Abbey Wood

Wild camping, spiritual retreats, pure nature.

United Kingdom Earlston donation

Abbey Wood offers a truly wild camping experience for those seeking a deep connection with nature and a break from modern conveniences. This small, 2-3 acre woodland, owned by the Buddhist charity Tariki Trust, provides a rustic setting for spiritual retreats. You'll need to bring your own one-person tent and be prepared for a back-to-basics approach: no electricity, no running water beyond rainwater for basic washing, and a composting toilet. Drinking water is brought in, ensuring essential needs are met. It's an opportunity to sleep under the stars, listen to the sounds of wildlife, and embrace a simpler way of being, far removed from everyday distractions. This isn't glamping; it's an authentic, rugged retreat experience.

Highlights

Truly wild camping experience, requiring your own tent
No electricity or running water on site
Composting toilet and rainwater for basic washing
Owned by Buddhist charity Tariki Trust

Good for

nature loverswild camping enthusiaststhose seeking digital detoxback-to-basics retreatssilent retreats

Setting

Abbey Wood is a small, intimate woodland spanning 2-3 acres, located in Earlston. The atmosphere is one of raw nature, with the sounds of wild animals and the quiet rustle of trees providing the backdrop for your retreat. It's a place designed for disconnecting from the artificial and reconnecting with the earth.

Accommodation

Guests are required to bring their own one-person tent for sleeping. This is a wild camping experience, meaning you'll be sleeping outdoors under the stars, fully immersed in the natural environment.

Website www.tarikitrust.org/retreats

How to get there

The exact address for Abbey Wood is unknown, but it is located in Earlston. Specific directions would likely be provided by the center upon booking a retreat.

Nearest airport: Edinburgh Airport (EDI) (55 km)

Nearest city: Edinburgh

Public transport: Contact the center for transport details

Interested in this center? Check availability and upcoming retreats on their official site.

Visit Abbey Wood website

Climate

Climate Zone: Temperate

Best Months: Apr, Mar, Aug

Avoid: Nov, Dec, Oct

As a wild camping location, visitors should be prepared for varying weather conditions typical of the Earlston area, which can include cool temperatures and rain. Pack accordingly for an outdoor experience.

Location

Frequently asked questions

What amenities are available at Abbey Wood?

Abbey Wood provides a composting toilet and rainwater for basic washing. Drinking water is supplied in jerry cans. There is no electricity or running water beyond these provisions.

What should I bring for a retreat at Abbey Wood?

You will need to bring your own one-person tent. The center will send you detailed information before your retreat, outlining everything else you should bring for this wild camping experience.

Is Abbey Wood suitable for beginners to meditation?

While the center is used for spiritual retreats, the specific requirements or suitability for meditation beginners are not detailed. It's primarily a wild camping experience, so comfort with that style of accommodation is key.