Sacred Stories - mythopoetic & imaginal pathways
exploring the ancient stories of the land and the stories within
A 12 day experiential retreat on the Camino de Santiago
Sep 22 - Oct 4, 2025
Step into the sound of sacred pause, writing practice and ancient crafts
Braiding together the voices of the land, explore the wisdom of ancient creative processes and the ways they usher us back into a place of belonging.
What to Expect
Ancient rhythms of dusk and dawn
Guided meditation and gentle chanting practices to awaken us into deeper presence
Sound as a gateway for remembering our essential nature
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Intuitive writing
Explore embodied writing practices as a way to reflect and weave parts of the old with that which is slowly revealing itself. Deepen our walk into the intimate space of creation and renewal through generative writing and poetry. Discover your unique imprint as it relates to the mythic tapestry of the whole.
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Earth pigments and sacred geometry
Create and paint with pigments foraged directly from the earth. Informed by the soil, clay and stones collected from the landscape arrive at unique colour palettes. A guided exploration of the patterns found in nature and early architecture. Use the timeless tools of compass and ruler to create sacred geometry.
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Immersive visits
Discover harmonious proportions in Visigothic sanctuaries where monks once chanted, 5,000-year-old petroglyphs come to life at sunrise, a dolmen with astronomical alignments …. and more.
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Pilgrimage to the sacred Valley of Silence
For the final four days, we’ll embark on a mini-pilgrimage along one of the most beautiful stretches of the Way. Walk at your own pace and distance, or remain at the retreat center for a creative pilgrimage. All participants will spend the final two nights at our sacred destination - the awe-inspiring Valley of Silence.
Location & Accommodation
You will be staying in one of the most beautiful villages in all of Spain as voted by National Geographic.
Castrillo de los Polvazares dates back from Celtic time through to the 16th century. Enjoy stunning views at every turn. The retreat centre, lovingly restored in recent years, maintains its traditional architecture with heart and soul.
Enjoy charming ensuite rooms at Flores, or at the nearby hotel we work in partnership with stunning views overlooking the village, church and rural landscape (150m away).
What you’ll gain and take home
A deeper connection to a timeless landscape, inspiring you to engage with place and yourself in a more meaningful way.
A nourishing and strengthening time in community.
Lasting memories, renewed inspiration and fresh perspectives that continue to unfold long after the retreat to enrich the sacredness of everyday life.
Daily Rhythm
Morning
7:45am Dawn meditation
8:30 - 9:30am Silent breakfast
10am — 1pm Guided sessions: ancient crafts, wild writing, going out into the land.
1pm Lunch
Afternoon
3pm Sharing circle followed by afternoon in noble silence, self-directed in creativity, walking, resting.
6:30pm Dinner
Dusk poem
Your Facilitators
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Basia is an artist, educator, experienced retreat facilitator and pilgrimage guide, living and working on the Camino.With a masters from the Kings's School of Traditional Arts she specialises in the use of geometry in traditional arts, craft & philosophy. Her creative practice spans various mediums, including foraging, preparing and painting with natural earth pigments.
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Bertrand is an experienced retreat facilitator and educator, teaching on creative and contemplative practices.Based on the Camino he finds joy in inspiring others through his knowledge and passion for the spirit, rich history and architectural treasures of the the pilgrimage. He specialises in sacred architecture and teaches sacred geometry as a contemplative, hands on practice.
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Christine is a poet, artist, and creative ritualist. Her work invites a deeper connection to the earth through practices of deep listening and slow-seeing. Her collections of poetry include In Beauty We Are Made Visible, Way To Blue Mountain and She Who Sees The World. She lives and creates in the Sierra Nevada of Andalucia, Spain, and Nantucket, USA.
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Born and raised in Argentina, Maria Agustina is an artist and experienced retreat facilitator with a deep passion for exploring the layers of body, mind and soul through various learning modalities. As well as a yoga teacher she works with sacred sound creating a unique way of practice to inspire others to find their joy and creative force.
“There is a part of us—beyond words and reason—that understands the world through symbols, myths and imagination.”
What’s included
Private transport from & to Madrid airport
See times & pick up point details.
If you prefer to arrive independently to the retreat centre, see how to get here.
Accommodation
All accommodation consists of individual ensuite bedrooms. On the Camino, you may have to share a room if there are no availabilities.
Food
All meals are included except 3 lunches on the Camino.
Dietary requirements
On-site, we cater for the following dietary requirements: vegetarian, gluten-free, carb-free, dairy-free. On the Camino, options are available with advance notice.
Sessions & outings
All equipment, materials, site entries and transport fares for visits are included.
What’s not included
Flights
Insurances (travel, health, etc.)
Lunches on the Camino
Since everyone walks at their own pace, you will have to buy 3 lunches on the Camino. There are cafés along the way where you can get a coffee, sandwich or a menu. Budget 10 - 20 € per day.
Taxis on the Camino
If you wish to take a taxi to shorten your walking day, the cost would be around 20-50€.
Sacred Stories ~ Sept 22 - Oct 4, 2025 5,150€