MYTHIC RHYTHMS
at beautiful luxury eco-lodge Eagle Rock
20 – 29 September 2026
MYTHIC RHYTMS
A Celtic Drum-Making Retreat for
Women in the Scottish Highlands
MYTHIC RHYTHMS
at beautiful luxury eco-lodge Eagle Rock
20 – 29 September 2026
MYTHIC RHYTMS
A Celtic Drum-Making Retreat for
Women in the Scottish Highlands
MYTHIC RHYTHMS: Sacred Crafting and the Elemental Self
By making a drum from scratch whose purpose is to resonate, we dare to reveal ourselves, to be heard, and to speak with unapologetic confidence. Through this tactile, soulful process, you will transform nature’s raw elements into an instrument that becomes a powerful extension of your voice and spirit.
About
this experience
On ancient sanctuary land, immerse yourself in the transformative rhythms of nature, ancient Celtic and Nordic myths, sisterhood, and sacred craft during this nine-day retreat into the wild heart of Scotland.
Eagle Rock sits within a circle of ancient standing stones, marking its place as a Gaelic Clachan, or sanctuary. This historic site was chosen by ancient Celts as the location for a watchfire, a vital warning system against Viking invasions dating back to AD 737. Over time, it became a place of peace and connection.
The lodge features intimate and open living and work spaces with versatile lighting, wood and stone finishes, and a design that feels both captivating and cozy. Creature comforts abound, with high-end audio and screen technology, excellent WiFi, a snug, book-lined library with a wood-burning stove, and dreamy views of mountain and sea.
This retreat takes place at the beautiful luxury eco-lodge Eagle Rock
20 – 29 September 2026
Eagle Rock, Milton IV54 8LS, UK
Price from: £3499
INCLUDED IN YOUR RETREAT:
- 10 nights accommodation. (Prices vary by room, single or sharing).
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner (except for 2-3 meals on excursions).
- A full-day excursion to Skye, including all entrance fees to Dunvegan Castle.
- All retreat materials.
- Ground transport to and from Inverness.
- Daily teachings from Willow.
- Guided walks and wild swimming excursions.
- Pre-retreat orientation call.
- Post Retreat integration call
- Airfare.
- Missed transfers.
- Wine and beer (honor bar).
- Optional add-on excursions.
- Tips for Gerry and drivers.
- 2-3 meals off-premises.
- Travel insurance.
Total cost starting from: £3499
All the info you need for your retreat at beautiful Eagle Rock
Imagine you could retreat to the oldest sanctuary land in Britain, to a comfortable, beautiful eco-lodge nestled between standing stones, in the Wild Scottish Highlands. Imagine you could craft your own drum from red deer hide and ash, mulberry or birch wood (your choice), inspired by story and chant. Imagine you could take time for stillness in nature, true rest, and the work of your hands and heart on this intimate creative journey shared with 9 other women. By making a drum from scratch whose purpose is to resonate, we dare to reveal ourselves, to be heard, and to speak with unapologetic confidence. Through this tactile, soulful process, you will transform nature’s raw elements into an instrument that becomes a powerful extension of your voice and spirit. Who knows what treasures you will discover along the way? Riding on the cusp of Autumn, join us in the process of honouring and entering into winter’s darkness, scarcity and loss – from the abundance of Summer – whatever that cycle means to you personally. At this point in our lives, there is great release in the directness, compassion and unspoken understanding amongst women, which comes from hard-won self knowledge and life’s bumps. Also, humour. These are the key qualities of the sisterhood I call to my cliff!
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Your Retreat Leaders
Willow Lohr is your instructor for this course. Curiosity and an unfailing conviction in the existence of magic has led Willow to the Path of Ravens and Hares. Although she was born in the Netherlands, she has lived almost her entire life deep in the unspoilt nature of the mountains in Scotland. And although she is now guided by Nature, the Trees, the Animals, Rivers and Wind, her knowledge originates from 20 years of practical teaching in Bushcraft (Ray Mears), Tracking (CyberTracking), Handcrafts and Wilderness Skills. She is a Master Expert Beekeeper. So, you can expect her knowledge of Nature to be thorough and well-founded. All her experience is deeply connected in the Earth and the Elements but finds a firm footing in substantiating science. She will take you on a wandering path from present to past and back. She continued her philosophy studies with a specialization in the philosophy of the mind and then continued on the path of Shamanism and had lessons with Native Elders for four years. The combination of scientific thinking and the experiences from the traditional Paths means that Willow moves comfortably in nature and can stay there for a long periods of time. From this basic attitude, she will spark your connection.
Catherine Stewart Catherine has spent the last decade creating Eagle Rock, her haven and a highland home to many who return to Scotland. She will be offering daily short plant meditations. For just 10 minutes in the mornings, participants will be offered a tea or infusion created with indigenous plants with beneficial properties. She’ll share the stories and lore connected to the plant too. Catherine’s daily focus is on bringing out each individual’s voice, writing a novel, and running her music company.
Elizabeth Eaken fell in love with Eagle Rock when visiting with her family in the summer of 2024. After attending our spring 2025 Mythic Rhythms Retreat we have invited her back to help facilitate this retreat. Elizabeth will be assisting Willow and is so excited to help others experience the beauty of Eagle Rock and the teachings of Willow.
Gerry Esparon, our chef was born in the Seychelles, but has spent 40 years in the UK, raising a family of three girls, and making people happy with his organic, locally sourced ingredients and tasty food, all over the world!
Willow Lohr
Gerry Esparon
Elizabeth Eaken
Catherine Stewart
“I am Drum. Skin, Wood and Bone. Symbol and Sound. Here I am with a voice louder than your own, softer than a whisper, older than memory, calling you, healing you. I borrow your ears, echo your heartbeat, call you in, let you go. I tell an unbroken line of stories a child can understand or an elder finds wisdom in. I prophesy and announce. I put woes to rest and call joy to dance.
My song is old, yet my voice remains powerful. Come forth my companion and keeper, for I cannot speak without you, my voice is silent without your hands and passion. Together we gather, together we speak, together we are heard.
Just a sound on wood and skin and bone which casts the unspoken words into the world.”
– Willow Lohr
This retreat takes place at the beautiful luxury eco-lodge Eagle Rock
20 – 29 September 2026
Eagle Rock, Milton IV54 8LS, UK
Price from: £3499
INCLUDED IN YOUR RETREAT:
- 10 nights accommodation. (Prices vary by room, single or sharing).
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner (except for 2-3 meals on excursions).
- A full-day excursion to Skye, including all entrance fees to Dunvegan Castle.
- All retreat materials.
- Ground transport to and from Inverness.
- Daily teachings from Willow.
- Guided walks and wild swimming excursions.
- Pre-retreat orientation call.
- Post Retreat integration call
- Airfare.
- Missed transfers.
- Wine and beer (honor bar).
- Optional add-on excursions.
- Tips for Gerry and drivers.
- 2-3 meals off-premises.
- Travel insurance.
Total cost starting from: £3499
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Book your retreat spot
We are excited to welcome you to Mythic Rhythms and invite you to join us for this extraordinary journey. Space is limited to 12 participants to ensure an intimate and personalized experience.
Please email, WhatsApp or text to express your interest and your accommodation preferences. We will send you a questionnaire, to support your decision making process.
Catherine: catherinestewart1@gmail.com
+447701082195.
Elizabeth: fistik@sbcglobal.net
+1 330-221-4261 (text message in the U.S.)
Accommodation will be given on a first come, first serve basis.
A non-refundable deposit of $1500 is required by 20 April 2026 to secure your spot. We are open to creating payment plans too! The remaining balance is due by 10 September 2026.
*Cancellations made after 20 June 2026 are non-refundable, unless we can fill your spot, if we can, you will be fully refunded, barring bank charges.
Please email or whatsapp catherinestewart1@gmail.com to express your interest and your accommodation preferences. (+447701082195). Accommodation will be given on a first come, first serve basis.
2. A non-refundable deposit of £1500 is required to secure your spot.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Cancellations made after 19 May are non-refundable, unless we can fill your spot, if we can, you will be fully refunded, bar bank charges. We can make a plan if you’d like to pay in instalments.