Sound Bath at Woolstone Community Centre

Shon Ross brings another sound bath to Woolstone Community Centre on Friday 27 November, the latest in the monthly series he runs across the village. It's part of his wider Sound / Gong Bath programme, which he holds on the last Friday of every month at both the community centre and Holy Trinity Church, so if you've missed the previous ones, this is your next chance to get in.

Ross describes the sessions as deeply immersive, meditative experiences. You're bathed in the sound and vibrations of a range of sound-healing instruments — gongs, bowls and drums among them — with the aim of helping you let go of anxiety and tension and find a bit of peace, calm and well-being. He frames each session as a dedicated pause from the demands of modern life, a space to fully switch off, recalibrate and come back feeling clear, grounded and renewed. It's the kind of thing that works for mindfulness practitioners and yoga enthusiasts, but it's just as open to anyone new to alternative wellness.

There are a few practical things to keep in mind before you book. A sound bath might not be suitable if you're in the first or last three months of pregnancy, or if you have a pacemaker, metal cochlear implants, epilepsy or seizures. It's also worth checking if you have sound-sensitive conditions like tinnitus, labyrinthitis or Meniere's Disease. The sessions are for over-18s, though 16-year-olds can join if they're with a parent. You don't need to bring your own gear — mats are provided on the day.

There are three one-hour sessions to choose from, starting at 12:15, 6:00 and 7:45 pm, with doors opening 15 minutes before each one. They're held at Holy Trinity Church and Woolstone Community Centre, Mill Lane, Woolstone, MK15 0AJ. Tickets are £20, pre-book only and non-refundable.