Shaman’s Rest – Where Spirit and Nature Align
Sound baths, crystals, shamanic healing and woodland retreats with Andrew Elson
Explore our sacred spaces
Welcome to Shaman's Rest
Welcome to Shaman’s Rest, a sanctuary of healing, wisdom and deep spiritual renewal in the heart of Lichfield’s historic Tudor Row. Founded by modern-day shaman Andrew Elson, our space blends ancient tradition with grounded, accessible practices for today’s world.
What we host!
• Shamanic Sound Baths
• Crystal Healing & Courses
• Clairvoyant Readings
• Shamanic Workshops & Retreats
• Woodland Ceremonies
• Dreamcatcher Gifts – Crystal Shop
Shaman’s Rest – Our Tudor Row Healing Space
Set inside a 515-year-old Tudor coach house, Shaman’s Rest is a deeply atmospheric space filled with history, grounding energy and warm candlelit charm.
More about this space
• Shamanic sound baths (max 4 people)
• Drumming circles
• Reiki-infused sessions
• Mini workshops
• 1:1 healing
• Seasonal ceremonies
Open 7 days a week — booking required.
Dreamcatcher Gifts – Lichfield’s Crystal & Healing Shop
Located within the Tudor Row Coach House, Dreamcatcher Gifts offers hand-selected crystals, oracle decks, incense, jewellery, spiritual tools and shamanic instruments in a warm and calming space.
Inside our sacred store!
• Crystals & gemstones
• Spiritual tools & décor
• Oracle cards
• Handcrafted items
• Shamanic supplies
• Beautiful gift ideas
Your crystal haven in Tudor Row.
Nellie’s Wood – Woodland Retreats in the Peak District
Just ten minutes from Arbor Low, Nellie’s Wood is Andrew’s private 3-acre woodland set in a limestone gorge with a stream running through its heart.
Events we host here!
• Shamanic drumming
• Woodland sound baths
• Fire ceremonies
• Seasonal retreats
• Earth teachings
• Healing circles
• Storytelling evenings
A secluded natural sanctuary for grounding and connection. Protect your energy.
About Andrew Elson – The Modern-Day Shaman
Born in the tiny hamlet of Fisherwick, Andrew spent more nights in the woods than at home. Nature was his first teacher. Today he is known as a modern-day shaman blending earth wisdom, sound healing and intuitive guidance.
What does Andrew work with?
• Gongs, drums, rattles & bowls
• Breath and vibration work
• Oracle guidance
• Nature-based healing
• Founder of Dreamcatcher Academy
Andrew’s work helps people reconnect with nature, spirit and their true inner self.
Shamanic Sound Baths
Experience deep healing through gongs, drums, bowls, rattles and shamanic vibration inside our atmospheric Tudor cellar.
What's to offer inside?
• Only 4 people per session
• Intimate candlelit setting
• Earth energy amplified by stone
• Intuitive shamanic journeying
What are the benefits to sound baths?
Stress release • Emotional balance • Nervous system reset • Spiritual connection
Clairvoyant & Shamanic Readings
Andrew offers intuitive readings through oracle tools, spirit communication and shamanic insight, providing guidance and clarity for your path.
• Clear messages
• Direction for your journey
• Emotional healing insight
• Optional crystal guidance
Courses & Workshops
Accredited & Certified Spiritual Training
Explore accredited online and in-person courses + workshops designed to support healing, intuition, and spiritual awakening.
A few courses:
• Crystal Healing
• Shamanic Sound Healing
• Psychic Development
• Shamanic Reiki
• Deep Sleep
• Abundance
• Adoption & The Lost Child Within
A few of the workshops:
• Drum making
• Sound baths
• Crystal workshops
• Fire ceremonies
• Woodland retreats
Accredited & Certified Spiritual Training
Accredited & Certified Spiritual Training
All of Andrew’s courses are accredited through Dreamcatcher Academy and endorsed by a recognised Spiritual Workers Association, ensuring professional quality and trusted standards.
• Recognised certification
• Professional training quality
• Practitioner-pathway options
• Ethical, grounded teaching
Some of our courses include:
Crystal Healing, Shamanic Sound Healing, Psychic Development, Shamanic Reiki, Deep Sleep, Abundance and more.
Contact & Find Us
Contact & Find Us
Shaman’s Rest & Dreamcatcher Gifts
11 Tudor Row
Lichfield
WS13 6HH
Email: andrew_elson@sky.com
Nellie's wood - Peak District area (retreat location provided on booking)
Parking near Shaman's rest and our store
• The Maltings
• Bird Street
• Beacon Street