Wellbeing by the Lakes
Thursday 19 – Saturday 21 September 2019
10am-5pm Thursday
10am-10pm Friday - live Tibetan Dance performance & music from Lyla Foy
10am-10pm Saturday - live evening music from Shama Rahman (Jazz Sitarist)
Wellbeing by the Lakes is a 3-day festival exploring what it means to be mindful and live well in this fast-paced modern world. A curated blend of experts talks, art, live performance, meditation, movement sessions and healing that will open your eyes to fresh experiences for wellbeing- all included in your ticket!
Set in the picturesque sculpture park nestled in 26 acres of Dorset’s glorious countryside, the event brings together a wide-ranging programme to inspire and revitalise you. Broaden your knowledge, sample innovative and traditional practices for wellbeing and enjoy a playful, restorative day out.
At the heart of the festival will be the unique opportunity to witness the Tashi Lhunpo Monks creating an intricate Medicine Buddha sand mandala. On completion the sand mandala will be displayed before being ritually dismantled and offered to the River Frome.
The creation of a sand mandala is an exquisite example of the artistic tradition of Tibetan Buddhism, an opportunity not to be missed! On Friday evening the monks will also be peforming a traditional colourful dance depicting Tibetan folklore, followed by a peformance from singer songwriter Lyla Foy. Saturday evening is our candlelit picnic concert with Headline act Shama Rahman supported by Bi and The Amanas!
What’s On
Main stage
widen your knowledge with inspiring talks, on a wealth of wellbeing topics, from a collection of expert speakers, authors and practitioners
The Retreat
our sanctuary of quiet where you can try sound bathing, meditation or mindfulness practices
Barn Gallery
watch the Tashi Lhunpo monks as they create the colourful Medicine Buddha sand mandala and view our exhibitions
Move & Flow
learn new ways to stretch, breath and unwind with a yoga, Pilates or Qi Gong class
Sculpture by the Lakes
Immerse yourself in art and nature and simply relax in our Dreaming Woods
Marketplace
Listen to live music and browse our collective of pop up shops, book stores and food vendors
Kitchen Garden
walk around our kitchen garden and catch a talk on how best to grow and cook your own veg!
Creative space
try your hand at mindful art therapy taster
Healing Hands
sign up to a mini treatment with our host of healing therapists
Gallery Café
take a break to enjoy a wholesome lunch, a glass of wine or a slice of cake
Included in your ticket is free parking for 1 vehicle with 2 or more passengers (£10 parking fee otherwise), entry to the festival and Sculpture by the Lakes, The Gallery Cafe and The Barn Gallery, access to talks, workshops, and movement sessions. Please note some activities have restricted capacity and tickets do not guarantee entry.
FAQs
What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Parking is available adjacent to the festival site from 9.30am. We are asking visitors to consider how they are getting to the site and for those attending, where possible, to car share. We will be offering free car parking to any cars with two or more passengers, otherwise we will be charging £10 per car. For those cycling to the event we will be offering a £5 voucher to our onsite café, The Gallery Cafe
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Please email wellbeing@sculpturebythelakes.co.uk
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
Due to deep and fast flowing water, unfortunately we do not allow dogs or children under the age of 14 (including babies).
What's the refund policy?
Unfortunately we cannot offer refund but we will accept ticket transfers
Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?
Yes no problem
Does your event have Disabled Access?
Disabled access is limited around the park however it is possible to go around the lakes in a wheelchair or mobility scooter. We recommend you leave extra time for your visit and are aware that the paths will be uneven in places and extra assistance may be required. We have toilet facilities with disabled access and allocated parking. Please contact us once you have bought your ticket to reserve your place
Do you offer discount for Group Bookings?
For groups of 20 people or over we offer 10% discount, however you will need to contact us to discuss your requirements.
