The programme is the same on Saturday and Sunday but you are welcome to enjoy both days if you wish!
Meditation Pavilions
Five striking pavilions for meditation in a beautiful meadow - here you'll find artworks and live reflections to transport you into experiences of hope, peace, love and more.
Some people say meditation is difficult. Actually – It’s not! Raja Yoga is one of the easiest forms of meditation, because it simply takes us to a place of peace within.
Music
Outdoor Music Stage
Lucinda Drayton and Andy Blissett from 'Bliss' will be performing live at Peace in the Park this year. Probably best known for their classic album '100,000 Angels', they will perform a selection of songs that both touch the heart and uplift the soul. There will also be guest performances from a variety of superb musicians.
Acoustic Music in the Grounds
One of the greatest joys of Peace in the Park is the relaxed way you can wander the garden and experience all kinds of live acoustic music. Last year was so successful we have decided to expand the live music and song on offer – Sitars, violins, cello, flute and much much more - there will be something to soothe the heart and calm the mind of almost everyone!
Tea under the Trees
Definitely visit our Tea tent – for tea, coffee & cake. It must be one of the only festivals in England where you can get free tea along with sweet and savoury snacks! And all prepared by the loving hands of our resident yogis.
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Through the Looking Glass' was based on stories acted out at frequent visits to Nuneham by Lewis Carroll and the young Alice Liddell and her sisters. Their expeditions always included tea under the trees, as well as walks in Nuneham woodlands, all of which stoked their rich imaginings.
Join us for tea under the trees, with dozens of uplifting thoughts etched into tree trunk tables for you to discover.
Wellbeing Taster Sessions
This year we have expanded the number of seminars we are offering.
Four seminars: ‘Looking Forward to a Brighter Future’, ‘Being Positive’, 'Self-esteem Boosters' and ‘Letting Go of Anger’.
Historical Gardens
These are grade one listed grounds fashioned by some of the great names in landscape gardening - a jewel in the heart of Oxfordshire.
Garden Tour
Discover the fascinating history of Nuneham’s grade 1 listed gardens:
- Pleasure gardens for kings and queens
- Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown's work at Nuneham
- William Mason, Rousseau and the Secret Garden
- Inspiration for poets and writers, including Lewis Carroll, Goldsmith, Whitehead
The grounds contain rare species, brought from around the globe and your tour guides are horticultural specialists who can answer questions about these remarkable plants and trees as well as transport you on a journey through Nuneham's colourful history.
Reflective tree walk
Pick up a leaflet and wander along to meet some of our ancient & rare trees, discover their symbolism & take in their remarkable qualities.
Soulful Vegetarian Cooking Demonstrations
A big hit last year, so this year were putting on more
‘Food and Soul’ cooking demonstrations in a bigger tent. Find out all about the advantages of a Vegetarian diet and most importantly how to make it tasty!
Food & Soul - Vegetarian Cookery Explained
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live demonstrations & tastings
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the crucial ingredient revealed
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how food affects mood
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creative tips for great meals
Earth Care area
Special workshops for:
- Creating visions of a better world
- Listening to the Earth – “the earth speaks, we listen”
- living in harmony
plus meditations inspired by nature
Wild Grass Maze
You may be confounded but you’ll never really be lost!
The Labyrinth
Traditionally a labyrinth is symbolic of our journey through life…
Somehow walking a labyrinth breaks the hold of the left (rational) brain, and allows the right (intuitive) brain to emerge… Apparently people have been doing it on all continents for thousands of years.
Games and Activities
Peace In the Park is a family affair, so of course kids are welcome. You can be sure they won't be bored with plenty of activities like story telling, making things, clown magic show and many other fun activities for the kids to enjoy.
Virtuescope
VirtueScope is a way for you to get in touch with your true virtues. It offers a map to develop these positive energies during the coming year. It is about re-establishing the very best in yourself so you can improve the quality of your life and the quality of your relationships.
Who needs a Horoscope when you can do your Virtuescope!
The Bookshop
One of the most popular places in the festival. All kinds of books, meditation commentaries and meditation aids to help you on your spiritual journey
