Findhorn Foundation SCIO is an ecovillage and spiritual community at The Park near Findhorn, outside Forres on Scotland’s Moray Coast. Founded by Eileen and Peter Caddy in 1962, the community is home to more than 500 people and around 90 individually designed eco-buildings, including barrel homes and hobbit cottages. Stop by the cafe for organic food, browse the Phoenix shop for books, gifts and food, or see what is on at the 350-seat Universal Hall. Community activities include drumming sessions and circle meetings.
A community founded in 1962
Eileen and Peter Caddy founded the Findhorn community in 1962. What began on a barren site developed into an ecovillage and spiritual community on Scotland’s Moray Coast. More than 500 people live there today.
The community is known for its approach to sustainability and spiritual awareness. A visit can include exploring the site, joining a community activity or learning more through a guided tour.
Eco-homes, the shop and the Universal Hall
Around 90 eco-buildings give the site a distinctive range of forms. Among them are barrel homes and cottages designed to resemble hobbit homes. The buildings make the community’s approach to eco-housing visible as you explore.
The Phoenix shop stocks organic food, gifts and books. The cafe serves organic food, including Death by Chocolate cake. The Universal Hall is a 350-seat theatre; check what is on if you want to include a performance in your visit.
Community activities include drumming sessions and circle meetings. A guided tour can cover features such as energy points on the site.
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Where is Findhorn Foundation?
It is at The Park near Findhorn, outside Forres on Scotland’s Moray Coast.
What can you see at Findhorn Foundation?
The site has around 90 eco-buildings, including barrel homes and hobbit-style cottages, as well as the Universal Hall, a 350-seat theatre.
Is there a cafe at Findhorn Foundation?
Yes. The cafe serves organic food, including Death by Chocolate cake.
When was Findhorn Foundation founded?
Eileen and Peter Caddy founded the community in 1962.
