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What is a retreat?

A retreat may be described as an escape away from everyday distractions, a withdrawal from society to a tranquil setting to allow for a period of reflection or to focus entirely on a particular activity.

For some it might be about taking time to simply relax, for others its a time for personal reflection. On a spiritual or religious retreat it might be time to practice spiritual beliefs. Or it can be about uninterrupted time to study or pursue creative activity.

Categories
To help you select, our retreat holiday sections have now been split up into four general categories, namely:

health, beauty & fitness
creative

spiritual & religious

self develop/personal.

What makes it a 'retreat' rather than a 'holiday'?

The distinction is often not clear cut so it's hard to say, this is why we suggest also looking at our related holiday categories (see links in each section).

Compared to a 'holiday' an activity related retreat might be more focused, with fewer other distractions. It may offer seclusion, time and space to allow for independent study or creative thought.

Sometimes the location plays a big part, with retreats often taking place in secluded settings or remote locations away from the hustle and bustle associated with a holiday – frequently beautiful settings within the natural environment. Often these places will be dedicated 'Retreat Centres'.

On a contemplative retreat the distinction is clearer as the aim is simply for quiet, undisturbed time in a suitable location, sometimes with guidance, but often without.

 


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    health, beauty & fitness
    creative
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    personal & self development

 

 

 

Retreats: health, beauty & fitness retreats & holidays

 

The Health Retreats Directory (right) lists retreats based around wellness, wellbeing, health, beauty and fitness. This will include retreats focused on yoga, pilates, meditation, weight loss and healing. Those listed identify themselves as 'retreats' but we suggest you also look at our Health & Wellbeing 'holiday' pages here, as there is often little difference between them.


ENGLAND: Bucks, Mind & Fitness Retreats
A 3-day 'Focus on Mind and Fitness' weekend designed to encourage mind and body to work together in harmony – rejuvenating the body and focusing the mind.

    The weekend is held in a luxurious setting in a beautiful restored manor house with acres of stunning gardens/grounds in the Buckinghamshire countryside.
    The retreat will include deep relaxation sessions, educational and nutritional workshops and training sessions. Guest will also have full use of the pool, fitness suite and leisure facilities. Discount offers are available through our link.


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COSTA RICA: Rainforest spa retreat
This unique tropical retreat centre overlooks the Caribbean from a beautiful spot several hundred feet above the ocean. The centre is secluded and private, blessed with cooling breezes and surrounded by gardens. The sundeck, with its large jacuzzi, makes a great spot to relax, and enjoy the sun, sea views and forest sounds.
    
Samasati Nature Retreat offers massage, yoga and various spa treatments. The accommodation is in handcrafted Caribbean-style lodges and cottages. They offer all-inclusive packages which feature the best classes, treatments and excursions; tailor-made retreats are also available.

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SPAIN: Luxury retreat hotel in Andalucia
To be found in wild and beautiful countryside in the mountains above Malaga, Fountainhead Retreat Hotel offers a unique luxury rural retreat.

 

ENGLAND: Beach Sun Retreat
Almost unique in the UK, this is a rental holiday home that offers guaranteed sunbathing every day of the year, whatever the weather! The retreat has installed innovative health-enhancing sunshine simulators allowing guests to top up their tans. This treatment also benefits a whole range of health conditions including Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), skin problems, stress, sleeping disorders and deficiency of vitamin D. The sun room forms part of the large St Tropez-like living area which provides guests with a multi-sensory tropical haven. The house sleeps up to six people in three bedrooms.

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ENGLAND: Fitness Retreat Packages
Hillmotts Luxury Retreat in Beaconsfield Buckinghamshire offers a fitness retreat package that includes accommodation, daily indoor and outdoor activities, full use of the spa facilities (gym, pool, sauna and jacuzzi), optional adventure activities and optional celebrity chef cookery course (teaching the cooking of tasty but healthy meals).
    Guests will also get a personalised one-month exercise and nutrition plan to take away. Spa treatments can be booked directly.
You will also find meditation, yoga and Reiki on offer.

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MOROCCO: Luxury spa retreat for women
Women-only luxury spa retreat offering yoga, massages, meditation, oriental hammam, manicures/pedicures, henna session, facials footbaths ...
     The retreat is located in Marrakech and is set within beautiful gardens. It features a large heated swimming pool, a fitness room, a meditation room, a contemporary art collection and a library with many art books – all for guest use throughout their stay. In the gardens there are many secluded areas, patios and terraces suitable for contemplation. Accommodation is in luxuriously furnished en-suite suites.

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WALES: Eco-teepee retreat in Powys
Relaxing holistic meditation and Reiki therapies are included in this very different retreat weekend. Leave everyday stress behind and relax in your own eco-friendly teepee set in the peace and tranquillity of the beautiful Welsh countryside.
    Each teepee is in its own secluded space and comes with a double bed, sheepskin rugs, a chiminea stove and welcome hamper.
    The teepee retreat offers a very special space to relax and unwind and includes a meditation session and a Reiki treatment. The teepees are located near Machynlleth in mid-Wales.


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BALI: Surf & yoga retreat for women
Combine surfing with a pamper retreat on the beautiful tropical island of Bali in the Indonesian archipelago. Surf Goddess Retreats have created a special women-only holiday that's great for learner surfers and offers a positive, supportive and fun space to learn. It also offers transformative yoga, decadent spa treatments and a wellbeing and health programme designed to leave guests feeling renewed and refreshed.


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uk flag AdventureYogi

based: Bristol, UK

website: adventureyogi.com

Yoga and adventure holiday experts, AdventureYogi provide yoga retreat weekends in the UK in Somerset, Cornwall and Gloucestershire; and yoga holidays in the French Alps and Ibiza. From high adrenaline sports like surfing, diving and skiing, through to wellbeing retreats, they also provide delicious vegetarian vitality foods and fabulous treatments.

| yoga | retreats | holistic/wellness/wellbeing | walking/trekking/hiking | massage | climbing/scrambling | surfing | ski/snowboard | England | Western Europe |

 

uk flag Azul Fit – Yoga & Pilates Retreat

based: Fuerteventura, Spain

website: azulfit.com

At Azul the focus is on improving your health and wellbeing in beautiful sun soaked Canary Island scenery. Offering retreats in Fuerteventura that include pilates, hatha yoga, vinyasa flow yoga, meditation, beachside classes, delicious brunches and evening meals, massage and excursions that will you will leave feeling revitalised and uplifted.

| pilates | yoga | retreats | massage | meditation | detoxification | ayurveda | nutrition | surfing | holistic/wellness/wellbeing | Spain |

 

Beach House (The)

based: Goa, India

website: thebeachhousegoa.com

A 5* luxury wellness retreat situated on the beautiful Sernabatim Beach, offering all inclusive wellness, detox and weight management programmes that can be tailored to meet customers' needs. The retreat programmes have been designed with careful precision by nutritional therapists, doctors, life coaches, neuroscientists and consultants. Packages also include return airport transfers.

| retreat | holistic/wellness/wellbeing | weight loss | detoxification | ayurveda | destination spa | nutrition | massage | meditation | India |

 

Casa Alba

based: Granada, Spain

website: casaalba.com

Small, relaxing personal holidays in beautiful country home in Alpujarras (Sierra Nevada Natural Park). Rejuvenate with healthy food (wheat, dairy and sugar free); rid yourself of toxins in our sauna and pool; take gentle daily exercise (Tai Chi or Yoga); enjoy a walk in the mountains or visit a local thermal spa.

| holistic/wellness/wellbeing | retreats | yoga | tai chi | vegetarian | Spain |

 

uk flag Casa Blanca Yoga & Reiki Therapy Centre

based: Almeria, Spain

website: casablancayogareiki.com

Yoga holidays and personal retreats in an Andalucian manor house with panoramic views. Individually tailored yoga sessions by a distinguished teacher. Enjoy wonderful yoga and reiki, gourmet vegetarian food, visit a volcanic spa and monastery. Airport transfers available. Featured in The Good Retreat Guide 6th Edition.

| holistic/wellness/wellbeing | retreats | yoga | reiki | tailor made | meditation | massage | vegetarian | Spain |

 

Casa de Carrasco – Yoga Holidays in Spain

based: Costa Daurada, Spain

website: yogaholidayspain.com

Daily poolside yoga set within a sun drenched olive grove in the Mediterranean mountains of the Costa Daurada. Relax, rejuvenate and reawaken at Casa de Carrasco Yoga retreat in Spain. Enjoy luxury camping in safari style tents at very affordable prices. Operating a 'come as you are' policy and welcoming all levels, including beginners.

| yoga | retreats | Spain |

 

Clublight

based: Malaga, Spain

website: clublight.net

A unique fitness retreat experience – discover the best way to de-tox your body, de-clutter your mind and delight your senses allowing you to refocus your energies on what really counts – you! This fitness and well-being experience will give you the confidence and knowledge to continue your healthy lifestyle when you leave.

| keep-fit/gym/fitness breaks | walking/trekking/hiking | massage | retreats | holistic/wellness/wellbeing | tai chi | weight loss | nutrition | detoxification | Spain |

 

uk flag Destination yoga

based: London, UK

website: destinationyoga.co.uk

Destination yoga hosts inspiring holidays at a selection of stunning locations, with some of the world's best teachers. Their holidays combine stylish, peaceful, comfortable venues with a choice of daily yoga classes in a balanced mix of styles. Ideal for all levels of ability and understanding, including beginners.

| yoga | retreats | Balearic Islands | Spain | India | Caribbean | Morocco |

 

uk flag Essential Ayurveda Retreats

based: Lincolnshire, UK

website: essentialayurveda.co.uk

Experience the ultimate in Ayurvedic treatment, a program of purifying and rejuvenating therapies. Enjoy daily massage and shirodhara in peaceful country surroundings. The 7-10 day retreats are the ideal antidote to stress and to relax and improve general health, lose weight or address more complex health concerns.

| detoxification | weight loss | massage | retreats | ayurveda | yoga | UK |

 

uk flag Freedom2be – Alternative holidays in the Caribbean

based: London, UK

website: freedom2be.org.uk/wellness_retreat

Wellness, spiritual, personal and couples retreats for anyone wanting to find true happiness and peace in their lives. Providing individually tailored programs for the best results. Based in the paradise island of Guadeloupe, a perfect location to help you unwind from the stresses of daily life.

| retreats | holistic/wellness/wellbeing | self development | relationship coaching/dating skills | meditation | Caribbean | Guadeloupe |

 

uk flag Himalayan Yoga Institute

based: London, UK

website: himalayanyogainstitute.com

Yoga retreat holidays in two locations; in the Indian Himalayas and on the Isle of Losinj in Croatia. Offering intensive practice of yoga and meditation in beautiful locations, a vegetarian diet and a wide range of activities: twice daily yoga classes, meditation, chanting, hiking, swimming, nutritional advice and life-coaching.

| yoga | retreats | meditation | holistic/wellness/wellbeing | vegetarian | India | Croatia |

 

uk flag Inner Light Yoga & Health Co

based: Kent, UK

website: yogapilatesholidays.com

Deeply relaxing and rejuvenating yoga, pilates and meditation holidays, retreats and weekends in the UK and abroad at spa hotels in beautiful, peaceful locations. Offering daily classes with a very experienced tutor, evening meditation and deep relaxation, small groups, massage and other treatments available. Beginners are welcome and a full brochure is available.

| yoga | pilates | retreats | holistic/wellness/wellbeing | massage | meditation | spa hotels/accommodation | destination spas | UK | Sweden |

 

uk flag in:spa

based: London, UK

website: inspa.co.uk

A unique health holiday experience at a selection of exclusive hand picked venues in some of the world's most inspiring locations. An in:spa holiday aims to transform your physical and mental wellbeing; the perfect combination of hiking, personal training, yoga, massage, cleansing diet and nutritional advice in beautiful, comfortable, harmonious surroundings. | keep-fit/gym/fitness breaks

| walking/trekking/hiking | detoxification | massage | retreats | spa hotels/accommodation | weight loss | yoga | resort spas | destination spas | Western Europe | Morocco |

 

uk flag Living Raw Retreat (The)

based: Andalucia, Spain

website: thelivingrawretreat.com

The Living Raw Retreat provides gourmet raw food and healthy juices along with nutritional education. From straightforward raw eating holidays to detoxification retreats and raw chef training courses.

| retreats | detoxification | vegetarian | Spain |

 

Mairela Healing Retreat

based: Kuhmoinen, Finland

website: mairela.com

Holistic healing holidays at a lakeside cottage with traditional sauna set in the natural environment of the Finnish forest. Personal sessions with an experienced healer, workshops, meditation and reiki, or just peace and serenity. Guests gather tools to enhance their daily life on all levels, physical, mental, emotional and spiritual.

| holistic/wellness/wellbeing | detoxification | reiki | meditation | self development | retreats | Finland |

 

uk flag NuBeginnings – France

based: Loire, France

website: nubeginningsfrance.com

Weight loss boot camp, fat farm and luxury weight loss retreat at NuBeginnings France. Situated in a luxury chateau in the Loire Valley this fat camp guarantees results.

| weight loss | boot camps | holistic/wellness/wellbeing | destination spas | yoga | retreats | detoxification | France |

 

uk flag Pilates Consultant (The)

based: St Tropez, France

website: thepilatesconsultant.com

Secret St Tropez Pilates retreats; Pilates classes in a fully equipped studio and walking in beautiful countryside or along gorgeous beaches. Your retreat can be as active or relaxing as you want. Classes are presented by internationally respected teachers with over 25 years experience in the fitness and Pilates industry.

| retreats | pilates | power walking | keepfit/gym/fitness breaks | France |

 

uk flag Ploughshares – Fisher King Centre

based: Somerset, UK

website: ploughshares.co.uk

Long established residential detox retreat centre offering 6-day cleansing retreats in Glastonbury, Somerset. The retreats work on digestive disorders and detoxification of the intestinal tract, liver and lymphatic system. They also offer heathy eating and special diet courses.

| detoxification | nutrition | retreats | England |

 

uk flag Prestige Boot Camp

based: Bristol, UK

website: prestigebootcamp.com

Award winning weight loss boot camps in Devon and the Cotswolds in the UK, and Andalucia in Spain. With an average fat loss of 8-12 pounds in just 7 days, these boot camps are packed with fun and energising activities helping you reach both your weight loss and fitness goals.

| boot camps | fitness breaks/gym/keep-fit | weight loss | nutrition | women only | retreats | detoxification | men only | UK | Spain |

 

uk flag Radiant Light Retreats

based: Langedoc/Rousillion, France

website: radiantlightretreats.net

Guided transformational retreats offering the opportunity to explore, create and evolve. Using the healing power of the five elements, these retreats utilise yoga, Chi Kung, meditation and affirmation practices together with homeopathic and flower essence therapies to empower you to move into a more creative, fulfilled and healthy life.

| retreats | holistic/wellness/wellbeing | self development | yoga | meditation | France |

 

Renaissance Retreat

based: Alicante, Spain

website: renaissanceretreat.co.uk

An exclusive health and fitness retreat on the Costa Blanca in Spain. Renaissance Retreat offers holistic, personalised, tailor-made fitness and wellbeing holidays, detox breaks and weight loss retreats in a supportive and friendly environment. Re-energise and re-focus, improve your health, reduce stress and feel great.

| keep-fit/gym/fitness breaks | holistic/wellness/wellbeing | pilates | weight loss | retreats | detoxification | NLP | massage | tailor made | Spain |

 

Renaissance Retreat - Weight Loss Holiday

based: Alicante, Spain

website: weight-loss-holiday.com

Combine a weight loss programme and holiday in Alicante, Spain. Renaissance Retreat offers tailor-made 1-to-1 weight loss programmes, fitness and wellbeing holidays and detox breaks. They offer holistic packages that combine exercise, healthy eating programmes, Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) techniques, together with yoga, pliates, massage and meditation.

| weight loss | tailor made | keep-fit/gym/fitness breaks | holistic/wellness/wellbeing | NLP | massage | pilates | meditation | retreats | detoxification | Spain |

Sardinia Yoga

based: Porto Cervo, Sardinia, Italy

website: sardiniayoga.com

A unique beach-front yoga experience in the stunning Costa Smerelda, Sardinia. 4-star luxury accommodation. After morning yoga by the beach try sailing, scuba diving, tennis or relaxing by the pool. By night enjoy the local trattorias, cafe bars and restaurants. Great for singles and couples to mix yoga with a luxury beach holiday.

| yoga | retreats | Italy |

 

Shengaya Nature Retreats

based: Portugal

website: shengaya.org

Offers small nature based retreats in Portugal aimed at teaching the basics of classical Yoga. In addition Shengaya offers personalised nutritional advice based on the teachings of traditional Chinese medicine, massage/healing and nature based workshops and activities.

| yoga | retreats | meditation | nutrition | detoxification | Portugal |

 

uk flag Slimmeria Featured Site Featured Site

based: East Sussex, UK

website: slimmeria.com

Luxury spa and slimming retreat in beautiful, secluded surroundings in a Georgian country house, offering boutique standard accommodation. A team of experienced, friendly fitness and yoga instructors, nutritionists, personal trainers, massage and beauty therapists will pamper you and give specialist advice on detox and weight loss, and a kick-start to a healthier lifestyle.

| weight loss | detoxification | retreats | yoga | fitness breaks/gym/keep-fit | massage | destination spas | spa hotels/accommodation | weekend spa breaks | England |

 

uk flag Sunflower Retreats

based: Leicestershire, UK & Rieti, Italy

website: sunflowerretreats.com

Yoga holidays and retreats in the ancient medieval village of Casperia. Join in with our yoga sessions or simply enjoy a retreat from the world at the beautifully restored Casa Latini – choose from a large selection of holistic treatments, explore the mountains and villages or take part in numerous activities.

| yoga | retreats | massage | acupuncture/acupressure | ethical/ecotourism | aromatherapy | Italy |

 

Tranquil Times Holistic Retreat

based: Varna, Bulgaria

website: ruralhealthretreat.co.uk

Relax and rejuvenate your mind, body and soul at this rural retreat close to the Black Sea. Offering a personalised service for individuals and small groups, running twice daily poolside yoga and tai chi/qigong classes, life coaching and holistic treatments. Delicious vegetarian food with non-veggie options. All ages and abilities welcome.

| holistic/wellness/wellbeing | yoga | qigong | tai chi | retreats | reiki | self-development | massage | meditation | vegetarian | Bulgaria |

 

Viveka Yoga Holidays & Retreats

based: Aude, France

website: franceyogaretreats.com

Yoga centre located in a beautiful oak forest in Southern France; offering twice daily yoga classes, an introduction to yoga philosophy and an introduction to meditation. Yoga for all and family camps with yoga for parents and children, plus various activities for children; child care provided. Offering delicious vegetarian meals.

| yoga | retreats | meditation | massage | family/child friendly | vegetarian | holistic holidays | France |

 

uk flag Zeal Health

based: Derbyshire, UK

website: zealhealth.co.uk

Zeal Health help you to overcome irritable bowel syndrome and other digestive disorders in a specialised spa break retreat tailored to your needs. Zeal Health provide a dedicated approach to your condition that treats, educates and supports you holistically whilst allowing you to be pampered in a luxury environment.

| nutrition | retreats | medical | holistic/wellness/wellbeing | wellness/wellbeing | UK |

 

Ayurvedic Natural Health Centre

based: Goa, India

website: healthandayurveda.com

Traditional retreat centre at Goa, India specialised in Ayurveda, yoga and meditation.

| holistic/wellness/wellbeing | meditation | yoga | retreats | India |

 

Blue Mango in the Himalayas

based: New Delhi, India

website: bluemangohimalayas.com

The world's highest meditation, inner work and spiritual rejuvenation retreat.

| meditation | retreats | India |

 

uk flag Green Mountain at Fox Run

based: Vermont, USA

website: fitwoman.com

A women's retreat focusing on weight loss and healthy eating.

| retreats | weight loss | women only | cookery | USA |

 

Pujjis Relaxing Wellness Retreat

based: Nelson, New Zealand

website: pujjis.co.nz

Retreat centre offering a range of wellness services to support healing, rejuvenation and relaxation.

| holistic/wellness/wellbeing | retreats | New Zealand |

 

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Retreats: creative retreats for writers, artists, crafts ...

 

 

NORTH WALES: Creative Arts Retreat
Unusual art retreats inspired by walking in the beautiful landscapes and seascapes of Anglesey; artworks are created in the landscape using natural found objects. These residential retreats are suitable for beginners as well as anyone seeking heightened creativity. They are led by experienced sculpture and contemporary art tutors. Time can also be spent working alone and untutored in the studio.

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FRANCE: Writers & artists retreat
La Muse offers retreat accommodation in Southern France to creative people, including screenwriters, artists, composers, writers, musicians and academics for 3-week retreats. These include the use of the library, art studios, Wi-Fi, shared kitchen, dining room and terrace. There are three double bedrooms and two suites with adjoining study.

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SPAIN: Guest House for creative retreats
Creative/artists guest house retreat in Andalucia, offering a place for withdrawal from day-to-day life and for focusing in a environment that is creatively stimulating.
   The guest house is located in the natural beauty of the alpine desert wilderness of the Sierra de María-Los Vélez Natural Park, in Almería province – a place offering profound peace and tranquillity.

    As a creative retreat it offers simple, 'eco chic' B&B accommodation in an environment that will help nurture art and creativity in all forms. For those who prefer guidance it also offers its own residental art courses.


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Abri Creative Writing

based: Languedoc, France

website: abricreativewriting.com

A diverse program of writing holidays set in the lush Cévennes mountains of the Languedoc region of France, offering an oasis of natural beauty where writers can get down to the business of their craft without the distractions of crowds, traffic or TV. Abri is the writing wing of Gardoussel Retreat.

| writing | poetry | retreats | vegetarian | yoga | ayurveda | France |

 

uk flag art2b

based: Midi-Pyrenees, France

website: art2b.co.uk

Simple French farmhouse retreat offering affordable creative breaks, health and wellbeing and home cooked food in a delightful rural village in south west France. Enjoy tranquil countryside where you can relax, clear your mind from daily stress, re-engage positive thinking and refocus on your true desires.

| life drawing/painting | retreats | nutrition | cookery | massage | yoga | France |

 

CAMAC

based: Champagne, France

website: camac.org

Residency program for writers and visual artists from all countries and disciplines (including writing, painting, sculpture, architecture, design, multi-media, illustration, music and dance) for periods of one to six months. Also affordable short-term artists retreats for stays of one week or more. Located in the village of Marnay-sur-seine within the scenic Champagne-Ardenne region of France.

| writing | retreats | painting/drawing | sculpture/carving | film/video | architectural | France |

 

uk flag Creative Craft Retreats

based: Devon, UK

website: craft-retreats.co.uk

Residential weekend craft courses held in beautiful, secluded, tranquil surroundings deep in the north Devon countryside, a short distance from the coast. Highly experienced, friendly tutors share their knowledge and expertise. Delicious home-cooked meals using locally sourced produce are all inclusive in your stay, ensuring a truly stress-free, restful break.

| retreats | wood crafts | pottery/ceramics | timber frame/green oak building | basket making | country crafts | cookery | weekends/short breaks | UK |

 

uk flag Do What You Love

based: West Yorkshire, UK

website: dowhatyouloveforlife.com/retreat/

Art retreats held in a stunning Yorkshire Dales venue. Combining creativity, enterprise and community, it is the only retreat to offer both art workshops from internationally renowned teachers and sessions with successful creative entrepreneurs. Join a retreat for a creative adventure and go home inspired!

| painting/drawing | retreats | paper crafts | sculpture/carving | printmaking | embroidery | England |

 

uk flag Le Centre

based: Middlesex, UK

website: boostyourhappinessholiday.co.uk

A relaxed French retreat and holiday combined. The holiday is rest time crammed with pleasures – food, wine, leisure activities, fun and laughter. All the things that you'd expect on a holiday, and more. Activities include painting and drawing, canoeing, riding, walking and swiming. Open May-Sept; retreats run Sundays to Saturdays.

| retreats | tailor made | multi-activity | painting/drawing | horse/pony trekking | walking/trekking/hiking | France |

 

Liberagioia

based: Emilia–Romagna, Italy

website: liberagioia.com

Arts association organizing seminars and retreat holidays in Sardinia for the development of wellness and creativity in close contact with nature; adults, children and families welcome. Principle activities include: art, painting, shamanism, spontaneous dance, movement as rhythmic awareness, Native American ceremonies, love for life and Mother Earth and women's healing circles.

| holistic/wellness/wellbeing | painting/drawing | retreats | self development | family/child friendly | native peoples | Italy |

 

Rhodes Writing Retreat

based: South Rhodes, Greece

website: rhodeswritingretreat.com

Fun and inspirational creative writing holidays offering an excellent, revitalizing balance of professional tuition, optional activities and cultural trips with still time to explore the charming village of Gennadi, beautiful countryside and pristine beaches or simply kick back in traditional comfort whilst enjoying the company of like-minded people.

| writing | retreats | Greece |

 

uk flag Ty Newydd

based: Gwynedd, Wales, UK

website: tynewydd.org

The National Writers' Centre for Wales offering residential courses in writing, poetry and drama as well as writers retreats and Welsh language courses.

| writing | poetry | storytelling | retreats | television/radio | Welsh language | Wales |

 

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Retreats: religious & spiritual retreats

 

   

 

SCOTLAND: Island Retreats
Two small islands off Scotland's West Coast provide retreat accommodation to all, regardless of faith and regardless of whether they seek quiet time for restoring the spirit, or an active holiday.
     The
College of the Holy Spirit is on the island of Cumbrae and is a combination of 3-star guest house and Christian Retreat. It's located next to The Cathedral of The Isles, Britain's smallest cathedral.

    The Bishop's House is on Iona and takes groups and individuals, with space for up to 23 people.
    A programme of guided retreats is also on offer, for example 'Lent Retreat', various music retreats and 'Spirituality & Poetry' as well as open retreats
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uk flag Abbey (The)

based: Oxfordshire, UK

website: theabbey.uk.com

The Abbey in Sutton Courtenay, near Abingdon, Oxfordshire, is a retreat and conference centre housed in a beautiful medieval building in peaceful grounds. This inter-faith community offers 3-day 'Rest and Renewal Retreats' and personal retreats.

| retreats | England |

 

uk flag Holy Isle (The)

based: Isle of Arran, Scotland, UK

website: holyisland.org

An interfaith centre set up by a Tibetan Buddhist meditation master, the island is open to both Buddhists and non-Buddhists. A retreat programme is ongoing and guests are also welcome for personal retreats or holiday breaks all year round.

| retreats | Scotland |

 

uk flag Hilfield Friary

based: Dorset, UK

website: hilfieldfriary.org.uk

Franciscan friary offering hospitality for prayer, retreat and study.

| retreats | Christian | England |

 

Inner Journeys

based: New South Wales, Australia

website: innerjourneys.com.au

Spiritual and Reiki retreats. Ecotours focused on spirituality and traditional medicine.

| native peoples | retreats | self development | botanical | reiki | ethical and ecotourism | Asia | Australasia |

 

uk flag Retreat-Holidays

based: Kent, UK

website: retreat-holidays.co.uk

Make retreats a treat and holidays holy! Restorative breaks for tired Christians.

| retreats | Christian | Europe |

 

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Retreats: personal & self development retreats

 

   

 

SCOTLAND: Isle of Erraid
Take a retreat on a tiny Hebridean island The Isle of Erraid is home to a group from the Findhorn Foundation, living a simple life of work, play, celebration and meditation. Erraid offers a wonderful natural setting for personal retreats.


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uk flag Away from it all ...

based: Andalucia, Spain

website: retreat.es

Retreats in Spain. Join an occasional group retreat in stunning surroundings in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, Southern Spain. Take time out and reconnect with nature, yourself and others in an earthly paradise. Take advantage of cheap flights to Malaga or Granada from many UK airports. Enjoy hugely renewing enjoyable weeks, in fabulous light and sun.

| retreats | self development | Spain |

 

uk flag Get On And Live

based: London, UK

website: get-on-and-live.co.uk

A retreat combining life coaching, personal fitness training, massage and more. Do you want to redress your life's balance, reduce stress, gain clarity? Do you need time to identify and plan your next steps, define your goals in terms of career and personal life? Devote a week to you.

| holistic/wellness/wellbeing | fitness breaks/gym/keep-fit | NLP | retreats | self development | massage | meditation | Jamaica | UK | Portugal |

 

uk flag Jasmine House (The) Featured Site

based: Dorset, UK

website: thejasminehouse.co.uk

Jasmine House Retreat logoAre you stressed-out? Would you like to 'step off your world' for a few days? To unwind, relax and rediscover who you are and what you'd like from your life? Personal Retreats at the Jasmine House on Portland include life coaching, empathic healing, EFT and meditation, join them and find your way back to happiness.

| retreats | self development | meditation | England |

 

Limnisa

based: Methana, Greece

website: limnisa.com

In a secluded bay with its own private beach on an unspoilt, unknown Greek island, Limnisa offers writing seminars, silent retreats and personal retreats. For those who can appreciate the simplicity, the purity and the calmness of the place and get inspired by it.

| writing | retreats | meditation | self development | Greece |

 

uk flag Living Harmony Foundation (The)

based: Slovenia

website: livingharmony.co.uk

Reconnect with nature, experience inspiring workshop facilitators, or just relax in a Retreat Centre set within three acres of outstanding natural beauty. The buildings and land have been purposely harmonised to promote an atmosphere in which people can regenerate, feel calm, relax, energise and transform.

| retreats | holistic/wellness/wellbeing | self development | meditation | yoga | pilates | team building/management courses | groups | Slovenia |

 

Simple Peace Retreats

based: Assisi, Italy

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website: silentstay.com

Silent meditation retreats based in a restored 200 year old farmhouse in Assisi in the Umbrian countryside. Guidance is offered on enriching your retreat and meditative movement is also offered daily.
| retreats | Italy |

 

uk flag Anglesey Healing Centre

based: Anglesey, North Wales, UK

website: angleseyhealingcentre.co.uk/PersonalRetreat...

Tailored personal retreats in a self-contained guest-suite; time to reflect, relax, rest and receive treatments.

| retreats | Wales |

 

uk flag Global Retreat Centre

based: Oxfordshire, UK

website: globalretreatcentre.org

Residential retreats, seminars and courses on spiritual development, personal growth and meditation.

| retreats | UK |

 

uk flag Granite Men's Gathering

based: New Hampshire, USA

website: granitemen.com

A weekend retreat for men. A holistic approach to manhood, through workshops, affinity groups and group gatherings.

| men only | retreats | USA |

 

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