4 Day Hiking and Yoga Holiday in The Lake District, England, UK
Short Yoga Holiday UK
Grab your walking boots and join in for a spectacular three-night, four-day hiking and yoga holiday at the luxurious Lake District yoga retreat venue. Getting cozy and enjoying the magnificent grounds, before treating yourself to an indulgent massage - it is your yoga retreat, so it is up to you!
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Highlights
- 3 days of practice
- 2 yoga classes per day
- Daily guided meditation sessions
- Stunning scenery and breathtaking views
- Hikes in Lake District National Park with transportation
- 3 nights accommodation
- Daily meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Yoga styles
Accommodation
Facilities
- Garden
- Yoga studio
There are 13 luxury en-suite bedrooms in the main house and there are rooms in outer buildings, which are freshly decorated in a traditional or contemporary style. There is a choice of single occupancy rooms with en-suite bathrooms and double beds or twin-sharing rooms with two single beds and an en-suite. There are other accommodations next to the main house all with the same on offer. The linen is crisp and towels are provided. There is a tea station in your room with a kettle and cups.
The public rooms of the house are there for you to relax in. There is always a wood-burning stove that will keep you toasty warm. The house is set in a beautiful location in the heart of The Lake District overlooking extensive gardens with spectacular views. It is luxuriously decorated, with stylish bedrooms, bathrooms, and public areas. The atmosphere is calm and relaxing with a feeling of space. It is the perfect place to switch off and take some time out for yourself.
The house is surrounded by 80 acres of gardens comprising patio gardens, a vegetable area, wildflower lawns, orchards, woodland, and grazing land. The yoga studio is in a separate building next to the main house. It is glass-fronted with spectacular views, wooden floors, and lots of room to stretch out as well as a wood burner to keep warm in the colder months. It is a truly inspiring space to practice yoga.
Program
Your hiking yoga holiday starts at 4:00 p.m. and on the last day, departure time is at 11:00 a.m. The two full days of the retreat follow the daily schedule opposite. With qualified and very experienced mountain guides on hand to lead the day hike, and your yoga teachers to lead a more gentle yet equally as stunning walk to Tarn Howes directly from the retreat center immerse yourself in nature and feel the benefits of this, being away from the frenetic and urban landscape of your day to day living.
Take a packed lunch and just sit and watch the world go by, or enjoy a bit of forest bathing and meditation. Start the day with an energizing yoga class and after a day’s excursions, unwind with evening Yin and Yoga Nidra followed by a vegan and vegetarian feast.
About the yoga
Classes are really special, with natural light coming into the purpose-built, high-ceiling yoga shala overlooking the mountains. There will be a more dynamic class in the morning to get you ready for the day's hike and the evening class will be slightly longer to enable deep relaxation with Yoga Nidra. Each yoga class is designed in response to the energetic needs of the group, and this is reflected in the overall pace and rhythm of your yoga retreat. They ensure that the level and dynamics of the yoga classes are in harmony with the participants, the time of the day, and the activities enjoyed that day.
Hike level
The retreat is for an intermediate level for hikes. There are hills and steep inclines and they are long in duration.
Suitability
This holiday is suitable for those who love more dramatic countryside experiences, love hiking, or being active. If you have never been hiking before, just bring suitable clothing and be prepared to be active. Men and women are welcome as well as solo travelers, couples, and friends.
We are excited to offer you a 3 night hiking yoga retreat in the Lake District for the weekend. With majestic mountains to climb, breathtaking views, and beautiful lakes to enjoy a cold water dip, this stunning landscape is a place to immerse yourself and feel connected to nature.
Explore with a whole day guided hike with qualified guides and the next day it is your choice to enjoy another walk to Tarn Howes (Beatrice Potters’s favorite lakes), enjoy another more challenging hike, or do some sightseeing and visit nearby Lake Windermere or Ambleside and go swimming in one of the lakes to refresh. After a day’s excursions, unwind with evening Yin and Restorative yoga and yoga Nidra followed by a delicious vegan and vegetarian evening meal. To relax book a massage and relax in the grounds of the venue.
Sample daily schedule
- 08:00 - 09:30 Morning yoga and meditation class to warm up the body ready for the hike
- 09:45 Brunch of healthy energy-boosting breakfast foods, porridge, and eggs
- 10:30 - 16:00 First day: go hiking with qualified mountain guides || Second day: guided walk to Tarn Howes with a yoga teacher or enjoy something else in the Lake District
- 17:30 - 19:30 Evening yoga, meditation, and Yoga Nidra classes
- 19:45 Delicious hearty and wholesome two-course evening meal
- 21:00 Relaxation time
Included excursions
- Guided afternoon hike with qualified and experienced mountain guides with packed lunch in the Lake District National Park
- Walk to Tarn Howes Lakes on the second day with a packed lunch
Instructors
Felicity Wood
Felicity practiced for several years before training and qualifying in 2014 and it was then that she left the corporate world, went traveling for six months, and started teaching yoga full time. Since then, Felicity has completed multiple advanced teacher training and has continued to develop her teaching skills and knowledge, training with world-renowned teachers in styles such as Hatha, Vinyasa Flow, Restorative, Pregnancy, Postnatal, and breathing. She has a wealth of experience in teaching a range of experience levels, from complete beginners to the more advanced.
Rosie Markwick
Rosie is a yoga teacher and paddle-boarding coach with over 10 years of personal practice. She initially trained in Bali in Hatha and Vinyasa Flow and has subsequently completed training in Yin yoga, Forrest yoga, SUP yoga, Thai yoga massage, and Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy. She is known for her warm and engaging teaching style and personalised approach. She believes that yoga is not a ‘one size fits all’ and encourages individuals to work with their own bodies not against them.
Nikki Timney
Nikki has a strong passion for movement and mindfulness. Teaching yoga since 2019, her classes are centred around encouraging people to develop strength and space in their bodies through their yoga practice. She combines ancient yogic wisdom with modern scientific developments to help individuals learn more about their minds and bodies, and live in a healthier and more fulfilling way both on and off the mat.
Retreat location
Discover. Explore. Inspire. The Lake District is England’s largest national park and home to Scafell Pike its largest mountain. Enjoy adventurous and refreshing activities and yoga retreats in this awe-inspiring landscape with AdventureYogi. From Beatrix Potter to Lake Windermere, sailing on the lakes, hiking and climbing in the fells, or just wandering around Ambleside there is something for everyone.
Distances
- London - 5 hours drive / 4 hours by train
- Windermere train station, 9 miles - 30 minutes by taxi
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
You will be served daily brunch, packed lunch, and delicious dinner included in the price. The food on this Lake District yoga holiday is catered to you by the venue. The venue owner is a vegan or vegetarian chef and they source organic and locally sourced ingredients.
The breakfast is pre-ordered and is a choice of cereals or porridge, a choice of eggs and hot cooked breakfast, juice, coffee, tea, and herbal teas. Lunch is a packed lunch to take with you on your hikes each day. Dinner is a two-course dinner inspired by different countries, created by the chef and all diets are welcome so please let AdventureYogi know beforehand.
The following meals are included:
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Other dietary requirements on request
Things to do (optional)
- Biking
- Climbing
- Horse riding
- Walking
- Massage and treatments
What's included
- 3 90-minute morning yoga practices
- 3 two-hour evening yoga practices
- Guided afternoon hike with qualified and experienced mountain guides with packed lunch in the Lake District National Park
- Walk to Tarn Howes Lakes on the 2nd day with a packed lunch
- 3 nights accommodation
- 3 delicious wholesome vegetarian or vegan brunches
- 3 delicious vegetarian or vegan evening meals
- 2 packed lunches to take on your hikes
- Transport to and from the start point of the hike
- Amazing AY team to look after your every need
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Treatments and extra activities
- All yoga equipment
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Heathrow Airport
364 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by train
The nearest station is Windermere. It is about nine miles from the retreat. The journey from London is about four hours. There are recommended train times below. Please book these trains or similar times if coming from a different direction, so that your hosts can organize a taxi share for you and save you some money.
Recommended train:
- Depart: London Blackfriars
- Arrive: Windermere
- Depart: Windermere
- Arrive: London Blackfriars
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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