“Imagine waking, to the gentle whispers of the Scottish Borders, surrounded by rolling hills and the promise: today is dedicated solely to your music.”

In May 2026, a select group will gather at the magical Roulotte Retreat. Here, amidst bohemian charm and breathtaking nature, you'll shed distractions and immerse yourself in an intimate creative catalyst experience.

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“Ever wanted to share your musical passion? Craved connection with other creatives who truly understand your drive, your challenges, and your triumphs?”

You’re in the right place.

Situated in a wildflower meadow at the heart of the Scottish Borders Countryside, below the legendary Eildon Hills.

Every roulotte is unique and offers a stylish and utterly blissful experience to enjoy time and space away from everyday life in the midst of unspoilt countryside – an area of outstanding natural beauty.

All of this and more – a natural rewilded meadow with secluded space for each of the seven roulottes, all set around wildlife ponds. To complete the WOW factor, each quirky roulotte has its own individual character which is unique in colour, carvings, texture, furnishings and fabrics.

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All roulottes have the following amenities:

Wood Stove, Sofa, Double bed, Sheets/towels, Fridge/freezer, Oven/grill/rings, Kettle, Cafetiere, Pots, Crockery, Utensils, Glassware, Shower, Toilet/Washroom

Spa facilities (eco-sauna / copper hot tub) available in some roulottes (additional £100)

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MENTION THE STUDIO

- Mentorship, Not Lecturing: Benefit from the wisdom of industry professionals, providing personalized mentorship, giving you the keys to unlock your unique voice and navigate your next musical steps.

- Curated Connections: Forget generic, dull workshop seminars. Our small, hand-picked group means genuine collaboration, shared insights, and a supportive community of fellow musicians who understand your journey.

- Mindful Creativity: We believe true art emerges from a calm, inspired mind. Our retreat blends focused musical development with ample space for relaxation, reflection, and connection with nature – all essential for a thriving creative spirit.

- Collective & Individual Growth: Enjoy a perfect balance of solo creative time and inspiring group sessions. From collaborative songwriting to shared performance opportunities, you'll benefit from all the collective energy while receiving tailored individual advice.

- Replenish & Reimagine: You'll gain new songwriting secrets and practical skills, but more importantly, our trip is designed so you'll leave feeling creatively revitalized, with a renewed sense of purpose and a deeper understanding of your artistic journey.

USP ??? Why us and not someone else?? “About us” section

Our retreats are designed with the specific intention to meet people at any point in their musical journey. Everyone with an existing musical practice is welcome; whether you’re a keen amateur hobbyist or a flashy seasoned pro, as long as you bring enthusiasm and an open-mind, there’s something here at NextNote to nourish you.

Friday (Arrival/First Day)

- Arrival between 12-2

- Initial session (2-3)

- Icebreakers

- Getting comfortable with each other

- Why did you come to this retreat?

- Musical background

- etc..

- Setting expectations

- Orientation

- Tea/Coffee + cakes

- Fundamentals session (3-4)

- Improvising

- Enable people to create from the get-go

- Core principles of creativity

- Warming up creative exercises

- Musical gibberish

- Check-in (4-5)

- First activity (5-7)

- See the surrounding area

- Walking locations

- Encourage people to walk for creative rest + inspiration

- Creative focus

- Improvising

- How the surroundings impact your creativity

- Pizza Partyyyyy (7-8)

- Beer? BYOB? 12 crate?

- Variables

- Lead by example. Not drinking

- Campfire jam (8-late)

- Solidify principles

- Practical application

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## Saturday (Full-day of music)

- Self-catered breakfast (7-10)

- Encourage mindfulness

- Encourage being musical

- Independent music time

- First session (10:30-12)

- Inspiration focus

- Setting specific briefs for individuals

- 1st break (12-1)

- Food

- Bring your own?

- Sandwiches

- Pastries?

- Encourage rest and walking etc…

- Individual time

- 2nd Session (1-3)

- 1-1 session time

- 15-30 mins each person

- Encouraging collaboration (3-5)

- Pair people who are keen to collaborate

- Performance/show and tell (5-7)

- Chance to show what you’ve been working on

- How did the collaborations go?

- Encourage feedback

- Open discussion

- Recording opportunities

- Dinner (7-8)

- Evening jam/Special guest (8-late)

- Hopefully, jam with said special guest

- Indian dinner?

- Well-presented

- Gourmet meal prepared by an indian chef cooked on site

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## Sunday (Reflection and farewell)

- Check-out (10:30 AM)

- Not off-site, just out of Roulottes

- 1st session (10:30-12)

- Reflection/show and tell again

- Final opportunities for recording

- Say goodbye to the area

- Final lunch (1-2)

- Something nice

- 2nd Session (1-2:30)

- Reflection and intention setting

- Sharing individual experiences

- Q&A on application

- How do I use this in my daily routine?

- Finding time/easy integration

- Ending gifts

- Farewell (3-4 at the latest)

- Final picture together

- Encourage the sharing of photography

- Super early-bird for attendees only

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# Activities

- Guided creative workshops

- Daily creativity cue/challenge

- Preceding the event

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- Writing focus

- Lyrics and musical ideas + how to combine them

- Nonsense words/musical gibberish

- Put melodies to chords

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- 1-1 time with both tutors

- Time in nature.

- Walk

- Time for writing in nature

- Encourage regular walks to inspire creativity and take a break

- Recorded seminars

- Use the drums

- Drum circle

- Ghost writing session

- You write a song for me

- Incorporation of mindfulness

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# Pre/Post-Retreat Cues/Challenges/Gifts

Great for selling the retreat and making people comfortable before and after the retreat feeling like we genuinely give a damn

## Pre

- Stuff

- Writing challenges

- Group chat/community page

- FB

- Whatsapp

- etc…

- 1-1 initial consultation

## Post

- More 1-1 time optional

- Post-consultation