Fern Bothy

31/12/2025

✨Closing out 2025 and looking forward to a bright 2026✨

As we close out 2025 and look toward a bright new year ahead, this feels like the perfect moment to pause and reflect.

The dawn of a new year gives us space to look back — at what went well, what challenged us, and what we can be proud of. For me, one of the biggest lessons this year has been learning to be gentle with myself through what has been both a personally and professionally demanding time.

I can’t quite believe we’ve made it through such a challenging year — starting a brand-new business, bringing people together, and creating a space we can all be proud of. What once felt like a vision is now something real, shared, and growing.

A huge thank you to our family and team who believed in the idea from the beginning and joined us on this journey. Thank you to all our clients, and to those who discovered us along the way this year. And special thanks to the Wemyss and March Estate for restoring our beautiful steading and supporting the creation of this community space.

As we look ahead, 2026 feels full of possibility — more ideas, more fun, more adventure, and new ways to bring our vision to life. For now, though, it’s still wintering. It’s a time for stillness, reflection, and letting ideas gently take shape. Spring will come soon enough, bringing renewed energy and momentum.

So as the year draws to a close, I hope you find time to pause, reflect, and look forward. Wishing you a peaceful and joyful Hogmanay.

All the very best for 2026 — and I hope to welcome you to Fern Bothy soon.

Sam x
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Pic of our new addition to the family, soul pony Rocket, adventures incoming for 2026, the year of the horse! 🚀 🐎

06/11/2025

✨ MIND - BODY - SOUL ✨

I’ve been blessed with some seriously inspiring women in my life—women who trusted their voices, redefined the norm, and taught me to question everything in the best possible way.

7 years ago, a vision board workshop changed the course of my journey. I was a new mum returning to office life, feeling stretched thin—yet that day gave me permission to dream again. And slowly, I began to trust my gut, back myself, and follow a path that led me to what I do now: massage therapy, Fern Bothy, and this beautiful community.

With so much love, I’m now offering MIND - BODY - SOUL sessions at Fern Bothy 🍃
A space to pause, create, stretch, reflect, and root into what you truly desire.

🖼️ Vision boards (Soul)
🧘‍♀️ Yin yoga (Body)
📝 Journaling (Mind)

Come craft your intentions, move gently, breathe deeply, and reconnect with what matters most.

Comment 🌿 or message me for all the details. Let’s manifest magic together.

16/10/2025

🍁 Who’s available this Autumn?

Our wonderful team of holistic and complementary health therapists are here each week to support your wellbeing in our private, cosy treatment rooms at Fern Bothy, Longniddry Steading.

Take a moment for yourself — you deserve it. 💆‍♀️✨

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26/09/2025

Come along and meet some of the team next week! All welcome and great to see so support for all the locals groups and businesses in the village 🫶🏻

🤩 Longniddry Open Day 2025 🤩

We have managed to sort out a fun filled day on Saturday 4th October and its 🆓️

Thanks to all who have been in touch to say they will take a stall/activity to showcase what is happening in the village 😊

Leigh Draws Longniddry Bowling Club Longniddry Community Council Longniddry Parish Church Terez Szilvia Huszar Longniddry Gala Longniddry & District Rotary Club Longniddry Playgroup Longniddry Legion Co-op Longniddry Tennis Club Ageing Well East Lothian Police Scotland East Lothian Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Susannah at Highland Broadband Dads and Dudes Prestonpans, Longniddry and Port Seton Libraries Longniddry Scout Group Longniddry Scottish Women's Institute Fern Bothy

13/09/2025

Join us for a soul-nourishing session of creativity and connection in the peaceful setting of Fern Bothy. Vision & Vibes is a gentle, grounding experience combining vision board creation, yin yoga, and journaling to help you manifest what you want to bring into your life. We’ll take time to get clear on your desires, express them visually, stretch into intention with a calming yin yoga practice, and anchor it all with a thoughtful journaling prompts.

01/09/2025

✨ I’m beyond excited to be offering Yin Yoga this September ✨

This practice is for everyone — whether you’re curious and just beginning to explore, or simply feeling the seasonal shift and ready to slow down, stretch, and rest. 🍂

Yin is a beautiful, ancient practice of stillness and subtlety — where we soften into our own edge, quiet the mind, and gently open through the deep connective tissues of the body.

💫 Expect dreamy, hands-on assisted stretches to help melt away tension and bring you home to yourself.
🌿 We’ll close with a warming cuppa and shared connection — the perfect way to return together.

Are you ready to join us?
📍 Fern Bothy, Longniddry
📅 September
🧘‍♀️ All levels welcome

17/08/2025

✨NEW TEAM MEMBER✨

Jayne Fortescue

CHARTERED PHYSIOTHERAPIST - CLINICAL MASSAGE THERAPIST

Hi, my name is Jayne and I am delighted to join the team at Fern Bothy. Bridging my expertise in clinical massage with physiotherapy, I offer a unique therapeutic approach that empowers you to take an active role in your healing journey. My practice is deeply rooted in alleviating discomfort. In addition, it focuses on fostering an understanding of the deep connections between the mind and body, which influence overall health.

I began my journey in holistic healthcare in 2010 as a massage therapist, soon running a successful business. I worked with a range of clients from top-level athletes to those looking for help with the daily challenges of work and life. Inspired by these experiences, I trained in physiotherapy to expand my care capabilities and provide more comprehensive rehabilitation options.

I began my physio career in the NHS, where I worked in a wide range of rehabilitation settings, gaining invaluable experience. Later, I transitioned back to private practice to enhance my approaches to holistic health care further. I’m continuously seeking to expand my knowledge and skills. My latest venture is into acupuncture and dry needling, and I am excited to offer these services starting from August onwards.

Outside of the clinic, my life is intertwined with the natural landscapes of Scotland. From swims in icy lochs and seas to rock climbing in the serene highlands, I immerse myself in experiences that enhance my understanding of physical wellness and mental clarity. I incorporate these personal insights into my practice, using them to enrich our sessions with a broader perspective on health.

Let’s collaborate to craft a personal wellness plan that truly reflects your needs and ambitions.

Available between 9am-3pm Friday 22nd August, Friday 26th September and Friday 24th October.

Please click on the link in bio to email me with your preferred date and time for an initial assessment, I’m also happy to answer any queries you may have.

23/06/2025

🌿OUR TEAM🌿

Tyler Quinn
CHIROPRACTOR

Originally from Perth Western Australia, the first degree I studied was Sports Science, and after completing this I worked as a personal trainer for a couple of years. I have a strong interest in sports and exercise and have previously worked with amateur football teams while at University.

I decided to take a couple of years off to travel in the US and Canada. Once I returned to Oz I decided to go back to university and study Chiropractic. Although a total of 8 years at university was a looong time, it was the best decision I have ever made, and the benefits I see from Chiropractic care make the job very rewarding . I am now in my 7th year of practice and have split that time working 50/50 between Scotland and Australia, so as you can imagine I have treated people from all walks of life. After welcoming our baby boy, Hudson in August 2024, my wife Sarah and I decided to make the move back to Scotland to be closer to Sarah’s family.

I use a mixture of interventions, including manipulation/adjustments and some soft tissue techniques like dry needling and trigger point therapy. I also advise on basic nutrition/lifestyle choices and prescribe exercises. I also have a strong interest in sports and have previously done some sports training with Amateur football teams while at universities.

Available every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday

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14/06/2025

✨MEET THE TEAM✨

Juliana Dorman

SWEDISH, SPORTS & REMEDIAL MASSAGE THERAPY, KCR, CUPPING & REIKI

I am Juliana and I look forward to being part of the diverse team at Fern Bothy and bringing my own talents to the area.

As a massage therapist I work mainly in Livingston West Lothian where I have been based since starting physical therapies full time.

As a qualified personal trainer and yoga instructor I understand all too well the limits and problems with injuries, restrictions and how to treat them. So I began my journey into massage with Kinetic Chain Release (KCR), a realignment protocol in 2013 and built on that with sports massage, Swedish massage, TCM cupping therapy and Dry Needling to name a few, bringing healing with Reiki in at the beginning of 2024. Leaving personal training behind in 2018 to concentrate on this.

Being able to relieve pain, return full range of movement and make someones quality of life better, is why I do what I do. I rarely use one technique to get the results required but I pride myself on being able to pin point an issue and treat it successfully.

I love the sea and go paddle boarding and dipping year round, though in the winter it’s getting out of the water thats the hard bit!

Available Thursday evenings from 3pm on Thursday 19th June, Thursday 24th July, Thursday 28th August.

27/04/2025

🌿 Opening Thursday 1st May 🌿

I should say unfurling really (eeeeeeek!) and we’ll have our first clients through the door. ’m so excited you are on this journey with us.

T-4 sleeps as my daughter would say!

We have an exciting month ahead, incredible offers to meet the team, attend an event, come along to our Open Day and do something for yourself this May.

Our cosy treatment rooms and Loft are full with beautiful offerings this May to get us started.

Here’s what’s coming up and how you can book in with our incredible therapists:

✨ Therapist Availability
💆‍♀️ Sam – Holistic & Sports Massage
📅 Every Monday and Wednesday 3pm-9pm and Tuesday and Thursday 9am-3pm
✨ Mel – Bio Energy Healing
📅 Every Thursday, 9am–3pm - *1 FREE SESSION WHEN YOU BOOK A BLOCK OF FOUR*
🌿 Romas – Holistic Massage
📅 Every Monday, 9am–3pm - * FREE 30MIN MASSAGE WITH OPTION TO UPGRADE TO 60MINS FOR £35* - PERFECT EMF MARATHON PREP!
💫 Liz – Reiki
📅 Wednesday 14th May, 9am–3pm
💪 Inga Ramsay – Holistic & Sports Massage
📅 Saturday 31st May

Come along with a friend and stay a while to enjoy some fantastic events and workshops, curated just for you.

🧘‍♀️ Events & Workshops
🚲 Sun 4th May – Detour Yoga by Bike - also has a yoga only option - be the first to try our new space!
🔥 Sun 11th May – Burning Brightly: Qi Gong for (Peri)Menopause
🌀 Wed 14th May – Self-Hypnosis (4-week block with NoRain Hypnotherapy)
🎶 Fri 16th May – Relaxation Sound Bath with Angie Garton - FEW SPACES REMAINING
🌸 Fri 23rd May – Wild Tide Yoga Early Summer Retreat - FEW SPACES REMAINING
🌍Sun 25th May – Gaia Sound Bath - SOLD OUT

Ready to book or want to know more?

👉 Head to our website (link in bio) to view bios, book sessions & explore each offering.

Lastly a date for the diary -
📅OPEN DAY - Saturday 24th May 10am-2pm - Pop along for a tea or coffee, meet the team and have a moment to yourself in our loft space - more info to follow soon!