Barn Song - Weekender
This might be the most uplifting thing you'll do in 2026 - singing makes you feel so good! A fun weekend of singing, feasting and connecting with other humans, in the beautiful Scottish countryside.
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Comrie Croft, Braincroft, Crieff, PH74JZ
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A fun weekend of singing, feasting and connecting with other humans, in the beautiful Scottish countryside.
Led by artist & choir leader Seamas Carey, with therapeutic lead Phil Collier
All meals home cooked by local chef Andrew Scott
Friday 9th January, 6pm - Sunday 11th January, 3.30pm
All are welcome. Residential and daytime tickets available. 18+
What it's about:
Join Seamas Carey at Comrie Croft in beautiful Perthshire, Scotland, where he'll encourage you to find your voice, make new friends, eat together and gather round the fire in the evenings.
Seamas' singing retreats are delivered in an informal, infectious and accessible style that gets the most out of people. Whether you've sung before or it's your first time, there's something for everyone as Seamas uses ear-worm rounds, fun warm ups and surprising song covers - to encourage people to connect with the world around them and take themselves less seriously.
We will move around Comrie Croft, singing in different spaces, including (weather permitting) the woodlands. We will eat all meals together and break up the experience with mindfulness exercises, checking in and sharing sessions, led by therapeutic lead Phil Collier.
Where are we gathering?
Comrie Croft in Perthshire is a regenerative farm, certified B-corp and the mothership in a collection of 12 land based micro businesses. It's owned by 50 people from the local community, employees, friends and family. The Croft has been a Real Living Wage employer and Gold Member of the Green Tourism Business Scheme since 2008.
Who?
Seamas Carey, the internationally award-winning performer, composer, multi-instrumentalist and choir leader spent six years running Cornwall’s first alternative male voice choir (Men Are Singing). He’s sung all over the world with his solo work, various theatre companies and The Spooky Men’s Chorale.
Phil Collier is a Masters Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) and Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PG cert).
He has evidence-based working knowledge of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) approaches to trauma, anxiety, depression and psychosis. Over the weekend Phil will lead group talking sessions, as well as breath work and mindfulness.
Nino Battersby based at Comrie Croft is your woman for all organisational questions, room bookings, access, payments and dietary requirements.
Get in touch via email nino@comriecroft.com
How much does it cost?
There are two types of tickets: residential & daytime.
Daytime: £250 includes a weekend of singing and all meals, but you must find accommodation for yourself. We ask that your attendance is fully committed to the sessions on Friday 6pm - 9.30pm, Sat 9.30am - 8pm and Sunday 9.30am - 3.30pm.
Residential: Includes a weekend of singing, all meals and accommodation in our Eco-Lodge for two nights. You can choose to stay up chatting with fellow singers, or rise early to explore the farm and surrounding area. You can also nip off for a nap in the afternoon, should you feel so inclined.
Accommodation options (including all the above):
£350 Shared room in our Steading with single and cabin beds
£450 Private room with double bed
There's also an option to stay in your own Campervan or in one of our Nordic Katas (sleep up to 5 people) - for those options please book a daytime ticket and book your accommodation separately through the Comrie Croft website.
Any more questions, don't hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to singing with you!
What previous attendees have said:
"Within minutes, we were laughing, dancing, harmonising, and letting go of all self-consciousness. It was more than just a singing retreat—it was freeing, uplifting, and deeply human" - Archa Robinson
"The weekend was one of those golden times that happen every so often in a person’s lifetime. I felt comfortable, included, pushed (in a good way), cared-for, nourished, happy, stimulated and content" - Sarah Pym
"Nourishing in every sense - a beautiful setting, hearty home-cooked food, refreshing company and a good dose of silliness" - Grace Ruddick
The weekend is open to anyone regardless of previous singing experience, but will involve some physical movement activities outside – please contact us with access requirements or any other questions – seamascarey@gmail.com
Graphic design: Matt Lowe.
NB: Refund policy - no refunds 28 days before event
An event by Comrie Croft