Druidry

Although many see them as robed, mysterious people who gather every summer solstice at Stonehenge – which predates the Druids – believers say modern Druidry is chiefly concerned with helping practitioners connect with nature and themselves through rituals, dancing and singing at stone circles and other sites throughout the country believed to be "sacred."

Druids Recognized As Religion For First Time In U.K. AP 2010

Although many see them as robed, mysterious people who gather every summer solstice at Stonehenge – which predates the Druids – believers say modern Druidry is chiefly concerned with helping practitioners connect with nature and themselves through rituals, dancing and singing at stone circles and other sites throughout the country believed to be "sacred."

Druids Recognized As Religion For First Time In U.K. AP 2010

Although many see them as robed, mysterious people who gather every summer solstice at Stonehenge – which predates the Druids – believers say modern Druidry is chiefly concerned with helping practitioners connect with nature and themselves through rituals, dancing and singing at stone circles and other sites throughout the country believed to be "sacred."

Druids Recognized As Religion For First Time In U.K. AP 2010

Although many see them as robed, mysterious people who gather every summer solstice at Stonehenge – which predates the Druids – believers say modern Druidry is chiefly concerned with helping practitioners connect with nature and themselves through rituals, dancing and singing at stone circles and other sites throughout the country believed to be "sacred."

Druids Recognized As Religion For First Time In U.K. AP 2010

After initially rejecting the Druid Network's application, the Charity Commission decided this week that Druidry fit the bill.

Druids Recognized As Religion For First Time In U.K. AP 2010

After initially rejecting the Druid Network's application, the Charity Commission decided this week that Druidry fit the bill.

Druids Recognized As Religion For First Time In U.K. AP 2010

"It will go a long way to make Druidry a lot more accessible," he said.

Druids Recognized As Religion For First Time In U.K. AP 2010

"It will go a long way to make Druidry a lot more accessible," he said.

Druids Recognized As Religion For First Time In U.K. AP 2010

Adrian Rooke, a Druid who works as a counselor, said Druidry appeals to people who are turning away from monotheistic religions but still long for an aspect of spirituality in their lives.

Druids Recognized As Religion For First Time In U.K. AP 2010

"It will go a long way to make Druidry a lot more accessible," he said.

Druids Recognized As Religion For First Time In U.K. AP 2010