We are looking forward to welcoming you to the Foundations of Natural Intelligence!
Please read the following information carefully to help you prepare for your arrival.
When you arrive, please go to reception which is in the basement of the main house. There you will be able to sign in and pay the remainder of your course fee, and find out which yurt you will be staying in. You will also have the opportunity to keep your phone and any other electronic devices safely locked away in the office during the course if you wish.
The course begins on the Saturday at supper time, which is at 7.30pm.
If you arrive significantly earlier than this, your yurt may not yet be prepared so feel free to go for a wander, or make use of the common room in the Steading. There is a lovely walled garden, hills, and woodland to explore.
If you wish to extend your stay before or after the course you would be very welcome. Please get in touch with secretary@chisholme.org to ask about availability. Guests usually stay in the Steading at a rate of £55 per day including meals.
Packing list
- Walking boots
- Wellies and/or crocs (weather dependent)
- Waterproofs inc. trousers
- Outdoor work clothes
- Changes of clothes sufficient for 1 week
- Alarm clock (we have some spares if needed)
- Head torch
- Personal supplies for 1 week – e.g. soap, toothpaste, medicine, tobacco, etc.
- Insect repellent and tick remover if you have one
- Swimsuit (just in case, usually not needed)
We provide towels and there will be plenty of bedding and extra blankets if needed.
Travel information
If you are travelling by public transport, the easiest way is to travel by bus to Hawick (pronounced Hoik) and take a taxi from there to Chisholme House. It may be possible for us to help you find a lift with someone else – please ask the secretary in advance if needed.
The X95 bus travels to Hawick from Carlisle (~1.5 hours) or Edinburgh (~2 hours), their timetable is available here: https://www.bordersbuses.co.uk/services/BORD/X95
If you are driving, the address is Chisholme House, Roberton, Hawick, TD9 7PH.
The course ends on the following Saturday after coffee, at 11am.
