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Ireland Retreat Schedule

July 19–26 | A journey of grounding, wonder, and wild beauty. Below, you’ll find our agenda, thoughtfully curated to support your experience.

Please note:
All experiences and timing are lovingly planned with care, but may shift based on weather, local rhythms, or the natural flow of the group. We invite you to hold the itinerary lightly and trust that each day will unfold in perfect time.

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  • Welcome, travelers! Today is for soft landings—breathe in the Irish air, get settled, and begin to unwind. Guests will be arriving at different times, so meals will be at your discretion. There’s a restaurant within walking distance, and a few things in the house to nibble on throughout the day.

    Feel free to make use of the gym, the infrared sauna, or take a dip in the sea as you ease into the rhythm of the week.

  • 2:00 PM – Our sacred beginning:

    • Opening Ceremony

    • Orientation & Setting Context

    • Blessing the Space

    • Embodied Presence Ceremony

    • Dinner - shared in celebration of what’s to come

    • 6:00 AM – Breakfast for ease and nourishment as we greet the day early

    • 7:00 AM – Depart for our journey

    • 8:30 AM – Weather permitting, voyage to Skellig Michael, a remote and sacred island monastery rising from the sea—where stone meets silence and sky

    • Afternoon – Enjoy lunch post-journey, return to Alpha Lodge with time to rest, reflect, and integrate the experience

    • Evening – Dinner at the lodge

    • After Dusk – Step into the stillness of Ireland’s Dark Sky Reserve, where we gather under a canopy of stars for an awe-filled close to the day.

    • 8:00 AM – A warm, leisurely breakfast to ease into the day

    • 9:00 AM – Depart for Valentia Island, a place rich with Celtic mystery and natural beauty

    • 10:00–12:00 PM – Bee Beds Experience – Enter a quiet communion with the bees, long revered as messengers of the divine feminine. Nestled safely above the hives, we’ll experience their gentle hum and healing frequency, known to soothe the nervous system and open the heart

    • Afternoon – A nourishing lunch and continued exploration of Valentia’s sacred spaces—perhaps a visit to a holy well or a stop at a local candle-making workshop, steeped in tradition

    • Late Afternoon – Return journey may include a stroll through the Faerie Forest, a walk in nature’s enchantment

    • Evening – Free time to rest and integrate, followed by a cozy dinner at Alpha Lodge

    • 7:00 AM – Breakfast to welcome the day

    • 8:00 AM – Depart for a morning of ancient Stone Circles and holy Hawthorn trees

    • 12:00 PM – Lunch in Kenmare-a picturesque town known as "the Little Nest"

    • 3:00 PM – Seaweed Baths—a traditional Irish ritual of soaking, softening, and deep release a centuries-old (and likely much older!) wellness practice that uses the sea’s healing powers

    • Dinner at Alpha Lodge—comfort, candlelight, and calm integration

    • 6:30 AM – A light breakfast, prepared to ease you into the day

    • 8:00 AM – Kerry’s Falconry Experience – An intimate encounter with Ireland’s birds of prey, symbolizing freedom, vision, and connection to the divine. A soulful dance of self-discovery, healing, and transcendence

    • 2:00–4:00 PM – Brunch & explore Killarney

    • Evening – Our closing evening, with space for rest, gratitude, and possible photo session at the house and beach to honor the beauty of our time together

  • As we begin to part ways, these final hours are yours to savor—whether in quiet reflection, a last walk by the sea, or shared moments with new kindreds. Some will journey home today, others tomorrow. However and whenever you depart, may you carry the essence of this land, this circle, and your own unfolding with you.
    We send you off with full hearts and open skies.

FAQs

  • While I encourage you to try all activities, participation in all activities is optional. You’re encouraged to engage with whatever resonates most with you. Some activities might feel more relevant or helpful at different times, and that’s perfectly okay. This journey is about self-discovery, so feel free to approach it at your own pace and focus on what feels right for you.

  • It’s helpful to bring comfortable clothing, a journal, a water bottle, and any personal items that make you feel grounded, such as a blanket or a favorite book. We may also suggest specific items in advance, depending on the activities planned.

  • The schedule typically includes a blend of guided sessions, personal reflection time, and group activities. I aim to create a balanced pace, with breaks and opportunities for relaxation throughout the day.

  • During the retreat, meals will either be at our home or at local restaurants. When at home, Niamh McMorrough will prepare nourishing meals crafted from the freshest ingredients and filled with care. We'll also share lively, heartfelt, and enriching discussions together.

    Outside of retreat hours/days, you're welcome to visit Dooks Golf Club restaurant or taxi into Glenbeigh and enjoy the offerings there using a personal form of payment.