Rebecca Beattie shares some ideas and practices around midwinter.

Julian Vayne explores diverse methods to connect to the land under one's feet, whether in the city or countryside. The term 'psychogeography' refers to the practice of connecting to the land in ways that go beyond the physical. Whether moving through a wild, rural or urban environment, it's possible to do so in a way that creates heightened, even psychic, experiences. In this technique-rich online presentation, Julian Vayne shares his favourite methods to locate power spots, meet spirits and attune to hidden energies, providing practical strategies to reveal the magic in everyday life.  SPEAKER BIO Julian Vayne is an occultist with over 40 years' experience. A regular speaker at events, and facilitator of retreats and workshops, his work is informed by chaos magic, the Western Mystery Tradition, Wicca and eastern mysticism. He is a co-organiser of the psychedelic conference Breaking Convention, a founding member of the post-prohibition think-tank Transform, and sits on the academic board of The Journal of Psychedelic Studies. He facilitates psychedelic ceremony, as well as providing one-to-one psychedelic integration sessions and support. With numerous works published in both the academic and esoteric press, he is the author of 'Getting Higher: The Manual of Psychedelic Ceremony'. Original Event Date: 3 April 2024

Hannah Sanders explores the virtues and potencies of 7 of the most magical flowers in the UK. The magic of flowers is woven into all forms of enchantment, whether for healing, love or power. In this folklore-packed class, Hannah Sanders introduces 7 wildflowers in British magical tradition renowned for their magical potency. As well as delving into the unique signature and spirit of these famous blooms, Hannah explores the history of flower magic as a whole, from the symbolic language of floriography to the powerful remedies of Edward Bach. Highly recommended for beginners to plant magic alongside those looking to bring the intense and alluring influence of flowers to their practice. The 7 essential flowers: Rose, Poppy, Clover, Violet, Hawthorn, Lily, Foxglove SPEAKER BIO Hannah Sanders has a doctorate in anthropology and is a longstanding practitioner of folk and herb magic. She was the last apprentice of writer and tarot reader Joyce Collin-Smith, and she is the granddaughter of a well-known Irish fortune teller. Professionally, she is a traditional folk singer. Original event date: 10 July 2024

Rebecca Beattie introduces the great astral power of love, beauty and pleasure. Throughout history, practitioners of magic have looked to the pre-modern occult planets for inspiration and aid. In this online workshop, Rebecca Beattie explores the astral body of Venus, as it is understood in the ancient occult system. Traditionally associated with love, beauty and art, it is also strongly linked with the themes of friendship and self-care. Rebecca teaches the group about its feminine, sensual nature, and how to identify its plants, herbs, and other correspondences. She also outlines ways to craft effective Venusian magic. By the end of the class, participants will know how to work with this most seductive of planets to create change in their own life. SPEAKER BIO Rebecca Beattie has spent over two decades studying and practicing witchcraft. A Wiccan priestess of 15 years, she has a rich understanding of the history and traditions underpinning pagan practice. She also has a doctorate in Creative Writing and is a published author. Her books include 'Planetary Magic: A friendly introduction to creating modern magic with the seven energies', 'Wheel of the Year: A Nurturing Guide' and the new pagan toolkit for navigating major life changes, 'The Way Through the Woods'. Original Event Date: 16 October 2023

Rebecca Beattie introduces the luminous powers of the moon as it appears in the ancient tradition of planetary magic (and beyond). Throughout history, practitioners of magic have looked to the pre-modern occult planets for inspiration and aid. There is perhaps no more enduring magical symbol than the moon. In this online talk, Rebecca Beattie introduces the occult moon and teaches students how to work with its energies. This includes guidance on how to approach it as a pre-modern planetary power (Luna), as well as the modern practice of working with its changing phases. Rebecca also provides a selection of ways to work meaningful lunar magic, including tips for identifying its plants, herbs, and other correspondences. SPEAKER BIO Rebecca Beattie has spent over two decades studying and practicing witchcraft. A Wiccan priestess of 15 years, she has a rich understanding of the history and traditions underpinning pagan practice. She also has a doctorate in Creative Writing and is a published author. Her books include 'Planetary Magic: A friendly introduction to creating modern magic with the seven energies', 'Wheel of the Year: A Nurturing Guide' and the new pagan toolkit for navigating major life changes, 'The Way Through the Woods'. Original Event Date: 21 August 2023

Rebecca Beattie introduces the great astral power of travel, influence and commerce. Throughout history, practitioners of magic have looked to the pre-modern occult planets for inspiration and aid. In this online workshop, Rebecca Beattie introduces the astral body of Mercury, as it is understood in the ancient occult system. Traditionally associated with movement and communication, it is also strongly linked with the themes of money and technology. Rebecca teaches the group about its intelligent, swift-moving nature, and how to identify its plants, herbs, and other correspondences. She also outlines ways to craft effective Mercurian magic. By the end of the class, everyone will know how to work with this cunning planet to create change in their own life. SPEAKER BIO Rebecca Beattie has spent over two decades studying and practicing witchcraft. A Wiccan priestess of 15 years, she has a rich understanding of the history and traditions underpinning pagan practice. She also has a doctorate in Creative Writing and is a published author. Her books include 'Planetary Magic: A friendly introduction to creating modern magic with the seven energies', 'Wheel of the Year: A Nurturing Guide' and the new pagan toolkit for navigating major life changes, 'The Way Through the Woods'. Original Event Date: 11 September 2023

Dr Sasha Chaitow outlines the core concepts of Western Esotericism as an academic discipline and examines how to embark on its study. (Lecture 1 of 12) In this first of twelve lectures comprising a complete introduction to the field, students explore the main concepts, terms and historical contexts needed to develop a scholarly appreciation of Western Esotericism. Chaitow begins by examining the definition of esotericism, covering the most important interpretations. Next, she outlines the history of the field's academic study, from its onset in the 1930s through its various stages of development to the modern day. This includes a discussion of how the study of Western Esotericism directly impacts our understanding of other academic disciplines – from philosophy of science and theology to anthropology – and therefore our broader appreciation of Western history and culture. Chaitow then introduces a selection of definitions critical to the discipline. She explains the differences between esotericism, mysticism and occultism, alongside concepts such as ‘gnosis’, ‘magic’, ‘syncretism’ and ‘occulture’. Other interdisciplinary academic terms necessary for rigorous study are also given. Finally, Chaitow considers the key ongoing debates within the modern study of Western Esoterism, and how the discipline might be expected to change in the future. A reading list is provided for all those wishing to engage in further research. Once students have watched this lecture, they will have the option to purchase the next eleven lectures comprising the rest of the course. (See below.) WHO IS THIS LECTURE FOR? We recommend this lecture for anyone seeking an academic, yet accessible, approach to Western occult history. It is both suitable for scholars interested in the role esoteric traditions have played in wider Western culture, and practitioners looking to gain a deeper intellectual understanding of their own path. It is also a perfect introduction for those considering advanced academic study in the discipline. ABOUT THE FULL COURSE This is the first lecture of twelve, together comprising a complete academic introduction to Western Esotericism. Each lecture focuses on a new period of esoteric history, covering its developments, key ideas and context within broader Western culture. It begins by exploring Hermeticism and Neoplatonism in the Hellenistic period, moving on to examine alchemy and kabbalah during the Renaissance, and then through to the multiple occult movements of the eighteenth, nineteenth and twentieth centuries. The course concludes with an examination of modern occult traditions and occulture. Originally structured as a course held over 12 months in 2022-3, we are now making these lecture recordings available to purchase online for the first time. We have made the first lecture in the course free, exclusively for Treadwell’s members. If you are interested in continuing your studies after watching this lecture, please contact us on onlineshop@treadwells-london.com to explore the full programme. Each lecture will be available to purchase as both a standalone recording, and as part of the full course. SPEAKER BIO Dr Sasha Chaitow earned her PhD in Cultural History/Western Esotericism at the University of Essex. She holds an MA in the History of Western Esotericism (University of Exeter, 2008), and an MA in Literature (University of Indianapolis, 2004). She has published two books based on her research, is working on two more, and has also published extensively in peer-reviewed journals as well as magazines and professional journals. In her parallel career as a visual artist, she has produced 13 solo art exhibitions in the UK, Greece, and Sweden and frequently participates in curated group exhibitions. Full CV: www.sashachaitow.co.uk/about-2 Original Event Date: 16 November 2022

Julian Vayne and a longstanding animist Pagan Federation member exchange thoughts on sacred animals in esoteric and magical practice. Sacred animals appear in many cultures, taking on various roles from guides to spiritual antagonists. They are a well-known concept, but perhaps for this reason, one often taken for granted. What if animals were to be considered valuable in their own right, rather than as stereotypes with set significances, as described in many magical traditions? Can a deeper meaning be found within the independence of sacred animals, and in humanity's relationship with that independence? Less of a 'skip through flower-filled meadows with butterflies', this conversation is a cheerful but challenging 'running across thin ice with tigers'. It explores the successes and failures of the current conservation movement and the importance of recognising a spiritual component in modern environmental work. It's followed by a Q&A. SPEAKER BIOS Gordon is an animist pagan, working closely with a mixture of faith and nature groups to promote deeper spiritual awareness of the living world. He is an Honorary Life Member of the Pagan Federation and has been an active member of the wider pagan community for many years. Gordon’s own practice is deeply involved with the spirits of landscapes, wildlife and the faerie realms. Blog: creepingtoad.blogspot.com Julian Vayne is an occultist with over 35 years’ experience. His work is informed by chaos magic, Wicca and eastern mysticism. A regular workshop leader and speaker, he is co-organiser of the psychedelic conference Breaking Convention, and sits on the academic board of The Journal of Psychedelic Studies. He is also the author of several works, including Getting Higher: The Manual of Psychadelic Ceremony. His books, essays and articles are published in both the academic and esoteric press. Site: https://julianvayne.com Original Event Date: 12 September 2023

Hannah Sanders probes the folklore of magical circlets, from crowns to garters to beaded necklaces. Circlets, crowns, garters and beaded necklaces are used by witches across the globe as conveyors of status, keepers of secrets and markers of celebration. In this class, Hannah Sanders explores the various traditions surrounding circlets in folk magic. She also teaches the art of creating a witch’s necklace. SPEAKER BIO Hannah Sanders has a doctorate in anthropology and is a longstanding practitioner of folk and herb magic. She was the last apprentice of writer and tarot reader Joyce Collin-Smith, and she is the granddaughter of a well-known Irish fortune teller. Professionally, she is a traditional folk singer. Original Event Date: 21 March 2024

Suzanne Corbie shares time-tested ways to magically prepare a space for spells and devotional work. The demarcation of magic circles and sacred spaces is integral to almost every magical system across the world. In this class, Suzanne Corbie, a Wiccan priestess with over 40 years' experience, explores a variety of methods to create sacred space and perform magic spells without the need for long, complicated rituals. SPEAKER BIO Suzanne Corbie has been engaged in esoteric and folkloric traditions for more than four decades. For the last 25 years, she has lectured and taught on tarot and witchcraft, in person and online, nationally and internationally. She is a longstanding Wiccan priestess, and also holds a Master's degree in 'Myth, Cosmology & the Sacred'. Original Event Date: 1 August 2023

Rebecca Beattie introduces the key gods in the Ancient Egyptian pantheon and explores the history of their worship. The deities of this pioneering civilisation have long fascinated magical practitioners of the Western Mystery tradition and in other traditions all over the world. This workshop introduces some of the key figures in the Ancient Egyptian pantheon, and examines how they have been worshipped across history. It also introduces practical ways of working with them today. SPEAKER BIO Rebecca Beattie has spent over two decades practising and studying magic and witchcraft . A Wiccan priestess of 15 years, she has a rich understanding of the history and traditions underpinning pagan practice. She also has a doctorate in Creative Writing and is a published author. Her books include 'Nature Mystics: The Literary Gateway to Modern Paganism' and the seasonal toolkit for navigating major life changes, 'The Way Through the Woods'. Original Event Date: 27 March 2023

Take a trip with two experts on psychedelic history as they discuss ecology, altered states and modern pagan practice. In this video, Andy Letcher and Julian Vayne meet for a mind-expanding exchange. They delve into everything from entheogenic culture, to druids, to magic mushrooms, to the indigenous music of the British Isles, to the contemporary use of Fly Agaric. There's also a Q&A afterwards. Be prepared for far-out theories, kaleidoscopic concepts and otherworldly anecdotes. SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES Dr Andy Letcher is a Senior Lecturer at both Schumacher College, Devon UK – where he is the Programme Lead for the MA Engaged Ecology – and at the University of Exeter, where he teaches on the PGCert Psychedelics: Mind, Medicine and Culture. He is the author of 'Shroom: A Cultural History of the Magic Mushroom', and numerous papers on psychedelics, ecology, animism and paganism. He is currently researching ritual and animistic usage of psychedelics by contemporary British Druids, and the contemporary use of the Fly Agaric mushroom. Julian Vayne is a British occultist, independent scholar and author with over four decades of experience within esoteric culture. Julian is a co-organizer of the psychedelic conference Breaking Convention, a founding member of the post-prohibition think-tank Transform. He sits on the academic board of The Journal of Psychedelic Studies. Julian facilitates psychedelic ceremony, as well as providing one-to-one psychedelic integration sessions and support. In addition to exploring traditional sacred medicines, Julian’s work includes the first published accounts of the entheogenic ritual use of ketamine and several novel psychedelic sacraments. Original Event Date: 10 April 2024

Suzanne Corbie explores the deeper meanings of the tarot’s twenty-two major cards. The imagery of the tarot is filled with hidden depths – each card contains a wealth of correspondences relating to the Qabalah, alchemy, witchcraft, angels and more. In this workshop, Suzanne Corbie examines the symbolism contained within the major arcana of the Rider-Waite-Smith deck, helping participants to deepen their interpretative skills and understanding of the cards. These skills can be used for more effective tarot readings as well as aiding meditation. SPEAKER BIO Suzanne Corbie is a Wiccan priestess with over 40 years' experience. She was previously a tarot reader at Treadwell's for many years. Original Event Date: 29 August 2023

Rebecca Beattie introduces the seven planetary powers – seen by the pre-moderns as the governing energies of all nature. This lecture gives an introductory overview of the pre-modern planetary powers that have been called upon by magical practitioners since ancient Babylon. Rebecca discusses each planet – Moon, Mercury, Venus, Sun, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn – and outlines their mysteries, symbols and attributes. She then covers how one can work magic with each of them using their corresponding colours, crystals, herbs, plants and foods. SPEAKER BIO Rebecca Beattie has spent more than 20 years studying and practising witchcraft and Wicca, and has a deep understanding of the history and traditions underpinning them. A published author, her books include 'Planetary Magic: A friendly introduction to creating modern magic with the seven energies' and 'Wheel of the Year: A Nurturing Guide'. Original Event Date: 13 February 2023

Dr Alexander Cummins and Hannah Sanders discuss the rich history of cunning magic and the traditions it has inspired. Cunning magic is not merely confined to dusty history books. It's very much still used today and has inspired a wealth of magical traditions. This engaging conversation explores the taut thread running from legends to modern magic. Learn who cunning folk were, what did they did, and what they still do. SPEAKER BIOS Dr Alexander Cummins is a contemporary cunning-man and historian of magic. His magical specialties are the early modern grimoires, divination (especially geomancy) and the myriad folk necromancies of working with the dead. Hannah Sanders has a doctorate in anthropology and is a longstanding practitioner of folk and herb magic. She was the last apprentice of writer and tarot reader Joyce Collin-Smith, and she is the granddaughter of a well-known Irish fortune teller. Professionally, she is a traditional folk singer. Original Event Date: 21 November 2023

Doctoral researcher Anna Titov examines the philosophical connections between magical acts and environmentalism. In this rigorously researched lecture, Anna looks at contemporary witchcraft through the lens of ideas from 20th century phenomenology through to object-oriented ontology. She asks the timely question: can magical practice help us to halt our damage of the environment? As she explores, witchcraft practice involves the creation of an ‘otherworld’ – an act performed in order to bring change into the 'real' world. It can therefore be seen as an act of self-preservation in response to the ‘Anthropocene’ (the era of human-made change on our planet, most notably including the climate crisis). She asks: how do witchcraft practitioners create these 'otherworlds' for change? What is the interaction between the liminal element inside them and our perception? She also examines the empathic connections that witchcraft practitioners form with nonhuman entities (and therefore the overall environment). In doing so, Anna invites us to consider that magical practice may indeed be a first step towards stopping the destruction of our world. SPEAKER BIO Anna Titov is a writer and researcher in philosophy. She is pursuing a PhD at the Centre for Ethics as Study in Human Value (Pardubice), focussing on notions of subjective physical experience in the wake of a waning natural world. She completed an MA in Continental Philosophy at Warwick in 2021, with a dissertation that looked at trans-anthropocentrism in Nietzsche's middle writings. Her areas of interest are Nietzsche, phenomenology, embodied philosophy, and esoteric spirituality. Original Event Date: 27 September 2023