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B&B NORTHERN PORTUGAL: Small organic property, beautiful mountain views, close Penedes-Geres National Park. Accommodation for two, with ensuite. Further information: Annie mlynamb@aol.com

VIVIENNE BELL, INFINITE BEAUTY and GRACE: Artist, Photographer, Canvases, Paintings, Prints, Cards, Superb gifts for every occasion or for you home. Tel: 01243 864944 Website: www.fromnaturesgarden.co.uk

JILL PURCE HEALING FAMILY & ANCESTORS - RITUAL & RESONANCE: Residential Week Intensive and Summer Solstice Celebration 7 Days June 15-22 near Glastonbury. Extremely powerful and Magical! Transform inherited patterns into magical blessings, bringing harmony, Jill's unique ceremonial shamanic healing rites, using chant and family constellations, restore coherence within family fields in oracular ways unavailable in normal therapy. Excluded ancestors are integrated as powerful allies. Families do not need to be living. Individuals and families welcome. Tel 0207 435 2467. Email: info@healingvoice.com Web: www.jillpurce.com

VENUE FOR COURSES & WEEKENDS: Near Oxford, beautiful family house and artists' retreat with large 17thC Barn in 22 acres of surrounding woodland, fields, orchard and gardens. Resident chef/ housekeeper. House sleeps 12, Barn could seat 400! www.stonehillhouse.co.uk

HAPPINESS & SUSTAINABILITY: July 20th to 22nd, residential weekend course in Devon with Jenni Horsfall and Chris Johnstone (co-author, with Joanna Macy, of new book Active Hope: how to face the mess we are in without going crazy). For details, see events page at www.activehope.info

STORYTELLING WEEKS/COURSES IN CRETE: Friends of Amari invite you to experience the serenity of the village and valley of Amari, immerse yourself in the richness of story, myths and legends and the simplicity of Cretan village life. www.friends-of-amari.org Culture, Connection, Creativity

STORY-TELLING AND STORY-MAKING WORKSHOPS: Journey into the world of Story and enjoy colourful and playful sessions designed to nurture creativity and develop storytelling skills. Weekend courses held in Hereford - overlooking the River Wye. Website: www.storyspace.co.uk.

WALK THE STORY OF THE UNIVERSE: An exhilarating glimpse into the history of everything, combined with a delightful stroll through the English countryside. www.universewalk.co.uk

RECEPTION-LECTURE-DEBATE-DINNER: CLOVELLY LECTURES. May 10th, 2012, at Clovelly Centre, Clovelly, EX39 5SY. Speaker: The Rt Hon Lord Paddy Ashdown GCMG KBE PC. "Why the world will never be the same again and what we should do about it." 6pm for 6.45 pm. Tickets from £15. CONTACT: email clovellylectures11@gmail.com, Tel. 01237 431200

GAIA GROUPS are Resurgence readers' opportunity to meet together in local groups; sharing meditation, ideas, an eco-friendly way of life, and seasonal food. If there isn't a group near you - why not start one? People are encouraged to share responsibility and rotate houses to meet in, as this makes a more democratic community, so being the founder doesn't mean you have to take on all the work. for more information on local groups across UK contact resurgence@gaiacooperative.org or tel: 0845 458 4718

TRANQUIL RUSTIC FRENCH COUNTRY HOUSE nestled in Cevenne foothills. Sweeping views, organic produce, walking paths, wildflowers. www.frenchcountryhouse.weebly.com

GREECE: Findhorn-inspired community-based summer holistic holidays combine retreats, healing and creative arts workshops with lush forest, gorgeous beaches and Greek vegetarian meals. Also, non-workshop living-in-community holiday weeks. www.kalikalos.com Brochure: 0208 816 8533.

LOVELY SEASIDE COTTAGE: St Andrews, Scotland. A few steps from sea, shops and golf course. Sleeps 9. E-mail: marshalldavi@gmail.com

LITTLE WHITE ALICE your wild Cornish retreat. Six greener cottages nestle around a natural swimming pool in an ancient landscape high up in the West of Cornwall where sustainability and luxury go hand in hand. Wood burning hot tub, fire pits, veg patch, nature reserve and 25 acres to explore. Sleeping 2-12. www.littlewhitealice.co.uk. enquiries@littlewhitealice.co.uk. +44 (0)1209861000

ECO-FAMILY RETREAT or Permaculture Holiday. Beautiful valley location close to the Algarve's unspoilt Atlantic coast. Traditional rammed-earth farmhouse accommodation, children-friendly environment. Visit www.icanfeedmyself.com for more information and photos.

PEMBROKESHIRE COAST, FISHGUARD: Cosy old stone cottage, simple, secluded. Stove, books, garden. Sleeps 3+ 01348 872080

LA PALOMA, ANDALUCIA: Beautiful, hilltop casa rustica. Private, simple, unspoilt. Retreats/arts/holidays. www.lapaloma.co.uk 01239 682690

FOR ALL READERS - who are considering a trip overseas, we would urge you to visit www.seat61.com to plan your journey by train.

LONDON HAMMERSMITH - Nice B and B in family homes. Comfortable, centrally located. Direct transport to attractions, airports and Eurostar. Double £54, single £39 per night. Prices excluding Olympic period. Children's reductions. Tel. 020 7385 4904. www.thewaytostay.co.uk

RUGGED, BEAUTIFUL PEMBROKESHIRE - Two eco-friendly, recently converted barns on smallholding. Each sleeps 4. Coastal path 2 miles. Tel. 01348 891286. holidays@stonescottages.co.uk www.stonescottages.co.uk

BEAUTIFUL RURAL MONTGOMERYSHIRE: recently converted granary on organic smallholding. Quiet mountain retreat, stunning 40 mile views down Severn Valley. 40 minutes sandy beaches, excellent walking country, sleeps 4-6, log burner. Email: midwalesholidays@yahoo.co.uk or telephone 07779 873778.

STRESSFUL LIFE? Articles, blog, professional coaching. Sustainable living, sustainable small business, how to downshift. www.sallylever.co.uk

LIVING ON LOW-CARBON? Your story on how you reduced your carbon footprint could inspire others to do the same. Some examples are: 'How I gave up my car', 'Why I shop local' or 'My holiday by bicycle'. If you would like to contribute a 100-word report and photo on your low-carbon choice or product please contact Hannah Perkins by email: hannah@lowcarbonlifestyle.org