Our Beautiful Boho Bell Tent Picnic at The Soul Nook Collective
“Mum …. is that tent for us? Can we go in?”
I looked at the bell tent longingly. It was beautifully boho styled in a manner I could never pull off. There were two cane chairs with floral cushions, a cream and gold woven rug underfoot, a dried floral centerpiece, various other embellishments and a scrumptious tray of goodies on the footstool.
To put it bluntly …. It was frikkin beautiful.
We were booked in for a picnic. But surely this isn’t it? PLEASE let this be it!
“Mum .. it has your NAME on it!”
Sure enough, right at the entrance of the tent is a mini chalkboard that read, ”Reserved for Jessica.”
YEESSSS!! I squealed inside my head … at least I hope it was inside my head … and then I started smirking.
”Hey you two … it has my name on it. But it doesn’t have your name on it”
Their little faces dropped. I almost felt guilty.
”Just kidding!” I laughed.
(Mum 1 – Kids 0)
Our beautiful bell tent picnic was just divine. The kids went a little wild after a hot chocolate but there was plenty of space for them to run around.
The Soul Nook Collective ….
These beautiful bell tent picnics are created by The Soul Nook Collective on the grounds of The Old Church in Marburg …. and there is lots of space for families.
Marburg is an utterly charming small town in rural Ipswich, less than an hour from Brisbane and perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. I’ll be writing about Marburg soon so stay tuned!
The church itself is used as a retail space for beautiful boho fashion, giftware, accessories and lots more. There is even a fantastic little cafe at the back of the shop.
I feel like I need to say more about this but rather than bore you with my gushing over every single item in the shop, you really need to just come and see for yourself … and grab a coffee or hot chocolate while you’re at it.
Picnics are run on-site, Wednesdays through to Saturday on the church grounds and there is a package to suit all occasions and budgets. From a simple picnic rug under the trees to a full glam experience within the wonderful bell tents.
They’re not only great for families, but also for birthdays, girly days, romantic dates, special occasions, work functions or like us …. just a great memorable family experience.
The Soul Nook Collective isn’t JUST about pretty bell tent picnics though ….
The Soul Nook Collective isn’t just about pretty picnics though. Artisan workshops run regularly on creative pursuits such as floristry, painting, dot mandala art, crystal jewellery, plants, crowns, chocolate making and more.
We had enjoyed one of the great school holiday workshops for kids on The Old Church Grounds right before our bell tent picnic.
The remainder of the morning was spent sinking into the comfortable cushions on the cane chair of my special bell tent picnic and stuffing my face full of yummy biscuits, bliss balls, fruit, and cupcakes.
After taking one bite from everything on our picnic platter, the kids played chasey around the outside of the oversized tent, occasionally ducking inside to hide from each other and steal another bite.
It was pure bliss!
Contact Information for The Soul Nook Collective
www.facebook.com/thesoulnookcollective
Email: thesoulnookcollective@yahoo.com
Phone: 0409 543 512
Address: The Old Church, 89 Queen Street, Marburg QLD 4346
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Getting to Ipswich and Places to Stay
Getting to Ipswich
Ipswich is conveniently located just 45 minutes drive south-west of Brisbane CBD, 45 minutes from the Brisbane airport and an hours drive from the Gold Coast.
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Where to Stay in and Around Ipswich
Quest Ipswich
Stay here to explore Ipswich City!
Quest Ipswich Apartments are only 1km from Ipswich CBD, making it the ideal base for exploring the region. They are serviced, comfortable and have plenty of room. The kids loved the free unlimited WiFi and I loved the kitchenette which allowed me to cook breakfast and dinner, saving a tonne of money in the process. It’s a fantastic option for families!
Tallavalley Farm B&B
Stay here to explore Marburg or for a peaceful getaway in a rural setting!
Located out in the beautiful rural area of Tallegalla, Tallavalley Farm is utterly charming and memorable. It’s three-bedrooms and two-bathrooms make it ideal for families. You can even bring your horse and dog!
It has all the comfortable features of a house with the added bonus of a fireplace and being able to sit on the roomy front verandah and watch the sun set over the rolling hills surrounding the 50-acre property.
Spicers Hidden Vale
Stay here for a luxury experience in a beautiful rural setting!
Staying at Spicers Hidden Valley is an experience in itself. Perched on top of a ridge with sweeping mountain views, the accommodation (airconditioned heritage cottages with one to four bedrooms) overlooks 12,000 acres of Australian bush.
There are heaps of activities for families including mountain bike riding, bush-walking, swimming, croquet and the animal farm. Make sure to tour the onsite animal research facility and join in their Koala safari.
Ivory’s Rock Convention and Events
Stay here for caravanning / camping and to visit Summerland Camels!
Set on the entrance to the stunning Scenic Rim area of South East Queensland, this picturesque property is perfect for those with a caravan or wishing to camp.
If you don’t have your own camping gear, try out their Rent-a-Tents or Bunkhouses. We loved the convenience of showing up to a tent that was already set up, complete with beds, outdoor gazebo, table and camp chairs.
More Information
Visit the official Discover Ipswich website for more information!
Love this little place. Visit often. Certainly recommend you take the time call for a coffee and look.
Love this little place. Visit often. Certainly recommend you take the time call for a coffee and look.
I wish we lived closed enough to visit often. It was amazing!