Welcome to Set Aside at Greenlawdean Farm
Nestled in the Scottish Borders, Set Aside is a 700-acre organic working farm where nature, learning, and healing come together. Our diverse landscape offers a peaceful retreat and digital detox from the bustle of everyday life – a place where you can Reflect, Restore and Revive.
We give you the gift of time…
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.
Your Journey Starts Here
Whether you’re seeking a peaceful getaway, a digital detox, 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.
Community
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.
Healing
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.
Set Aside Events
Full Calendar
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
Reviews
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).