Feeling lost? Find a new direction with these modern-day mystics in London
Modern life can be a little overwhelming and leave you feeling like you need to find some direction. Everyone has their own method of doing this – whether it’s heading to a yoga studio to stretch themselves into a zen zone or getting out of the city for a mind-clearing day trip. Other people look to the spirit world for guidance, consulting mediums and tarot readers to help them sort through the confusing clutter of their lives.
Crystals and consulting your spirit guides is very much back in vogue right now and you’ll find plenty of spots across London where you can get your own personal reading down. Some places will even teach you how to read the cards yourself, so you won’t have to wait for appointments to find some clarity once you’ve mastered the art. Here are our picks of where to get your tarot read in the capital.
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The Wellness Foundry was set up by former fashion designer Fiongal Greenlaw after the pressures of modern life led him to spiritual and psychic exploration. The alternative healing centre now offers a range of left-field workshops, including one-to-one tarot readings from a squad of experts, either in person, over the phone or via Zoom.
Wellness Foundry, Vauxhall. From £70. Find out more here.
What do Kim Kardashian West, Tracey Emin and Larry King all have in common? Why, they’ve all been to see the Psychic Sisters, of course. This sprawling group of tarot card readers are the big international players of the clairvoyant world. Run by Jayne Wallace, they appeared in all the glossy mag titles after they landed a spot in Selfridges, where they still offer appointments. It's pricier than your average high street tarot. But if it’s good enough for Hollywood's finest, it’s good enough for us.
Selfridges, 400 Oxford St. From £80 per half hour. Find out more here.
This Clapton shop is the place to go for all things holistic wellbeing, whether you’re looking for natural skincare products or new crystals to protect your energy. If you’re on the hunt for something a little less tangible and a lot more spiritual, they’ve got you covered, too. Pop in for a one-hour tarot reading from Anna in the shop’s cosy treatment room and ask for guidance on any burning questions in your life, or just get an overview of the months ahead.
Earth To Roots. 12 Clarence Rd. £45 for 60 minutes.
A boutique bookshop and cultural centre for those with an interest in spirituality, culture, religion and divination, Treadwells is a hub for anyone into tarot. Its experienced line-up of tarot readers are available any day of the week, offering varied approaches to suit all comers. If you can't make it to the Bloomsbury shop, appointments are available online. Be warned: there's also a sensible code of practice in place, which stops visitors from seeking readings more than once every three months.
Treadwells, 33 Store St. Tarot readings £90 for an hour, £50 for 30 minutes. Book here.
Mama Moon is run by local witch and healer Semra Haksever, who’s committed to spreading positivity with empowering magic. Alongside selling potions, spell kits, candles, books and more, Haksever also offers bespoke spell sessions and tarot readings to help you get some clarity on whatever’s going on in your life and move forward with confidence. She used to operate a shop in Hackney, but now holds pop-up readings across the city. Keep an eye on her website or contact her for more information.
Mama Moon. From £30.
Janis King has been working in the tarot field for 15 years and has trained in spiritual mediumship, so she comes with a ton of experience in understanding the cards. She offers limited in-person sessions in Twickenham, or virtual sessions via Zoom or WhatsApp video. Want to learn the way of tarot yourself? Join one of her courses, which range from four weeks to one year in length – and get to grips with the meanings behind the deck.
Janis King. Twickenham. From £65.
Billing themselves as the voice of modern soulseekers, She’s Lost Control is a lifestyle brand that’s more polished than Mystic Meg’s crystal ball. The shop sells homemade skincare, healing crystals and vases wood-fired in Bali, as well as offering a varied line-up of spiritual workshops. Check their line-up of tarot sessions, which range from readings infused with Jungian theory to ones that take inspo from nature, to search your soul with the help of the cards.
She’s Lost Control, 42 Valentine Rd. From £85.
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