Newark Well Being Show
14 + 15 February
Lady Eastwood Centre
Newark Showground
NG24 2NY
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Newark Well Being Show ~ Mind Body and Soul Experience
14 & 15 February 2026 ~ Talks and Presentations
SATURDAY 14 FEBRUARY
Room 1
11:00 BRIGITTE RIX – Mediumistic Author : ‘I Talk with Spirits’
As ‘The Afterlife Lady’ she ANSWERS YOUR QUESTIONS:
Enlightening , lively Two-Way TALK, TAILORED to YOUR questions – YOUR CHANCE to get answers! Medium Brigitte shares her 45 years of amazing communications with people in the higher dimensions in, and beyond the ‘Spirit World’
Are you:
• grief-stricken & broken-hearted , or frightened?
• sceptical, unsure or confused?
• puzzled by premonitions weird experiences?
• psychic and need guidance?
• curious about telepathy, coincidences & dreams?
• caring for a terminal patient?
• worried about possible UFOs & Extra-Terrestrial visitors?
• aware your thoughts & emotions create events in your life?
Clairaudient Brigitte channels astounding information received from departed & Evolved Beings via telepathically-guided automatic writing, now published as 9 (so far) unique, eye-opening books.
12:00 Brenda Diskin – Reader & Medium
Demonstration of Mediumship followed by Q&A Session
Well respected and established medium, Brenda will demonstrate her mediumistic skills after which she will invite questions from the audience relating to anything spiritual or paranormal.
13:00 Carol Wallace – Crystal Carols – Your Crystal Healing Journey
Do you want to understand more about Crystal Healing, what it means, the history, why we have the modern day huge growth in working with crystals. How to connect with your crystals and build your confidence whilst working with them. The does and don’ts of using crystals. Carol will share her 30 plus years of experience with helpful, honest advice.
14:00 Darren Stanton – Author and Body Language Expert
How to Spot When Someone Is Lying
We’re all lied to — at work, in relationships, and sometimes by people we trust. In this engaging 60-minute talk, Darren Stanton explains how to spot when someone isn’t telling the truth using everyday psychology and simple body-language cues anyone can understand. Forget myths like “crossed arms” or “looking away” — Darren shows what really gives people away. You’ll learn how stress changes behaviour, why words and body language often don’t match, and how small, unconscious signals reveal when something isn’t quite right. Entertaining, eye-opening, and immediately useful — you’ll never listen to people the same way again.
15:00 Debbie Ison – Tranquil Awakenings
Reiki and Energy Healing
In this talk Debbie Ison of Tranquil Awakenings is joined by Cat O’Donnell of Macod Yoga and Wellbeing to deliver this interactive session on Reiki and Energy Healing. Whether you are new to energy healing or experienced in this area, this session is a time for you to rest, relax and re-centre. To introduce this session a brief talk will be given on Reiki, followed by a guided meditation and an opportunity to work collectively to send and receive energy.
16:00 Talk By Wowvita (products endorsed by Dr Cornelia Wendt MD PhD)
Join Wowvita team for an uplifting and informative talk / workshop. Rachel will share with the audience how to make a natural hand scrub using the Wowvita elixir and a lip balm/scrub using their own harvested honey and natural herbs – Rachel will also be sharing the ‘back story’ to Wowvita and how it came into being.
Room 2
10:15 Milla – Drumming Awakening ~ Milla’s Wake up Drum Chant Rhythm Circle.
Inspired by the Rhythms and Chants of Guinea and Mali, you are invited to join a hi- energy, vibration rhythm circle, designed to connect us all to each other, through the nucleus source of the host facilitator, Milla , that will have you leaving the session with a “Community Buzzzz!” There will about forty hand drums (djembes), & 10 bass bins( played with sticks), available. Or, please feel free to bring your own djembes or any kind of hand drum. (30 mins )
11:00 Richard Hissitt – Sound Healing
Demonstration of Sound Therapy
Richard will demonstrate the healing power of sound using his ‘sound tubes’. If you love sound therapy you’ll enjoy this session. Richard is bringing his melodic sound tubes into the room for this 45 minute presentation about sound, healing and the way certain notes and vibrations can have beneficial outcomes for mind and body.
12:00 Guy Stevenson – Gently Stirred
What high Cortisol symptoms are and how to improve your health with
Herbal Infusions
If you suffer from weight gain, difficulty sleeping, fatigue, mood changes, anxiety, irritability, high blood pressure, weakened immune system, brain fog and low sex drive, this could well be the talk for you.
What is Cortisol and why it is important for the body at the correct levels, but why it can be dangerous when it is not in balance. Guy Stephenson from Gently Stirred will be happy to chat about what herbal teas can do to help you control your Cortisol levels.
Master Herbalist Diploma Distinction and Advanced Master Herbalist Diploma Distinction
13:00 Vala Stiorra – fortune teller, seer, rune reader
Knowledge sharing enlightenment workshop with Vala (aka a good old show and tell session) Vala presents this unique workshop – in her own words:
I have learned much on my journey and it is an honour to share what I know with you. Much of what I’ve learned is through others and I still have a lot to learn. Therefore, I want to offer my time to you, the attending visitors, without whom these events wouldn’t be possible. Bring something that inspires you, a story, a crystal, a deck of cards – and I’ll be your audience as we learn together.
14:00 Wendy Jackson Homeopath
Mini Workshop with essential oils
As a Homeopath in practice for 18 years. I love the modalities that I use in my practice. Not only do I use homeopathy, flower essences, tissue salts, herbal tinctures and the more recent, in the last 3 years is the beautifully pure doTerra essential oils.
In this new workshop/ talk we shall be delving into our emotions. Learning about our limbic system and how it is effected when inhaling aromatic essences, thus in turn triggering emotional and physiological responses. This will be an interactive workshop, so please only come along if you are ok with hand diffusing these beautiful oils and expressing how they make you feel”.
So in essence, learn more about how these pure oils can be used to enhance our well being
15:00 Paul – Peaceful Minds
The Authentic Guide to Meditation and Concentration
Join Paul to explore the timeless meditative practices of the great yogis of ancient India and Tibet. Drawing on personal insight and lived experience, he brings this classical meditative tradition from the confines of the monastery into everyday life.
Classically trained in the Tibetan Buddhist Gelugpa tradition, Paul graduated from Nalanda Monastery in 2022. He is co-founder and author of Peaceful Minds, offering programmes in meditation, self-compassion, and workplace leadership training.
16:00 Gary Whitt – the Urban Monk
Author of ‘The Death of a Narcissist and the best Yorkshire Puddings in the World’
How thinking is killing you – how to be present and in the moment
There cannot be one person who has never harboured negative thoughts about themselves or situations relevant to their life. Gary’s immense experience working with serious crime and the Royal Navy and subsequent travels are combined in his new book which puts together the pieces of the self destructive jigsaw. A truly fascinating talk that expands our thinking horizons enabling us to be present and in the moment.
16.45 Milla – Drumming Workshop (half hour)
Closing Ceremony with Milla – bringing to a close day 1 of the Well Being – Mind Body and Soul Experience in a truly unique way (30 mins)
Room 3 Yoga Studio – Philip Burgess – The Body and Mind Place
11.00am – Unlocking the Hips
Exploring ease and stillness through Yin Yoga
A slow, floor-based session focusing on the hips and lower back, offering time to explore stillness and gentle stretching.
12.00pm – Confidence in Gentle Movement
Moving smoothly with awareness and choice
A gentle session suitable for those new to yoga or returning after a break, with an emphasis on comfort and choice.
1.00pm – Calming Guided Relaxation
Time to pause and rest fully
A short guided relaxation using blankets and props to encourage comfort and ease.
2.00pm – Deep Core & Pelvic Floor Awareness
Exploring stability through mindful movement
A slow, guided practice focusing on simple movements and awareness.
3.00pm – Shoulders & Upper Back Release
Letting go through slow, attentive practice
A gentle Yin Yoga session focusing on the shoulders and upper back, encouraging softness and release.
4.00pm – Rest Deeply, Restore Fully
A restorative yoga and Yoga Nidra experience
A deeply restful session combining supported postures with guided Yoga Nidra. No movement required.
STAGE AREA – MAIN HALL
Live Music, Tai Chi Demonstrations, talks and mini workshops
For complete info and times see listing displayed at the Stage Area.
Including (not necessarily in this order)
11.00 Beth – High Hopes
Love and light energy reading through spirit ART.
(Audience participation)
Grounding energy cleansing guided meditation to start.
Each participant gets to choose a painting to sit and Study. This helps you to blend with your spirit team and allows you to still your mind promoting self belief, confidence and trust. It’s ok to see things differently as we are all hear for our own Journey so why not embrace your own individuality. Come see for your self all are welcome. Healing starts within, let my spirit squad and I help you work with love and light
Lisa Davies and Friends: 12:00 and 14:30
Awaken Your Inner Warrior Goddess
We are SO excited to be performing at the incredible Newark Well being Show- Mind Body & Soul Experience on the 14th & 15th February at the Lady Eastwood Centre, Newark Showground
Join us for a mesmerising fusion of bellydance and sword dancing — where ancient feminine energy meets fierce warrior strength.
Bellydance reconnects you to your centre — strengthening your body, calming your mind, and reigniting your spirit.
Sword dancing teaches balance, grace, and fierce focus — as you move with a blade like a crown, not a weapon.
This is more than a performance. It’s a ritual in motion, an invitation to witness what it looks like when women reclaim their wild, their power, and their joy.
- Come feel the rhythm.
- Come witness the magic.
- Come be inspired.
The sword is not a weapon. It is a crown. Wear it well.
Don & Carol Harradine – Dance of Life
An introduction to Fikar (Sufi meditative breathing practices based on nature) to help achieve your goals and the importance of the Five Elements in negotiating life
Peter Wall – Innerlight School of Hypnotherapy
Coffee Time books
An innovative series of books based upon Peter’s 3 decades of working with his clients. Peter draws upon the main areas of which his clients asked for his help. Peter is recognised as one of the longest standing and experienced clinical hypnotherapists. He has worked across Europe helping people with fears and phobias. Peter will talk about how he has condensed his years of experience into short self help books which can help people to work through issues encountered by many on a daily basis.
David Albans – songs and music
David Albans – Truth Matters: In this talk Dave will address the current culture where trust in anyone has severely diminished (especially towards our world leaders). What is truth? Who can we trust? Why does it matter? Is sincerity the same as truth?
Rachel – Old Rectory Spa
Rachel’s talk is about Acupuncture and it’s benefits
Mike – Crystal Cave
Crystal Q & A – An open question and answer session to explore your crystal enquiries, in a practical and informal workshop. Anything crystal related or related to using crystals in your spiritual practice.
SUNDAY 15 FEBRUARY
Room 1
11:00 Rick Paul spiritual medium & Author
My Journey and Messages from Spirit
Rick speaks about his journey through life and how he blends his everyday life with his spiritual work. An interesting talk and Rick usually surprises members of the audience with ‘messages’ from Spirit too.
12:00 Jean Westgarth – Soul Midwives
Soul Midwifery – Overview of what a Soul Midwife is and the service we offer
In this session, Jean invites you to attend to hear her account of being a Soul Midwife. Dying and death are often treated as ‘taboo’ subjects, yet it’s something we all face. A Soul Midwife is a holistic, compassionate end of life companion. Helping to transform death and dying, to help create a world that values empathy, kindness and understanding for those at the end of life. Supporting tender loving care at the end of life regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, age, disability or religious belief.
13:00 Istvan – Harmony of Soul
Achieve a higher quality of life by Matrix Drops Protocol (MDP)
The protocol aims to free individuals from negative energies and disturbances, allowing them to regain their free energy and restore their body to it’s original state. During this presentation you will learn about the 7 bodies (physical, energy, emotional, thought, relationship, soul and spirit) and how to enhance the body’s self healing processes. We will inform you about the KMA (Kovaks-Magyar Andras) Massage method which aims to fix issues related to relaxing muscles, dissolving pains in the spine and joints and solving cases of lumbago, neck and shoulder pain, headache, hip and knee problems sciatica, scoliosis, flat feet and disc hernia.
14:00 Darren Stanton – Author and Body Language Expert
How to Spot When Someone Is Lying
We’re all lied to — at work, in relationships, and sometimes by people we trust. In this engaging 60-minute talk, Darren Stanton explains how to spot when someone isn’t telling the truth using everyday psychology and simple body-language cues anyone can understand. Forget myths like “crossed arms” or “looking away” — Darren shows what really gives people away. You’ll learn how stress changes behaviour, why words and body language often don’t match, and how small, unconscious signals reveal when something isn’t quite right. Entertaining, eye-opening, and immediately useful — you’ll never listen to people the same way again.
15:00 Julie Berridge – Joules, Medium & Healer
Are you a Medium? Joules shares her experience to introduce the audience to the concept that they too may be able to connect – join this fascinating talk and demonstration and learn how you could make the connections
Room 2
10:15 Milla – Drumming Awakening ~ Milla’s Wake up Drum Chant Rhythm Circle.
Inspired by the Rhythms and Chants of Guinea and Mali, you are invited to join a hi- energy, vibration rhythm circle, designed to connect us all to each other, through the nucleus source of the host facilitator, Milla , that will have you leaving the session with a “Community Buzzzz!” There will about forty hand drums (djembes), & 10 bass bins( played with sticks), available. Or, please feel free to bring your own djembes or any kind of hand drum. (30 mins )
11:00 Richard Hissitt – Sound Healing
Demonstration of Sound Therapy
Richard will demonstrate the healing power of sound using his ‘sound tubes’. If you love sound therapy you’ll enjoy this session. Richard is bringing his melodic sound tubes into the room for this 45 minute presentation about sound, healing and the way certain notes and vibrations can have beneficial outcomes for mind and body.
12:00 BRIGITTE RIX – Mediumistic Author : ‘I Talk with Spirits’
As ‘The Afterlife Lady’ she ANSWERS YOUR QUESTIONS:
Enlightening , lively Two-Way TALK, TAILORED to YOUR questions – YOUR CHANCE to get answers! Medium Brigitte shares her 45 years of amazing communications with people in the higher dimensions in, and beyond the ‘Spirit World’
Are you:
• grief-stricken & broken-hearted , or frightened?
• sceptical, unsure or confused?
• puzzled by premonitions weird experiences?
• psychic and need guidance?
• curious about telepathy, coincidences & dreams?
• caring for a terminal patient?
• worried about possible UFOs & Extra-Terrestrial visitors?
• aware your thoughts & emotions create events in your life?
Clairaudient Brigitte channels astounding information received from departed & Evolved Beings via telepathically-guided automatic writing, now published as 9 (so far) unique, eye-opening books.
13:00 Debbie Ison – Tranquil Awakenings
Self-Love
In this talk Debbie Ison of Tranquil Awakenings will talk about the importance of self-care and self-love, something that healers and empaths often neglect due to the care and support they give to others. Over time, however, this can lead to fatigue and burnout. During this session Debbie gives ideas and suggestions as to how to prevent this and what can be done for you to get back to feeling like your best self.
14:00 Dr Sreenath Nair (MCMA, PhD, IPHM) – Dr Nair’s Herbal Solutions
Ayurveda for a healthy living
Ayurveda is one of the oldest medical systems of the world that offers a comprehensive approach to health and wellbeing. The talk will focus on the Tridoshas system of Ayurveda diagnosis. Dr Sreenath Nair comes from a family of Ayurveda vaidya (physicians) and he was trained in the traditional Ayurveda and Marma therapies by his father and grandfather. His wealth of knowledge in traditional Indian body healing systems has helped him to develop a range of herbal remedies and dietary recommendations for better health and wellbeing.
15:00 Tariq – Prestige Wellbeing (formerly Savhj Wellbeing)
Introduction to the Bowen technique, NST, and Energy Healing
Tariq uses his knowledge and experience to present this captivating talk for visitors to understand how the above-mentioned non-invasive treatments can help improve your quality of life – Tariq shares examples and anecdotes of how clients have benefited.
15:45 Milla – Drumming Workshop (half hour)
Closing Ceremony with Milla – bringing to a close day 1 of the Well Being – Mind Body and Soul Experience in a truly unique way (30 mins)
Room 3 Yoga Studio – Philip Burgess – The Body and Mind Place
11.00am – Unwind the Spine
Finding fluidity through Yin Yoga
A slow, gentle session focusing on movement and stillness through the spine.
12.00pm – Gentle Vinyasa Flow
Exploring breath-led movement
A gentle flowing practice linking simple movement with breath at an accessible pace.
1.00pm – Guided Relaxation
Time to pause, rest, and reset
A guided relaxation session offering space to rest and settle.
2.00pm – Movement for Desk Bodies
Gentle movement for modern working lives
A gentle session exploring simple movements often used to counterbalance prolonged sitting.
3.00pm – Rest Without Effort
Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra
A deeply restful session combining restorative postures and guided Yoga Nidra. Everything is optional and fully guided.
STAGE AREA – MAIN HALL
Live Music, Tai Chi Demonstrations, talks and mini workshops
For complete info and times see listing displayed at the Stage
including (not necessarily in this order):
Lisa Davies and Friends: 12:00 and 14:30
Awaken Your Inner Warrior Goddess
We are SO excited to be performing at the incredible Newark Well being Show- Mind Body & Soul Experience on the 14th & 15th February at the Lady Eastwood Centre, Newark Showground
Join us for a mesmerising fusion of bellydance and sword dancing — where ancient feminine energy meets fierce warrior strength.
Bellydance reconnects you to your centre — strengthening your body, calming your mind, and reigniting your spirit.
Sword dancing teaches balance, grace, and fierce focus — as you move with a blade like a crown, not a weapon.
This is more than a performance. It’s a ritual in motion, an invitation to witness what it looks like when women reclaim their wild, their power, and their joy.
- Come feel the rhythm.
- Come witness the magic.
- Come be inspired.
The sword is not a weapon. It is a crown. Wear it well.
Peter Wall – Innerlight Hypnosis
Past Life Regression
For over 20 years Peter Wall was the country’s leading Past Life Regressionist. During this fascinating presentation Peter will talk to you about the method of Past Life Regression, and of course there will be many anecdotes from his incredible Past Life Regression catalogue.
Roz – Hedera Herbal Medicine and Holistic Therapies
Reiki – A journey of spiritual development
In this 30 minute talk, Roz will share with you what brought her to Reiki, and the journey of becoming a Reiki Master Teacher. This will include touching on what Reiki is and some of the origins/history of Reiki and your chance to ask any questions you may have. This is also an opportunity to practice Gassho meditation and feel what Reiki feels like to you. Roz is a highly
Skilled Medical Herbalist BSc (Hons) NIMH, Reiki Master Teacher, Aromatherapist, Beauty Therapist, Student Crystal therapist and Student Hypnotherapist.
Mike – Crystal Cave
Pendulums and Dowsing
In his presentation Mike will demonstrate how to use a pendulum and give an introduction to ‘dowsing’
David Albans – author of recently published – ‘Dave Say’s Don’t Worry’
David discusses his book, Dave Says Don’t Worry. He is a well-known member of the community who has participated in the Well Being Shows since their inception. His book offers remarkable insights into overcoming worry. His talk enhances the book. However, attendees will gain incredible insights into how to transform worry into a means of discovering one’s true self and, in turn, find respite. David will help the audience understand the long-term effects of worry and how to close the circle of inner concern. David’s talk is truly groundbreaking and will inspire all who attend to enjoy a trouble-free life.
Gary Whitt – Urban Monk
Transformation
Gary shares his transformational journey across the USA and how it changed the way he lives and views this life – showing us that we can make changes to improve our life. Gary will be sharing his recent experiences and anecdotes from his travels.
Wendy Jackson Homeopath
Your Health in Your Hands
Wendy has been using homoeopathic remedies and all-natural remedies for some 22 years. Learn how an abundance of natural remedies can assist and support you in your healing journey to great health. It can be really simple, and I have many tools in my kit bag to teach you how to find the best solution for you. This will be a fun, interactive talk, so pen and paper will be provided to help you learn more about yourself.
