UK Ayurveda & Yoga Retreats near the Sea
"A hidden gem... Perfect retreat and thoroughly recommended." More reviews.
Introduction
The secluded retreat is surrounded by acres of private land and ancient forest near the sea in Wales. "A hidden gem" just three hours from London by train. The combination of Yoga and Ayurveda allows you to unwind and relax at a profound level. Optional detox and juice-fasting is also offered.
In between treatments and yoga sessions you can go for walks in the forest, visit ancient sites, enjoy the nearby beaches and cliffs, swim, or simply relax in the sauna and outdoor hot tub. Reconnect with your own inner healing force and come away relaxed and rejuvenated with useful skills to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Lodging
The main house is a simple bungalow. All the guest rooms are four-star rated ensuites. An outdoor hot tub and infrared sauna is also available for your use. There is usually a maximum of four guests on retreat at any one time.
Food - three meals a day are provided on retreats. All meals are vegetarian and based on Ayurvedic principles. Organic produce is used where possible, including fresh vegetables from their own organic garden. Special diets are catered for. Specific detox retreats including juice-fasting can also be provided. Pure spring water runs from all the taps.
Location
This is an area of outstanding natural beauty in South Wales. There are ancient forests, nearby breathtaking beaches and cliffs, and even ancient sites. The surrounding peaceful countryside can have calming and nourishing effects in itself.
Nearest
...train station is only 7 miles away. From London it's just three hours by train to Wales, plus a 15-minute taxi ride to the retreat centre
...airport is just over an hour away.
...swimming is possible at a choice of beautiful beaches within walking distance or enjoy the local spring water by sitting in the outdoor hot tub.
...shops: you probably won't hanker for shops, we imagine you'll be too relaxed!
...other attractions: being situated in an area famous for its beautiful beaches and natural environment there are plenty of walks to enjoy. You can wander down the valley to spectacular cliffs and bays or through the peaceful ancient oak forest filled with bluebells in springtime.
You can also visit historic sacred sites nearby.
In addition, surfing, windsurfing and horse-riding are available locally.
Activities and prices
Ayurveda
The programme of treatments is based on an initial consultation to assess your individual needs and constitution. In addition to Ayurvedic massage and Polarity Therapy, also Shirodhara, Ayurvedic facials and cranio-sacral alignment are offered where appropriate. The consultations can include counselling to help you unwind your mind and emotions. More on Ayurveda.
The yoga sessions emphasize the importance of pranayama in centering the mind and can include specific instruction in Kundalini yoga. Individual attention can be given making it ideal for both beginners and the more experienced yogi. More on Kundalini Yoga.
Optional detox and juice-fasting is also offered, including Ayurvedic Cooking demonstrations.
You can sweat it out in the infrared sauna and then soak in the outdoor hot tub if you wish.
You will also be drinking and bathing in fresh spring water from their own well.
Itinerary of a typical day:
The typical schedule includes Ayurveda/bodywork sessions in the morning that last for between 1.5 and 2 hours. After lunch you have free time to walk and meditate in the peace of the ancient forest, or visit one of the beaches or sacred sites, or steam in the sauna and soak in the hot-tub before returning for yoga in the early evening (about 1 hour) followed by dinner. (An additional yoga session of about half an hour can be offered by arrangement before breakfast at no extra cost.) Evenings are generally open; there is a DVD collection and library for guests to enjoy.
PRICES
The package price includes all Ayurveda/bodywork and one yoga session each day, room and full board. (A second yoga class can be offered by arrangement at no extra cost.)
10% discount for couples or friends sharing a room.
Midweek stays - minimum 3 nights:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights: £150 per night (per person in a single room).
3-night stay £450 or 5-night stay £775 (incl one weekend night) per person in a single room.
Check-in between 4pm and 6pm and check-out at 11am.
Weekend stays - minimum 3 nights (with exception of 2.5 days from Fri - Sat, see below):
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights: £175 per night (pp in a single room).
3-night stay £525 per person in a single room.
7-night stay from £1100 (depending on number of midweek/weekend nights).
Check-in between 4pm and 6pm and check-out at 11am.
2.5-day stay from Friday to Saturday (2-nights) £425 per person in a single room,
includes 2 nights (at £175 each), plus half day (at £75) with breakfast, treatment session and lunch.
Check-in between 4pm and 6pm and check-out at 2pm.
Child policy
Please enquire.
Green footprint
What is being done for the environment and the local community?This small retreat centre recycles and composts organic waste. They are caring for and regenerating an ancient forest and wildflower meadows. They also maintain an organic vegetable garden.
Guestbook
"A beautiful location...wonderful hosts." M.M. engineer, Jul 10
"They are incredible at what they do - ayurveda and polarity therapies... I felt a great sense of calm, healthy and inspired. [They] helped me realise...to look within and cherish your body (the physical) and mind - feeding them both with the right energies. Get out and exercise - run, walk, dance - use the forest, the fields, take advantage of the beach (and the walk there). Thank you." Diana A, Jun 10
"A hidden gem – a retreat that encompassed everything – the physical, the emotional, the spiritual. I feel transformed, whole, peaceful. Perfect retreat and thoroughly recommended." H.B., Feb 10
"I feel renewed after my retreat. ...a personal programme of treatments and yoga, professionally delivered in a wonderfully relaxed and nurturing environment." J.N., Feb 10
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