Tristan and Isolde:
Falling in love with your own story
What if you could stop second guessing yourself?
A wild, unruly immersion into myth, nature and courage in a cottage surrounded by ancient oak, on the banks of the River Fal, Cornwall.
Thursday 14th - Sunday 17th May 2026
Over four days, immersed in the story of Tristan and Isolde, you'll learn a whole new way of seeing. Not the voice in your head wondering what you're missing, but the older voice underneath that's been trying to get your attention. Heart, not head.
Off-grid clarity. Community belonging. Ancient wisdom. Sideways looking at the pattern you're already in.
You'll leave knowing how to trust yourself at the threshold, instead of waiting for someone else to tell you it's okay.
Early bird (closes 6th Feb): £595 | Full price: from £695
"I was moved to laugh and cry. I leave feeling more whole than when I arrived."
How can you give to the world
if you’re second guessing yourself?
A calling to 'purpose' people
Modernity has gone mad. The world is unravelling. And when everything outside is chaos, the natural response is to grip tighter, think harder, try to control more.
But what if the way through isn't more thinking? What if remembering who you are and what you’ve always known is the most useful thing you could do right now?
This isn't about escaping. It’s self-reflection as activism. Community and belonging as solidarity. It's about getting clear enough to show up properly. For yourself. For the people around you. For the generations to come.
Our Ethos
Our routes and campfires sound out the kinds of openness and curiosity left behind in our busy, modern world: invitations to pause, feel and think carefully. To look to nature, community and myth for ancient clarity:
– See in longer timescales, rooting further down into the natural world.
– See yourself more clearly, aligning to a life of fewer regrets and deeper meaning.
– Find greater peace to love more fully: ourselves and others.
– Access the courage to do our life’s work.
And, ultimately, contribute all of the above in acts of service to future generations.
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You will be familiar with aspects of our approach if you explore any of the following:
– Nature-connection/sit spot/nature solo practices.
- Mythic/mythopoetic perspectives (you might consider listening to Drop The Map by way of orientation).
– An interest in your own journey towards elderhood/mentoring/leadership.
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​Find out more about our approach.
What to expect
Off grid. Out of office. A time out of time. We're going to walk you through one of Cornwall's oldest stories (Tristan and Isolde) and help you see the pattern in what you're going through.
You'll leave with a way of ‘sideways looking’ at your life, and making decisions, which comes from something deeper than fear or habit. A way that's been true for thousands of years, fits in your pocket and will still carry weight when you go back into the world.
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What's included:
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Bed and vegetarian board (bring your own snacks and alcohol).
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The story of Tristan and Isolde told over four days.
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Way-stops for silent reflection and time in the wilds.
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Group work to explore the ancient images of the story and the place.
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Practices to deepen into your own story, reflecting on poignant moments past and present.
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Guided ‘threshold’ moments for you to make commitments to your next steps.
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Opening and closing circles.
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Forest walks, river swimming, shared vegetarian meals cooked over fire.
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Optional activities (Canadian canoeing, bushcraft, foraging) enquire on booking.
Who holds it:
Skilled facilitators and mythologists who've been doing myth-and-meaning work for years.
If you've heard of Recalling Fire, you'll already know something of the 'unruly depth' we work at. Laughter and tears are welcome partners. If you haven't heard of us, you'll feel the welcome when you arrive.
Visit the 'Our People' page for more on the hosting team.​​
"Captivating. It was comforting and challenging. It called to something inside me."
Where?
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Four days, three nights, completely off-grid, in a forested cottage on the banks of the River Fal.
The Lost Cottage of Penperth. Tucked away in ancient oak woodland in a private creek. One of the most secluded spots in Cornwall. Wild swimming in the river, meals cooked over fire, hammocks overlooking the water. Phones away. Just the land, the story, and the people.
Our Spaces
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The Lost Cottage (sleeps 8).
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Three individual pods: Potting Shed, Hunting Lodge, Shepherd's Hut.
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Fire pit, outdoor kitchen, indoor barn space with wood burner
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2 hot showers, acres of woodland to roam
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15 minute walk from parking (wheelbarrows provided for gear)
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No wifi, just wildlife.
14 places available:​
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The Lost Cottage (sleeps 8):
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Travel Room: 3 singles
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MushRoom: 3 singles
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Butterfly Room: 2 singles
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Potting Shed: 3 singles.
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Hunting Lodge: 2 singles.
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Shepherd's Hut: 1 double
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Ticket price includes accommodation, bedding, vegetarian meals and programming for the duration.
"I feel soothed to my bones."
Who is this for?
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The only prerequisites are 'a feel for the call' and a 'willingness for depth'.
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Our participants are usually a mix of:
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Trouble makers (in the most generous sense of the term)
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Those who are committed to future focussed work: founders, leaders, activists, educators, environmentalists.
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People exploring major life thresholds: something coming, or something past.
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People who wonder if there's more, but don't necessarily have practices, ‘do mythology’ or anything like it.
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Anyone who is done pretending everything in modern life is 'fine', and want clarity and rest to contribute to change.​
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Friends, allies and those who share some of our influences.
"The evening on the moor opened up possibilities of how stories can initiate healing, how they made me realise that we aren't too different from each other."
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The primary purpose of this event is to lean further into Recalling Fire’s approach of deeper self knowledge, and therefore clarity in work and life in our uncertain times. As we always say, 'Maybe, in the twilight, meet yourself'.
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It's also a great moment for pause and entering a quieter, calmer way of being with like minds for four days.
To join the event we ask that you distill – for yourself and us – in a short letter, why now is the moment to bring greater clarity and courage to your journey.
Who is this not for?
Those with significant anxieties about extended time off-grid.
Those who have no active enquiry or curiosity about planet and future generations.
Anyone who is unwilling to hear others as they explore the deeper meaning of their choices in life.
Hosting team:
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Sam Crosby: 'Host'. Facilitator, storyteller, wild guide: Sam will lead practice sessions and moments of community sharing.
Alys Harwood: 'Friendly face'. Coach (master practitioner NLP) and storyteller. Alys will be available for moments of one-on-one guidance.
For more about the hosting team, visit the 'Our People' page.
Practical details and next steps
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Dates
Thursday 14th - Sunday 17th May 2026
Arrival: 6pm Thursday 14th May.
Departure: 11am Sunday 17th May.
Travel (to and around the site)
Near St Mawes, Cornwall. Details to be shared as part of ticket purchase.
Please be aware, the site is off grid and is a 15-minute walk from a limited parking area (think sensible footwear and modest bags (without wheels)).
From our hosts: "A reasonable level of fitness is required for your adventure, and you will need to be mindful of uneven terrain during your stay. Due to the potentially hazardous nature of the wild environment, we also require guests to read our health and safety guide before arrival, taking responsibility for their actions on site."
Investment: £695pp
First-in: Limited, book by Thursday 6th February: £100 off (use code FIRSTIN)
Early-bird: book by Thursday 26th February: £50 off (use code WORM)
Full price after Thursday 26th February: £695
Payment plans available: 2x£360
Spaces
15 total
Included
All food, accommodation, facilitation, firewood, the works.​
After you book, we ask that you distill – for yourself and us – in a short letter, why now is the moment to bring greater clarity to your journey.
You can contact the team directly at hello@recallingfire.com with any clarifying questions.
