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02nd Sep 2017

An Unusual Retreat Is Taking Place In A Mysterious South Dublin Mansion This Month

Alana Laverty

Intrigued?

You should be. 

WILD are series of events hosted in unusual and interesting spaces by Lee Tracey, a yoga, meditation and mindfulness teacher turned event planner.

They offer a combination of activities from yoga, meditation, fitness, hikes and talks to live music and gorgeous food. 

Orlagh is an Irish country mansion and estate that was built in Rathfarnham in the 1700s. 

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Orlagh is being officially and lovingly brought back to life on September 23 when WILD take over the sweeping grounds for a full day WILD Retreat. 

Orlagh has recently been bought by a group of Irish investors who wish to open its doors back up to the public community by hosting one-off cultural events, gatherings, retreats, music festivals and more. 

It is set to be an amazing and very special place in Dublin.

The WILD Retreat on September 23 will comprise of a fusion of DJs, yoga, movement, meditation, talks, gorgeous grub and a hike through the grounds up to the Hell Fire club followed by a celebratory cheeky gin. 

It’s a full day and it’s the first time anything like this has happened in this significant and historical venue. 

Orlagh is under extensive renovation at the moment in preparation for the WILD Retreat. The Oratory will host the DJ and yoga and the food will be served in the impressive dining hall. 

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This remarkable space will be filled the entrancing sounds of Emaleigh Kelly as Tracey’s leads the yoga masterclass. 

There will be a talk and movement session from amazing Irish Rugby star and creator of Move Energise Glow, Megan Williams. 

Lunch will include healthy, nutritious vegan and veggie produce, keeping it local with artisan sour dough bread producers Sceal Bakery. 

The grounds of Orlagh are over 100 acres and attendees will hike through the beautiful Irish county side to take in the magnificent views from Hell Fire Club before coming back to Orlagh for a closing celebratory drink.

Tickets to the day-long retreat cost €65 and are available here.

Doors at 9.30am, retreat begins from 10am. 

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