Three Day Mindfulness Retreat at Church Houses, Farndale, North Yorkshire Moors

Typically, we find ourselves bravely ‘soldiering on’ through life’s ups and downs, getting worn down by worries, responsibilities and the general pace of life. Our Mindfulness and Sound Relaxation Retreats will help to relax and calm your mind and body at a deep, deep level. You will feel nourished and refreshed with a sense of clarity and peace.

"Thank you both so much for the amazing and inspirational retreat. i loved every minute and feel so inspired. My word was enlightened and the retreat did exactly that", Denise
 
"Thank you so much for an absolutely incredible weekend. It was fabulous in so many ways and on so many levels. Please can I can confirm that I’d like to come next year" Iona
 
"Just wanted to say a huge thank you for this weekend, it was wonderful, really enjoyed it and met some amazing people. You did a fantastic job" Beverley
 
Stunning photos, great memories, all round fantastic experience….looking forward to the next one, Lorraine
 
"Have been trying to put into words what happened at the weekend but finding it hard to express…..It’s as if we were all sprinkled with fairy dust (or maybe Russell dust!!) which enabled us to remember & reconnect with our true selves. Jane
 
"Just want to say a huge thank you to everyone for such an amazing & meaningful weekend. Truly had no idea what to expect but I was completely blown away" Amy
 
"I have loved the location, spending time with such lovely people, The Sounds Baths were Amazing, the food was lovely. I think it goes without saying I would like to come next year-- in-fact accommodation already booked" Sandra

‘I had a wonderful time on the retreat, thanks to Peter & yourself for creating such an amazing event, in such a truly beautiful place!

I can imagine how much thought & planning went into organising everything, and I really appreciate your energy & thoughtfulness.

I would definitely like to book in for next year’s May retreat please and a deposit is on the way to you’. Debbie

• Arrive at the delightful Church Houses Village Hall by 12.30 for a vegetarian lunch (all lunches are included in the price)

• This will be followed by both calming and energising breathwork to explore how we can use our breath as a tool to instantly calm our anxiety and impulsive reactions – some of this will be done to native sound and rhythm – it’s quite a wonderful experience

• We will explore Mindfulness techniques and principles that can help you in many areas of your life

• We will engage in guided meditations both seated and lying down

• There will be a sound bath with ‘Himalayan Singing Bowls’ and Pure Quartz Crystal Bowls accompanied by gentle percussion such as chimes, shakers, and rain sticks aimed at helping you reach a deep meditative state of consciousness. 

• We will finish the day around 5.00pm for you to walk in the beautiful scenery and countryside or simply relax and do nothing

• You are invited to join us at Feversham Arms in the village for an evening meal or of course you can make your own arrangements (evenings meals are not included in the price)

• Throughout the day we will continue to explore different Mindfulness techniques and principles and there will be several different guided meditations which will connect with topics and discussions from the day

• There will a ‘Gong Bath’ with Himalayan Singing Bowls. Gong baths have proven to induce a meditative state in quite a profound way because it stimulates brainwave activity through a process known as entrainment

• In the evening after dinner, if weather permits, you are invited to join us for a Mindful walk around Farndale passing by babbling brooks and lovely scenery. This will be followed by a meditation under the stars in one of the fields close to the venue. We will light candles, enjoy a glass of wine together and meditate to the sound of the beautiful and eerie Native Flute and Frame Drums (amongst other native instruments)

• We will bring together the breathing exercises, Mindfulness, Meditation and more teachings and discussion to help you reflect on where you are in life and what changes (if any) you may like to consider to help align certain areas of your life

• There will be Mindfulness poetry and meaningful stories and quotes to help embed some of the learnings from the weekend

• This will be followed by a meditation in the open air where we will feel, hear, see, taste and smell all that nature provides.

• You will get a sense of connection and groundedness.

• Finally, we will finish with a fabulous ‘Sound Jam’ where you can take part in some energising and rhythmic playing of various instruments (and some rather unconventional but effective sound objects) that will help develop even deeper connection and compassion to people in and outside of the retreat including family, friends, colleagues and the wider world.. A session not to be missed.