Yoga Medicine Wellness Escape in the Lake District, UK

This retreat is held at Sunny Brow Farm, a converted Cumbrian farmstead tucked into a dale near Black Fell, surrounded by streams, sheep pastures, and woodland. The farm itself is a working smallholding, and the barns have been renovated into comfortable self-catering cottages, blending modern interiors with original beams and log burners. The atmosphere is peaceful and unhurried, with the sound of sheep and birds rather than traffic.

The retreat program is shaped by the time of year—each one aligns with a point on the Celtic wheel, from the spark of Imbolc in February to the inward turn of Samhain in November. Sessions draw on a mix of yin and yang yoga styles, pranayama, meditation, and self-inquiry, often infused with ceremony. You might find yourself in a cacao ceremony, a breathwork circle with drumming, or a sound bath. Suzy-Anne adapts each session to the group, so no two retreats are the same.

A typical day starts with a gentle breakfast energy ball, followed by a long morning yoga session. After brunch, the afternoon is yours—most people head out for a walk in the hills or book extra treatments, and there's always tea and snacks available in the Old Dairy. Evenings bring a second yoga and meditation session, followed by dinner together. The schedule leaves real breathing room, which is exactly the point: this is a retreat about slowing down, not packing in activities.

Suzy-Anne has been running retreats at Sunny Brow Farm for over a decade, and it shows in the careful planning and the warmth of the welcome. She's trained in multiple yoga styles, macrobiotic cooking, and emotional counseling, and has completed cacao priestess training and All Nations sweat lodge mentorship. Her teaching is rooted in personal experience—she came to yoga and holistic living as a way to heal from chronic illness and emotional disconnection—and she shares what she's learned with a kind, down-to-earth presence.

What's included

- 3 nights accommodation in renovated barn cottages - Nutritious brunch, snacks, and evening meals - Water, tea, and coffee throughout the day - Daily yoga and meditation classes - 1-hour holistic massage - Wi-Fi connection - Use of yoga studio and facilities - Welcome pack and pre-retreat support

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights and travel costs - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Personal expenses - Additional treatments