5-Day Yoga Medicine Retreat in the Lake District, UK

This retreat is built around the rhythm of the year. The host, Suzy-Anne, has been running retreats here for over a decade, and she weaves the ancient Celtic fire festivals—Imbolc, Beltane, Samhain, the solstices and equinoxes—into the heart of each gathering. If you come in February, you'll be working with the spark of new beginnings; in May, with fiery growth; in November, with the power of rest and darkness. This seasonal focus gives the retreat a grounded, cyclical feel that's easy to connect with, even if you've never done yoga before.

Each day includes two yoga medicine sessions, one in the morning and one in the evening. These aren't your standard vinyasa flows—they blend yin and yang styles, pranayama, self-inquiry, and meditation, often inspired by yogic texts and infused with earth spirituality. On Wednesday, there's a cacao ceremony during the morning session, and in the evening, a breathwork ceremony. You'll also get a one-hour holistic massage as part of the package, with more treatments available if you want to go deeper.

Suzy-Anne's journey into this work started 30 years ago, born from her own struggle with chronic candida and a feeling of disconnection from herself. She trained in various yoga styles, macrobiotic cooking, and emotional counselling, and later received mentorship in the All Nations sweat lodge tradition and cacao priestess training. That eclectic background shows in her teaching—it's not dogmatic, it's practical and heartfelt. She's supported by a small team, and together they create an atmosphere that guests describe as deeply caring and safe.

Sunny Brow Farm is a beautiful old Cumbrian farm, lovingly renovated with modern comfort while keeping its character. The yoga studio overlooks woodlands and sheep pastures, and the farm itself is surrounded by streams, fields, and easy access to the South Lake District's lakes, rivers, and villages. Hawkshead is a 5-minute drive away, and Ambleside is about 10 minutes, so you can easily head out for a hike or explore the local area on your free afternoons.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation in Sunny Brow Farm luxury barn conversions - Nutritious brunch, snacks and evening meal - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - 1 hour treatment - Yoga retreat in heart of Lake District National Park - Wi-Fi connection

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights cost - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Personal expenses - Additional treatments