3 Day Summertime Celebration Retreat with Yoga and Mindfulness Meditation in East Sussex, UK
UK Well-being and Yoga Retreat
Celebrate summer, creativity, and more with our multi-award-winning team at Florence House in Seaford Head, East Sussex. This cherished retreat venue has hosted life-enhancing workshops for over twenty years. Set against the wild beauty of the South Downs, it offers a peaceful sanctuary for growth and renewal. Florence House embraces divine inspiration and the sacred potential within each person. Step out into fresh sea air and explore the surrounding natural beauty. The South Downs Way is just moments away, perfect for peaceful walks. Easily accessible, it’s a 5-minute walk from Seaford station and only 1.25 hours from London Victoria.
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Highlights
- Sound healing and yoga Nidra
- Many styles of mixed ability yoga and meditation
- Outdoor firepit to gather around under the stars with a hot drink
- 3 nutritious and hearty meals a day plus unlimited refreshments
- 2 nights cosy and comfortable accommodations
- Beach and coastal path access
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Yoga styles
Accommodation
On the brow of Seaford Head, East Sussex, sits Florence House, rock-solid in the sea air and surrounding wild landscape. In many ways its situation is a metaphor for its life’s purpose – a haven for the spirit however the wind blows”. Florence House is a much-loved venue that has been home to life-enhancing workshops and retreats for over twenty years. In essence, it lovingly embraces divine inspiration, the sacredness and potential of each individual and the healing power of the landscape in which it sits.
Florence House is a characterful and welcoming manor house that has been hosting retreat guests for over twenty years and has a large option of cosy and comfortable room types for all.
If coming alone you will need to select an Individual/ private room. Shared rooms are only available for guests who book together.
Program
Retreat schedule
All optional
Friday
- 17:00 Arrivals and welcomes
- 17:30 Yoga flow
- 18:30 Meditation
- 19:30 Dinner
Saturday
- 08:00 Yoga flow – Hatha and Vinyasa style
- 09:30 Breakfast
- 10:30 Creative workshop
- 13:00 Lunch
- 14:00 Leisure time, guided coastal walks, beach visits, treatments, reading, relaxing... zzzzzz
- 18:30 Candlelit Yin/restorative yoga, calming and relaxing meditation
- 20:00 Dinner
Sunday
- 08:00 Yoga flow
- 09:30 Breakfast
- 10:30 Creative workshop
- 13:00 Lunch
- 14:30 Departures
Included excursions
- Guided coastal walk
Instructors
Natalie Smit-Ash
Natalie Smit-Ash has practiced yoga for over 25 years. She is a Hatha yoga teacher, a Pilates teacher, a qualified holistic therapist, and a reiki master. She has over 15 years of qualification and experience in the field of complementary health. She was born into a family of complementary therapists with her grandfather practicing conventional medicine alongside acupuncture and Reiki with the Native American Indians in North America. Natalie has completed massage training in Thailand, practiced yoga in India, and expanded her knowledge of aromatherapy and reflexology in Australia and China.
Lucie Simon
Lucie is a unique onsite food expert and nutritional consultant (NT Dip CNM and member of ANP) who freshly prepares all breakfasts, lunches, and dinners whilst on many of UK retreats. She was raised in an Italian family, and has learned a lot from her "nonna" and mom, and is very much passionate about food and creates the heartiest dishes that are considerate of body and mind. Many retreaters return their strength from her wonderful food. Lucie really is like gold dust and will happily share recipes and educate anyone on the art of her cooking.
Retreat location
This retreat is easily accessible from London and all surrounding areas. Seaford Train station is just 10 minutes away by taxi. By car, it is accessed via the A259 or off the M27 from Brighton or Eastbourne.
Distances
- Seaford Train Station - 10 minutes driving
Food
All food is hearty, nutritious, and freshly prepared and made onsite by a team of retreat chefs. All allergies and dietary requirements can be catered for for a minimal supplement.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Other dietary requirements on request
Things to do (optional)
- Onsite holistic, life and beauty therapies
- Nutrition and dietary consultations
What's included
- Mixed-ability Hatha, Vinyasa Flow, and Yin yoga classes
- Mindfulness meditation and guided relaxation sessions
- Mixed-ability art and creativity workshops with published artists and poets
- Guided coastal walks
- Daily nutrient-rich vegetarian breakfasts, lunches, and dinners
- Unlimited teas, refreshments, and a fruit bowl
- Firepit under the night stars
- Nutrition and dietary consultations, holistic therapies (optional extras)
- Plenty of free time to do as you please
- Fireside lounge areas
- Acres of private natural gardens to roam and explore, with direct access to the beach
- 2 nights accommodation
What's not included
- Holistic therapies available at additional cost
- Travel insurance
- Yoga equipment
- Travel to/from the venue
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Gatwick Airport
47 km
Transfer not provided
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 25% 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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