Winter Solstice Gathering - Dec 12th

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As we approach the darkest point of the year, we gather. The Winter Solstice is a natural pause. The longest night. A moment to turn inward, become quiet and make space before the gradual return of the light. Our Winter Solstice Gathering is a slow, intimate day retreat at Evanachan Farm on the shores of Loch Fyne, with the option to continue the experience overnight at the Kilfinan Hotel. This is a day designed around warmth, stillness and rest. We’ll begin quietly, gathering by candlelight for meditation and intention setting before moving into a slow, grounding yoga practice. There is nowhere to rush to. The morning is simply an invitation to arrive, soften and reconnect with yourself. After practice, we’ll gather around the table for a warming seasonal lunch made with simple winter ingredients, before heading down to the lochside sauna for heat, fresh air and, for those who want it, a cold dip in Loch Fyne. As the afternoon light begins to fade, we’ll return to the dome for a long restorative practice. Supported postures, blankets, candlelight, gentle hands-on massage and deep rest will lead us into a closing meditation as darkness settles around the farm. And rather than rushing home at the end of the day, you can stay a little longer. We’ll head ten minutes down the road to the Kilfinan Hotel, where a hearty seasonal dinner, a warm fire and a comfortable bed will be waiting. The following morning is intentionally unstructured. Sleep in. Have a slow breakfast. Wrap up warm for an optional beach walk. Sit with a coffee by the fire. There is nothing you need to accomplish before heading home. A small winter pause before Christmas. A chance to gather, reflect on the year that has been, and decide what you would like to carry with you into the season ahead. A gathering to mark the darkest days of winter and welcome the gradual return of the light. The Schedule SATURDAY 10:00am - Arrive + Gather 10:30am - Slow Morning Practice 12:00pm - Seasonal Lunch 1 pm - Sauna + Sea 3pm - Tea 3:30pm - Candlelit Restorative + Massage 4:30pm - Closing Meditation 5pm - Head to the Kilfinan Hotel 6:30pm - Dinner SUNDAY 8:30–10:00am - Slow Breakfast 10:00am - Optional Beach Walk 11:30am - Head Home Single Occupancy - £370 each Double Occupancy, shared room w/ one double bed - £570 for two (£285 each) ** if booking double occupancy, please email us the name of the person you'll be sharing with