Rest & Restore Retreat in Wales

THE WEEKEND YOUR BODY AND SOUL ARE CRAVING

Join Chrissie Homer-Greenslade and I for a weekend to rest, restore and commune with stillness and nature in rural South Wales.

Dates: Friday 27th - Monday 30th June (3 nights)

OVERVIEW

This Summer, we’re escaping to a cosy farm house in South Wales for a long weekend of yoga, delicious food, hot tubing, wild swimming, hiking and rest. Glorious rest. Our mornings will start with an energising practice and meditation in the yoga shala overlooking the Welsh countryside, followed by a hearty brunch then a day to unwind in the shade of a tree with a good book, relax in the hot tub or hike the footpaths to ancient castles, waterfalls and beautiful viewpoints. In the evenings we’ll indulge in restorative yoga, yin and yoga Nidra before tucking into a hearty dinner then roasting marshmallows around the fire.

THE ACCOMMODATION

We’re basing ourselves at Golden Grove Retreat Centre; a cosy farmhouse in Carmarthen, South Wales. As well as the beautiful yoga shala and ceremonial spaces the farm has a hot tub, cold plunge and outdoor fire place as well as extensive lawns and beautiful views across the countryside. The bedrooms in the barn are warm and welcoming with underfloor heating, comfortable bedding and most have ensuite bathrooms. If you’re looking for something a little more rustic then we also have use of Golden Grove’s safari tent that has 3 bedrooms (twin or double bed set up available) and the bathrooms are detached with compost toilets.

Golden Grove is owned and run by a South African and Kenyan couple so expect touches of Africa everywhere you look - something that I absolutely loved when we first discovered this little spot of heaven.

INVESTMENT

Quadruple room (ensuite): £540 per person

Triple room: £560 per person (1 ensuite triple room on request)

Double room (double bed & ensuite): £570 per person (£820 for private use)

*Remainder is due on or before the 27th April and payment is completed by direct transfer. Booking your spot on our Wales Yoga Retreat means you have read and agree to our terms and conditions.

Included in the price:

• Shared accommodation as per your preference

• Wholesome vegan snacks and meals as mentioned in the itinerary

• Tea, coffee, juice and a selection of red and white wines

• Morning meditation & vinyasa or power yoga + evening yin or restorative yoga & yoga Nidra

• Welcome gift bag
  
  

Not included:

• Transport

• Spa treatments (available on request)

• Drinks and any activities not mentioned

“Kat was absolutely fantastic! I recently went on a yoga retreat with her to Iceland and was blown away by her ability to work through poses with people of all sizes and varying athletic abilities. Each day had a varied energy and vibe, and I left with a true sense of well-being and personal contentment. As someone who’s practiced yoga for nearly a decade, I feel very confident in recommending her on 5 stars to anyone at any level.”

THE YOGA

All our Wales yoga retreat classes will take place in a dedicated yoga shala or the spacious ceremonial room. Each morning we will begin the day with a mindful meditation and an invigorating vinyasa yoga practice to build heat and energy for the day ahead.

In the evenings, before dinner, we’ll unwind with a sweet Yin or restorative yoga class and a Yoga Nidra. All classes incorporate mindfulness, pranayama (breath work) and meditation and are accessible to all levels.

THE FOOD

We’re working with a local caterer and serving up hearty, wholesome vegetarian meals for this retreat. You can expect a light breakfast each morning before practice, a delicious brunch, some snacks for afternoon tea and dinner. Hot drinks, juices and a selection of wines are also included. Please do let us know if you have any dietary restrictions or preferences and we’ll do our best to accommodate these.

schedule

Friday 27th

Arrive after 2PM and settle in

4pm: Welcome circle with a hot drink, slow flow/gentle practice and introduction to the yamas and niymas 

5pm: Free time to use amenities 

7pm: Group dinner

8pm: Marshmallows round the firepit

Saturday 28th

8am: Light bite pre practice (coffee/granola/muffin for example)

9am: Extended morning yoga practice and meditation (approx 90mins)

11am: Brunch

12.30pm: Optional activity or free time to use amenities - wood fire sauna, plunge pool, jacuzzi or book in with the massage therapist

4pm: Tea and a snack

5pm: Yin or Restorative yoga practice

7pm: Group dinner

9pm: Take in the night skies around the firepit 

Sunday 29th

8am: Light bite pre practice (coffee/granola/muffin for example)

9am: Extended morning practice and meditation (approx 90mins)

11am: Brunch

12.30pm: Optional activity or free time to use amenities - wood fire sauna, plunge pool, jacuzzi

3pm: Tea and a snack

5pm: Dreamtime Yin and Yoga Nidra practice

7pm: Group dinner

9.15pm: Campfire and marshmallows 

Monday 30th

7am: Shorter Morning practice

8am: Breakfast 

9am: Pack up and depart

**We like to try and stay flexible to account for the group needs, weather conditions etc so this schedule is subject to change.

ACTIVITIES & excursionS near by

This area is a beautiful, peaceful space and a haven for British wildlife. So if you’re not relaxing in the hot tub or relaxing with a book on the lawn you can venture a little further a field to find ancient castle ruins, wild swimming spots and incredible hikes and views.

Hiking & wild swimming: We’re right on the edge of the beautiful Brecon Becons so done your boots or a swimming costume and enjoy countless, beautiful hiking and wild swimming excursions in the surrounding mountains, waterfalls and lakes.

Countryside walks: There’s a beautiful two-hour circular loop through the deer park that gives you the opportunity to stretch your legs and soak up some fresh countryside air.

Castle Exploration: Hike to the near by castles of Catell Dinefwr and Carreg Cennen to explore the ruins and caves and soak up the incredible views.