Litha - Summer Solstice Celebration

This relaxed celebration will take place in the ancient grounds of the atmospheric Sorbie Tower, a Scottish Tower house which is the ancestral seat of Clan Hannay, situated just outside Sorbie village, on the way to the coastal village of Garlieston in South Machars.

Whilst reconnecting with nature in this beautiful setting, we will begin the celebrations at 10:00am on the Saturday and continue throughout the day, welcoming Litha by watching the sunrise on the Sunday morning from the ancient Sorbie Motte, dating back to the 9th Century. During the celebrations throughout Saturday and Sunday there will be a number of activities for you to dip in and out of as you see fit, or enjoy all of them.

1. Reflection space, midsummer folklore tales
2. Midsummer flower wreath crafting
3. Wholesome food cooked over the fire including wild food treats
4. Deep breathwork, guided solstice sunrise meditation
5. Solstice fire circle & ceremony
6. Pewter spiral pendant casting

Optional Midsummers eve camping available to book separately

On the Saturday evening if you are camping, there will be the option to cook over the fire and share a meal together.

Food will be available and included as follows:

Saturday: Lunch included

Saturday evening meal: Bring your own food to cook over the fire and share if you are camping at Sorbie Tower

Sunday: Breakfast included

Come and join Way of the Wild and celebrate the turning of the Wheel of the Year and some Midsummer Magic.

Limited Camping is available on Midsummers Eve at Sorbie Tower, with use of Toilets & Showers and the bothy kitchen for £10 per person, per night for campervans (no electric hook up) or tents. Please note this is NOT included in the ticket price and is an additional extra which will need to be added to your booking. Please email wayofthewild42@gmail.com to confirm your place. Camping will only be available for those booking onto the Summer Solstice experience and for the Friday night only unless arranged prior to the event, contact wayofthewild42@gmail.com if you want additional camping.

TERRAIN

Please note the celebration takes place in the beautiful and atmospheric grounds of Sorbie Tower. The ground can be rough and uneven underfoot at times off the main paths, near to the forest camp. There is also a set of stairs in the Tower leading up to the Main Hall, where we will retreat to if the weather is too inclement.

MINIMUM AGE

11 years old. (Anyone aged 17 or under must be accompanied by a paying legal guardian)

MINIMUM BOOKING NUMBERS

Please note the minimum booking numbers are for Adult places, not child.

DIETARY REQUIREMENTS

Please inform Way of the Wild of any dietary requirements at the time of the booking either by email or on the medical section in the booking form. Thank you

Warm clothing as we will be either outdoors or inside Sorbie Tower, both have the potential to be cold at this time of year. Outdoor clothing should be tough and comfortable. Please wear long sleeved tops and trousers to protect your arms and legs from bites and woodland flora.

Waterproof jacket and trousers, just in case. Jeans should not be worn, as they are slow to dry, clinging and cold.

Walking boots or other tough footwear, trainers are not really suitable for the woodland areas.

If you have the following then please do bring your own (items with a star can also be provided)

*Camping Mug

Water bottle

*Pair of gardening gloves or similar (Can provide if needed)

Sunscreen and insect repellent (Smidge is great)

Hand sanitiser

The day will start with introductions and a safety brief at the meeting point.

Whilst reconnecting with nature in this beautiful setting, we will begin the celebrations at 10:00am on the Saturday and continue throughout the day, welcoming Litha by watching the sunrise on the Sunday morning from the ancient Sorbie Motte, dating back to the 9th Century. During the celebrations throughout Saturday and Sunday there will be a number of activities for you to dip in and out of as you see fit, or enjoy all of them.

1. Reflection space, midsummer folklore tales
2. Midsummer flower wreath crafting
3. Wholesome food cooked over the fire including wild food treats
4. Deep breathwork, guided solstice sunrise meditation
5. Solstice fire circle & ceremony
6. Pewter spiral pendant casting

Optional Midsummers eve camping available to book separately.

On the Saturday evening if you are camping, there will be the option to cook over the fire and share a meal together.

Food will be available and included as follows:

Saturday: Lunch included

Saturday evening meal: Bring your own food to cook over the fire and share if you are camping at Sorbie Tower

Sunday: Breakfast included

Come and join Way of the Wild and celebrate the turning of the Wheel of the Year and some Midsummer Magic.

Limited Camping is available on Midsummers Eve at Sorbie Tower, with use of Toilets & Showers and the bothy kitchen for £10 per person, per night. Please note this is NOT included in the ticket price. Please email wayofthewild42@gmail.com to confirm your place. Camping will only be available for those booking onto the Summer Solstice experience and booking is essential.