Take a little time out and learn a simple pleasure
The Dell is a beautiful, creative and versatile space to host a retreat or event of any kind. Right in the heart of the Cairngorms and on the edge of the Abernethy Forest the Dell is a peaceful place with great access to real wilderness.
Accommodation is versatile, owner Polly can provide creative and nourishing soul-food and a studio space can either be set in the woodland Tipi or first floor dual aspect room in the Lodge with open fire and views to the mountains.
We make sure your guests have the environment that allows them to relax and gain the most from the retreat. The kettle is always on, the fire stoked, candles lit and a warm welcome to the Dell.
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Spring 2018
Harry Bird and the Rubber Wellies
31 May
6pm
Original, entertaining and thought provoking, the Rubber Wellies are a travelling folk oufit like few others. Based in the Basque Country, Ireland and UK they are a touring collective skippered by singersongwriter Harry Bird, multi-instrumentalist Christophe Capewell and fiddler/vocalist Kitty Theodore.
With three albums under their belts and ten years of experience together on the road they have entertained audiences all over Europe and beyond in the manner of the musical troupes of old – a hard working, fiercely independent act with a love of feel-good fun.
Summer 2018
Rest & Restore
6 Jun - 31 Oct
7pm Most Wednesdays
£8
Why restorative yoga? In our fast paced busy lifestyle a restorative practice allows our busy bodies to fall into a well deserved state of effortlessness, focusing on muscular relaxation, creating softness of both the body and the mind.
In these magical Tipi sessions we will encourage deep relaxation and openness of the body, stillness of mind and give our selves that well needed break to foster our bodies true capacity for balancing and healing.
Sessions require no previous experience, just some comfy clothes, big cushion/bolster and big smiles.
Storm the Palace
9 Jun
8pm
Storm the Palace are the Edinburgh-based band of songwriter Sophie Dodds and multi-
instrumentalist Reuben Taylor (James Yorkstone, Meursault). They released their debut LP in 2017 to
critical acclaim; it was described by Scotland on Sunday as “one of the best albums of the year” and
by Folk Radio as “both challenging and inviting”. They have toured in the US, the UK and Ireland, but
this will be their time in the Highlands. They will be performing as a four-piece, with Sophie on vocals
and electric guitar, Reuben on accordion, Willa Bews on backing vocals and Jon Bews (Cantrip,
Shooglenifty) on backing vocals and fiddle. Expect atmospheric songs with imaginative lyrics and lush
harmonies.
Oh My Yogini - Summer Retreat
25 - 30 Jun
A luscious, sensory experience for heart, body and mind.
Join Women’s Wellness and Embodiment Coach Eugenia Twomey in celebration and revery with 12 conscious women.
Go within and witness your soul’s abundance.
Immerse you in self-love mastery practices that revitalise, ground and inspire: Yoga; Cacao Ceremonies; Art; Journaling; and Aromatherapy are available for your enjoyment and wonder.
Leave feeling authentically and creatively yourself and continue to be supported with new tools and resources for daily life upon returning home.
Kathryn Joseph
22 Aug
8pm
She returns! Can't quite explain the excitement at Dell HQ. Kathryn Joseph is one of the most beautiful performers on earth, Scottish Album of the Year Winner 2015 and Insider Safari favourite. This is going to be incredibly special, do not miss it!
Autumn 2018
Rest & Restore
6 Jun - 31 Oct
7pm Most Wednesdays
£8
Why restorative yoga? In our fast paced busy lifestyle a restorative practice allows our busy bodies to fall into a well deserved state of effortlessness, focusing on muscular relaxation, creating softness of both the body and the mind.
In these magical Tipi sessions we will encourage deep relaxation and openness of the body, stillness of mind and give our selves that well needed break to foster our bodies true capacity for balancing and healing.
Sessions require no previous experience, just some comfy clothes, big cushion/bolster and big smiles.
Yoga & Walking Retreat
19 - 22 Oct
£415
Peace, balance & inspiration … Escape to the wilderness for a luxurious weekend retreat of yoga & mountain walking.
Start & end each day in the best possible way with a challenging, aligned flow practice & meditation before breakfast & a wonderfully peaceful Restorative Yin Yoga practice each evening. During the day, hike in the beautiful Cairngorms National Park, taking in breathtaking scenery & exhilarating views.
Sarah is a teacher whose knowledge of yoga has been honed from over 20 years of constant personal practice & study. She is known for her steady enthusiasm, depth of knowledge & ability to lead students towards a stronger, more peaceful way of living.
We Love Retreat
9 - 12 Nov
£549 Earlybird / £599
Body Love and Yoga with The Chachi Power Project.
This retreat is hosted by Body Positive Advocate Danni Gordon from The Chachi Power Project. Join her and your personal Forrest yoga trained yogi, Janet McInnes, for a retreat into body love and fierce feminine energy.
On this fully catered 3 night retreat you can expect daily meditation, yoga and various creative workshops which will inspire, relax and perhaps challenge you. All activities are based around specific themes, intention setting, perspective shifting and learning how to reconnect and fall in love with your own body.
Expect plenty of self care, star gazing, creative writing, winter walks, craft workshops, fire pits, energising stretching and delicious locally sourced food.
Winter 2018
Sorry. There are no workshops scheduled at this point in the year.
Treat someone to an experience at the Dell
If you have stayed at the Dell or simply like the look of what we do here you can now pass it on by way of a voucher.
Gift Vouchers
Whether it be a romantic break, a weekend yoga retreat, a fire pit session or a bottle of wine on arrival, allow us to look after this for you.
Keep in touch?
We'll let you know when we add new workshops and dates to the calendar.