Chinese Astrology And You

When:

Tuesdays, 18:30 - 20:00

February 5, 12 and 19, 2026

About the Event

Chinese Astrology was first introduced in 2637 BC by the Emperor Huang Ti when he introduced the Chinese calendar. Similar to the Zodiac, it is based on twelve signs but these are animals, one for each lunar year, and on the five elements which change with each 12-year cycle. In this fascinating system, you will learn how both the animals and the elements illuminate traits of our true nature and why some of our relationships are more successful than others.

Our course, Chinese Astrology and You, is three weeks long. In Week One, we will learn the 12 Animal Signs and our Families of Affinity. This extensive knowledge affirms who we are in ourselves and in our relationships with others. In Week Two, we will see the influence of the signs for the hour of our birth and how the five elements add more dimension to our animal sign. These things add definition to the type of our Animal Sign. In Week Three, we will look at the importance of the year ahead for each of us, the Year of the Fire Horse. This information prepares us for possible difficulties and challenges, especially if the Year is of our own personal sign.

Throughout the course we will be gathering information which we can do from internet sources ahead of time or from a small book which I will recommend we use. The cost would be under £10 and I will give more information, once people have signed up. Activities, games and discussions will make our learning more enjoyable.

How to attend:

Book via Eventbrite (Preferred) or drop-in on the day

Suggested donations :

This event is on a suggested donation sliding scale. Please decide in what category you fall and what you might be able to contribute. Tiers are:

• £7 - Concession Tier 1
• £10 - Sustainable Tier 2
• £15 - Generous Tier 3

Note: For those unable to contribute financially, please get in touch with the facilitator to claim a free OR subsidised ticket. Please email Gail at info@bridgesunlimited.net

Room: The Library

Accessibility:

Please, it is important to let the organisers know in advance of any access requirements. Please email Gail at info@bridgesunlimited.net

About the Facilitator:

Gail Burton is an educator with an M.Ed. (OU) in Leadership and Management. She also is an experienced facilitator, having done more than 12,000 workshops, especially in the careers advice area in Canada. At present, she is enjoying running her business, Bridges Unlimited, so she can offer a range of Voyages to Self-Discovery courses, coaching and talks. These are designed to help people find out who they are and how to have a life they truly enjoy.

“I have been using Chinese Astrology in my life for over 30 years and love to share its usefulness with others. It was handed down to me by my brother who was taught by his Chinese T’ai Chi leacher. Although I am a Westerner, I find the wisdom of Chinese Astrology invaluable as each Lunar New Year approaches. The next sign foretells possibilities of the year ahead, whether it will be plentiful or problematic. Every January I prepare by consulting the wisdom in the forecast, then happily share this with people in my home and work life. It brings me joy to share this with as many people as possible.”

For more information, visit us at www.bridgesunlimited.net

More About Donations:

Participation in our community-led events is on a voluntary ‘by donation’ basis. This means that nobody is expected to make a payment if they cannot afford to do so.

Any donations received will be shared between the Centre and the facilitator, helping to make the events’ programme sustainable

For events which are Drop-ins you can donate on the day by:

• Bringing cash
• donating online on www.salisburycentre.org/donate (Please use reference “CHINESE ASTROLOGY“).
• Card payment option available at the entrance hall (Please enter the event name before making payment)

“What donation tier might be best applicable to me?”

• Concession Tier 1

This tier is for those who are students on a low income, carers, or single parents. It is also for people who are unemployed or underemployed, navigating financial hardship, or facing systemic barriers. If you rarely spend on extras or feel stressed about meeting basic needs, this tier exists so that you can still participate. Your presence matters, and you are welcome here.

• Sustainable Tier 2 Choose this tier if you have stable employment or a regular income, are able to meet your basic needs and some wants, and can occasionally go out or put a little money aside. At this level, you don’t often worry about making ends meet.

• Generous Tier 3This option is for those with a comfortable income or savings, who may own their home or have access to family wealth. You might go on holidays, eat out regularly, or shop for pleasure. Contributing at this tier helps support the wider community and those accessing the concession rate.