A Sussex Retreat
At Gayles Retreat, Friston, Sussex.
Thursday 29th May to Sunday 1st June 2025
Gayles is a family run estate and home which has been used as a retreat centre since 2012. It is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and surrounded by National Trust, Country Park and Forestry Commission land so you will have open access to stunningly beautiful countryside all around....and the sea!
Roz and Derry, who own the estate and run retreats there themselves , have taken special care to create a comfortable and peaceful space for you to enjoy during your retreat. The accommodation allows for you to have your own room or to share with up to six others in thoughtfully appointed buildings set in beautiful grounds and surrounded by rolling downland with breathtaking views all around. You also have the option to camp, they will set up a tent for you and you will have the use of the ‘Royal Horsebox’, an ingeniously converted pony trailer which has an excellent shower and a separate washroom.
There is a converted cow shed which makes a beautiful Yoga space for us to enjoy. Plus it has a swimming pool which will be open when we are there!
After years of running 2 night retreats I have found that people tend to have just settled in by the time we have to go so this year we will begin on a Thursday evening so we have three days to enjoy time away from it all, including yoga, sound baths and walks.
The retreat will begin after work on a Thursday, arrival is from 5pm. We will have a bedtime gentle yoga session and sound bath that evening before sleep.
We will practice silence between 10pm until after the first morning yoga session each day to allow time for self reflection and quiet.
On this retreat you can expect:
Silent morning meditation walks
Qi Gong outside
Breathwork
Hatha Yoga in mornings
Yin Yoga in afternoons
Sound Baths
Yoga Nidra
Journaling time with prompts
Walk on the South Downs
A sunset Freedom Dance - an ecstatic conscious dance with headphones so we can dance barefoot outside and not disturb the neighbours!
Plenty of free time to rest, read, swim and enjoy the beautiful location
Food
Good quality, locally sourced and totally yummy, tasty and nourishing! Served in the relaxed atmosphere of the beautifully converted dining room. If the weather is sunny there is the option of eating out in the open on the terrace. Food will be vegetarian (vegan) and organic. Any food intolerances can be accommodated and you will be asked for details on the booking form.
Accommodation/ Prices:
Two buildings have been converted to 2 lovely spacious comfortable dormitories, one with 4 single beds and one with 4 singles and 2 bunk beds, I won’t be putting 2 in the bunks though so this room will sleep 6 max. They both have their own showers and toilets.
There is one master double in the main house and one small double.
You can also camp, Roz and Derry provide single person tents (Quechua 2 Seconds 2) which will be put up for you. You will have the use of the ‘Royal Horsebox’, an ingeniously converted pony trailer which has an excellent shower and a separate washroom. They will also supply a pillow, towel and torch. You will need to bring a sleeping bag and mat.
Prices:
includes 3 nights accommodation, yoga, other activities and food
£440 for a dorm room bed
£420 for camping
£560 for master double room/ can be a twin which will be £520pp - FULL
£520 small double - FULL
I will ask for £150 now deposit to secure your place and the rest 1 month before the retreat.
Please email me with any questions and to book; [email protected]
It’s going to be a wonderful retreat away from it all, in beautiful nature and lots of nourishing practices and food!
GOA RETREAT
Date: 8th - 15th March 2026
Location: Bamboo Yoga Retreat, South Goa, India.
Considered one of the most amazing spaces to practice yoga in Goa, Bamboo Yoga has three open-air fully equipped ocean-facing shalas with soul-feeding views over Polem beach and out to sea. With nothing between you and the Arabian Sea, it is the ultimate spot to salute the sun, whilst the sea breeze keeps you comfortable even in tropical temperatures.
Built using local organic materials, Bamboo has beach cabanas and huts which are simply stylish, comfortable, private and eco-friendly. Located just steps from the beach, they are designed to help you reconnect with nature. Whether watching the sea eagles soar overhead from the hammock on your balcony, or falling asleep to the sound of the waves, the normal stresses of life melt away and you will feel open to a more profound yoga practice.
This Yoga retreat will include morning Pranayma, meditation and a Yang (Hatha) yoga practice. Time to chill out, explore and have treatments in the day. A later afternoon practice of Yin Yoga. There will also be some optional philosophy discussions and day trips.
The rate includes:
Accommodation; hut or cabana (larger huts with glass fronts)
2 Yoga classes a day
Before morning yoga: fresh tropical fruit salad, teas and super power juice.
After yoga: a large delicious healthy brunch.
Mid afternoon: Chai time, fruit and cookies.
Dinner after yoga - Dinner buffet style.
Last night - special beach dinner and fire.
Prices depend on type of location and if you are sharing or not;
A hut - £1136 single occupancy or £955 pp sharing FULL
A cabana - (about 3 of these face the paddy fields) £1250 single occupancy or £1045 pp sharing. Cabanas are larger huts with glass fronts. THERE IS ONE CABANA LEFT ON THIS RETREAT!!!!
The front sunset/ beach huts and cabanas are already full.
Rate does not include flights, transfers, insurance and visa.
Please get in touch with any questions and for booking; [email protected]
Feedback from past retreats I have ran:
"I've had a fantastic time, I loved all the readings/ meditations that you did while we were holding poses and everything was really well organised, thanks for all the effort you put into it"
"The yoga was very good, Louise really adds her heart to the classes and the different readings are very touching. I loved the yin yoga in the evenings at sunset most, the yoga nidra was powerful too"
"Excellent retreat all in all lots of things to do around the area should you wish to explore. The yoga platform was stunning, would definitely come again"
"Thank you! My first yoga retreat and I enjoyed every bit of it, an amazing week I feel nourished from the inside out"
ADVENTURE YOGI RETREATS 2024
I host and teach on Adventure Yogi retreats around the UK & Europe each year. Each venue is unique, it's very hard which to say I prefer as they are all wonderful!
On each retreat your day begins with a silent walk outside before your 2 hour hatha flow yoga practice, which includes pranayama and meditation. After which you are served a delicious breakfast. Then depending on the retreat you book there maybe a workshop, a walk in the countryside, time for massage and always time to just relax (plus lunch of course!).
In the evenings before dinner I teach a slow Yin practice with Yoga Nidra or Sound Meditation. The food throughout the weekend is all vegetarian and always delicious!
The retreats I am running with AY in 2024 are (click on links to view details):
Yoga Retreat in Peak District - 2 dates in October (4-7th & 7th-11th)
New Years Yoga Retreat in Peak District! - 2 dates: 29th Dec - 2nd Jan or 2nd Jan - 5th Jan
To find out more and book please visit: Adventure Yogi
