April, 2014 | Swallowtail Hill

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10 April 2014

The Equine War Is Lost

Yesterday, I lost the Eight Years’ War, in which, against overwhelming odds, I had doggedly fended off the suggestion that we should add equines…

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As we see glimpses of sunny days to come, perhaps

As we see glimpses of sunny days to come, perhaps the slow-living vibe has extended to the whole family and you're now considering a break with the kids in tow. If you're craving some enforced screen-free time and a chance to remember what it means to play outside in nature, we've got you covered!🌱⁠
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Maybe you fancy a truly off-grid experience? Our twin cabins are perfect for getting together with family and friends, enjoying the surroundings, sharing meals and reconnecting with those you love most. Gather the troops and book your summer break today☀️⁠
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Swallowtail Hill has always been about tapping into life lived more slowly. We've managed our 50 acres as a private nature reserve for the last 35 years - everything we do here is about conservation and biodiversity. For the last 15 years, we've welcomed guests to stay in the unique places we've created for short stays. Visit our website to explore our cabins and learn more about our journey🫶⁠
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#slowliving #summerbreak #kidsoffgrid #screentime #screenfree #eastsussex

So you started the year slowly but you're now thin

So you started the year slowly but you're now thinking you need a winter break in the diary to make sure that your new slow living habits really have a chance to come into their own! Big skies? Birdsong? Open fields? Woodland Walks? Yep - we can do all of that.✅ Cosy cabin? Wood Fired Hot Tub? No wifi no tv? Yep - we've got you covered with all of the ingredients for some proper downtime. 🍂⁠
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Now which of our special places is it going to be? The Longview - with it's vista to gaze at from the comfort of your bed? Woodcutter's Cottage - with its fairy tale looks and cosy-as-can-be vibe? Or the Roundhouse built for couples, but just as fun for solo travellers seeking rest. Have a browse and get in touch. ⁠
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#winterbreak #countrysideliving #slowliving #eastsussex

Well the weekend has been sunny and bright - perfe

Well the weekend has been sunny and bright - perfectly glorious….or was it….?! 🧐 Read on… For many - Imbolc was from sunset yesterday until sunset today, but the astronomical Imbolc is actually tomorrow evening (3rd) when we’ll be at the midpoint between the winter solstice and spring equinox. So sunshine today is good right? Well maybe not…. if you follow the legend of the Cailleach you’ll know that we want bad weather on Imbolc as a sign that winter is nearly over. Good weather suggests that the Cailleach is awake and needing to gather more fuel to see her through winter days still to come. Bad weather would suggest she is asleep, with no further need for logs for the fire because spring is almost here. ❄️🪵🔥 😲

#imbolc #cailleach #celticmythology #nature #startofspring #outdoorsdventures

So as we've reached the end of the month - if you'

So as we've reached the end of the month - if you've tried a few of my suggestions - what is one thing you've found has helped you take life a little slower? 💭 Is it simply pausing, focusing on your breath, taking a walk, less time on your phone? Tell me in the comments! 🫶⁠
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We're starting the year slowly and if you're already feeling the pressure to rush ahead into 2025 we'd invite you to do the same - you can grab our free S'Lowdown guide by commenting SLOW in the comments and we'll send you the link 🧘🏻‍♀️⁠
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#slowdown #slowliving #healthyboundaries #reflections #mindfulness

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