Rewild with your Child
A Family Retreat
The Dell, The Cairngorms ~ 31st may - 4th June
Tucked into the ancient pines…
On the edge of the Abernethy Forest, The Dell is a collection of traditional cottages - beautifully restored with pine flooring, exposed beams, claw-foot baths to soak in and sun dappled lawns to look out to. Old trees tower over and toasty fire pits promise outdoor adventures both day & night.
This June, we’re bringing our most popular retreat up to the Cairngorms where we invite you and your family to slow right down, come back to the earth and enjoy yoga, wild swims, warm saunas, and shared evenings under the starry, Scottish skies.
Days like this…
Each morning after a hearty breakfast, the children head into the woods for their forest school - building dens, exploring and creating - while you get some time to breathe deep and remember who you are outside the daily rush.
Reuniting for shared afternoons of connection, with activities like storytelling with Sarah Hobbs - who weaves Highland folk tales, Gaelic culture and the wild landscape around you into something the whole family will remember.
This isn’t a trip where you have to keep everyone entertained. It’s a chance to reconnect with nature, with each other, and with yourself.
Kind words from guests about Rewild with your Child…
“It was an incredible experience to share with my daughter and grandchildren. I have wonderful memories which I will always treasure and I will wholeheartedly recommend the retreat to friends and family. The chefs produced the most amazing food, I’ve never eaten so well! And Jocie was the perfect host, always cheerful, happy and ready to help, thank you "
- Sue
“I cannot express just how wonderful this retreat was. We were genuinely able to slow down, spend time in nature, shut off our phones and enjoy every moment - without thinking about what we should do, what food we needed to make, and if we were well enough stocked with snacks! This retreat fully acknowledges the needs of parents and their children and nails the balance between family time and adult time. An absolute rarity. And therefore a must do for all families"
- Jackie
“I can’t work out how to put into words what I want to say. I am so grateful for you and the beautiful retreat you created for us all. We felt so taken care of and supported and nourished at every single moment. I feel lucky to have been able to have met you and all of the other amazing people that came this week. Please pencil me in for next year!!!”
- Sarah
What’s included
The price is inclusive of up to TWO ADULTS and up to TWO CHILDREN. (Additional children are very welcome at a small extra fee. Babies under 2 years require 1:1 childcare at a small additional fee)
We also have 2 rooms that are available for a single/solo parent and child/ren. (Both these rooms have just one double or 2 small beds but potentially space for a cot or floor mattress)
All food (3 delicious meals a day - plus snacks, teas, coffees, fruit and juices. All allergies, intolerances and dietary preferences can be accommodated for)
All activities including daily yoga, saunas and other family activities (confirmed nearer the time)
4 hours of morning Forest School childcare with our incredible team of compassionate child carers
Evening workshops ranging from sound healing, women’s and men’s circles - with a babysitting ‘listening in’ service provided
All bedding, towels, hairdryers, shower gel & bubble bath!
A unique, Theta Retreats welcome bag packed full of goodies
How your woodland week might look…
Arrival Day - Check in from 4pm
Exhale, acclimatise and discover your welcome bag
6pm Group dinner in the Tipi
Days 1-3
8am Hearty breakfast
9am Handover to Forest School childcarers
9.15am - 10.45am Yoga with Jocie in the local village Hall
10.45am - 12pm free time for massage, sauna or wild loch swim!
12.15pm Adult & kids lunch separately before reuniting at 1pm
2pm - 4pm Free time or afternoon activity with your child, (could be kids yoga, storytelling, creative workshop or kids ceilidh!)
4pm Afternoon tea and cake
6pm Group dinner
8pm Free time or an evening workshop with a babysitting ‘listening in’ service provided. These range from sound baths, to restorative yoga or sauna rituals.
THE ROOMS
Dell Lodge
A family home at its core, this 4 bedroom cottage has been renovated and stripped back to it’s traditional features and updated with an a feel of simply luxury. With sun-filled views south to the Cairngorms, this space offers the perfect spot for two families to relax and enjoy their rewilding experience. The cottage has two bathrooms, one wet room with a toilet and one with shower over the bath.
Each booking is for 1 King Bed Room + one Room with a Small Double and a Single bed. Cots are available.
Price for 1 Family (2 bedrooms) £2867
East Dell
Our most secluded little cottage, tucked away with views across the fields to the river. The enclosed garden is filled with morning sunshine and has its own pretty sit-ootery under an old oak tree.
Family bathroom with a bath & shower.
Ground Floor Double + upstairs room with Double and Single bed
Price for 1 Family (Whole cottage) £3067
South Dell
A 3 bedroom cottage with a gorgeous, scandi-style feel. The cottage has one shared bathroom with bath & shower.
Ground floor Double + Twin beds upstairs
Upstairs two singles
Price for 1 Family (2 bedrooms - double + twin) £2867
Price for 1 Solo parent + 1 child/ren (1 bedroom with two singles) £1967
West Dell
A great, 3 bedroom family cottage with large open plan living room spilling out onto the main lawn. It features original deep set windows and beautiful axe-cut beams. This cottage has one shared bathroom with a shower.
Upstairs Double + Twin beds upstairs
Ground Floor Double (room for a cot or floor mattress)
Price for 1 Family (2 bedrooms - double + twin) £2867
Price for 1 Solo parent + child/ren (1 bedroom double bed) £2067
Dell Cottage
A beautiful, spacious hideaway with 2 bedrooms, a sun filled living space, oak, parquet floors, an open fire and a walk in shower of dreams! The family bathroom also has a bath.
Double room (room for a cot or floor mattress) + sofa bed in lounge
Price for 1 Family (Whole cottage) £3067
Need to Knows
Everything is included for you
3 delicious meals a day - with menus for children & adults and baby led weaning or puree options for babies
All yoga, saunas, workshops, childcare (4 hours a day) & babysitting (2 x evenings)
A unique welcome bag for you to take home with local products & gifts
The only additional cost would be a massage or beauty treatment if you choose to book one
Price is for 2 adults & up to 2 children
Except the two rooms that are allocated for single or solo parents who may bring up to 2 children (if the room space allows). Additional children are very welcome for an extra investment of £200. We request that babies under 2 require 1:1 childcare at an extra investment of 250
If your room/cottage space allows, you may also bring an additional adult, (family member, grandparent or friend!) at an extra fee
Getting there
The Dell is located in the Cairngorms in Scotland. Aviemore train station is 20 minutes in a taxi and Inverness airport is one hour in a taxi or hire car.
Rewild with your Child
A Family Retreat
Still have some questions? Feel free to call Jocie on +44 7976 639028 or email us: hello@theta-retreats.com