Communicating with Nature for Healing Retreat in Scotland
Creagan House Retreat Centre, Strathyre, Callander, Stirling, Scotland
Creagan House Retreat Centre, Strathyre, Callander, Stirling, Scotland
Saturday 24th - Thursday 29th May 2025
(5 nights)
Arriving lunchtime on the 24th May - leaving after breakfast on the 29th May
(5 nights)
Arriving lunchtime on the 24th May - leaving after breakfast on the 29th May
Summary
Join us for a magical and unique retreat in the breathtaking Scottish Highlands, in which we will tune into nature with the help of the mineral kingdom. The area around where we live is known locally as a place where the 'veils are thin', and the peak opposite us is known as 'Ben Shian' (which translates as 'the fairy hill'). You will be going on walks and hikes in the surrounding forests and hills as well as visiting places nearby, including a very ancient tree, a prehistoric stone circle, and natural waterfalls. You will also be spending time tuning in to the different trees, plants, and flowers in different locations.
You'll also learn which crystals can help open your senses more to nature and help tune you into the Elemental Kingdoms (the intelligences behind nature), and about the different qualities of each of these crystals, and put this into practice in our time outside. You will also learn about and work with the Bach Flower Remedies, which all derive from nature, and experience how these can help support you in life.
The retreat program includes periods of free time to explore the beautiful mountains and lochs surrounding us. There are lots of forest walks and hikes to take from our Centre. We also have our own waterfall a few minutes walk up the hill behind Creagan House.
You'll also learn which crystals can help open your senses more to nature and help tune you into the Elemental Kingdoms (the intelligences behind nature), and about the different qualities of each of these crystals, and put this into practice in our time outside. You will also learn about and work with the Bach Flower Remedies, which all derive from nature, and experience how these can help support you in life.
The retreat program includes periods of free time to explore the beautiful mountains and lochs surrounding us. There are lots of forest walks and hikes to take from our Centre. We also have our own waterfall a few minutes walk up the hill behind Creagan House.
Description
The retreat is a chance to spend time deeply communicating with the nature kingdoms for healing in all its forms, both physical and on the subtle levels. We will explore the beauty and magic of nature and the mineral kingdoms, whilst being held and nourished within stunning and atmospheric Scottish scenery. The retreat is both practical and profound and also includes group meditations and periods of sharing.
Included in the retreat:
Included in the retreat:
- Tuning into and sensing the energies of nature
- Group Meditations and quiet time both indoors and out
- Learning about the elmental kingdoms who look after nature
- How the devic kingdoms are connected to the Angelic
- Crystals that help connect more strongly with the subtle realms and nature’s intelligence (the Devic kingdoms) and experiencing this in nature
- The differences between the crystals that connect to nature
- How to work with nature for healing
- An overview of the Bach Flower Remedies and working with these for heailng.
- Hikes and walks in nature
- Visit to a prehistoric stone circle
- Visit to a very ancient tree
- Visit to Loch Katrine
- Visit to some ancient healing stones
- Tuning into different plants and flowers and trees
Food
All food is vegetarian and home-cooked. We usually provide breakfast, lunch, dinner and teas, coffees and snacks (biscuits/fruit) during the day. However, please note, on two days of the Communicating with Nature for Healing retreat we will be on outings, so do not provide lunch on these days, but we will be visiting a cafe or diner whilst we are out where you will be able to buy your own lunch instead.
We can cater for the following diets (just let us know on booking): Dairy free, gluten free, sugar conscious, vegan and vegetarian.
Because we are a small retreat centre, the same dishes are cooked for everyone, so we are not able to cook individual meals and to specifics beyond the above. Please do check below therefore that these meals are suitable for you and if you have any questions over whether we will be able to cater for you, please get in touch with us prior to booking.
Where possible produce is locally sourced, some is home grown (depending on the season) and where possible organic.
Lunch is usually home made soup and we have a main meal in the evening.
We can cater for the following diets (just let us know on booking): Dairy free, gluten free, sugar conscious, vegan and vegetarian.
Because we are a small retreat centre, the same dishes are cooked for everyone, so we are not able to cook individual meals and to specifics beyond the above. Please do check below therefore that these meals are suitable for you and if you have any questions over whether we will be able to cater for you, please get in touch with us prior to booking.
Where possible produce is locally sourced, some is home grown (depending on the season) and where possible organic.
Lunch is usually home made soup and we have a main meal in the evening.
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Facilitator
ROB BURLINSON
Rob leads the retreat week. He is a very experienced workshop and retreat teacher. Since 2014 he has taught the Academy of Inner Resonance two-year Diploma Course in Crystal and Energy Healing. From 2017 he also facilitated week-long crystal retreat workshops at the Findhorn Foundation in Scotland. He is a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor, gaining his Diploma from the Mary Ward Centre in London, and is also trained in Experiential Astrology.
Rob began his own training in Crystal and Energy (Spiritual) Healing with the Vibrational Healing Foundation (VHF) in London in 2007, and qualified as a Subtle Energy Medicine Specialist, which recognises a four years training in subtle energy work, incorporating a Diploma in the Bach Flower Remedies.
Rob leads the retreat week. He is a very experienced workshop and retreat teacher. Since 2014 he has taught the Academy of Inner Resonance two-year Diploma Course in Crystal and Energy Healing. From 2017 he also facilitated week-long crystal retreat workshops at the Findhorn Foundation in Scotland. He is a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor, gaining his Diploma from the Mary Ward Centre in London, and is also trained in Experiential Astrology.
Rob began his own training in Crystal and Energy (Spiritual) Healing with the Vibrational Healing Foundation (VHF) in London in 2007, and qualified as a Subtle Energy Medicine Specialist, which recognises a four years training in subtle energy work, incorporating a Diploma in the Bach Flower Remedies.
Accommodation & Retreat costs per person
The prices listed below are all per person for the Communicating with Nature for Healing Retreat and are inclusive of 5 nights accommodation, full board (except for the two days when we are on outings and you will be able to buy your own lunch in a cafe or diner) and refreshments, and all workshop retreat content. The retreat workshops can also be taken without full board - get in touch for more details and the cost.
The prices listed below are all per person for the Communicating with Nature for Healing Retreat and are inclusive of 5 nights accommodation, full board (except for the two days when we are on outings and you will be able to buy your own lunch in a cafe or diner) and refreshments, and all workshop retreat content. The retreat workshops can also be taken without full board - get in touch for more details and the cost.
Private En-Suite Double Room for 1
Normal Price: £995
£930 'early bird offer'
If deposit paid six weeks prior to course start date.
Tastefully furnished double room with comfortable double bed and en-suite bathroom with views of the Scottish hills and forests.
The price listed is per person.
For two sharing this double room please get in touch for cost
Normal Price: £995
£930 'early bird offer'
If deposit paid six weeks prior to course start date.
Tastefully furnished double room with comfortable double bed and en-suite bathroom with views of the Scottish hills and forests.
The price listed is per person.
For two sharing this double room please get in touch for cost
Shared En-Suite Twin Occupancy Room
Normal Price: £830
£780 'early bird offer'
If deposit paid six weeks prior to course start date.
Tasteful shared twin en-suite room. Shared with one other retreat guest of the same gender.
The price listed is per person
Normal Price: £830
£780 'early bird offer'
If deposit paid six weeks prior to course start date.
Tasteful shared twin en-suite room. Shared with one other retreat guest of the same gender.
The price listed is per person
Private En-Suite Four-Poster Bed Bedroom for 1
Normal Price: £1,050
£998 'early bird offer'
If deposit paid six weeks prior to course start date.
Beautiful double room with traditional Four-Poster bed and en-suite bathroom and views of the Scottish hills and forests.
The price listed is per person
For two sharing this double room please get in touch for cost
Normal Price: £1,050
£998 'early bird offer'
If deposit paid six weeks prior to course start date.
Beautiful double room with traditional Four-Poster bed and en-suite bathroom and views of the Scottish hills and forests.
The price listed is per person
For two sharing this double room please get in touch for cost
Private En-Suite Kingsize Bed Bedroom For 1
Normal Price: £1,080
£1,030 'early bird offer'
If deposit paid six weeks prior to course start date.
Tastefully furnished room with comfortable king-size bed and en-suite bathroom with views of the Scottish hills and forests.
The price listed is per person.
For two sharing this double room please get in touch for cost.
Normal Price: £1,080
£1,030 'early bird offer'
If deposit paid six weeks prior to course start date.
Tastefully furnished room with comfortable king-size bed and en-suite bathroom with views of the Scottish hills and forests.
The price listed is per person.
For two sharing this double room please get in touch for cost.
Additional Costs
Stirling Train Station pick up/drop off service
Stirling is the train station is closest to us. Its about a 40 minute drive from us. We are happy to arrange to pick you up and drop you back off there if required. This pick up and drop off service is at a special cost of £12 each way for retreat participants.
Glasgow International or Edinburgh airports pick up/drop off service
Edinburgh Airport is just over an hour from us by car. Glasgow International Airport if about an hour fifteen minutes from us by car. We are happy to arrange to pick you up and drop you off back at either aiport. This airport pick up and drop off service is at a special cost of £20 each way for retreat participants (which is inclusive of the £5 entry/ exit fee at the airport pick up point).
Extra nights
If you are travelling from further away, it might be advisable to book the Friday night prior to the retreat with us too so you ready for the Saturday afernoon start. Some guests also choose to extend their stay until the Friday after the retreat to give them a chance to integrate what they have experienced and 'decompress' back to 'normal life' after the retreat. Extra nights are charged at £95 per person for bed and breakfast per night for a private room and £75 per person if in a shared room.
Stirling Train Station pick up/drop off service
Stirling is the train station is closest to us. Its about a 40 minute drive from us. We are happy to arrange to pick you up and drop you back off there if required. This pick up and drop off service is at a special cost of £12 each way for retreat participants.
Glasgow International or Edinburgh airports pick up/drop off service
Edinburgh Airport is just over an hour from us by car. Glasgow International Airport if about an hour fifteen minutes from us by car. We are happy to arrange to pick you up and drop you off back at either aiport. This airport pick up and drop off service is at a special cost of £20 each way for retreat participants (which is inclusive of the £5 entry/ exit fee at the airport pick up point).
Extra nights
If you are travelling from further away, it might be advisable to book the Friday night prior to the retreat with us too so you ready for the Saturday afernoon start. Some guests also choose to extend their stay until the Friday after the retreat to give them a chance to integrate what they have experienced and 'decompress' back to 'normal life' after the retreat. Extra nights are charged at £95 per person for bed and breakfast per night for a private room and £75 per person if in a shared room.
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Getting to us
Arrival by Train
Stirling train station is closest to us.
Arrival by Plane
Book your flight to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) or Glasgow International Airport (GLA) (NOT Glasgow Prestwick airport).
If you have a choice, fly to Edinburgh as this is a little nearer to us.
Arrival by Car
We are located off the A84 and easy to find. We are just outside of Strathyre village if travelling from the South and signposted on the road on the right hand side.
Stirling train station is closest to us.
Arrival by Plane
Book your flight to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) or Glasgow International Airport (GLA) (NOT Glasgow Prestwick airport).
If you have a choice, fly to Edinburgh as this is a little nearer to us.
Arrival by Car
We are located off the A84 and easy to find. We are just outside of Strathyre village if travelling from the South and signposted on the road on the right hand side.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can participate in the retreat?
The retreat is open to everyone of a basic toreasonable level of fitness.
Are the walks and hikes strenuous?
No. However, you would need to be at least okay with a one and a half hour/two hour walk with a break in the middle along a reasonably flat surface or a half- hour hike on a medium incline.
Do we need to bring our own crystals or Bach Flower Remedies?
No. All crystals and Bach Flower Remedies are provided on the workshop. However, if you want to bring your own crystals with you of course, that's up to you!
When does the Communicating with Nature for Healing Retreat begin and end?
The retreat begins after lunch on the first Saturday. The first workshop session is after lunch, around 2.30pm. You are welcome to arrive on the Saturday morning, get settled in and have lunch with us prior to the afternoon session. The retreat ends the following Thursday after breakfast, after which guests depart. If you are travelling from further away, it might be advisable to book the Friday night prior to the retreat with us too. Some guests also choose to extend their stay by a day to the following Friday to give them a chance to integrate what they have experienced and 'decompress' back to 'normal life' after the retreat.
For further Frequently Asked Questions go here
The retreat is open to everyone of a basic toreasonable level of fitness.
Are the walks and hikes strenuous?
No. However, you would need to be at least okay with a one and a half hour/two hour walk with a break in the middle along a reasonably flat surface or a half- hour hike on a medium incline.
Do we need to bring our own crystals or Bach Flower Remedies?
No. All crystals and Bach Flower Remedies are provided on the workshop. However, if you want to bring your own crystals with you of course, that's up to you!
When does the Communicating with Nature for Healing Retreat begin and end?
The retreat begins after lunch on the first Saturday. The first workshop session is after lunch, around 2.30pm. You are welcome to arrive on the Saturday morning, get settled in and have lunch with us prior to the afternoon session. The retreat ends the following Thursday after breakfast, after which guests depart. If you are travelling from further away, it might be advisable to book the Friday night prior to the retreat with us too. Some guests also choose to extend their stay by a day to the following Friday to give them a chance to integrate what they have experienced and 'decompress' back to 'normal life' after the retreat.
For further Frequently Asked Questions go here
Reviews of Creagan House Communiating with Nature Retreats
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Choral and Brenda
I needed shelter for a while away from everyday pressures. I think this retreat chose me. It was very peaceful in such a beautiful part of this country and it allowed me to disconnect from the outside world for a bit. I also thought that having just five fellow retreaters was the perfect number, allowing us all to achieve a closeness and trust that might not have been possible in a bigger group. An awe-inspiring experience. Beautiful people and a beautiful place. Sense of peace and rejuvenation on returning. Would highly recommend to all future travellers seeking refuge from this mad world for a short while. Rob and Milan, the retreat hosts, were exceptional and welcomed us all like we were all lost family. The food was amazing, and nothing was any trouble, so well done, and a big thank you to you both. Darren I was looking for a getaway from daily demands/people/work. It offered what was needed, a detox from everyday life. It offered pure relaxation/tranquility and great food. The landscapes, being in nature was the we liked the most. Accomplishment of a calming nature was achieved and soul fed, bringing us back to serenity and balance. A great place to clear the mind and bring some stability back to oneself. |
Gael
Wonderful facilitators, and a retreat I would highly recommend to anyone! I was looking for a short break close to home and this was just a quick train journey away. Plus, there was no yoga, which was not on my agenda at this time. Everything was included, so I did not have to plan meals or connecting travel. I loved that it gave a sense of nurturing and connection. This was evident from the first message to Rob, which was engaging and friendly. I loved gathering in the mornings in the gorgeous baronial space and learning new things. There was a gentle, relaxed pace, and everyone fit around each other. The food was lovely, too. I met some lovely people and got to feel looked after for a few days. There were also some fabulous trips out to local sites which I would not normally have considered. The retreat was in a beautiful setting, and Robert and Milan were so welcoming and caring. I have travelled alot, and I don't think I have ever stayed in a place so clean or comfortable. Rob is approachable and full of wisdom, and Milan is tremendous fun. He is not the type to suffer fools, which makes him even more fabulous and authentic. I have the utmost respect for these two caring and wise people. Nothing was too much trouble for either of them. |