5-Day Yoga & Nature Wellness Retreat in the Welsh Countryside

This retreat is built around the rhythm of the land in late autumn. The theme is contemplation and letting go, and the yoga practice focuses on the first and seventh chakras, connecting to the idea of grounding and release. Each morning and evening, Emily guides a session that blends conscious yoga with meditation, encouraging you to move in a way that feels right for your body rather than forcing a single style.

The land itself is central to the experience. Guests are invited to join forage walks to identify wild plants, tap birch trees, and help gather food for meals. There's also a hands-on workshop where you'll make an oxymel — a traditional herbal preparation — to take home. Weather permitting, there are excursions to local landmarks like a nearby castle, riverside walks, and opportunities for wild swimming.

A highlight is the cacao ceremony and conscious dance evening, where you can move freely to music and let go of inhibitions. The retreat is co-hosted by Emily and Mathu, who together create a warm and authentic atmosphere. Guests often comment on how quickly they feel at home here.

The property is a large farmhouse surrounded by 22 acres of land, with a stream running through it and a vegetable garden that supplies much of the food for the retreat. Two friendly dogs and two cats live on the property and are part of the everyday scene, though they're not allowed in the bedrooms or yoga space. Evening activities can include macrame, drawing, or simply sitting by the fire in good company.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation in your chosen room type - 2 daily yoga and meditation classes - 3 daily organic meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - 1 hour full-body massage - Cacao ceremony and conscious dance - Wild food foraging and preserving workshop - Specialised workshops (e.g. macrame, wreath making) - Welcome drink - Water and tea throughout the day - Packed lunch on departure day - Parking - Pre and post retreat support from the hosts

What's not included

- Flights and airport transfers - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional treatments or activities beyond what's listed - Personal expenses