Awen Alba
Gathering hearts, drums, and stories under Scottish skies.
Welcome to our Events
Why did we start it?
It all began with a single camp — a handful of friends, a field by the water, and a shared longing to reconnect with what feels real.
We came to drum, to tell stories, to honour the land, and to rest beneath the stars.
By the end of that weekend, something beautiful had taken root: a sense of belonging, of ease, of being seen.We realised how rare and needed that feeling was — and how many others might be searching for the same.
So we decided not to let it fade. Awen Alba was born from that spark: a wish to gather again, to weave community through song, ritual, laughter, and care for the Earth.We started it because we believe the old ways still matter — that kindness around a fire can heal more than we imagine, and that friendship, nature, and spirit are stronger together than apart.
Who are we?
Awen Alba is a living circle of druids, pagans, and nature-lovers across Scotland. A community of people who love the land, the old stories, and the spark of Awen that flows through them.We came together for a simple camp — fires, songs, laughter, and land beneath our feet — and found a sense of belonging that felt worth keeping.We’re not a formal organisation, just people who love the old ways and want to live them gently in the modern world.
We gather to share stories, honour the seasons, and create community rooted in kindness and respect for the Earth.Around the fire, titles fade — we’re simply folk walking the path together, finding meaning in friendship, ritual, and the living land.
Camp Alba 2026
After the success of our inaugural Druid Camp Alba last year, we would like to invite you to join us for our second Camp, from Wednesday 22nd July to Sunday 26th July 2026. Once again we will be at Broom Fisheries on the Solway Coast, just outside the town of Annan. Our camp is born of the community who attend – a collaboration and co-creation – and this is the unique beauty of this gathering. No-one is paid for their work, we weave it as an act of love, for the ancestors, the land and an opportunity for those on this path to share with other like-minded and like-hearted folks.Our Camp is a gathering of folks walking the Druid path, and other paths shaped by nature based spirituality. We gather on the land with respect for the more than human brothers and sisters that reside there and the land itself. We open the gathering on Wednesday evening by walking the bounds, an ancient custom in Scotland, where we will pause and greet the directions and other significant points in the camp. This is followed by the lighting of the fire for our first evening’s eisteddfod, or ceilidh, gathering round the fire for stories, songs, poetry, and just having the craic.Each morning we currently have an offering of a Qi Gong class, which will be followed by us gathering in circle, singing out to the land and spirits in one voice, sharing what lies ahead for the day and discussing, as a community, any matters that have arisen. On Thursday and Saturday we are at camp all day and will have workshops and talks available, including sound healing, yoga, shamanic journeying, labyrinth work and ecotherapy. On Friday there is an optional trip to Cairnholy Chambered Cairn, built more than 5,000 years ago, followed by an optional visit to the Gem Rock Museum in Creetown. On Saturday evening, the last night of camp, we will come together for a community meal and Eisteddfod. On Sunday morning there will be a workshop followed by a final walk around the bounds to say farewell to the land.As a co-created camp, the detail of the workshops will arise as participants make their offerings on the proposal form on the website. As a guideline of what you can offer, it is worth considering the Seven Gifts of Druidry, which represent a framework for spiritual growth and living in harmony with the Earth: cultivating a deeper relationship with nature; ongoing development of personal philosophy/worldview; fostering well-being for self and community; understanding the progression throughout life’s journey; exploring other realms; developing creative potential and finally opening to the magic of everyday life. Don’t be shy about making your proposal, all offerings are very well received.The Camp welcomes your sharings.
Camp FAQ
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Q: Is there an option to pay for a couple of nights if you can’t stay for the whole camp? | A: Sadly, for this year we're only able to offer full-camp tickets. The way Camp Alba works — as a living, participative circle rather than a drop-in event — means the rhythm, the relationships, and the ceremonies really do build across the whole five days. Partial attendance makes it tricky to honour that fully, both for you and for the wider circle. We hope that doesn't put you off entirely — if anything, we'd love for you to hold the full dates and give yourself the gift of the whole experience. 🌿 If the dates or cost are the challenge, do drop us a line and we'll see what we can do — we never want finances to be the reason someone can't come. |
| Q: How many tickets are available? | A: We have 50 adult tickets available, plus additional tickets for children and dogs. It's intentionally small — this is a gathering, not a festival. |
| Q: What counts as a child ticket? | A: Children's tickets are for 5-16 year olds. Infants aged under 5 come free. Children and Infant's tickets can be added at any point after booking your own. |
| Q: What's included in the ticket price? | A: Adult camping tickets include your tent pitch or unserviced campervan space for the full event. Event-only tickets are available if you're staying in pods or have a motorhome hookup. |
| Q: What is your refund and cancellation policy? | A: Cancellations made more than one week before the event will receive a full refund. Within one week of the event we're unable to offer refunds, but you're welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else. Please get in touch and we'll do our best to help. |
| Q: Where is Camp Alba 2026? | A: Broom Fisheries near Annan, Dumfries and Galloway. 22–26 July 2026. Full directions and a site map will be sent to all ticket holders ahead of the event. |
| Q: Is there parking on site? | A: Yes. We encourage car sharing where possible — if you need a lift or can offer one, let us know via the mailing list and we'll connect people up. |
| Q: Can I come by public transport? | A: Annan has a train station on the Glasgow–Carlisle line. It's a short taxi or lift from there to the site. We'll do our best to coordinate pickups — drop us a message if you need help with the last mile. |
| Q: What should I bring? | A: Tent and sleeping kit, warm layers, waterproofs, a mug, torch, any personal medications, and whatever you need for ceremony or offering. A full packing guide will be sent before the event. Leave glitter and single-use plastics at home — we're land-rooted folk. |
| Q: Is there food and catering on site? | A: There will be communal cooking and shared meals as part of the camp experience. Please bring your own provisions for the majority of the event. If you have dietary needs, please let us know when booking. |
| Q: Can I bring my dog? | A: Yes — dogs are welcome at Camp Alba. Please keep them on a lead, be considerate of other campers, and clean up after them. There's a small charge for dog tickets. |
| Q: What are the arrangements for fire and ceremony? | A: Fire is central to Camp Alba — we'll have a communal fire space for gathering, ceremony, and song. Personal fires outside designated areas aren't permitted. Our Weavers will walk you through site fire safety on arrival. |
| Q: Is the site accessible for people with mobility needs? | A: We want everyone to be able to attend. The site has some uneven ground so please get in touch before booking and we'll discuss what we can do to make your stay comfortable. |
| Q: Are there accessible toilets and washing facilities? | A: Yes. If you have specific accessibility requirements, please contact us in advance so we can plan accordingly. |
| Q: What is your code of conduct? | A: Camp Alba is a space of respect, care, and belonging. We ask everyone to treat people, animals, and the land with kindness. Harassment, discrimination, and disrespectful behaviour have no place here. Our full code of conduct is shared with all participants before the event. If something doesn't feel right on site, speak to a Weaver. |
| Q: Is the event safe for children? | A: Yes. Children are welcome and are the responsibility of their attending adult at all times. Our Weavers maintain a safe, watchful presence across the site throughout the event. |
| Q: How can I volunteer as a Weaver? | A: Weavers are the heartbeat of Camp Alba — they hold the space, welcome arrivals, guide safety, and tend the fire of community. If you'd like to get involved, reach out via awenalba.org or drop us a message. |
| Q: How can I contribute to the programme? | A: We'd love to hear from you. If you'd like to offer a workshop, ritual, story, song, or any other offering, get in touch via awenalba.org. The programme is co-created by the community — your gifts are welcome here. |
| Q: Is this only for OBOD members? | A: Not at all. All people of this path and similar are welcome — OBOD members, independents, beginners, and seasoned practitioners alike. If you love the land and want good company, you're in the right place. |
| Q: Is Awen Alba a formal organisation? | A: No. We're an unincorporated community association — not a company, not a movement. Just people walking the path together. |
| Q: Is it not-for-profit? | A: Yes. Any surplus from the camp goes back into Awen Alba's community aims. Our treasurer tracks all income and expenditure — fully transparent to members. |
| Q: Why Broom Fisheries near Annan? | A: Broom Fisheries sits in Dumfries and Galloway — ancient land with deep roots in Celtic and Pictish history. The Solway coast carries millennia of human story, from Iron Age settlements to the early medieval kingdoms of Strathclyde and Rheged. River, field, and sky — exactly the kind of place where ceremony feels natural. |
| Q: How do I stay connected? | A: Join the mailing list by becoming a member at awenalba.org — gentle updates, no spam, just stories and dates as the circle grows. or Email [email protected] |
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