Gentle Detox & Wellness Retreat in the Scottish Highlands

The Body Toolkit Retreat takes place in the west coast Scottish Highlands. Mornings start with a glass of juice or a smoothie and a short talk on how the day fits together. There are guided walks, usually along the coast or into the hills, plus workshops on digestion, stress and sleep. Afternoons are for resting, reading or one-to-one chats with the team, and evenings are an early supper and an early night.

The programme is gentle on purpose. There's no military-style exercise or calorie counting. Instead guests follow a juice and smoothie plan with light meals, and the team teaches simple techniques you can keep using at home. People often say they weren't hungry, which matters if you've done strict detoxes before and hated them.

The setting is a big part of it. The west coast of Scotland is quiet, with sea views, changing weather and plenty of space to walk. It's not a beach holiday — think fleeces and walking shoes — but the landscape does a lot of the work.

Groups are small, and the week is run by Katrina Mather, who has been running these retreats for years and has won awards for the programme. You'll get daily support, and if you want to keep going afterwards there's a virtual version and a 'Reset' guided detox for people who've already been on a retreat.

The retreat is residential and includes accommodation and all the juices, smoothies and meals. Exact room types and departure dates weren't listed on the page we saw, so check with the operator before booking.

What's included

- 7 nights accommodation in the Scottish Highlands - All juices, smoothies and light meals - Guided walks - Workshops on digestion, stress, sleep and mindful eating - Daily support from the retreat team - Optional gentle stretching or yoga

What's not included

- Travel to and from the retreat - Travel insurance - Personal expenses - Additional treatments or one-to-one sessions (if available)