by Adventure Yogi Yoga Retreat, Brycheiniog Banau
Immerse yourself in the lush hills, heather mountains and river valleys of Bannau Brycheiniog national park (formerly known as the Brychechanna) with a three-night retreat that combines the restorative powers of nature with yoga. Located on a historic country estate, accommodation is in comfortable restored farm buildings – including the old corn barn, suitable for two, with grounds perfect for restorative visits. The package includes two guided walks, delicious vegan food, boarding down the River Wye or a stroll into the nearby book lover’s town of Hay-on-Wye.
Four day retreat (various dates) from £649pp full board; adventureyogi.com
Yoga and surfing, Cornwall
Get ready for an action-packed weekend with this two-night break in a private woodland camp, where yoga sessions are combined with time in the waves of Newquay’s Towan or Fistral Beach. There are surfing and yoga classes every day, and you can swim in the campsite’s natural pond, or try your hand at ax. Beginner surfers and experienced snorkelers are welcome, and accommodation is in shared bell tents, with a campfire in the evening.
Two-night breaks from £289 B&B; cornishwave.com
Yoga, yurt and lake, East Sussex
Create your own yoga retreat at Freshwinds Camping Holidays, a small family site near Hastings. Book the Yoga Yurt by the lake, and choose from a half-day or full-day retreat with paddleboarding or swimming alongside a yoga or qigong class. Classes are available, with time to explore the footpaths and cycle path that traverse the surrounding AONB. Campfires are allowed on site and there is a large camp kitchen and hot water showers.
Two night breaks from £150. Half day/full day retreat £65-£80pp; freshwindcamping.co.uk
Ananda yoga retreats, Lake District
Choose from day, weekend retreats that combine yoga with sound disciplines, including crystal bowls or an autumn retreat that celebrates “letting go” at Ananda’s two Cumbrian bases in Grasmere and Coniston. Ashtanga, kundalini and yin yoga are available, and classes are taught by renowned teachers. There’s also the chance to try windsurfing, whitewater swimming or hiking – and plenty of time to explore the bucolic lakeside scenery.
Three-night retreat from £490pp; anandayogaretreats.com
Wild yoga trip, the Highlands
The stunning landscape of the Rhone National Park provides the backdrop for this two-night wild camping retreat that combines mountain walking with mindfulness and yoga. Distances cover between 10-15km per day, with information about the history and geology of the landscape, along with one-on-one yoga instruction. Six is the maximum number of groups, with all equipment provided and plenty of excellent veggie food.
Four day retreat (30 August – 1 September) from £520pp full board; wildrootsguiding.scot
Yoga, meditation and paddling programme, Somerset
Choose from a shepherd’s hut, yurt or log cabin for this three-night retreat, set in woodland, with a lake for wild swimming or windsurfing. The stay offers daily vinyasa, head and meditation classes, SUP yoga and vegetarian feasts. The core ethos is the celebration of nature, and each retreat includes a “surprise workshop”, a celebration of the natural world.
Three night retreat from £595, based on three people sharing a yurt, full board; the wild.co
Summer Jam, Kent
Join Flow Yoga for this three-day baccalaureate retreat at Chafford Park in Kent, a rambling country estate with 300 acres of wild meadows and ancient woodland. There will be a range of yoga offerings, from dynamic to soothing meditations and aromatherapy, and therapists will be on hand to soothe stressed bodies. In the meantime, you can go out cycling and swimming wildly. Enjoy delicious campfire feasts from Chafford’s Kitchen’s Di Bella, as well as chilled rosé to toast the sunset; afterwards sleep under the stars in their beautifully situated bell tents in a field of wild flowers. Or for a roof over your head, enjoy the 16th century Long Barn House with comfortable en-suite rooms.
Three-day retreat from £465pp, 28-30 June; flowtunbridgewells.com
Yoga and meditation, the Highlands
For those looking for something longer than a weekend, Dhanakosa Buddhist Center offers a range of longer spiritual retreats, which combine traditional yoga with Buddhist meditation and periods of silence. There is free time to explore the countryside around Loch Voil and the village of Balquhidder, with great vegetarian food available throughout (help with washing up is expected). There is no set price – Dhanakosa operates on a donation basis, with guests paying what they can afford.
Week, full board, donation recommended from £520pp; dhanakosa.com
Yoga and fitness, Norfolk
This two night retreat is the perfect getaway. Four 90-minute yoga sessions are booked with healthy meals and snacks, with a Saturday evening sound meditation session, outdoor sauna and hot tub. Custom massages are also available. Inside the elegant farmhouse, the six rooms are stylish and comfortable, and the courtyard is the perfect spot for a pre-dinner drink.
Two night retreat, (21-23 June and 4-6 October) from £450pp full board; thenorfolkfarmhouse.co.uk
Yoga and Ayurveda, Herefordshire
A great introduction for anyone wanting to understand more about the Ayurvedic lifestyle, this two-night retreat includes three hours of yoga and meditation per day, with activities including cooking demonstrations and talks. The pace is slower and more meditative than some retreats, with a flexible schedule including time to participate in sharing circles and countryside walks.
Two-night breaks, full board, from £385pp; plantationvilla.com.
