The Solace by Emma Cares

04/06/2026

Our guests love Little Birdie Coffee ☕

Be sure to buy the The Courier tomorrow - the lovely Lucy Scarlett did an article on Little Birdie
The Courier UK

04/06/2026

Update: Look who I found! 🪵🐣
Remember my post from earlier where I missed the shot? Well, I got a second chance, and it turns out this gorgeous Great Spotted Woodpecker is actually a fledgling!
The poor wee thing is just out of the nest, finding its feet, and exploring the grass and ferns. It was so magical to sit quietly and watch a brand-new generation of woodland life figuring things out.
So glad I had my camera ready this time! ❤️👇

04/06/2026

Woodland Magic! 🪵✨
I had the most incredible, and slightly dramatic, experience walking through the ancient woodland today. The local woodpeckers have officially fledged!
As I was walking, the quiet woods were suddenly filled with the frantic chirping of a baby bird and the alarmed cries of an adult. Before I knew it, a tiny baby woodpecker crash-landed right near me! 🫣
It was absolutely beautiful, a perfect little bundle of black and white feathers with a bright, distinct red cap. I made sure to keep my distance, gave it some space to find its bearings, and quietly went on my way so the parents could take over.
Of course, the one day I leave my camera behind, this happens! 🤦‍♂️📸
I didn't get the crash-landing on film, but I went back later hoping for another sighting. But I did see the Green woodpecker high up in the canopy.
Just take the time to listen 👂

04/06/2026

🌿 A Place Where Love Takes Root 🌿
There is a very specific kind of magic that happens when you strip away the fuss and focus entirely on what matters most: two people, a promise, and the quiet, grounding witness of nature.
Looking back at my own special day in this collage, I’m reminded of just how profound an intimate woodland wedding truly is. Standing beneath the canopy, surrounded by the soft rustle of the leaves, it felt like the world slowed down just for us.
That is exactly the feeling we want to share. We are so touched to open our clearing at The Solace for Intimate Scottish Woodland Weddings and Elopements.
If your dream day involves fresh air, the scent of gorse and wildflowers, a hand fasting by a private waterfall, and a small, meaningful gathering, we provide the perfect natural backdrop.
✨ Your Day, Your Way ✨
We provide the beautiful, private space-the ancient trees, the clearing, and the woodland magic-and you bring your unique love story to life! We are strictly a space-only venue, meaning you have the freedom to arrange your own:
📜 Celebrant or Registrar to make it official
🪵 Perfect food, whether that’s a rustic BBQ, a picnic, or local catering
🌸 Decor and personal touches to make the woodland your own.
Whether it’s a secret elopement just for the two of you or a tiny, intimate gathering of your absolute favourite people, it’s a space where you can breathe, connect, and let love truly take root.
And the magic doesn’t have to end when the celebrations are over. The Solace provides the perfect, secluded sanctuary for a romantic mini-moon, allowing you to slow down, unwind, and wake up as newlyweds wrapped in the quiet peace of the woods. 🥂✨
🍃 Now taking very limited inquiries for bespoke, space-only woodland ceremonies and mini-moons. 🍃
Drop us a message to chat about hiring the clearing for your quiet piece of magic.

📎 www.solaceglamping.co.uk

27/05/2026

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but reading how our guests feel after a stay at The Solace is what truly makes my day. 🌿✨
​From the sound of the waterfall to the "soft and fluffy" towels, I strive to make sure every detail helps you find that sense of peace we all need. Hearing that it’s more than just a getaway, but a "feeling," is the highest compliment I could receive.
​Thank you so much for the kind words! Who else is ready to find their "feeling" of peace this season?
​👇 Book your escape here:

Www.solaceglamping.co.uk

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22/05/2026

Ooh go girl, so proud of you and all that you have achieved so far..looking forward to the future of Growspace 🌱💚🍃

21/05/2026

Quite a Collection of Roe Deer Skulls for the New Website which will be going Live Soon
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20/05/2026

World Bee Day at The Solace 🐝🌼✨
​A little reminder from our quiet corner of the Perthshire hills that even the smallest creatures have the biggest jobs.
​Tucked away down in our clearing, surrounded by the gentle rustle of the trees and the sound of the water, you can hear a beautiful, steady hum today. It turns out that the wild landscape surrounding the shepherd’s hut isn’t just a peaceful sanctuary for our guests-it’s a five-star luxury resort for Scotland’s native bees! 🌿

​Right now, our clearing and banks are alive with colour, and every single wildflower has a buzzing visitor:

​💛 Our bright patches of yellow gorse and hardy dandelions are the ultimate early-season fuel stop, providing vital, rich nectar for big, velvety queen bumblebees who have just woken up from their winter hibernation.

💙 The carpet of native bluebells nodding in the woods is a favorite for the striking White-tailed Bumblebee. Did you know that if their tongues can't quite reach the bottom of the deep blue bells, they’ll cleverly bite a tiny hole in the base of the flower to sip the nectar directly?

​We love celebrating our local hard workers-both the winged kind and the human kind! We are so lucky to have our wonderful friends,The Growspace Network nearby. Christiane Valluri-Nitsch has been incredibly busy tending to her bee colony, and their very first batch of fresh local honey is actually being spun right now! How exciting is that? Talk about fresh from the hive. 🍯✨

​In old Celtic folklore, bees were seen as wise, gentle messengers connected deeply to the land. There was a beautiful tradition called "Telling the Bees," where people would step outside to softly whisper their news, joys, or quiet reflections to the hives.

​Next time you are sitting outside the hut, enjoying a morning coffee or listening to the woodland birds, take a moment to listen to the steady, peaceful buzz in the clearing.

​To the tiny workers keeping our wild spaces blooming, and our brilliant local keepers-thank you! 💛🐝

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