Experiences for your heart, body and soul
Rest in Bliss
Rest in Bliss
Restorative Yoga, Massage & Reiki
Treat yourself to a blissful and sacred experience where you can truly let go and be supported. Enjoy deep relaxation combined with gentle yoga poses that promote well-being, healing, and tension release. In this serene environment, you’ll be invited to hold the poses passively, with use of props, helping to reduce anxiety and calm the nervous system, all while receiving a soothing, gentle massage and reiki.
This experience is perfect for anyone looking to calm and replenish their nervous system and in need of floating in blissful rest!
This experience is suitable for people of all levels.
Rest in Bliss
Yin Yoga, Reiki & Massage
Treat yourself to a blissful and sacred experience where you can truly let go and be supported. Enjoy deep relaxation combined with gentle yoga poses that promote well-being, healing, and tension release. In this serene environment, you’ll be invited to hold the poses passively, with use of props, helping to reduce anxiety and calm the nervous system, all while receiving a soothing, gentle massage and reiki.
This experience is perfect for anyone looking to calm and replenish their nervous system and in need of floating in blissful rest!
Spring Immersion Retreat
Welcome to our exclusive yoga retreat in a beautiful traditional villa just 20 minutes outside Essaouira, Morocco, in Spring 2025. Essaouira, with its charming medina and vibrant arts scene, offers a rich historical backdrop that adds to the unique vibe of the coastal town.
Autumn brings mild temperatures between 18 to 25 degrees Celsius (64 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit), making it perfect for relaxation and exploration. Enjoy leisurely walks along the beach, visit local markets, and immerse yourself in the area's rich culture.
Root & Rest - Yoga & Plant based Cooking Retreat
“Root & Rest”
A Weekend of Yoga, Plant-Based Food & Cooking Retreat in Stunning Nature”
Ash,Nr Canerbury -Kent
As summer's warmth gives way to autumn's grounding energy, we invite you to pause, reset, and reconnect.
Root & Rest is a nourishing autumn retreat in a lovely manor in Ash, Kent—a place where nature, stillness, and community harmonise.
This intimate retreat is limited to eight guests, creating a warm space to unwind and reconnect with yourself.
What makes Roots & Rest truly special—and unlike most retreats—is the chance to join immersive, hands-on vegan cooking workshops led by the vibrant and talented plant-based chef, Bogdan Co. This unique feature combines the wellbeing benefits of yoga and reflection with the creative nourishment of learning directly from an expert chef.
Together, you’ll explore simple, nourishing, and delicious recipes you can easily recreate at home — leaving you not only restored but inspired with new skills and ideas to support your wellbeing long after the retreat ends.
Expect laughter, creativity, colour, and flavour—this rare blend of joyful learning and deep nourishment is what sets Roots & Rise apart from typical yoga or cooking retreats.
Why Autumn?
Autumn is a time of letting go, grounding, and returning inward. This retreat has been thoughtfully curated to help you:
Restore balance after the high energy of summer.
Create space for reflection and clarity.
Nourish your body with warming, seasonal foods.
Cultivate practices that support stability and calm.
You’ll leave feeling rooted, replenished, and ready for the season ahead.
A Space to Truly Unwind
Imagine slow mornings, fresh countryside air, nourishing food, meaningful connections, and evenings wrapped in blankets by the fire, listening to music or simply enjoying the quiet.
Reserve your spot now and step into an autumn retreat designed for deep rest, growth, and transformation.
Limited Spaces
To preserve the intimate, personal nature of this retreat, spaces are limited to just 8 participants.
Book your place today — secure your invitation to a truly special and rejuvenating weekend before spaces fill.
Meet your hosts
Bogdan Theo
Retreat Chef · Functional Drinks Alchemist · Space Holder
Bogdan is a plant-based retreat chef and food experience curator devoted to creating nourishment that connects people back to nature, to each other, and to themselves. With over 17 years immersed in the rhythm of London’s hospitality scene, he now channels his craft into more intentional spaces where food becomes ritual, storytelling, and quiet transformation.
Rooted in his Romanian heritage and guided by a lifelong fascination with herbs, wild ingredients, and functional drinks, Bogdan brings a grounded yet creative approach to retreat cuisine. His cooking celebrates seasonality, biodynamic produce, and the energetic quality of ingredients — honouring the journey from soil to gut.
Beyond the kitchen, Bogdan is known for his calm, warm, and sensitive front-of-house presence and his ability to hold space for groups. His background in fashion refined his aesthetic eye, while years of collaborating with farmers, herbalists, and artisan makers shaped his respect for authenticity and craft.
Through studies in nutrition, foraging, and authentic relating practices, he has developed a style of hospitality that feels both deeply personal and quietly elevating. For Bogdan, preparing food and drinks is an act of care and connection — a reminder that true nourishment is not only physical, but emotional and communal.
He believes the most powerful ingredient is intention, and that meals shared in presence can become moments of healing, joy, and belonging.
During the retreat, he’ll guide you through hands-on workshops, sharing recipes and techniques. Expect bold flavours, creativity and laughter
Emily Gilchrist
I am a mother, yoga teacher, energy healer, mindfulness coach, fun-loving, creative, and cheeky catalyst for transformation and positive change.
I am devoted to the path of creating sacred, safe, loving and nurturing spaces where people can come, unravel, and be free to show up without apology, exactly as they are. I believe in being authentic and sharing the imperfect, perfect truth of who I am and life, so we can learn to truly accept and embrace the whole of who we all are.
How it began
I became involved in the art of healing over 20 years ago after my own personal journey in Yoga had started.
Yoga found me at a crucial turning point in my life back in 2001 while living in India. It was my own trauma and being left with little confidence in myself and who I was that got me on the mat! It didn’t take long before I noticed the profound benefits Yoga had started to have on my overall state of mind and well-being, I soon found myself on the way to the ashram in south India, embarking on my first TTC, where the course of my path would change forever! I left knowing it was my mission to share this medicine wherever my heart led me.
You can read more about me on my page here:
Investment Fee
Earlybird -Twin Room (shared bathroom) - £430
Earlybird - Private Room (shared bathroom) - £520
Earlybird - Private Room with ensuite - £565
EARLYBIRD RATE EXPIRES AUGUST 1ST 2025
Standard rate -Twin Room (shared bathroom) - £475
Satnadar rate - Private Room (shared bathroom) - £575
Standard rate- Private Room with ensuite - £625
PLEASE NOTE: You can secure your place with just a £200 deposit. Then, pay the rest off 0% interest-free in instalments. You can pay the deposit via the link below, and I will then be in touch to work out a monthly payment plan that suits your budget between now and the start date. Please refer to my Terms and Conditions HERE.
What’s included?
Brunch, dinner, snacks and all-day drinks
Daily Yoga classes
Daily Meditation
Daily Pranayama
Vegan Cooking Workshops with Bogdan
Accommodation
What’s not included?
Any additional treatments, massages
Any transfers to and from Manor House
Travel infromation
Travel Information:
The manor house in Ash, near Canterbury, Kent, is easily accessible by road, rail, and air. From London, the simplest route by car is via the M2 or A2, with a journey time of approximately 1–1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
By train, the fastest and most convenient stations are Canterbury West or Canterbury East, with direct services from London taking around 1 hour; from there, Ash is just a 15–20 minute taxi ride. Local taxi fares from Canterbury to Ash typically range from £25 to £40, depending on distance and time of day, based on standard regional fares.
If travelling from East Sussex (e.g. East Grinstead), the easiest route is by car via the M25 and M20, or the A21/A2, taking around 1–2 hours.
The nearest major airport is London Gatwick Airport, around 1 hour 15 minutes by car, with regular train connections from Gatwick to Canterbury (typically via London or direct regional routes) taking approximately 1.5–2 hours. We recommend pre-booking taxis to ensure a smooth, stress-free arrival.
Autumn Immersion Retreat
Welcome to our exclusive yoga retreat in a beautiful traditional villa just 20 minutes outside Essaouira, Morocco, in Autumn 2026. Essaouira, with its charming medina and vibrant arts scene, offers a rich historical backdrop that adds to the unique vibe of the coastal town.
Autumn brings mild temperatures between 18 to 25 degrees Celsius (64 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit), making it perfect for relaxation and exploration. Enjoy leisurely walks along the beach, visit local markets, and immerse yourself in the area's rich culture.
Kenyan Yoga and Safari Retreat
Step into the wild, untamed beauty of Kenya on a journey designed to awaken, restore, and reconnect you to your most essential self.
Set along Kenya’s breathtaking coastline between Malindi and Watamu, this retreat unfolds in one of the most stunning locations in East Africa—where powder-white sands, turquoise waters, and lush tropical surroundings create the perfect sanctuary for deep rest and renewal . Here, life softens. Time slows. And space opens for you to truly arrive.
This is more than a retreat—it is an immersion into the rhythm of the land.
Each day invites you into a harmonious blend of soulful yoga, meditation, and mindful stillness, allowing your practice to deepen in a way that feels both grounding and expansive. Surrounded by nature’s raw beauty, you’ll find yourself moving, breathing, and simply being with greater presence and ease.
As the journey unfolds, the experience expands beyond the coast into the wild heart of Kenya. From ocean serenity to safari adventure, you will witness the magic of this land in its many forms—where vast skies, rich earth, and extraordinary wildlife create moments that stay with you long after you leav
Kenyan Yoga and Safari Retreat Rooms
Welcome to the Beach Palace Accmomdation
One of the most glamorous and exciting houses on the East African Coast, a dramatic, luxurious, and expansive new private home set in three peaceful beachfront acres in Jacaranda Bay, between Malindi and Watamu, on Kenya’s north coast. The Beach Palace, also known as Beach Palazzo, features air-conditioned ensuite bedrooms and a spectacular 40-meter elevated infinity pool. Cool, refined, secluded, versatile, and sophisticated accommodation.
Family Suite 1
First floor spacious suite composed of 2 bedrooms, 1 master suite, 1 twin room and en-suite bathroom with a bathtub, balcony and a private terrace.
Investment fee
Family Master suite 1 - 1 x person- Double with shared bathroom - £3250 Booked
Family Master suite 1 - 2 x persons - Double with shared bathroom - £4950 Booked
Family suite Twin Room 1 - 1 x person -Twin room with shared bathroom - £2550 - Available!
Family Suite 2
First floor spacious suite composed of 2 bedrooms, 1 master suite, 1 twin room and en-suite bathroom with a bathtub, balcony and a private terrace.
Investment fee
Family Master suite 2 - 1 x person- Double with shared bathroom - £3250
Family Master suite 2 - 2 x persons - Double with shared bathroom - £4950
Family suite Twin Room 2- 1 x person -Twin room with shared bathroom - £2550
Booked!
Master suite - 3
Pool floor comfortable bedroom with a private foyer, en-suite bathroom with a bathtub, and a private terrace. Ideal for 1 person or a couple.
Investment fee
Private Master Suite (ensuite bathroom) – £4150pp
Private Master Suite for Two (ensuite bathroom) – £5795
Booked!
Master suite - 4
Pool floor suite, consisting of a large bedroom with a private foyer, and en-suite bathroom with bathtub. Private terrace with sunbeds. Ideal for 1 perosn or a couple.
Investment fee
Private Master Suite (ensuite bathroom) – £4150pp
Private Master Suite for Two (ensuite bathroom) – £5795
Booked!
Master Suite 5
Garden floor, direct access to garden and beach. Large suite with private terrace , composed of a comfortable double bedroom and sitting area. Private bathroom. Ideal for 1 person or a couple.
Investment fee
Private Master Suite (ensuite bathroom) –£4150pp
Private Master Suite for Two (ensuite bathroom) – £5795
Available!
Master Suite 6
Garden floor, direct access to garden and beach. Spacious suite with private terrace, composed of a comfortable double bedroom, sitting area and en-suite bathroom. Ideal for 1 perosn or a couple.
Investment fee
Private Master Suite for One (ensuite bathroom) – £4150pp
Private Master Suite for Two (ensuite bathroom) – £5795
Available!
Master Suite 7
Pool floor, adjacent to the sitting room. Double bed suite with private foyer, closet and en-suite bathroom. Ideal for 1 perosn or a couple.
Investment fee
Private Master Suite for One (ensuite bathroom) – £4150pp
Private Master Suite for Two (ensuite bathroom) – £5795
Avaialble!
Suite 8 - Twin Room
Pool floor with direct access to the pool. Large suite with private garden, composed of 2 single beds, sitting area and en-suite bathroom. Ideal for 2 adults.
Investment fee
Twin Room – £2995pp
Available!
Suite 9 - Twin Room
Pool floor with direct access to the pool. Spacious suite with patio, composed of 2 large single beds and sitting area. En-suite bathroom and private garden. Ideal for 2 adults
Investment fee
Suite 9 - Twin with private bathroom - £2995pp
Booked!
PLEASE NOTE: You can secure your place at the early bird rate NOW with just a deposit of just 10% of the total amount. Then, pay the rest off 0% interest-free in instalments. You can pay the deposit via the link below, and I will then be in touch to work out a monthly payment plan that suits your budget between now and the start date. Please refer to my Terms and Conditions HERE.
What’s included?
Brunch, dinner, snacks and all-day water and juices
Daily Yoga classes
Daily Mediation
Daily Pranayama
Workshops
Accommodation
All facilities
Afternoon trip to the local town of Watamu
Afternoon boat trip out
Safari lodge, game drive and all food included
Domestic flight from Nairobi to Malindi
All transfers, including; from Malindi airport on arrival to the beach villa, from the beach villa to the safari lodge and the safari lodge to Nairobi (upon departure)
What’s not included?
Any extra trips out or excursions that are not listed on the itinerary
Any extra food that is not on the schedule
Any additional treatments, massages
International flights to Nairobi
Visas and travel insurance
Frequently Asked Questions
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We expect around 12-14 people with a maximum capacity of 18.
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Yes, this trip is suitable for solo travellers. It will be the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded people who are passionate about travel, experiencing new cultures, and improving their well-being.
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We expect to have at least a couple of men on the retreat. Although the groups are usually predominantly women, men are most welcome.
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Yes, if you book a twin room, we will make sure you share a room with someone of the same sex and will do our best to match you with someone of a similar profile. The good news is the rooms are huge so you feel like you have plenty of space, and generally, everyone who comes along is super lovely.
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Yes, the retreat will be 100% suitable for people of all levels, ages, shapes, and sizes. With over 20 years of experience teaching classes,, all the sessions will be delivered to adapt and accommodate everyone's needs.
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The age range can vary from anywhere between mid-20s to early 70s, and the overall spirit of the group is always ageless.
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Yes, all yoga equipment, including a brick, bolster, mat and belt, will be provided, but you are very welcome to pack your own if you prefer
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Absolutely! There is so much to do in Malindi & Watamu, from sunset dhow cruises to Sup-ing with pods of dolphins, to snorkelling in local marine parks and visiting local sites such as Marafa Hells Kitchen (natural canyon), Mida Creek mangroves, Gede ruins & the Arabuko forest & elephants to name a few. Many watersports are available locally, including kite surfing, diving, wakeboarding, fishing, sailing, wake surfing, wind foiling, etc. There is a great Padel tennis club in Watamu. You can book courts easily and enjoy a delicious iced coffee post-match at the cafe there!
Between morning and sunset yoga, there will be ample free time each day to laze on the beach, do excursions, explore the local towns of Malindi and Watamu, go for lovely lunches, or sample the sublime gelato found locally due to the Italian influence in the area.
When we arrive, the villa manager will be on hand to advise and book any activities we wish to do, and a driver will be available for transportation.
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No, you do not. It is recommended that you participate as much as you can to get the most out of your yoga development, but obviously, it's entirely up to you how much you do and it is important to listen to your body when it knows it needs to rest!
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I would recommend packing plenty of beach clothes, yoga clothes, sunscreen, a meditation shawl, a journal, a pen, sunglasses, evening clothes, a few warm clothes for the evening as it gets cooler at night, cool protective clothes and shoes and a hat for the safari, insect repellent, malaria tablets just in-case you are very sensitive to bites, camera.
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The food will be mainly vegan/vegetarian to support a healthy yogic diet and will accommodate all dietary requirements and allergies, provided they are noted in the booking form. For non-vegetarian people, we would not expect you to come to Kenya by the beach and not sample their fresh local fish at least for a couple of the meals, but the menu will accommodate all preferences.
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At the end of February, Watamu, Kenya experiences hot, humid weather with an average daily maximum of around 26°C and a minimum of 14°C, making it a good time for safaris and beach activities.
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There is a high risk of malaria in some areas of Kenya, so it is generally advised to take antimalarial tablets, use insect repellent, and avoid mosquito bites . You can visit a travel clinic or use an online travel clinic to order them.
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30 mins in a pre-arranged taxi
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It will take approximately 5.5 hours, with a stop for lunch on the way. A large part of the journey will be a game drive through Tsavo East National Park, and hopefully, you will see lots of animals!
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You can, but you will need to book the safari directly by following the link below:
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The quickest route is by train from Voi. It takes approximately 4.5 hours, and the journey is scenic and pleasant.
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You can fly directly from London to Nairobi with Kenyan and British Airways, which takes approximately 8.5 hours. We will fly overnight on Monday, February 23rd, arriving on Tuesday, February 24th, at Nairobi airport.
Upon our return, we will take the overnight flight back to London on Tuesday, the 3rd (most likely the BA flight at 11.35 pm).
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We will meet at Nairobi Kenyatta airport's domestic terminal on Tuesday mid-morning, ready to fly to Malindi on an internal flight included in your package. If you are arriving at a different time, we can arrange an internal flight time that suits you, as there are four flights a day from NBO to MYD.
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It can be nice to take out local currency before you arrive, just so you have it for tipping people or bartering in the local markets. Dollars are always appreciated. Most boutiques and restaurants will take cards, but I recommend having cash at hand, too.
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Yes, you can do this online by following the link here: https://kenya-visa.co.uk/
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Yes, you absolutely can, interest-free.
We require a £200 initial non-refundable deposit, and then we can set up a monthly arrangement to pay off the balance before departure.
Rest in Bliss
Rest in Bliss
Restorative Yoga, Massage & Reiki
Treat yourself to a blissful and sacred experience where you can truly let go and be supported. Enjoy deep relaxation combined with gentle yoga poses that promote well-being, healing, and tension release. In this serene environment, you’ll be invited to hold the poses passively, with use of props, helping to reduce anxiety and calm the nervous system, all while receiving a soothing, gentle massage and reiki.
This experience is perfect for anyone looking to calm and replenish their nervous system and in need of floating in blissful rest!
This experience is suitable for people of all levels.
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! You can now book for Sunday May 17th
Rest in Bliss
Rest in Bliss
Restorative Yoga, Massage & Reiki
Treat yourself to a blissful and sacred experience where you can truly let go and be supported. Enjoy deep relaxation combined with gentle yoga poses that promote well-being, healing, and tension release. In this serene environment, you’ll be invited to hold the poses passively, with use of props, helping to reduce anxiety and calm the nervous system, all while receiving a soothing, gentle massage and reiki.
This experience is perfect for anyone looking to calm and replenish their nervous system and in need of floating in blissful rest!
This expereince is suitbale for people of all levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Please make sure you bring a blanket and a pillow or cushion of spme description to help you relax more comfortably.
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Please wear loose, comfortable and warm clothing
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Yes some oil and cream will be used along with essentail oils, so it’s a good idea to save washing your hair for after the session, or ideally leaving it on over night.
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Yes there is ample parking outside the grannary and the address is listed on this page and below here:
The Grannary,
W Hoathly Rd,
East Grinstead RH19 4NF
Rest in Bliss
Yin Yoga, Reiki & Massage
Treat yourself to a blissful and sacred experience where you can truly let go and be supported. Enjoy deep relaxation combined with gentle yoga poses that promote well-being, healing, and tension release. In this serene environment, you’ll be invited to hold the poses passively, with use of props, helping to reduce anxiety and calm the nervous system, all while receiving a soothing, gentle massage and reiki.
This experience is perfect for anyone looking to calm and replenish their nervous system and in need of floating in blissful rest!
Winter Solstice Day Retreat
Join us for a blissful MINI RETREAT that will warm your heart and deeply nourish your soul. The perfect tonic for to return to you!
Escape the pressure of everyday life and join us for a rejuvenating Day Retreat just half an hour outside of London, nestled in stunning natural surroundings. Begin your journey with a blissful extended meditation, pranayama, and yoga session in a gorgeous, warm, fully equipped and inspiring studio; following this serene practice, indulge in a delicious yogi brunch prepared with love to nourish you from the inside out. Afterwards, take advantage of a couple of free hours to unwind with soothing massages, relax in the wood-burning outdoor sauna and invigorate yourself with a refreshing cold plunge.
After lunch has settled, we will wrap up the day with a Cacao and Kirtan ceremony to open our hearts and leave full of joy!
Autumn Immersion Retreat
Welcome to our exclusive yoga retreat in a beautiful traditional villa just 20 minutes outside Essaouira, Morocco, in Spring 2025. Essaouira, with its charming medina and vibrant arts scene, offers a rich historical backdrop that adds to the unique vibe of the coastal town.
Autumn brings mild temperatures between 18 to 25 degrees Celsius (64 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit), making it perfect for relaxation and exploration. Enjoy leisurely walks along the beach, visit local markets, and immerse yourself in the area's rich culture.
New Moon Ritual
New Moon Ritual
Gather in sacred space and channel the powerful manifestation energies of the New Moon.
Every new moon offers an excellent opportunity to set intentions and plant seeds for the future, aligned with the unique energies and themes related to the zodiac sign the new moon falls under.
Our ritual will begin with Mama Cacao's heart-opening, protective embrace, creating a nurturing and supportive environment. This will be complemented by some breathwork, guiding us into a calming atmosphere filled with intention and light.
From this serene space, you will embark on a journey of visual meditation, reflective practices, journaling, and the wisdom of oracle cards. Your presence and energy will be integral to this experience.
These elements will be beautifully accompanied by an elevating soundscape and harmonic tonal frequencies, guiding you as you plant the seeds of your dreams and nurture them to flourish.
To book please register via the link below:
Mini half day retreat
Mini Half Day Retreat
Join me for a blissful mini-retreat that will warm your heart and deeply nourish your soul. This day is the perfect tonic for busy schedules and those who need to fit time in to replenish!
With love from me x
Join me for a morning dedicated to self-care. Beginning with a yin yoga session, with props to support you in each pose, helping to relax and soothe your nervous system. While you immerse yourself in this practice, I will circulate through the group to offer individual attention, using the healing touch of massage and reiki to allow you to rest in bliss!
You'll also explore the benefits of pranayama and mindfulness meditation to help centre your thoughts. Following this, you can savour a wholesome veggie lunch box, and take the option to enjoy a soothing sauna followed by a refreshing cold plunge, leaving you energised and ready to embrace the rest of your day with renewed vigour and a spring in your step.
Are you ready to treat yourself?
Schedule
10 am -12 pm - Yin Yoga combined with Reiki & Massage
12pm - Yogi brunch box served. Please note: if you decide to stay for a sauna and cold plunge, you can always have your brunch box after
12.pm - 2 pm - Sauna and cold plunge available
Investment fee
Earlybird rate : £50pp (running until 15.04.25)
Standard rate: £55pp
Includes Restorative Yoga, combined with Massage, Reiki and Lunch
Earlybird rate: £70pp (running until 15.04.25)
Standard rate : £75pp
Includes Restorative Yoga , combined with Massage, Reiki, Lunch, Outdoor Sauna & Cold Plunge
Join us for a blissful MINI RETREAT that will warm your heart and deeply nourish your soul. The perfect tonic for to return to you!
Escape the pressure of everyday life and join us for a rejuvenating Day Retreat just half an hour outside of London, nestled in stunning natural surroundings. Begin your journey with a blissful extended meditation, pranayama, and yoga session in a gorgeous, warm, fully equipped and inspiring studio; following this serene practice, indulge in a delicious yogi brunch prepared with love to nourish you from the inside out. Afterwards, take advantage of a couple of free hours to unwind with soothing massages, relax in the wood-burning outdoor sauna and invigorate yourself with a refreshing cold plunge.
After lunch has settled, we will wrap up the day with a Cacao and Kirtan ceremony to open our hearts and leave full of joy!
Spring Immersion Retreat
Welcome to our exclusive yoga retreat in a beautiful traditional villa just 20 minutes outside Essaouira, Morocco, in Spring 2025. Essaouira, with its charming medina and vibrant arts scene, offers a rich historical backdrop that adds to the unique vibe of the coastal town.
Spring brings mild temperatures between 18 to 25 degrees Celsius (64 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit), making it perfect for relaxation and exploration. Enjoy leisurely walks along the beach, visit local markets, and immerse yourself in the area's rich culture.
"Harvesting Purpose”
Are you ready to dive deep on a weekend of exploration with myself and Norina, a dear friend and highly experienced facilitator of family constellations?
During this retreat, we will engage in powerful exercises, group discussions, and individual constellations to help you understand your family history and break free from old patterns. Bid farewell to old wounds and welcome more and harmony into your life.
Autumn Dreams Retreat
Autumn Dreams Retreat
Let the magic begin!!
Gift yourslef a sensory journey amidst the enchanting beauty of Tarifa, a captivating destination nestled at the southernmost point of Spain. Here, where the majestic Atlantic and Mediterranean seas unite in a harmonious dance, nature's vibrant energy awaits to awaken your senses.
Immerse yourself with two daily yoga classes that cater to all levels, offering a diverse range of experiences from restorative sessions to dynamic flows, alignment-focused practices, and strengthening sequences. Let the essence of autumn guide your practice, as you embrace the transformative power of this season.
In addition to the enriching classes, there will be afternoon workshops designed to ignite inner growth and self-discovery. These transformational sessions will empower you to delve deeper into your practice, accompanied by soulful ceremonies infused with the sacred sounds of kirtan and the nourishing essence of cacao.
Beyond the schedule, ample time awaits for you to surrender to relaxation and exploration. Stroll along picturesque beaches, with crystal clear views of Morocco, allowing the gentle ocean breeze to invigorate you. Delight in the rejuvenating properties of the local mud baths, connecting with the earth's natural elements. Discover the charm of Tarifa's historic town, with its quaint streets and captivating architecture. Alternatively, simply surrender to tranquility as you lounge by the pool, basking in the serene ambiance of this idyllic retreat.
You will also be nourishing your body and mind, raising your vibration with the incrdible food prepared by lapachamamorganica who will delight you with thier incredible, inspiring, plant based food, crafted with love from locally sourced, organic ingredients. Each bite will be a journey into the heart.
Travel information
Closest Airports by car bus or taxi:
Gibraltar - 40 minutes
Jerez Cadiz - 1hr 15 minutes
Malaga - 1hr 45 minutes
Seville - 2hrs 5 minutes
Investment
If you would like to book on this retreat and have any further questions email me here or if you would like to pay your £200 deposit to secure your place by payment plan then click here.
Otherwise follow then links below to book directly.
Early bird rate expired but you can still claim 10% off if you have been on a retreat with me in the last 12 months or of you refer a friend.
Standard Triple Room £835
Standard Twin Room £950
Private double with ensuite £1375
Yoga & Sound CacaoCeremony with live Handpan
Join Lisa Marie and me for a truly beautiful and deep transformative journey - a fusion of Ritual, Pranayama, Embodiment,Live Handpan and Guided Relaxation. As you immerse yourself in the ceremony, the mesmerising sounds of the Handpan drum played live will weave their way into your being, enhancing the power and practices of Cacao and Nidra, creating a truly magical atmosphere.
Autumn Equinox Day Retreat
Autumn Equinox
Day Retreat
You are invited to join my partner Ben and me for our first collaborative 'Autumn Equinox Day Retreat' in Tonbridge, Kent, UK.
We are excited to honour this potent time, celebrating the balance between the energies of light and dark, working in harmony with the yin and yang energies. This offers the perfect opportunity for reflection and introspection.
Together, Ben and I will embody these energies through both Yin and Yang Yoga practices, accompanied by a live soundscape and a Cacao Ceremony to connect us to the heart and gratitude as we reach the final harvest expressing gratitude for the abundance of the harvest.
During our lunch break, we will enjoy a potluck meal together (which means everyone will bring a dish to share) This not only makes the event more financially accessible, but it will also create a sense of community as we come together to celebrate and give thanks for the abundance of harvest and the food we each share. So please bring the food you are best at making :)
There will also be an optional sauna, and mini massage sessions available during the break for those interested. The sauna is included in the price, while the mini massages will be at an additional cost and must be prebooked due to limited time and availability.
The studio at Mountfield is fully equipped, but you are welcome to bring your own equipment if preferred.
Meet the team
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My name is Emily Gilchrist and I am a mother, yoga teacher, energy healer, mindfulness coach, fun loving, creative, cheeky catalyst for transformation and positive change.
I am devoted to the path of creating sacred, safe, loving and nurturing spaces where people can come, unravel, and be free to show up without apology, exactly as they are. I believe in being authentic and sharing the imperfect, perfect truth of who I am and life, so we can learn to truly accept and embrace the whole of who we all are.
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Ben has been studying and practising yoga and meditation since his early 20’s under Swami Satvikananda based in Surrey. His initial interest in yoga and meditation was sparked from picking up books on yoga around his parents’ house whilst growing up. These include books by Ernest Wood, a descendant of Ben’s family, who was a noted English yogi, theosophist, and Sanskrit scholar. Yoga has played an important part in Ben’s life as a general guiding force, helping him stay grounded, physically fit, and mentally strong, as well as helping manage his health condition ulcerated colitis.
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Michael Stirling is a unique masseuse with over 25 years of experience in bodywork. He developed his own system 15 years ago after studying various schools of thought and shamanic practices. Drawing intuitive guidance from these experiences, his approach to releasing energetic blockages is profound and unique. Michael works holistically to align the body, with a focus on abdominal alignment and breath.
He offers a wide range of treatments, including deep tissue and fascia release, as well as a more relaxing holistic massage.
Cost per treatment:
£60 - 45 minutes
£80 for 60 minutes
Schedule
09.45 - Arrive
10:00 - 12:00 ,Breathwork, Mindfulness Meditation,Yang Yoga flow
12.00 - Harvest Brunch
12.45 - 13:45 - Free time for mini massage or sauna
13:45 -16.00 - Yin Yoga with pranayama, intention setting, cacao ceremony
Location
This urban day retreat will be held in a hidden oasis, just 35 minutes by train from central London in Tonbridge, Kent.
Investment fee
£80
Return to you
Gift yourself the time out you deserve, to come back to you, and reclaim your vitality and sense of self, surrounded by breath taking views and clean mountain air in the foot hills of the Sierra denevada mountains near Granada, Spain
Testimonials
Read some loving words from my wonderful community and If you have any questions I would love to hear from you, email me here.
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“Emily, your retreat has been one of the most treasured experiences of my life, it encourages such love, growth and authenticity. The yoga itself is an excellent challenge, especially for a newbie like me, and the improvement in strength, flexibility and overall vitality is profound. This was the experience I needed to have with the people you bring together from a beautiful community”
Benjamin – U.K
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“Thank you, dear Emily, for such an amazing, life changing experience. This is my second retreat with Emily, each being very different and unique. I came to this retreat with deep sadness I have been carrying from life challenges of this year and now feel that the sadness has started to dissolve and have that I have come back to myself again. The group of people have been amazing and have felt like family. I will be sad to leave. Thank you, again beautiful soul, Emily. I will be back!!”
Susie- Spain
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“This was my first yoga retreat with Emily in Tariffa, Southern Spain and I cannot recommend it enough! Help and support before we even went, and once we arrived, everything was organised beautifully.
We had plenty of time to go and explore or just be on our own. There were guest appearances by other practitioners, too. While it was less than a week I felt a totally different person coming home. Thank you, Emily.”
— Gaby
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“I loved the yoga sessions and the way we worked in the poses. I enjoyed the challenge, lots of personal attention and amazing attention to detail, making them all feel accessible and good to be in.”
— Femke - Holland
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“Thank you, Emily, for your generosity, enthusiasm, steadiness, skills, talent and warmth of the heart. Spending time on your retreat was a blessing. May we keep in touch and stay connected.”
Ophelia, France
