There is a sacred space here at Bealtaine Cottage, an ancient place that evolved at such a speed, that I quickly realised there was magic in this little corner of the land.

Above is one of the six entrances to what became known as the Fairy Wood…not my name for it, but bestowed upon it by visiting children.

Children are more in tune with the land than we, for they see and hear on a more profound level.

As I planted and observed the land, I could see the influence this little place had on the bare land around it.

Slowly, over one thousand trees filled the space, with plants like the Sedge, above, planted alongside paths I created to wind in and out of trees.

As I planted, so the Fairy wood evolved and her life energy seemed to emanate from deep within the earth itself.

This was co-creation at it’s most magical and inspiring.

Primroses and Celandines have emerged.

The land is packed with magic indeed.

The Sidhe are watchful as I work here.

One of the entrances overlooks the polytunnel.

Some pruning and cutting back has taken place here recently to allow more light onto the woodland floor, where rewards are plentiful.

There is an atmosphere and intrigue experienced as one walks through this lovely sacred space.

An entire bank of Herb Robert in flower.

Another entrance to the Fairy Wood…the essence of permaculture is being able to let go.

The secret is to allow Mother Nature free reign over all of her subjects…she really does know best.

I simply tidy up around her, paying attention to her promptings to do this and that…

Young Beech, planted a couple of years ago, droops low over Ferns and more Herb Robert.

And the exit from this womb-like place takes one straight out into sunshine…a beautiful birthing!

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