Winter Solstice Candlelight Yoga: An Evening of Stillness, Warmth & Giving Date: December 21, 2026
Join us for an intimate Winter Solstice Candlelight Yoga experience in the beautiful and cozy Fells Meadows Yurt.
Surrounded by candlelight and the peaceful beauty of nature, you’ll be guided through a nourishing Restorative-Yin Yoga practice, designed to help you slow down, release tension and settle into a deeper sense of calm.
Take a Peaceful Break
Take a peaceful break in the beautiful countryside of Northumberland County. Fells Meadows offers wide open fields, quiet forests, gentle walking trails, and a yoga yurt, the perfect setting for a restorative day devoted to slowing down and reconnecting.
In Support of the Living Ways Foundation, a federally registered Canadian charity in Northumberland County.
As the year comes to a close, take two hours to step away from the busyness of the holiday season and reconnect with yourself.
Join us for an intimate Winter Solstice Candlelight Yoga experience in the beautiful and cozy Fells Meadows Yurt.
Surrounded by candlelight and the peaceful beauty of nature, you’ll be guided through a nourishing Restorative-Yin Yoga practice, designed to help you slow down, release tension and settle into a deeper sense of calm.
There will also be time for quiet reflection, connection and a little holiday magic.
Our Facilitators
Tricia Summersby
Tricia is a certified yoga instructor, mindfulness mentor, and retreat guide with over 30 years of practice. She offers yoga, meditation, mentoring, and mindful retreats that support intentional and grounded living.
Leslie Fell
Leslie is the founder of Fells Meadows, a nature sanctuary in Northumberland County, and the charity Living Ways Foundation. She brings 40 years of experience in health and community care, enriched by teachings from Indigenous elders, and a passion for creating welcoming spaces for people to reconnect with nature, each other, and themselves.
“This is a day to refresh, relax and revel in nature.” - Donna Bennett
“A revitalizing experience on 100 beautiful acres with trails, elder trees, wildlife, and even a labyrinth for reflection. The food is fabulous with great care for dietary needs. A refreshing getaway to commune with nature." - Oct 2025
Details
Your Evening Includes
- Candlelit Restorative-Yin Yoga
- A gentle, deeply relaxing practice suitable for all levels.
Winter Solstice Reflection
- A moment to pause, reflect on the year behind you and create space for what lies ahead.
Guided Meditation & Mindful Breathing
- Simple practices to help calm the mind and bring you into the present moment.
Festive Treats & Warm Refreshments
- Stay awhile after our practice and enjoy seasonal treats in the warmth of the farmhouse.
Yoga for a Cause
- This special evening is being held in support of the Living Ways Foundation, bringing our community together to experience wellness while giving back.
A Beautiful Way to Welcome Winter
- The Winter Solstice marks the longest night of the year — and the turning point when the days slowly begin to grow lighter.
- It is a beautiful invitation to pause.
- To breathe.
- To let go of what no longer serves you.
- And to welcome the light ahead.
Whether you are new to yoga or have an established practice, you are warmly welcome.
No previous yoga experience is required.
Fells Meadows Farms is a tranquil 100-acre country property in Northumberland County, between Toronto and Kingston.
Easily reach us from major areas:
Toronto: 75 minutes east of Toronto
Kingston: 75 minutes west of Kingston
Ottawa: 3 hours southwest of Ottawa
Peterborough: 45 minutes southeast of Peterborough
Toronto Pearson Airport: 90 minutes east of Toronto Pearson Airport
Dates
Monday, Decmber 21, 2026
Schedule
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Fells Meadows Yurt
Rates $45.00 per person + HST
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