ART OF SLOWING. MONDAY EVENING WITH EVY. 19TH OCTOBER DROP IN TICKET
The Autumn season invites us to slow down; to come home following the season of Summer- being out in the world exploring, adventuring, and gathering over longer days. Autumn is the space between outside and in, where you stand on your front steps, arms full of everything you've harvested- ripe fruits and veg, memories, and experiences. A space to pause, sift through all you've collected- choose what you will bring inside with you, and what will be left out and brought to the compost. What remains are the gifts of the earth and this season of your life.
As the darker evenings draw in, join Evy in the Granary on Monday evening for a gentle yoga practice incorporating breathwork, mindful movement, and space to reflect and soften with the season. From the height of your inhale (Summer), feel the gradual cascade of your exhale (Autumn).
Monday 19th October 6:30pm-7:30pm
ART OF SLOWING. MONDAY EVENING WITH EVY. 26TH OCTOBER DROP IN TICKET
The Autumn season invites us to slow down; to come home following the season of Summer- being out in the world exploring, adventuring, and gathering over longer days. Autumn is the space between outside and in, where you stand on your front steps, arms full of everything you've harvested- ripe fruits and veg, memories, and experiences. A space to pause, sift through all you've collected- choose what you will bring inside with you, and what will be left out and brought to the compost. What remains are the gifts of the earth and this season of your life.
As the darker evenings draw in, join Evy in the Granary on Monday evening for a gentle yoga practice incorporating breathwork, mindful movement, and space to reflect and soften with the season. From the height of your inhale (Summer), feel the gradual cascade of your exhale (Autumn).
Monday 26th October 6:30pm-7:30pm
ART OF SLOWING. MONDAY EVENING WITH EVY. 2ND NOVEMBER DROP IN TICKET
The Autumn season invites us to slow down; to come home following the season of Summer- being out in the world exploring, adventuring, and gathering over longer days. Autumn is the space between outside and in, where you stand on your front steps, arms full of everything you've harvested- ripe fruits and veg, memories, and experiences. A space to pause, sift through all you've collected- choose what you will bring inside with you, and what will be left out and brought to the compost. What remains are the gifts of the earth and this season of your life.
As the darker evenings draw in, join Evy in the Granary on Monday evening for a gentle yoga practice incorporating breathwork, mindful movement, and space to reflect and soften with the season. From the height of your inhale (Summer), feel the gradual cascade of your exhale (Autumn).
Monday 2nd November 6:30pm-7:30pm
ART OF SLOWING. MONDAY EVENING WITH EVY. 9TH NOVEMBER DROP IN TICKET
The Autumn season invites us to slow down; to come home following the season of Summer- being out in the world exploring, adventuring, and gathering over longer days. Autumn is the space between outside and in, where you stand on your front steps, arms full of everything you've harvested- ripe fruits and veg, memories, and experiences. A space to pause, sift through all you've collected- choose what you will bring inside with you, and what will be left out and brought to the compost. What remains are the gifts of the earth and this season of your life.
As the darker evenings draw in, join Evy in the Granary on Monday evening for a gentle yoga practice incorporating breathwork, mindful movement, and space to reflect and soften with the season. From the height of your inhale (Summer), feel the gradual cascade of your exhale (Autumn).
Monday 9th November 6:30pm-7:30pm
ART OF SLOWING 2026. 5 WEEK BLOCK WITH EVY
A 5-week practice of slowing down with yoga
The Autumn season invites us to slow down; to come home following the season of Summer- being out in the world exploring, adventuring, and gathering over longer days. Autumn is the space between outside and in, where you stand on your front steps, arms full of everything you've harvested- ripe fruits and veg, memories, and experiences. A space to pause, sift through all you've collected- choose what you will bring inside with you, and what will be left out and brought to the compost. What remains are the gifts of the earth and this season of your life.
As the darker evenings draw in, join Evy in the Granary every Monday evening over five weeks for a gentle yoga practice incorporating breathwork, mindful movement, and space to reflect and soften with the season. From the height of your inhale (Summer), feel the gradual cascade of your exhale (Autumn).
Mondays 6:30pm-7:30pm £70 (5 week block)
12th, 19th + 26th October
2nd + 9th November
Drop in spaces also available for each session for £18, which can be booked seperatly.
ART OF SLOWING. MONDAY EVENING WITH EVY. 12TH OCTOBER DROP IN TICKET
The Autumn season invites us to slow down; to come home following the season of Summer- being out in the world exploring, adventuring, and gathering over longer days. Autumn is the space between outside and in, where you stand on your front steps, arms full of everything you've harvested- ripe fruits and veg, memories, and experiences. A space to pause, sift through all you've collected- choose what you will bring inside with you, and what will be left out and brought to the compost. What remains are the gifts of the earth and this season of your life.
As the darker evenings draw in, join Evy in the Granary on Monday evening for a gentle yoga practice incorporating breathwork, mindful movement, and space to reflect and soften with the season. From the height of your inhale (Summer), feel the gradual cascade of your exhale (Autumn).
Monday 12th October 6:30pm-7:30pm
PICK-UPS FOR PEACE FUNDRAISING DINNER
Pickups For Peace Fundraising Dinner
Friday 2nd of October, 7pm- 10pm-ish
£75
An evening raising much needed funds to support the work of Pickups for Peace (P4P), a charity dedicated to supplying four- wheel drive vehicles and urgently required aid to the people of Ukraine.
Join us for an evening of delicious food, great conversation and for a wonderful cause.
Beautiful sharing boards of steaks, homegrown salads and other delights, followed by a very tasty pudding.
Chefs Harris McNeill (Eastfield, Dundee) and Iain Broadhead (Little Trochry Farm) will be in charge of the coals and the hobs for the evening- so expect delicious things.
To date, the charity has delivered 907 4WD vehicles in 29 convoys, including crew cabs, ambulances & quad bikes loaded with essential humanitarian aid to support those most in need. But they're not stopping there - the people of Ukraine need our support more than ever.
Through the close links forged since 2022, P4P have established that these types of vehicle make a significant contribution to saving lives, and it is estimated that each vehicle delivered saves up to 10 lives - so, over 9000 lives saved by your generosity.
If you have one- come in your most interesting 4x4. We will have both the Series 1 Landrover and 101 Forward Control available for runs.
After dinner the evening will conclude with an auction hosted by TV presenter Simon Biagi who accompanied Richard and Archie on Convoy 24. Donations so far include: holiday cottages , interesting whisky, autographed British Lions rugby tops, a glamping mini break and more.
Guardswell is happy to host this evening for P4P (Pickups For Peace), supporting Richard Lamotte and Archie Gibson in their fundraising efforts.
All proceeds will go to the charity- with produce on the night being donated.
Very casual attire.
Bar available with a mix of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks.
Thank you for your generosity.
Every donation helps get life-saving aid to those most in need.
In order to purchase a ticket- please follow a link to our JustGiving page- to ensure that all of the money raised goes straight to the charity with the option to add GiftAid.
Each ticket is £75 for a seat at the dinner. Please leave a donation of at least £75 as well as your name and contact details (this can be done privately) so that we can contact you in advance of the dinner. If you have any allergies, we would really appreciate it if you could let us know in advance
We so appreciate all of your support in fundraising for this cause.
Please click the link to buy tickets- you will be redirected to the “JustGiving” page.
GUARDSWELL PRODUCE MARKET
Our low-waste produce market are back and the perfect answer to your one-stop, local, weekly shop. Dates for our market series are:
Wednesday 6th May
Wednesday 1st July
Wednesday 2nd September
3pm-7pm
Whether you work all week, work all weekend or care for another individual - thinking about what you eat, and where it comes from, has to fit around your schedule. Whether we like it or not, attitudes have changed in Britain over the last few decades that have created a disconnect between shopper and the food they are purchasing.
Our 'busy' lives and shrinking budget allocation for food is pushing us towards mass retail at unsustainable prices (for both shoppers and producers), often grown in unsustainable ways, with vast waste and use of packaging.
As much as we try to shop 'local' ourselves, the above could not be more true - we find ourselves having the time to do a 'weekly' shop in the evenings, usually on a week night - and at times when the local green grocers or butchers are no longer open.
Now, this is obviously not true for everyone - an urban individual keen to support smaller retailers can nip out in the lunch break - but as a rural dweller and worker, this isn't quite as easy - incongruous as this may sound. Surely being surrounded by agriculture, we should be the ones who can get our hands on the produce the easiest, and have the closest connection to it.
Come along to our markets and you'll find everything you need for a weekly shop (and pop stuff in the freezer so you have it for longer!) from fruit, veg to bread and brownies, all of the basics and a treat or two.
Please remember to bring your own shopping bags and containers.
GUARDSWELL PRODUCE MARKET
Our low-waste produce market are back and the perfect answer to your one-stop, local, weekly shop. Dates for our market series are:
Wednesday 6th May
Wednesday 1st July
Wednesday 2nd September
3pm-7pm
Whether you work all week, work all weekend or care for another individual - thinking about what you eat, and where it comes from, has to fit around your schedule. Whether we like it or not, attitudes have changed in Britain over the last few decades that have created a disconnect between shopper and the food they are purchasing.
Our 'busy' lives and shrinking budget allocation for food is pushing us towards mass retail at unsustainable prices (for both shoppers and producers), often grown in unsustainable ways, with vast waste and use of packaging.
As much as we try to shop 'local' ourselves, the above could not be more true - we find ourselves having the time to do a 'weekly' shop in the evenings, usually on a week night - and at times when the local green grocers or butchers are no longer open.
Now, this is obviously not true for everyone - an urban individual keen to support smaller retailers can nip out in the lunch break - but as a rural dweller and worker, this isn't quite as easy - incongruous as this may sound. Surely being surrounded by agriculture, we should be the ones who can get our hands on the produce the easiest, and have the closest connection to it.
Come along to our markets and you'll find everything you need for a weekly shop (and pop stuff in the freezer so you have it for longer!) from fruit, veg to bread and brownies, all of the basics and a treat or two.
Please remember to bring your own shopping bags and containers.
GUARDSWELL PRODUCE MARKET
Our low-waste produce market are back and the perfect answer to your one-stop, local, weekly shop. Dates for our market series are:
Wednesday 6th May
Wednesday 1st July
Wednesday 2nd September
3pm-7pm
Whether you work all week, work all weekend or care for another individual - thinking about what you eat, and where it comes from, has to fit around your schedule. Whether we like it or not, attitudes have changed in Britain over the last few decades that have created a disconnect between shopper and the food they are purchasing.
Our 'busy' lives and shrinking budget allocation for food is pushing us towards mass retail at unsustainable prices (for both shoppers and producers), often grown in unsustainable ways, with vast waste and use of packaging.
As much as we try to shop 'local' ourselves, the above could not be more true - we find ourselves having the time to do a 'weekly' shop in the evenings, usually on a week night - and at times when the local green grocers or butchers are no longer open.
Now, this is obviously not true for everyone - an urban individual keen to support smaller retailers can nip out in the lunch break - but as a rural dweller and worker, this isn't quite as easy - incongruous as this may sound. Surely being surrounded by agriculture, we should be the ones who can get our hands on the produce the easiest, and have the closest connection to it.
Come along to our markets and you'll find everything you need for a weekly shop (and pop stuff in the freezer so you have it for longer!) from fruit, veg to bread and brownies, all of the basics and a treat or two.
Please remember to bring your own shopping bags and containers.
SPOON CARVING WITH LOUISE FORBES.
It’s hard to describe the pleasure you get from stirring something with your own kitchen spoon, sprinkling sugar on strawberries from a wooden teaspoon carved by yourself, or even just sitting and rubbing your thumb over the bowl of something that you lovingly spent hours crafting. Whether its a stirring spoon or a coffee scoop... you'll leave with something you'll love forever.
We have managed to pin down the amazing Louise Forbes, of Louise Forbes design fame, to run another Spoon Carving day course at Guardswell Farm. It will be a jolly affair with happy chatter, all tools and materials provided...and you'll leave with a spoon that you carved yourself!
We'll also break for a Cart Shed Kitchen lunch to ensure that tummies are not left rumbling...as well as tea and coffee flowing throughout the day.
ROOTS + BOUNDARIES: HEDGELAYING FOR NATURE-FRIENDLY FARMS
Learn practical skills in hedge laying, tool use, and habitat-friendly farm boundary management on a working, nature-friendly farm.
We are delighted to be partnering with Nature Friendly Farming Network (NFFN) to bring you Roots & Boundaries - a hands-on hedgelaying training day at Guardswell Farm. Join expert hedgelayer Torquil Varty for a full day of practical learning designed for farmers, land managers, and stewards who will actively use these skills on the land.
Through demonstrations and supervised practice, participants will gain confidence in laying a hedge in a regional style, while mastering essential techniques in tool use, hedge preparation, finishing, and aftercare. The course also covers the wider benefits of hedgelaying: supporting biodiversity, improving habitat connectivity, storing carbon, and offering economic advantages such as reduced fencing costs and eligibility for agri-environment support.
With a small-group format (maximum 10 participants), the day encourages peer learning, skill sharing, and practical discussion on integrating hedgelaying into modern, nature-friendly farming systems. A lunch is provided, and the course takes place on the working, nature-friendly Guardswell Farm.
Torquil Varty
Based in Angus, Torquil runs Angus Boundaries, a specialist business dedicated to the restoration and care of traditional field boundaries. With more than 25 years of hedgelaying experience, he has worked across a huge variety of farms and habitats, helping land managers bring neglected hedges back into productive, wildlife-rich condition.
To find out more and to book a place on this exciting course, click here or on the link below and head on over to NFFN’s booking page on eventbrite.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/roots-boundaries-hedgelaying-for-nature-friendly-farms-tickets-1975093785681
ROOTS + BOUNDARIES: HEDGELAYING FOR NATURE-FRIENDLY FARMS
Learn practical skills in hedge laying, tool use, and habitat-friendly farm boundary management on a working, nature-friendly farm.
We are delighted to be partnering with Nature Friendly Farming Network (NFFN) to bring you Roots & Boundaries - a hands-on hedgelaying training day at Guardswell Farm. Join expert hedgelayer Torquil Varty for a full day of practical learning designed for farmers, land managers, and stewards who will actively use these skills on the land.
Through demonstrations and supervised practice, participants will gain confidence in laying a hedge in a regional style, while mastering essential techniques in tool use, hedge preparation, finishing, and aftercare. The course also covers the wider benefits of hedgelaying: supporting biodiversity, improving habitat connectivity, storing carbon, and offering economic advantages such as reduced fencing costs and eligibility for agri-environment support.
With a small-group format (maximum 10 participants), the day encourages peer learning, skill sharing, and practical discussion on integrating hedgelaying into modern, nature-friendly farming systems. A lunch is provided, and the course takes place on the working, nature-friendly Guardswell Farm.
Torquil Varty
Based in Angus, Torquil runs Angus Boundaries, a specialist business dedicated to the restoration and care of traditional field boundaries. With more than 25 years of hedgelaying experience, he has worked across a huge variety of farms and habitats, helping land managers bring neglected hedges back into productive, wildlife-rich condition.
To find out more and to book a place on this exciting course, click here or on the link below and head on over to NFFN’s booking page on eventbrite.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/roots-boundaries-hedgelaying-for-nature-friendly-farms-tickets-1975084622273?aff=erelpanelorg
CHARITY CHRISTMAS FAMILY CEILIDH
Family Ceilidh + Christmas Gathering
Saturday 20th December
6.30pm start, arrival from 5.30pm
Carriages at 11pm
Join us at Guardswell for a family ceilidh, bring your own picnic and a chance to celebrate the season together.
A community get together- with an opportunity to jig the night away + chink glasses with your neighbours.
Band- Sporran Again (as local as they come) 3 piece- fiddle, flute and guitar.
Dress code: kilts, jumpers, party dresses, dancing shoes, jabots, swinging sporrans.
Bring your own picnic + we’ll provide a locally stocked bar.
Tables of 8, or buy a ticket and we can pop you on a shared table.
£10 Per ticket (£5 for children) with all proceeds from tickets will be going to CHAS
If you have younger children and want to get them fed a little earlier- we will be set up for 5.30pm, so please feel free to arrive from then.
A LITTLE WINTER STORE
A littler version of our favourite pop up Winter Store. Small but perfectly formed.
Beautiful, useful, local, weird, interesting things- for yourself or for someone you love (or even just like a little).
Join us on the 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th of December for a little mosey around the Steading and a peruse of our “little” Winter Store, this year situated in our Provisions Store.
10am-6pm
Lovely items for gifts
Food for over the festive period- including our own Shetland beef, Hebridean hogget and mutton.
Incredible wine and other exciting drinks
A little pop up coffee bar with some sweet treats, to enjoy whilst walking, or take a wee seat and stay a while.
Come along and say hello.
A LITTLE WINTER STORE
A littler version of our favourite pop up Winter Store. Small but perfectly formed.
Beautiful, useful, local, weird, interesting things- for yourself or for someone you love (or even just like a little).
Join us on the 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th of December for a little mosey around the Steading and a peruse of our “little” Winter Store, this year situated in our Provisions Store.
10am-6pm
Lovely items for gifts
Food for over the festive period- including our own Shetland beef, Hebridean hogget and mutton.
Incredible wine and other exciting drinks
A little pop up coffee bar with some sweet treats, to enjoy whilst walking, or take a wee seat and stay a while.
Come along and say hello.
