Anonymous
from Great Britain,
December 2024
"Our stay at Deighton Lodge was perfect from start to finish!"
We were warmly welcomed on arrival! Our accommodation was cosy and comfortable. Each of the seven yoga sessions was useful, inspiring and informative. Debbie was encouraging and positive throughout. The food was delicious and varied. I’m also really pleased that we have been sent recipes for the food we ate and notes to accompany what we learnt during our stay.
Thank you Deighton Lodge for a wonderful mini break!!
Andrea Jetten
from Great Britain,
November 2024
"What a fabulous time! "
This retreat was brilliant, the group of people were amazing and we all gelled together from the first day. Accommodation was lovely, warm, clean and comfy and the food overall was good but could have been a bit spicier! However having never had butternut roasted with stuffing for Sunday lunch, that was super tasty, loved it 🙂
Then comes the yoga, 7 fabulous classes with Debbie, each one different and guided us through differing types of yoga, Debbie covered all our differing levels and ability and I learned so much from listening to her speak
This is a must to return to in the Spring thank you team Deighton Lodge x
Lisa Stone
from Greece,
November 2024
"Wonderful experience! "
Everything was perfect. Such a tranquil location. Absolutely wonderful!
Dawn Sullivan
from Great Britain,
November 2024
"A great Yoga Retreat. "
Amount of practice, knowledge and pace of teacher. The studio space, The lodge itself. Very well thought out huge amount of effort goes into making it a pleasant stay for all.
The place is spotless, the food is fresh, it’s quiet, safe and I loved it
Nicola Bell
from Great Britain,
September 2024
"Wonderful few days at Deighton Lodge"
The yoga retreat exceeded my expectations. The itinerary was well thought out and a great variety of yoga on offer. Debbie our instructor was so informative and explained things so well. The food was fantastic, and nothing seemed too much trouble. 5 stars!!!!
Victoria Reynard
from Great Britain,
August 2024
"Excellent yoga retreat"
Great yoga instruction accessible for all levels
Breakfast was excellent
Anonymous
from Great Britain,
July 2024
"Yoga Retreat Treat"
Loved the remote countryside location. We were blessed with very good weather! Nice relaxing in the pretty garden. Food delicious, refreshments readily available. Comfortable rooms, clean shower facilities. The instructor was lovely, informative and instructed well. My daughter and I visited and really enjoyed the company of the other eight ladies who attended. All so friendly. Would definitely recommend.
Kate Day
from Great Britain,
June 2024
"All the ingredients for a revitalising break"
Pace and variety of yoga teaching, delicious food and comfy, clean accommodation.
Lynne Herbert
from Great Britain,
May 2024
"Deighton lodge retreat"
Debbie is an absolutely AMAZING instructor!! Can’t rate her highly enough, she has so much knowledge and her teaching style is fabulous. So easy to follow, clear instructions and brilliant techniques I’ve already added into my daily practice! Will definitely be back!
Bev Watson
from Great Britain,
February 2024
"Yoghurt, retreat"
I enjoyed all the yoga classes. Debbie is very experienced tutor, facilities for the Yoger were beautiful everything we needed was provided, I would most definitely go back to do a 3 hour workshop!
Ruth Higson
from Great Britain,
February 2024
"Great few days of focus "
Good location near road networks, but feels remote, quiet with great view and if up early fabulous sunrises. Yoga instructor was fantastic, passed on great insight and background to the practice, breaking things down to support a positive improvement in completing the moves. Mixed things up with her own knowledge making it even more inspiring. Food was really fab, healthy and filling, again inspiring. Rooms clean over all the accommodation was adequate for the Yoga weekend.
Catherine Pickles
from Great Britain,
February 2024
"Great Yoga Retreat, wonderful food and accommodation "
Everything. The staff, the venue, the yoga, the food, fabulous retreat. Great value for miney.
Michelle Peacock
from Great Britain,
January 2024
"Feeling good!"
The whole experience was fantastic. My first yoga retreat and I will definitely be doing it again!
Kathryn Allen
from Great Britain,
December 2023
"Not done this before, but I really enjoyed the yoga,"
The room was comfy and cozy, house beautifully decorated, everyone very welcoming. Food yummy, plenty of drinks a available coffee the best I’ve tasted
Gillian Coles
from Great Britain,
November 2023
"Yoga, Rest and Replenish"
The company. The quality of yoga teaching and the venue for the yoga teaching. The food and the overall venue.
Chloe Dennis
from Great Britain,
November 2023
"Amazing retreat "
Class size was perfect, lovely comfortable atmosphere, excellent classes and the food was superb. Would highly recommend.
Helen Perring-dobbs
from Great Britain,
November 2023
"Great experience!"
I really enjoyed my yoga retreat. This was my first experience of a yoga retreat and I went alone. I met 5 other lovely ladies and the instructor Debbie was fantastic. We experienced different types of yoga and Debbie gave us all explanations as we went along. You don't have to be experienced to do this as Debbie works with you and takes you through it at a pace and level that works for you. ( I actually did a headstand that I can't remember being able to do since I was about ten! however your not expected to do this - unless you want to of course ha ha!) The meditation was great. The room was lovely with a very comfy bed. The food was delicious. I will be back! Thank you to all the lovely staff at Deighton lodge who made my first experience of a yoga retreat brilliant.
Louise Spanner
from Great Britain,
May 2023
"Beautiful relaxing retreat "
The retreat was everything we could have hoped for the yoga and meditation was just fabulous and the food was so tasty. We enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere and the small group was just right . We were extremely lucky with the weather so majority of our yoga sessions were outside in the garden soaking up the sunshine listening to the sky larks over head .rooms were also very comfortable . We would definitely recommend this retreat and we’re planning on going back again!!
Thushan De Silva
from Great Britain,
March 2023
"Lovely experience "
Welcoming relaxed atmosphere. Brilliant yoga sessions very nurturing environment.
Anonymous
from Great Britain,
March 2023
The yoga and the yoga room was perfect. Debbie pitched everything to perfection. Such a good teacher.
Laura Adams
from Great Britain,
January 2023
"A lovely retreat - excellent classes and treatment"
Debbie is very highly qualified and offered an excellent mix of content
The studio is a lovely setting for the varied, interesting classes, especially liked the yin, excellent equipment with eye pillow included
The food was good - the gap between lunch and dinner was quite long with only fruit as snacks, some afternoon cake/brownie would work well
The accomodation was very clean and homely, definitely fair value for the retreat cost but is a little worn in places
The fellow retreat goers were a super friendly interesting bunch
Anonymous
from Great Britain,
November 2022
"Lovely, relaxing retreat "
The food was amazing which makes such a big difference to a stay. Debbie and Carla are so warming, kind and professional. I highly recommend this yoga retreat.
Eve Morris
from Great Britain,
November 2022
"Very relaxing retreat "
The accommodation was lovely with great views. Really enjoyed the yoga and the food was good.
Anonymous
from Great Britain,
November 2022
"Hummmmmmmm"
The location was blissfully quite.
The instructions were easy to follow.
Lovely teacher.
The range of yogas.
The option to have holistic treatments.
Anne Bremridge
from Great Britain,
June 2022
I really liked the variety of yoga practices that we experienced over the 3 days. Debbie's knowledge of many forms of yoga, her attention to the detail of the postures & her down-to-earth manner all helped me to manage & enjoy more than I had expected from my stay.
Lesley Fisher-glenesk
from Great Britain,
March 2022
"Best yoga retreat experience I have had"
Great welcome, yoga, studio and delicious food. Also, the group who attended were lovely. I will definitely book again. Thank you.
Lianne Salmon
from Great Britain,
March 2022
"Highly recommend "
Everything about this retreat was wonderful. The venue, location, yoga, food, people and value for money were better than expected. I would highly recommend this retreat and would most definitely book again 😁
Mandy Lynch
from Great Britain,
March 2022
"Yoga break"
Time was filled up everyday. Yoga , food, massage and relaxing time. I felt very relaxed.
Adam Anderson
from Great Britain,
February 2022
"A fantastic course with a family feel"
My course experience was truly great. It was my first retreat and it certainly will not be my last. The team at Deighton Lodge are brilliant. Debbie, our instructor was lovely. She was patient, knowledgeable and thoroughly helpful. For every challenging pose, she provided different options, she managed to fit everyone's requirements in too, she also succeeded in teaching me to headstand, for which I am eternally grateful! The yoga studio is well equipped, comfortable and warm with a west facing window that frames sunsets like an oil painting. Regarding the accommodation, the food was excellent and plentiful, and the rooms were well sized and very clean. Honestly, I can't recommend Deighton Lodge or the Yin-Yang course highly enough. The whole team at Deighton are lovely.
Anonymous
from Great Britain,
February 2022
"Worried over nothing "
I went to the retreat on my own and I had never done any retreats before. I bob in and out of yoga and was worried I wouldnt be good enough. Well, I had the most amazing time, the place was excellent, Debbie, our yoga teacher was really good and explained what we were going and why, Carla who ran the show was so friendly and happy. As far as the other ladies that attended, we already have our Whatsap group and planning a return trip together - good friends were made and we really did laugh alot!!
Michelle Parkes
from Great Britain,
January 2022
"Amazing experience "
Friendly, welcoming, knowledgeable people.
We had a lovely break. Felt pampered, enjoying some homemade tasty food. Learned loads from the yoga instructor
Alison Hunter
from Great Britain,
December 2021
"Well worth the money"
This was a great experience from start to finish. The hosts were lovely and always available. The place and rooms fab. Food great and last but not least super yoga sessions. Everything I wanted for a first time retreat.
Laura Squire
from Great Britain,
October 2021
"I smile when I think about it"
I wanted a relaxed escape after a very stressful year. I’m not good at relaxing so I wanted something where I’d be guided and where I would learn something new. I was a complete Yoga novice but even though the class was mixed ability, it was taught in really clear way and there were always options for the more challenging positions. The group were lovely and we got on really well - I don’t know whether that was luck if just that a retreat like this is always going to attract nice people. The food was lovely and plentiful and the mix of free time, treatments and yoga was just right. I left with some tools I will use for the rest of my life and with a truly rested mind. I smile when I think about it.
Anonymous
from Great Britain,
September 2021
"Feeling good"
The entire experience was wonderful - beautiful home, gardens and yoga studio. Staff very friendly, helpful, welcoming and knowledgeable.
Julie Bradshaw
from Great Britain,
September 2021
"Deighton Lodge - A Serene Exquisite Retreat"
The location, ease of access yet surrounded by fields and nature. The stunning ambience of the Lodge, welcomed warmly by Carla who was friendly, welcoming and a wonderful cook, producing a variety of the most colourful tasty meals. The interior was stunning exquisite decorative touches, a wonderful large comfy lounge, lots of natural light and amazing rustic fireplace. Two dining areas. Beautiful patio with an abundance of outdoor seating overlooking colourful, tranquil garden areas with stunning vistas. The most comfortable beautifully decorated bedroom, fantastic aspect with all amenities required, including a fridge. The purpose built Yoga Studio and wonderful facilities. The yoga classes led by Debbie who offered a variety of options within the poses for all abilities in a friendly, encouraging manner whilst giving thorough explanation of the benefits of each pose,offering a variety of practices e.g Yin, restorative, Ashtanga etc. The Aryuvedic therapist was simply excellent, I've never experienced better. All in all a wonderfully restorative therapeutic retreat, I left feeling wonderfully relaxed, wanting to go back for more of the very same!
Bev Reynard
from Great Britain,
July 2021
"Had a very enjoyable time at Deighton Lodge"
It was my first experience at yoga and enjoyed all the sessions.
Yasmin Green
from Great Britain,
July 2021
"Fabulous break, wonderful yoga, lovely people."
The accomodation was welcoming and comfortable. Rooms cleaned to a high standard and very the public areas just lovely.. I was immediately thinking about booking again.
Anonymous
from Great Britain,
June 2021
"Opportunity to try different yoga styles in a new setting"
The yoga rooms and communal areas in the house were tastefully decorated and the garden was very well maintained. It is quiet and you are generally left to your own devices. The beds are comfortable. I liked the view over the fields and seeing brown hares and pheasants. Debbie and Carla were both very friendly, welcoming and approachable. Debbie was very knowledgeable and good at explaining the theory behind her yoga and meditation practices and recommending resources. She provided plenty of options to make the poses accessible for all levels. I felt a little under-challenged in the earlier sessions but towards the end of the retreat I started to feel like I was learning and improving more, which made me more engaged and able to focus and not feel so distracted by my thoughts! I enjoyed trying some new yoga and meditation styles and learning how to improve my practice. This was my first retreat so I was not sure what to expect, but overall it was a nice break and I got to do lots of yoga and meet some interesting fellow yogi people, which was a good experience.
Lynn Greenslade
from Great Britain,
June 2021
"Deighton Lodge"
I had a lovely warm welcome from Carla the owner and host of Deighton Lodge. As a lone traveller she made me me comfortable from the moment I arrived, showing me around the lodge and up to my room, which was extremely comfortable with a large modern wet room, big comfy bed and a beautiful views over the garden and fields beyond. Everything about the retreat was perfect, this wasn’t my first time on a retreat and compared very well with others. Our instructor Debbie was brilliant, delivering a good mix of yoga styles, never putting us under pressure to perform and always giving options for all abilities. There was a mix of lovely ladies on the retreat of varying ages and abilities and we all got along really well. The yoga was held in either the small studio which is bright with a vaulted ceiling and large folding windows with views across the fields, or the barn which is enormous with lots of room for playing around with inversions and alignments, being able to put yourself against a wall if necessary. Debbie put quite a lot of emphasis on alignment which we all found beneficial and helpful. She was patient, friendly and helpful at all times. Carla our host did all the cooking, providing some freshly baked goodies for us on arrival, and a varied yummy selection of vegetarian lunches and dinners over the 3 days. I can’t recommend this retreat enough, everything was perfect. The ladies who run this have built a thriving business and should be very proud!!
Pauline Johnson
from Great Britain,
June 2021
"Wonderful retreat "
I absolutely loved my 3 day yoga retreat.
Carla is a brilliant Yoga instructor she broke the movements down which was perfect for a beginner like myself who has only experienced yoga via YouTube! Saying that the classes were still challenging enough which is just what I wanted.
Healthy food, lovely location and a great group of people attending the retreat.
I will definitely be coming back.
Matthew Cunningham
from Great Britain,
December 2020
"I’d go again"
I had a brilliant time, thank you Carla for making me feel welcome. I loved the personal touches, the level of teaching, facilities and the room was amazing.
Louise England
from Great Britain,
November 2020
"Amazing experience"
Carla was simply the best host and instructor, she is friendly, bubbly and positive, we found it lovely that she ate her evening meal with us and joined in our conversations. Her food was delicious, healthy and good portions.
The setting is beautiful and the accommodation was very comfortable and clean.
The yoga was at just the right level, we were a group of 4 of intermediate level and we all managed it well, we loved all the different types of yoga Carla taught.
We will definitely be returning again and can't wait!!
Lucie Cohen
from Great Britain,
November 2020
"Excellent - Exceeded expectations "
The photos don’t do it justice. The house and yoga studio are tasteful and homely. Everything was done with care, from the cooking to the decor. There were lots of different types of yoga sessions and I enjoyed all of them. I felt challenged and rested. Additional treatments were available. I had a facial and back massage. Both were exceptional. There were healthy, tasty meals and a coffee and tea station for hot drinks. I can’t fault this trip at all. Amazing value for money too. I would recommend and book again without hesitation.
Deborah Smail
from Great Britain,
October 2020
"Excellent retreat "
Lovely home cooked food, beautiful accommodation, and a wonderful yoga instructor... thank you Carla x
Debbie Jackson
from Great Britain,
October 2020
"Relaxing, friendly yoga retreat"
The setting is lovely with a very well kept garden and beautiful lounge for relaxing. Bedrooms are excellent too. Carla was a very friendly host, and excellent instructor. The yoga studio is really nice. The vegetarian meals were all good - as were the various baked goods Carla produced (while singing!) in her kitchen.
Jessica Daley
from Great Britain,
October 2020
"3 day retreat "
Carla is absolutely lovely. She’s an amazing host, cook and yoga instructor and she just makes you feel so comfortable and welcome.
I liked the timetable, the variety of classes and the opportunity for personal time. It’s a beautiful setting and I was particularly pleased about having a room with a bath!
The yoga sessions are varied and informative, and I will be using what I learnt in my practice going forward.
I’m quite a fussy eater so I was a little concerned beforehand that I wouldn’t like the food. As it happened I really enjoyed all of it, and it opened my eyes to trying more vegetarian & vegan meals in future.
I will definitely going back - it was a fantastic break.
Anonymous
from Great Britain,
October 2020
"Perfect retreat to relax and escape the craziness "
Carla was a great host and yoga teacher who welcomed the guests with a friendly approach, which was perfect for a retreat.
The yoga studio was light and relaxing with views over open farmland. I had a fantastic break and felt relaxed and refreshed after the retreat thanks to Carla and the other guests.
The gardens are beautiful and the weather was amazing, which was an added bonus for a retreat in September !!
Julie Shaw
from Great Britain,
October 2020
"A fantastic yoga retreat!"
A really friendly welcome at the fabulous farmhouse made us feel at home immediately. We loved the well-appointed lounge with its great views out to the extremely well-tended, beautiful garden area. We loved the big deep bath in our bathroom- a perfect way to end a day of yoga.
The yoga studio was light, airy and spacious- a perfect space for yoga and meditation sessions. Our classes were led by Carla who is a very knowledgeable instructor and extremely supportive of all students at every level. Carla explains different yoga poses and sequences clearly and the alignment sessions really help you to move into positions correctly and develop a strong flow to the sequences. We learnt so much about yoga practices in just a few days.
The meals are all homemade and truly delicious. Overall, my daughter and I had a wonderful 3 days of yoga plus so much more at Deighton Lodge and we are already planning our next retreat there. Highly recommended for great yoga sessions and an overall inspiring, relaxing and rejuvenating break.
Fiona Graham
from Great Britain,
September 2020
"3day retreat"
The location was good and there was a relaxed and friendly atmosphere
Anonymous
from Great Britain,
September 2020
"Fantastic experience "
Very welcoming, instantly felt relaxed and comfortable. The yoga sessions were great, a lovely mix of different yoga styles and great instruction. The food was all homemade and delicious.
Kirsty Egan
from Great Britain,
February 2020
"LOVED IT!"
What a lovely environment to relax in. Carla and Debbie were so friendly. The house is gorgeous, the food was incredible, I LOVED the yoga classes Debbie was great and the yoga studio is lovely. I would highly recommend.
Sophie Lm
from Great Britain,
February 2020
"A little slice of Yorkshire paradise "
This was such a lovely & special retreat. The house is beautiful and very comfortable, with all you could need for your stay. The yoga was excellent with a lot of opportunity to practice (def got my money’s worth!) with some great focus on what you’re actually doing, as well as a chance to move and restore. The food was AMAZING - Carla is a great cook and you’ll come away feeling replenished. I feel great after my stay.
Debbie Gore
from Great Britain,
February 2020
I had built up quite high expectations for my retreat due to personal circumstances and was really looking forward to it. It did not let me down, especially as I went on my own though I met a group of amazing people. From arrival and being met by Lesley, Carla's mum to leaving it met all my expectations and I was made to feel very welcome, as if I was visiting a good friend. The location was fab, accommodation and food amazing, even with an unexpected power cut on the first night, Carla and her team dealt with it extremely well and produced a fab 'candlelit' dinner for us all. The lodge was very homely and relaxing and the yoga sessions, yoga room and massage all amazing. I would highly recommend.
Catherine Birch
from Great Britain,
February 2020
" Great Escape"
The yoga practice was varied -some challenging but also some restful and restorative. The standard of teaching was excellent - supportive and encouraging too. The food was healthy and nourishing but also very colourful and tasty - not a lettuce leaf in sight! The atmosphere was warm and friendly and we developed a real sense of mutual support and fun. So glad I went.
Sharon Romer
from Great Britain,
February 2020
"My First Taste Of Yoga"
I arrived at Deighton lodge as a meat eating, wine drinking stressed out mum/foster carer. I have never done yoga before but was still able to participate in all the classes.The whole experience left me feeling calm, relaxed and in a much better mind set. The accommodation was clean, comfortable and homely. I did not miss meat or wine at all, I also managed 3 days without tea or coffee. The food was very tasty and filling, fruit and healthy snacks available all day and night if you wanted. Carla and Debbie were very welcoming, nothing was too much trouble for them, we were told to treat the house like it was our home. The hot tubs were an added bonus, great experience sitting in a hot tub looking at the stars. We also had a massage which, after all the yoga, was very pleasant. I was very fortunate to have 3 lovely ladies on the retreat with me, we all got on really well, it felt like we had known each other for years. The only negative is it was not long enough, I could have stayed for 2 weeks ! I would definitely recommend Deighton Lodge, I hope to do another retreat later this year. A 5 star experience for me.
Fiona Cameron
from Great Britain,
February 2020
"Highly Recommend this yoga retreat "
I found this a great experience for trying different types of yoga when I had very little knowledge . There’s no pressure from the instructors at all as to how much or little you wanted or could do . I wanted to really give it a good go so had a few aches , but the instructors always ensure you listen to what your own body can do, and guide you through the use of props . Carla and Debbie also prepare the really tasty veggie meals and I got loads of ideas to try at home . The small group of 4 of us , worked so well and we got on great . Deighton lodge is really easy to get to and so comfy . I felt really at home and the hot tub on a starry night was a bonus .
Barbara Ralph
from Great Britain,
January 2020
"A Wonderful 3 Day Break!"
I cannot recommend this yoga retreat enough! My sister, daughter and I had been looking forward to this 3 day break since we booked it a few months ago and we weren’t disappointed. Carla is a fantastic host and made us feel very welcome from the moment we arrived. The rooms are lovely and comfortable and the rest of the house is cosy and inviting. The food, all made by Carla was delicious while being healthy and nourishing.
Our yoga teacher, Jacqueline was wonderful and I learnt more in 3 days than I have done in the 3 years that I have been practising yoga! I can definitely recommend the yoga Nidra which we enjoyed at the end of each yoga session. All in all, a brilliant retreat - I will definitely be going back!
Sarah Gupta
from Great Britain,
January 2020
"A group of friends eager to try Yoga "
It’s a lovely place with such friendly accommodating staff who made you fell very welcome and great food .It would be equally good for a getaway alone or a group of friends /family .would highly recommend .
Suzanne Davies
from Great Britain,
December 2019
Thoroughly enjoyed the 3 day yoga retreat at Deighton Lodge. This was my first ever retreat and it lived up to expectation.
Easy to get to, tranquil location, lovely host, great food and two minutes drive from a great shopping location.
Would recommend and will be going back next year!
Celia Evershed
from Great Britain,
November 2019
"Fabulous Yoga Retreat"
First class accommodation with fabulous plant-based meals and a truly lovely welcome from Carla (our host) and Jacqueline (Yoga teacher).
Jane D'souza
from Great Britain,
November 2019
"An amazing yoga haven!"
Carla and Jacqueline were amazing hosts- so friendly and welcoming from the moment we entered the house.
The house is really cosy and our group of 6 ladies were encouraged to treat it like a home from the start. Carla's plant-based meals were really delicious and we are all looking forward to some recipes from her. Although Carla looked after the house and meals she also joined us in a few yoga sessions which was really nice.
Jacqueline was a fantastic yoga teacher and, although working us quite hard doing mainly vinyasa flow, she did also have sessions in yoga nidra and yin yoga. She was also sensitive to our tiredness on the last session and happily tailored the session to be a bit more gentle with not a downward dog in sight! Jacqueline also offered really good sports massages, a great complement to the yoga.
We had a perfect mix of yoga and down-time, with enough free time on the 2nd day to go into York if wanted. The evenings were very relaxing in their beautiful living room with enough comfy sofas and armchairs to accommodate all. We were encouraged to help ourselves to any food in the kitchen if we got peckish in the evening. Carla should never have mentioned chocolate in the fridge!
Overall, a great setup in lovely countryside (having access to the garden in summer would be an added bonus).
A 2-night yoga retreat was for me the perfect length of time.
Vanessa Roth
from Great Britain,
November 2019
"A great retreat "
I loved the overall concept put together by Carla and Debbie. The yoga sessions along with the food and the overall atmosphere were well aligned. It was well thought through as the yin yoga session were well adopted to the overall topic of detox. The postures that we did were well aligned to further help detox along with the well chosen food every day.
The yoga alignment sessions then help to improve your practice.
The fantastic massage that was included was very appreciated by everyone to reset your body and mind for the sessions to come to be able to really deepen the practice.
The 1:1 session in the end rounded up the whole experience. I am able to have a nice well balanced home practice that supports effectively the areas of my body that I feel I should be more mindful focusing in my practice. Thank you for a great experience!
Angela Forrest
from Great Britain,
October 2019
"Fabulous getaway"
Everything was perfect from the moment we arrived, Carla is a wonderful host welcoming and efficient. Jacqueline the Yoga instructor was introduced to us all at the meet and greet on arrival and from then on they couldn't do enough for us. Plenty of hot drinks available throughout the day and so much delicious food that it wasn't possible to feel hungry even for all the yoga classes that we did. Rooms were spotlessly clean and beds really comfy. Didn't want to leave at the end of the 3 days. Will definately be booking again.
Adele Hebditch
from Great Britain,
October 2019
"Didn't want to leave! "
Everything was better than we had expected! The food was delicious! A lot of the meals were vegan and we were surprised how much we loved them, I want the recipes so I can make them at home! The accommodation was lovely and comfortable, and there were nice areas you could relax in, in between classes. Carla was on hand for anything we needed throughout our stay, and Jacqueline the yoga teacher was very friendly and knowledgeable! She also gives a great massage, if you get a chance to have one, definitely worth it! In our spare time we went on a walk nearby but there are loads of walks near. Huge range of herbal teas, healthy snacks etc you can have any time. The yoga classes were very good as there was a range of different types we explored, and doesn't matter if you are a total beginner! Definitely recommend!
Christine Hewett
from Great Britain,
October 2019
"Caring, creative and inspiring"
I felt immediately cared for, and felt that both the group leaders sustained that throughout the week; and with the comfortable accommodation, especially delicious food, and with the thoughtful and creative yoga sessions, I had a very enjoyable and inspiring week.
Penne Hutton
from Great Britain,
October 2019
"Great hosts, well designed programme, good company "
Varied programme with lots of exercise. An excellent detox diet, never felt hungry once.
The other ladies were great company. It was good being with other like minded folk and to be in a supportive environment.
I have never been on such a long programme before but the time flew.
Really enjoyed the experience and lost inches. Result.
Anonymous
from Great Britain,
September 2019
"Weekend retreat"
What a fab weekend I had with my best friend at the retreat. We loved how welcoming both Carla & Jacqueline were. They put everyone at ease and made us feel very welcome immediately.
I personally liked how flexible they were with regards to the itinerary in that you were not pressured to attend all of the classes if you didn t want to.
The plant based food was delicious and Carla tried to cater for everyone’s dietary needs and we had a few!
I enjoyed trying different types of yoga that I hadn t tried before and appreciated that Jacqui gave me alternative moves for any poses I was unable to do.
As the weather was good we also took some classes in the garden which were uplifting.
Already planning on when we can go back and would definitely recommend Deighton Lodge x
Katharine Ainger
from Great Britain,
September 2019
"Deighton Lodge Yoga Retreat"
I thoroughly enjoyed my yoga retreat! I was particularly pleased with the lovely warm welcome from Carla on arrival and throughout the stay. She was so lovely it was more like staying at a friend's house than in paid-for accommodation.
The food was also amazing. I was a bit nervous before-hand of whether 'nutritious plant based food' would be enough to keep body and soul together for 3 days but I needn't have worried! From the Sunday dinner on the first night (stuffed butternut squash) to the range of options on the breakfast bar I loved all of it.
We were also lucky that the weather was fantastic and we were able to spend most of the free time, and some of the yoga classes, in the beautiful garden.
I also enjoyed the opportunity to have a go at some different styles of yoga that I had not done before. I felt like I learned a lot from Jackie.
Jane Jarvie
from Great Britain,
September 2019
"Delicious, relaxing break. "
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Great host, lovely venue, and I learned a lot about yoga.
Anonymous
from Greece,
September 2019
"a brilliantly relaxing couple of days"
Carla was a brilliant host and made us feel very well looked after. I liked the variety of the yoga and the chance to be outside was brilliant!!
Nicola Long
from Great Britain,
September 2019
Everything from the location, the weekend itinerary, the facilities, and the food was wonderful. Carla has used her enviable talents to create a peaceful, relaxing, beautiful, luxurious and unique space that makes the retreat so special. She is also such an attentive and welcoming host (fabulous cook too! 😊) I don’t feel a 10/10 would do it justice. The people I shared it with, the first class yoga tuition from Debbie and the massage just made it even better.
The Sunday Chill out session with Reiki and sound therapy was so relaxing and a welcome new experience. I also enjoyed the cookery workshop - great addition to the itinerary.
So much thought and attention to detail has evidently goes into the retreat. You genuinely feel that Carla and Debbie care about your wellbeing and there to ensure you have the most relaxing weekend.
Anonymous
from Great Britain,
September 2019
"Yoga retreat experience"
Food was amazing, the location beautiful and there was good opportunity for walks and personal time.
Alexandra Clark
from Great Britain,
September 2019
"A relaxed, cosy getaway "
The week was very well organised so all attendees didn't need to plan. Each day was carefully laid out with a perfect balance of yoga and downtime.
The food was delicious, all plant based, with recipes for us to take home. Cooking workshops were included for us to practice some easy & healthy options too.
The rooms were very cosy and comfortable, allowing us to have personal time away if we needed. There was also a hot-tub and a large living room so we could spend time with others on the retreat if desired.
A massage was included within the package, which was a perfect add on to a relaxing week.
We did a wide range of yoga with some pilates and meditation also. We learned a lot about the different types of practices/postures and we were taught how to conduct our own self-practice when we get home. Tailored exercises were given to help us build our individual practices. Each yoga class was accommodating of all levels.
Carla & Debbie did an amazing job at looking after us and making sure we had everything we needed for a relaxing week. I would definitely recommend and I'd love to go again!
Jackie Frith
from Great Britain,
September 2019
"Fantastic Retreat "
Loved this retreat and Carla and Debbie are amazing hosts. The classes were well thought out with lots of instruction and modifications. The food was absolutely fantastic
Sarah Rogers
from Great Britain,
August 2019
"Amazing accommodation and food. "
Loved the accommodation. Carla made me feel so welcome. Great local knowledge to support travel.
Steph Kent
from Great Britain,
August 2019
"1st time learning yoga. Amazing! Welcoming!"
This.was the first time I have done anything to do with yoga and wanted to give myself a good basis to start. Carla and Jacqueline were very welcoming and made me feel at ease. The yoga is very varied. The food is amazing! I am not vegetarian or vegan and absolutely loved it. The snacks provided were delicious. Carla is very accommodating to peoples dietary requirements and always goes the extra mile to make sure everyone is happy. I would recommend a massage from Jacqueline as this was one of the best I have had done and definitely released tight areas.
Maria Edwards
from Great Britain,
July 2019
"A very relaxing break"
Beautiful house, it has lots of outdoor space with lovely little corners where you can sit alone if you wish to have some self time and then common areas to spend time with the group. I really enjoyed this as part of the visit was to spend time alone, reset and relax. It didn't feel claustrophobic, the house is big enough to allow for everyone to have their own space. It was lovely to go out for walks or running early in the morning, we were lucky enough to have amazing weather which made it even better. My room was lovely, with a view to the fields, quiet, very comfortable bed and a great wet room.
Lovely food and snacks. Menus are plant based. Very much my kind of cooking so really happy with that! Everything was delicious.You can help yourself to herbal teas throughout the day, nice touch.
The Nidra class was very enjoyable. It was the first time for me and really helped.
I found both Carla and Jackie very welcoming.
Anonymous
from Great Britain,
July 2019
"Exceeded my expectations "
My experience exceeded all my expectation, Carla and Jacqueline are very welcoming and accommodating. Everyone at the retreat was a pleasure to be with. There was plenty of time to relax and explore the area. The meals and snacks provide were extremely tasty. I highly recommend a visit.
Katy Drew
from Great Britain,
June 2019
"Can’t wait to return!! "
Just returned from a few days at the wonderful Deighton Lodge and I already can’t wait to go back. I was immediately made to feel welcome by the lovely Carla and Jacqueline the wonderful yoga instructor. There was the perfect balance of yoga and relaxation time and the lodge was idilic. Great location and surrounding area, very peaceful and the bedrooms were lovely and cosy. The yoga was amazing with a great mix of styles to suit any abilities. Both Jacqueline and Carla were so friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble and they really made me feel at home. Carla’s home cooking and snacks were just delicious! There was always plenty to eat! I would highly recommend a massage by Jacqueline also!! Thank you so much ladies for such a great few days, it was just what I needed and I can’t wait to visit you again :)
Celia Evershed
from Great Britain,
June 2019
"Wonderful Yoga Retreat"
The accommodation was very good, comfortable, clean and fresh. The food was all vegetarian and excellent, with scummy little veggie snacks available all the time. Carla, our host, put me completely at ease as soon as I arrived and this was very important to me as I was travelling alone. Lovely comfortable and large ensuite room with a two seater sofa with very comfy bed. Jacqueline, Yoga instructor, was first class. I wish I lived closer to York as I would go regularly to her classes at her studio. I didn't feel pushed to do crazy asanas, I could just work at my own level. No competition in her classes!
Michelle Grant
from Great Britain,
June 2019
"LOVELY RELAXING RETREAT EXPERIENCE "
Went for a 3 day yoga retreat :) had an amazing time... could have stayed longer
Food - 3 meals a day plus snacks, I brought my own snacks however didn't eat any of them because I was kept full by the meals included. All plant based and natural. I have very specific dietary requirements as I follow an anti-inflammatory diet. Carla, the owner, catered to my specific dietary requirements whilst still making absolutely delicious food and snacks - very accommodating and inclusive meals... didn't think it was possible to overindulge on healthy food but I did! 🤤🤤
Room - Double ensuite, spacious, cosy, comfortable bed, lovely bathroom facilities.
Garden and lounge space - comfortable, scenic, quiet and peaceful.
Hosts - So friendly, patient and welcoming.
Yoga - 3/4 daily sessions. Even though the yoga is more aimed at beginners/ older age clients, I learnt about yoga nidra (which I will try to continue) and feel like I did a lot of stretching and hip opening which I need, especially as I do a lot of fitness - some adaptations made. I feel like I deepened my yoga practice mentally and achieved relaxation which is just as important as the physical, much needed when living in the hustle and bustle of London.
Overall rating - 9/10
Would I come again? In a heart beat
Would you recommend to others? Most definitely.
Kathryn Bates
from Great Britain,
May 2019
"Fabulous yoga break at fabulous location with fabulous hosts"
It was lovely to meet Carla who made us feel very welcome from the minute we arrived. We felt at home straight away. The food was delicious. The facilities were wonderful, the location was so very pretty. Jackie, the yoga instructor, was great - very knowledgeable and helpful (and great fun!) I really enjoyed trying different yoga practices, loved being able to practice outside.
I would highly recommend this yoga break.
Gary Woodward
from Great Britain,
May 2019
"Deighton Lodge Yoga Retreat"
Great location , good food , very friendly host Carla , yoga teacher Jacqueline’s classes were both relaxed and fun. The other people attending the retreat were like minded people looking for a relaxing couple of days and were very friendly.The hot tub was a bonus too ! The overall experience was just what I needed to escape the stress of daily life
Anna Fry
from Great Britain,
May 2019
"Deighton Lodge Simply yoga"
A fabulously calming retreat which was exactly what I needed. The yoga could be as challenging as I wanted it to be. Everyone was given the care and attention they required during our yoga practice. The food was excellent and there was plenty of it. Free time and yoga was perfectly balanced. Carla and Jaqueline are great hosts, friendly, approachable and knowledgable. A fantastic few days that was so much more than simply yoga.
Anonymous
from Great Britain,
April 2019
"A relaxing retreat"
Loved the food, the accommodation has everything I needed and the yoga was divine. Carla was extremely friendly and accommodating, our yoga instructor was extremely knowledgeable and adapted the yoga to my needs. The group was small so we all had a customised yoga plan and the location was wonderful, the house over looked beautiful fields and it was just off the A1 (handy for driving).
Kath Akers
from Great Britain,
February 2019
"a wonderful wellbeing retreat"
the whole experience felt well thought through. Carla looked after us all so well and we were incredibly well fed! Debbie was very attubed to the group as a teacher and kept the styles varied and built things up each day, which really boosted my confidence in what I could do. The extra touches such as the massage, 1:1 sessions, hot tub, food recipes, goodie bags and wellbeing sessions really added value and thoughtfulness to the whole experience. Deighton Lodge is a lovely venue in a beautiful location.
Louise Arnold
from United States,
February 2019
"Fantastic retreat, recommend without hesitation "
Food, rooms and yoga studio were fantastic. Carla took care of everything with perfect attention to detail. I’ve never felt so welcome and so looked after. The structure of each day was perfectly tailored to our needs and also flexible. Debbie was very knowledgable and her teaching gentle yet firm. She helped me to improve my practice massively and by the end had me doing postures I’d never tried before. The hot tub was a real treat. The massage included as part of the retreat was the icing on the cake. A real reset for me ... I’ve come home relaxed and inspired to develop my yoga practice further.
Ann Page
from Great Britain,
February 2019
"Had an amazing time"
Carla and Jacqueline were very friendly and welcoming. Carla's plant based cooking was outstanding. It was fantastic how much Yoga we manage to do in the short time we had and Jacqueline does fabulous sports massage too. The venue is warm and inviting. Another added bonus is that it is 5 minutes from McArthur Glen designer outlet.
Jane Smithson
from Great Britain,
February 2019
"Perfect relaxing break "
This was my first yoga retreat and it was even better than I could have wished for. My room was luxurious; the food was plentiful, delicious and healthy; the setting was beautiful; the yoga classes were varied, engaging and challenging with an attentive and calming teacher. Carla was an excellent host and made us all feel at home.
Claire Mullard
from Great Britain,
January 2019
"Good yoga break"
Carla Mitchell (owner of Deighton Lodge) is very welcoming and friendly. I joined the end of one retreat and then joined with a full day separate retreat on my final day. Everyone was lovely and welcoming. I loved making a face mask on day two and having a full body massage. I also really enjoyed the relaxation yoga. The meals were hearty and tasty. There was a hot tub available for our retreat, which some of the group enjoyed. I was able to relax and read for a while. I particularly enjoyed the yin yoga with Jackie on day three. It suited my ability. My room was well appointed and comfortable. The classes with Debbie were mixed and, even when I could not manage the exercises she was encouraging and helpful - just asking that I keep moving. A very enjoyable experience.
Sally Grant
from United States,
January 2019
"My new annual January detox holiday! "
What's not to like? The food was incredible, location stunning, classes were fantastic. Carla and Debbie and Lucy could not have made us feel more like a little family if they tried! We completely crammed as much in as possible within the 3 days. I felt relaxed, rejuvenated, fit and healthy all in one. Will be returning next year with absolutely no doubt! I've even roped in a few of my friends to have a look at retreat dates. It was worth the 4.5 hour drive at 4am to get there!! Thankyou so much for this experience
Susan Burlison
from Great Britain,
January 2019
"Perfection"
This was a fantastic weekend, the right amount of classes vs free time to chill. Classes were brilliant and pitched for every level, food was fantastic and plentiful, venue was beautiful, can't fault it at all!
Aj Rankin-wright
from Great Britain,
November 2018
"Deighton Lodge Yoga Retreat - November 2018"
I was looking for a yoga retreat that was reasonably priced, had super comfortable accommodation, and offered lots of yoga sessions as well as relaxation. The Deighton Lodge retreat was perfect!
Thank you so much to Carla, Debbie and Lucy (and your team) for the most wonderful weekend away! The full body massage was absolutely amazing and hugely appreciated after working the muscles hard through the sessions. It was lovely to also have relaxation time - I can highly recommend the lovely trail walk nearby and prosecco in the hot tub was such a treat! Thank you also to Carla for being so thoughtful and diligent preparing meals and snacks to cater for coeliac disease. I really appreciate the effort you went to and it was wonderful to be away and feel so relaxed about the meals. Carla, Debbie and Lucy are fantastic! All in all, what a great yoga weekend with a great group of people!
Anonymous
from Great Britain,
November 2018
"Excellent 3 day retreat "
Relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Brilliant food + accommodation
Yoga sessions varied + informative + pitched at comfortable level so we felt at ease + welcome
Jacqualine + Carla very approachable + accommodating both providing a relaxing but energising experience. Brilliant.
