Dark Skies, Old Tales — Fireside Storytelling at Quarry Farm

Step away from the everyday and into the soft glow of firelight under one of Scotland's darkest skies. Eat, Sleep, Ride invites you to a soulful evening of traditional Borders folklore, shared the old way — fireside, in good company, with the stars above and a warm cup in your hands.

Held at our off-grid, solar-powered farm at Lamberton, just five minutes from the Scottish border and free of light pollution, this intimate evening blends the deep quiet of the Berwickshire countryside with the magic of stories told aloud.

A professional Scottish storyteller will lead a 60 to 90 minute session of traditional tales drawn from the rich folklore of the Borders and beyond — fairy lore, night-sky myths, sea legends from the coast, and the older stories that belong to this landscape.

Your evening begins at dusk with a warm welcome — tea or soup in the yurt, the fire pit lit, blankets and hot chocolate at the ready. The storytelling unfolds under the open sky, followed by quiet time to settle, stargaze, and simply be. The group is kept intimate, with no more than twenty people, so the evening stays close and unhurried.

To book your place, please email danielle@eatsleeprides.org with your name and contact number, the number of places you would like, and any access or dietary needs we should know about. Places are limited to twenty and this evening will fill up, so early booking is encouraged.

Please dress warmly in layers, bring waterproofs, and wear sturdy boots. October evenings in Berwickshire are cool, but you will be warm by the fire. Accessible toilet and indoor warming space on site.

Eat, Sleep, Ride is a Scottish charity (SC053818) running an equine sanctuary, riding school and community space at Quarry Farm. Proceeds from this event support our work with young people, our rescue herd, and our community programmes.