merlin’s Isle and awaken the seven gifts of Druidry in your own life?
What You’ll Discover in These 7 Modules
In this 7-module transformational course, Philip guides you through the skills and competencies you’ll need to successfully restore your sense of belonging, awaken your creativity, strengthen your energy, and connect to divine inspiration for every area of your life.
This course features step-by-step teachings and experiential practices from Philip Carr-Gomm. Each session builds harmoniously upon the previous ones, so you’ll develop a complete holistic understanding of the practices, tools, and principles you’ll need to experience firsthand the healing and inspiring power of Druid traditions, leaving you more grounded, energized, and open to guidance. Your purchase includes 24/7 ongoing access to your course content, allowing you time to review the materials at your own pace and integration.
Module 1 Connect to the Grounding & Nourishing Power of the Ancestral Tradition of Druidry for Strength & Stability
As the Northern Hemisphere enters the season of Samhain, you’ll be guided into the ancestral heart of Druidry to draw strength, stability, and a deep sense of belonging. Philip shares how the unfolding history of Druidry reveals a spiritual path that connects us to the land, the ancestors, and the flow of life itself.
You’ll enter into a ritual of honoring those who came before, opening yourself to their wisdom and guidance for the journey ahead. Your pilgrimage begins at Newgrange — one of Ireland’s most ancient and powerful burial mounds — where you’ll learn about the old practice of spending the night upon sacred barrows to commune with the departed.
Along the way, you’ll explore how the Druids’ understanding of energy centers mirrors the chakra system, revealing deep connections between the Irish and Indian spiritual traditions.
Through story, ceremony, and myth, you’ll encounter Diarmid and Graine, legendary figures whose love transcended death, and discover how their tale carries timeless wisdom for your own path.
By the end of this session, you’ll carry with you the first of seven gifts on this journey — a grounded sense of belonging in the world.
In this session, you’ll:
- Take part in a guided Samhain ritual to honor your ancestors and connect with their wisdom
- Tap into the living history of Druidry and discover why its teachings still resonate today
- Feel the flow of Nwyfre — the Druids’ life force — moving through your body and the land
- Meet the mythic lovers Diarmid and Graine, and explore what their story reveals about love’s power beyond death
- Begin your journey through the body’s energy centers by rooting into the land’s vitality and receiving the gift of belonging
Module 2 Travel to the Sacred Well to Enhance Creativity & Your Experience of Flow in Your Life
Your pilgrimage continues to Chalice Well in Glastonbury and Aqua Sulis in Bath — sacred waters that mirror the sources of your own creativity. Here you’ll explore how wells, springs, and rivers have long been revered in the Druid and Celtic traditions as gateways to healing and inspiration.
At times, life can feel like a barren wasteland, when your creative well runs dry. By invoking the energy of the Winter Solstice — the darkest moment before the light’s return — you’ll experience the renewal that comes with the first rays of solstice dawn, bringing illumination and the flow of fresh waters.
You’ll hear the myth of the Well Maidens from the Grail legend, uncovering its deep ties to the Divine Feminine and your sacral center. From this exploration, you’ll receive the second gift of the journey: the blessing of Awen — the flowing inspiration of the Muses.
In this session, you’ll:
- Connect with the power of the Winter Solstice to welcome the return of light and open to flowing inspiration
- Discover the sacred role of wells, springs, and rivers in Druid and Celtic traditions
- Connect with the healing qualities of water to clear creative blockages and restore vitality
- Explore the myth of the Well Maidens and its resonance with the Divine Feminine and your sacral energy center
- Receive the gift of Awen — a blessing of grace, creativity, and renewal
Module 3 Journey to the Ring of Brodgar on Orkney to Build a Storehouse of Power in Your Solar Plexus
Your journey carries you to the far North of Scotland — to the island of Orkney — where you’ll stand within one of the world’s most powerful stone circles. Here, amidst ancient monoliths, you’ll allow the stones to infuse your solar plexus with energy, igniting your inner cauldron of vitality and strength.
Along the way, you’ll discover the role of giants in the British landscape, from the chalk hill figures of Southern England to the dancing giants of Stonehenge and Brodgar.
You’ll also encounter the beauty of Imbolc, the festival of returning light and renewal, and meet Brighid, Goddess of Fire and Water, who empowers you to store courage and healing in your belly.
From this circle of myth, ritual, and landscape, you’ll receive the third gift of the journey: the courage of Art, the Bear — a powerful Druid ally.
In this session, you’ll:
- Stand within a sacred stone circle to activate your solar plexus and feel your energy renewed
- Experience the inspiration of Imbolc and Brighid’s presence as you gather courage and vitality within your belly
- Meet the Bear as an ally of strength, courage, and artistic power
- Explore the mythic giants of Britain and the chalk hill figures that still mark the land with mystery
- Receive the gift of courage to sustain your energy and creative spirit
Module 4 Gather in the Sacred Grove & Approach the Heart of the Druid Mysteries
Your pilgrimage now carries you into the very heart of Druid practice — the Sacred Grove. Beneath the ancient yew trees of Kingley Vale in West Sussex, you’ll gather around a sacred fire and experience why Druids hold trees in such deep reverence.
In this moonlit grove, you’ll feel the mysterious bond between your own heart and the spirits of the trees, discovering how the forest can awaken compassion and inspire you to embody the Druid’s path of peacemaking.
You’ll also explore the sacred time of the Equinox, when balance and harmony infuse the world, and learn how Druids honor this moment through Alban Eilir (Spring) and Alban Elfed (Autumn). From the stillness of the grove, you’ll receive the fourth gift of this journey: divine love and harmony.
In this session, you’ll:
- Practice a heart-centered meditation in the Sacred Grove to open yourself to compassion and connection
- Discover why Druids revere trees and how their wisdom can bring healing and inspiration to your heart
- Explore the tree language of the Druids and its power to deepen your relationship with nature
- Experience the sacred balance of the Equinox festivals, Alban Eilir and Alban Elfed
- Receive the gift of divine love and harmony to nurture peace within yourself and the world
Module 5 Enter the Sacred Valley to Reach the Cave of Song & Embody Your Authentic Expression
Your pilgrimage continues along the River Wye to the borderlands of England and Wales, where you’ll walk through the forest of Lords Wood to enter King Arthur’s Cave. In this sacred place, you’ll learn sounds that awaken your creative potential, opening your voice to sing the songs of your soul with freedom and joy.
You’ll explore how caves have long served as sites of initiation and connection, including the ancient Paviland Cave in Wales, reached by walking through the “Valley of Dragon’s Teeth.”
Along the way, you’ll uncover the mysterious link between the sacral and throat chakras, discovering how creative waters can rise to help you articulate your deepest truths and highest aspirations.
You’ll also invoke the power of Beltane, the festival of union and blossoming, and explore how its energy supports authentic expression in your life and relationships.
From this sacred work, you’ll receive the fifth gift of the journey: the Bard’s blessing of authentic expression.
In this session, you’ll:
- Enter sacred caves to practice sounds that awaken your creative potential and free your authentic voice
- Discover the ancient role of caves in spiritual and religious practice, including Paviland Cave and King Arthur’s Cave
- Explore the connection between your sacral and throat chakras to express your deepest truths with power and joy
- Attune to Beltane, the festival of blossoming and union, to support your creative and relational goals
- Receive the Bard’s gift of authentic expression to sing the song of your soul in freedom and joy
Module 6 Walk the Spiral Path of the Sacred Mound to Awaken Higher Perspective & Purpose
Across the Druid lands, mysterious man-made hills rise from the earth — known as mounds, tumps, or toots. At Silbury Hill, near Avebury and the West Kennet Long Barrow, you’ll spiral upward to the flat summit, where the landscape opens before you like a great ritual map.
From this vantage point, you’ll offer to the Divine all that you wish to transform, and open yourself to inspiration for the path ahead.
You’ll also attune to Alban Hefin, the festival of the Summer Solstice, when the sun stands at its zenith and life reaches its fullest expression.
Through story and practice, you’ll meet the hawk and eagle, whose vision and insight invite you to rise above limitation and see your life with renewed clarity.
You’ll receive the sixth gift of this journey: Vision — the ability to survey your life from a higher perspective and orient yourself with purpose.
In this session, you’ll:
- Climb the spiral path of Silbury Hill in a guided practice to release what no longer serves you and invite divine inspiration
- Immerse yourself in ancient stories of the hawk and eagle, learning how they bring vision, renewal, and higher perspective
- Discover the role of artificial mounds in the sacred landscapes of the Druids
- Explore the significance of Alban Hefin, the Summer Solstice, as the peak of the year’s cycle
- Receive the gift of Vision to see your life with clarity, purpose, and fresh direction
Module 7 Reaching the Five Temples of the Holy Mountains
Your pilgrimage culminates with a sacred circuit to the summits of five holy mountains in Wales. As you ascend these peaks, you’ll open yourself to divine inspiration and illumination, allowing your soul’s true purpose to shine through and bless your life.
Along the way, you’ll explore the deeper meaning of harvest — not just as a season of gathering, but as an invitation to pause, celebrate, and honor the fruits of your journey.
Each mountain offers a unique blessing, guiding you toward communion with Spirit and a greater sense of wholeness.
In this final stage of the journey, you’ll receive the seventh gift of the path: the gift of spiritual illumination and communion.
In this session, you’ll:
- Walk the sacred circuit of the five holy mountains of Wales in a guided journey to receive their blessings
- Immerse yourself in the lore and legend of these mountains and their significance in Druid tradition
- Explore the festival of Lughnasadh, the time of harvest, and learn how to celebrate the harvest of your own life
- Experience the five distinct blessings offered by each mountain as you ascend
- Receive the seventh gift of this journey: the Druid’s gift of spiritual illumination and communion
SPECIAL BONUS OFFER
In addition to Philip’s transformative 7-module course, you’ll receive this special bonus offering to complement the course and take your understanding and practice to an even deeper level.
Wild Wisdom: Elemental Meditations
Audio Meditation With Philip Carr-Gomm
Philip will guide you through meditations on the four elements that bring you into direct contact with the living forces of nature. As Philip’s voice carries you inward, you’ll feel the fire of inspiration spark within, the grounding strength of earth beneath you, the cleansing flow of water, and the clarity of fresh air filling your mind. Each meditation will both relax and energize you, creating a sense of deep harmony with yourself and the natural world. You’ll be invited into a profound silence where you can touch your innermost essence and connect with the presence of Mother Earth herself. With evocative music from Charlie Roscoe, Nigel Shaw, and Jonny Robels, you’ll be immersed in a soundscape that enhances your journey.
Earth Mysteries
Video Dialogue With Philip Carr-Gomm and David Furlong
Discover how to connect with the ancient wisdom of the Earth by attuning to ley lines, sacred sites, and the living energy of trees. As you explore these natural pathways, you’ll feel how they can bring balance and vitality to your body, mind, and spirit. You’ll learn how to engage with these forces both on your own and in group settings, amplifying their healing potential. You’ll uncover practical ways to deepen your relationship with the land so you can support not only your own wellbeing but also the health of the planet. By the end, you’ll have a renewed sense of connection to the Earth’s mysteries and your role in healing them.
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Here’s What You’ll Receive
Seven Pre-Recorded 90-Minute Modules
Experience a unique opportunity to learn from Philip Carr-Gomm, a leader of the Order of Bards, Ovates & Druids — from the comfort of your own home. Each session includes a streaming video and guides you to align with the rhythms of the natural world, deepen your connection to the land and the ancestors, and cultivate the wisdom, vitality, and inspiration to live with purpose and joy.
Seven Transcripts of Sessions
You’ll also receive transcriptions. You can then review, print, and highlight the most important insights and practices you were given.
Exercises and Questions for Each Lesson
Between sessions, you’ll have the option of completing related exercises, practicing new tools, and answering questions to accelerate your learning and integrate each lesson.
An Unprecedented Opportunity to Join the Online Course, Journey to Merlin’s Isle to Receive the Seven Gifts of the Druids
We feel honored that Philip Carr-Gomm has chosen to partner with The Shift Network to offer this exclusive online course. This is a unique opportunity to learn from a psychologist and a leader of the Order of Bards, Ovates & Druids whose powerful insights and pioneering work are helping us heal and awaken ourselves and our world.
If you’re serious about discovering how to weave ritual, myth, and nature’s rhythms into your life so you can walk with greater harmony, strength, and spiritual illumination, then you owe it to yourself, your loved ones, and our world to take this one-of-a-kind program.
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About Philip Carr-Gomm
Philip Carr-Gomm combines inspiration from the worlds of psychology and spirituality to help us access our own wellsprings of happiness, creativity, and meaning. Rooted in the nature spirituality of Druidry, Philip also draws on his training in psychology, psychosynthesis psychotherapy, and sophrology. He is founder of the Sophrology Institute.
Philip helps participants in his talks and workshops transform their lives through the imaginative use of conversation, plant and animal oracles, music and poetry, meditation, and ritual. He has authored or co-authored 20 books, including The Druid Animal Oracle and The Druidcraft Tarot. He has worked in the field of psychedelic therapy with the Synthesis Institute and the ACER Integration Program.
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