11-Day magical pilgrimage to southern England
22nd April - 2nd May, 2022
Merlyn tradition
And behind all that we do, our guiding light shall be our connection with the living Merlyn tradition. And what is the Merlyn tradition? Join us and experience this directly! Our initiation begins every morning as we shall use our “Arthurian Tarot” cards to establish who shall become the “Merlyn-for- the-Day” - and that person then becomes the eyes & heart of the group for that special day. Let the magic begin!
Everyone knows something about Merlin/Merlyn the magician , even if only from the often told legends of King Arthur & the Knights of the Round Table. Around both Arthur & Merlyn - perhaps the most famous personalities that Britain has ever conceived - are romantic & mystical legends. Their stories have travelled far & wide into every culture on Earth to become part of the dreams of so many children & adults alike. However, Merlyn has become a stereotyped wise elder for the majority – yet who was Merlyn, or what is a Merlyn? In legend he was a Druid, prophet, trickster and enchanter, the creator of marvels, including it was believed, setting up the stones of Stonehenge. Merlyn is a Shaman, a Wild Man and the Inner Guardian of the Blessed Isles of Britain.
The Arthurian Tarot
In 1990 the beautiful “Arthurian Tarot” deck was first published by Caitlin & John Matthews, well known for their prolific creative authorship of all things Celtic. These archetypal images represent a journey into King Arthur’s kingdom, where you meet the characters of the Arthurian world as your guides & teachers, and enter the landscapes of Logres, the ancient Arthurian kingdom that lies outside of time.
A Hallowquest is the inner search for the 4 sacred objects of the Celtic tradition. The SWORD, representing the Element AIR, the GRAIL CUP, the Element WATER, the SPEAR, symbolizing the energies of FIRE, and the STONE, Element EARTH. By following the seasonal quest for the Hallows – the ancient treasures of the Goddess of the Land – you discover the spiritual empowerments of your soul’s purpose. Ultimately this is a work of self-healing and thereby restoring the sacred treasures of our Earth. By the recreation of these inner landscapes we have a potent method of exploring our lives & re-attuning ourselves to our true desire & purpose. By such means, we simultaneously create pathways by which the living reality of the archetypes of these cards can manifest within our world. It is this two-way exchange which is at the heart of the Arthurian Traditions
For more than 20 years since its appearance, Derek has been teaching this unique tarot set as a 1-year Hallowquest Journey - and leading Scandinavian group tours “In the Footsteps of Merlyn”, to England, Wales & Ireland, where myth, symbol and ritual are combined in a magical adventure moving through the landscape.
Practical Information
11-DAY TOUR: Starting Friday morning 22nd. April 2022 flight from Copenhagen & returning early Monday evening 2nd. May.
Please note: Swedish travellers can take a direct flight Stockholm arriving Heathrow kl.12.50 & return flight.
12 Travellers plus 2 Guides (Berit & Derek) & driver Transport: 15-seater Mini-Bus.
Accommodation: Luxury hotels plus BB, 6 shared double-rooms Food & Drink: Breakfast is included in the costs, but all other meals will be arranged & paid for by each person
Price: Includes return flights, accommodation, breakfast, transport, entry into all historical sites, plus 2 Guides. Also included is a specially prepared “In the Footsteps of Merlyn” Compilation. 17.000 Dkr.