Retreats

Winter Retreat 2024

Our popular Winter Retreat day returns on Sunday, 8th December at the Armoury Hall | Newnham on Severn

A day full of both new and favourite delights. Mindfulness, Meditation, Shinrin Yoku, Mindful Movement and Yoga. The emphasis is on slowing down, taking a pause, calming the mind, exploring or just sitting in this beautiful village, with magnificent views across the county.

Booking information
Friends of Gloucestershire Mindfulness and previous participants: £40.00 | Non-members: £47.00
Group booking discount | Concessions available, please contact Lynsey via business WhatsApp: 07518278203

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FAQs

  • • Those who are new to our Retreat Days and wish to explore the Practice of Mindfulness and Meditation, to help with Calming the Mind with Rest and Relaxation.
    • Anyone familiar with meditative practices and may have worked with Lynsey previously.
    • Mindfulness students and those teaching or training in Mindfulness (MBSR/MBCT).

  • The practice programmes are teacher-led, presented by Lynsey and complimented by our Affiliate Teachers who will expertly guide you through a wonderful day of Mindfulness.

    Following our regular format of Sitting practice, Mindful Movement and Body Scan, make the most of this beautiful venue to enjoy a quiet day of reflection.

    Our retreat days include:

    • Mindful movement
    • Body Scans
    • Sitting practice
    • Mindful Walking

    We always ask that you honour yourself and each other with quietness. There will be opportunities at the end of our retreats for discussion.

    Proposed day schedule:

    • 9:45 a.m. Gathering

    • 10.00 a.m. Welcome and introduction to the team/day ahead

    • 10:30 a.m. Begin practice

    • 11:00 a.m. Break

    • 11:15 a.m. Mindful movement (Hatha Yoga)

    • 11.30 a.m. Mindful walking

    • 12:30 p.m. Lunchtime (please bring a packed lunch)

    • 1:00 p.m. Rest and digest

    • 1.30 p.m. Resume practices

    • 3.00 p.m. Break

    • 3:15 p.m. Notices and Certificates

    • 3.30 p.m. Closing Meditation and Finish

    Warm, comfortable clothing.

    Waterproofs are advised as we spend time mindful walking in the beautiful surroundings.

    We invite you to bring a yoga mat, a blanket, or a cushion. (Whatever supports your practice and comfort.)

    Vegetable soup and bread rolls are available at lunchtime. But do feel free to bring your packed lunch and snacks for the breaks (this is how we manage to keep our costs low).

    Tea and non-caffeinated drinks are also available.

    • Friends of Gloucestershire Mindfulness: £40.00

    • Non-members: £47.00

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      Following payment, please email lynsey@gloucestershiremindfulness.com with confirmation of your booking.

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    Retreat days can be expensive to run, but we wish to keep our low cost impact approach for as long as we can. We need to ensure we cover outgoing costs, which as we all know seem to be escalating by the moment!

Take a guilt-free pause. Join us for a Winter Retreat Day on 8th December – a day to slow down, breathe, and recharge..