A series of immersive encounters with the land
At the equinoxes and solstices — the four hinge points of the year — we gather at Mossdale Woods to slow down, look closely, and feel the land shift beneath us.
Discover the SeasonsThis isn't a course. There's no curriculum. Just a day spent walking, noticing, eating together around the fire as the light changes.
Each gathering includes time alone in the woods — a practice we don't describe in advance, only offer on the day.
You'll leave with something harder to name. A sense of where you are in the year. A practice of attention.
"The thing to be known grows with the knowing."Nan Shepherd, The Living Mountain
You don't need to know anything about ecology, foraging, or the natural world. You just need to be willing to spend a day outside, paying attention.
Come alone or with someone. Come to one threshold or all four. Come back next year and notice what's different — in the land, and in you.
Each gathering marks a hinge point — the moment the land shifts from one state to another.
Saturday 21 March 2026
Light returning. Soil warming. The first green. We walk the waking wood and notice what's stirring — underground, overhead, in ourselves.
20 placesSaturday 20 June 2026
The longest day. Canopy full. Everything breathing. We sit in the abundance and let the fullness of the year settle around us.
20 placesSaturday 19 September 2026
Colour turning. Fungi rising. The year composting itself. We forage, gather, and witness the richness of letting go.
20 placesSaturday 19 December 2026
Bare branches. Short light. The land at rest. We walk the quiet wood and find what remains when everything else falls away.
20 places10:00am — 3:30pm at Mossdale Woods
Arrival
Gather around the fire. Tea, coffee, something warm. A chance to arrive, settle, leave the road behind.
Morning
A slow, guided walk through the woods. Noticing what's underfoot, overhead, in the air. No rush. No destination.
Midday
Soup and bread around the fire. Conversation or silence, as you prefer. Warming through.
Afternoon
Time together around the fire. Something to make, something to carry home.
Close
A seasonal reading. A few words to hold. Then silence.
"Pay attention. Be astonished. Tell about it."Mary Oliver
Per Gathering
£50
per person
Kennels Barn and woodlands, Mossdale, Scotland. Full directions sent on booking.
Warm layers, waterproofs, sturdy footwear, and a towel. We'll be outside all day in all weathers.
Woodland terrain with uneven ground. Please contact us to discuss your needs.
Twenty places at each threshold. When they're gone, they're gone.
Book Your PlaceLast updated: December 2025
These Terms and Conditions govern your booking and participation in The Turning Year programme operated by Naturally Smart Ltd ("we", "us", "our"). By booking, you agree to these terms.
2.1 All bookings are subject to availability and confirmation.
2.2 Full payment is required at the time of booking to secure your place.
2.3 The programme fee is £50 per person per gathering.
2.4 Prices include all activities, soup and bread lunch, and materials.
Please see our separate Cancellation Policy for full details on refunds and transfers.
4.1 We reserve the right to cancel or postpone any gathering due to extreme weather, insufficient bookings, or circumstances beyond our control.
4.2 In such cases, we will offer a full refund or transfer to an alternative date.
4.3 We are not liable for any additional costs you may incur (such as travel or accommodation).
5.1 Gatherings take place outdoors in woodland terrain. You must be physically capable of walking on uneven ground for extended periods.
5.2 You are responsible for wearing appropriate clothing and footwear.
5.3 You must inform us of any medical conditions or accessibility needs at the time of booking.
5.4 You participate at your own risk and must follow all safety instructions given by our staff.
6.1 We maintain appropriate public liability insurance.
6.2 We are not liable for any loss, damage, or injury except where caused by our negligence.
6.3 Our liability is limited to the amount paid for the booking.
We reserve the right to ask any participant to leave if their behaviour is disruptive or dangerous, without refund.
We may take photographs during gatherings for promotional purposes. Please inform us if you do not wish to be photographed.
Your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and UK GDPR regulations.
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of Scotland. The courts of Scotland shall have exclusive jurisdiction.
Naturally Smart Ltd
Hensol Kennels Cottage, Mossdale, Scotland
Email: info@naturallysmart.world
Company Registration: SC846104
Last updated: December 2025
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Last updated: December 2025
We understand that circumstances change. Our cancellation policy is:
You may transfer your place to another person at any time before the gathering at no additional charge. Please notify us in writing at info@naturallysmart.world with the new participant's details.
If we need to cancel or postpone a gathering due to circumstances beyond our control (extreme weather, insufficient bookings, force majeure, or other unforeseen circumstances), we will:
We are not liable for any additional costs you may incur (such as travel or accommodation) if we need to cancel a gathering.
Under the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013, you have a 14-day cooling-off period from the date of purchase during which you can cancel for a full refund, unless:
To cancel your booking, please email info@naturallysmart.world with:
Refunds will be processed within 14 days of your cancellation request and will be returned to the original payment method.