Women’s Winter Retreat
Pause, Reflect & Reconnect
Friday 22nd - Sunday 24th November 2024
Gayles Retreat Centre
Sussex South Downs
Join us for a weekend of Yoga & Rituals curated to help you reconnect with yourself & your goals surrounded by nature
Led by Liz Joy Hardie & Sophie Boucher
In our busy modern lives it’s easy to lose sense of what is most important to us and get distracted by all the noise. If you are in need of some space to get quiet so you can finally stop to reconnect with your goals & hear your intuition then this retreat is for you.
Step back from the demands of daily life and embark on a transformative weekend with us at the "Women's Winter Retreat", nestled in the South Downs in the serene and picturesque countryside at Gayles Retreat Centre. Expect morning flow yoga, Soothing Yin, guided meditation, sound healing and creative workshops.
Join us in this beautiful space to spend time in community and nature allowing your body and mind to fully unwind. On this retreat there will be periods of silence to allow for reflection, we also ask to keep the retreat technology free to fully disconnect from the outside world.
This retreat is for you if…
You want to experience the transformation of yoga
You want to deepen your spiritual practice
You want to decompress and unwind
You need space and clarity to reconnect with your vision
You have been feeling stuck or disconnected from your purpose
THE SCHEDULE
Please note this is subject to change based on the needs of the group but gives a good guide.
Friday
Arrival at Gayles from 4 PM
5:00 PM - Welcome Ceremony
6:30 PM - Dinner
7:45 PM - Restorative Yoga & Sound Healing Practice
Saturday
7:30 - 8 AM Silent Meditation
8 AM - 9:30 AM Morning Yoga Practice
10 AM - Breakfast
11 AM - Free time to relax, walk in the grounds, read, journal & have space to yourself
1:30 PM - Lunch
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM - Vision Board Workshop
5:30 - 6:30 PM - Free time to relax, walk in the grounds, read, journal and have space to yourself
6:30 PM - Dinner
7:30 PM - Yin & Yoga Nidra
9 PM - Bed
Sunday
7:30 - 8 AM - Silent Meditation
8 AM - 9:30 AM - Morning Yoga Practice
10 AM - Breakfast
11AM - 12 PM - Free time to relax, walk in the grounds, read, journal and have space to yourself
12 PM - 1:30 PM - Workshop
1:30 PM - Lunch
2:30 - 3PM - Goodbyes
A 40% Deposit is needed to secure your booking.
Balance payment is due 1st October
THE SPACE
Gayles is situated just outside of Eastbourne. It is unique in that it is easily reachable by public transport whilst also being situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is surrounded by National Trust, Country Park and Forestry Commission land so we have open access to stunningly beautiful countryside all around. The perfect atmosphere to retreat from the world.
We know it can be hard financially to invest in yourself so we’ve teamed up with Gayles to offer an affordable Retreat option!
FROM PLANT TO PLATE
Homely, nourishing and delicious food
We pride ourselves on making delicious homemade meals that are largely sourced from our own lovingly tended organic gardens, making the food as fresh and natural as possible with a virtually zero carbon footprint. We buy any other ingredients as responsibly as we can; organic where that’s practical, and avoid highly processed products or anything that’s been flown half way round the world to get here.Our menu is Vegetarian and seasonal and changes through the year, reflecting what’s abundant in the garden at the time.
We provide three meals a day: lunch and dinner have two courses and breakfast offers several choices. Usually either lunch or dinner is more substantial, the other will be lighter with fresh fruit provided for dessert. All our food is Vegetarian and we are happy to cater for you if you are dairy or gluten-free or Vegan. Ground filter coffee and a variety of teas, as well as fresh fruit, are always available. Where the practice allows, we offer homemade treats on your arrival and in the afternoon of full days.
ROOMS & PRICING
All prices are inclusive of 3x nourishing vegetarian meals cooked on site often with produce from the land, and all activities.
Shared Room with shared bathroom - £420 - 5 spaces left!
Sleeping up to 8 people, the Artist Studio & Old Playhouse are set in the beautiful grounds and come fully equipped with comfortable beds and shared bathrooms.
These comfortable & affordable options are where most of our guests stay.
We understand that sharing a room might feel unfamiliar or even a bit daunting at first, but it's one of the most enriching aspects of the retreat experience! Here’s why sharing can enhance your time with us:
A Sense of Community: Sharing a room allows you to connect with like-minded women who are also on a journey of self-discovery. Many guests find that these connections become some of the most meaningful takeaways from the retreat.
Supportive and Quiet Environment: While you will be sharing a space, the rooms will be kept mostly in periods of silence to honor each participant's personal retreat experience. This creates a calm and peaceful atmosphere where everyone can unwind and reflect quietly, allowing for deep relaxation and introspection.
Private Single Room with shared bathroom - SOLD OUT
Private Double Room with Shared Bathroom - SOLD OUT
Retreat Guest 2023
“Liz and Sophie are an absolute dream team: they work so well together and are so receptive and warm in everything that they do. Every single part of the retreat was meticulously and thoughtfully planned: I loved the balance of each element from the asana through to the playlists! The venue was dreamy and the food was incredible. And most importantly, I have made such incredible connections that have honestly changed my life.
I cannot wait to go back!”
Retreat Guest 2024
This is my second time on Liz and Sophie's retreat, and each time it's a wonderful experience, my heart and my soul always feels nourished and recharged. Both are two amazing, balanced yoga teachers and space holders. The classes, the location, and the workshops were just perfect.
What makes me come back? The beautiful connections with beautiful humans. Thank from the bottom of my ❤️
Retreat Guest 2024
“Liz and Sophie are an absolute dream team: they work so well together and are so receptive and warm in everything that they do. Every single part of the retreat was meticulously and thoughtfully planned: I loved the balance of each element from the asana through to the playlists! The venue was dreamy and the food was incredible. And most importantly, I have made such incredible connections that have honestly changed my life. I cannot wait to go back!”
