Connect with nature at Set Aside, Greenlawdean

Welcome to Set Aside at Greenlawdean Farm

Nestled in the Scottish Borders, Set Aside is a 700-acre organic working farm where healing in nature, learning, and community come together. 

Our diverse landscape offers a peaceful retreat and off-grid getaway from the bustle of everyday life.

A place where you can Reflect, Restore and Revive.

Set Aside Greenlaw - Fishing Hut
Set Aside - Cattle in Greenlawdean

Our Ethos

Since about 1990, when the policy of ‘Set Aside’ was introduced to the UK, we have followed the farming and conservation land development. 

Over the last three years we have not only maintained that ethos but become organic, and turned the farm to mainly grass, agriforestry and wild flower meadow, continuing to protect the SSSI status of the Blackadder River which flows through the Dean.

This concept shapes everything we do, from our farming practices to thinking behind our membership model. We have now opened the 700 acres to welcome a community of people who wish to reflect, restore and revive through healing, sharing skills with experiential learning.  

We invite you to become a member to assist us and maintain the stewardship of this beautiful land.

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Unplug, Switch off and Be.

Connect with nature in our off-grid tiny houses

Set Aside member benefits include exclusive access to our thoughtfully designed tiny houses.

Experience authentic off-grid living in our thoughtfully designed tiny houses:

– Warming wood-burning stoves for year-round comfort

– Sustainable solar-powered lighting

– Well-equipped basic off-grid kitchen facilities indoor and outdoor

– Super comfy beds with plenty of pillows and blankets

– Each set in its own corner of surrounding countryside and wildlife

– Your own private space to disconnect and unwind

Become part of the Set Aside community today
Set Aside at Greenlawdean - Retreat Hut
Artists Studio - Set Aside
Set Aside Shepherds Hut

You don’t have to stay to connect with nature at Set Aside

Wild Swimmers in the water at Set Aside
Wild Swimming opportunities at Set Aside

Whether you’re looking to share your knowledge, or hoping to find healing in nature, Set Aside offers three ways to become part of our community:

Skill Share

Share your knowledge. Perfect for practitioners of mindfulness, forest bathing, foraging, wildlife education, and traditional crafts. As a member of our community,  enjoy priority accommodation booking, and meet like-minded teachers.

Discover new skills and connect with nature. Enjoy discounted access to workshops, booking our accommodation, and become part of a community that values growth and discovery.

A special offering for those in need of nature’s healing touch. We work with charities and individuals to access Set Aside as a healing space.

Reviews

Set-aside review

The Shepherd’s Hut is located in a secluded spot, just a 5 minute walk from the HQ caravan and car park. The hut is very snug, with a comfy double bed and a cosy log burner. The hut comes well-equipped with kitchen equipment. An induction hob can be used for cooking, which is plugged into a power station (there’s no mains electricity). There is a hut at the back which provides plenty of storage space, as well as a composting toilet (there’s no mains water).
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