Yoga and Hiking Retreat

Highlights

  • Summit the highest mountain in England and Wales and enjoy a number of stunning hikes
  • Relax and unwind with a professional yoga and meditation session every day
  • Enjoy two nights in a beautiful country house surrounded by lush parkland
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What you'll do

Overview

This luxury retreat is perfect for anyone looking to get out of the city and explore the stunning national park of Snowdonia on guided hikes through the mountains, as well as relax and unwind with professional yoga and meditation sessions.

Once you arrive at the elegant country home that acts as your accommodation for the weekend you’ll be able to totally relax, unwind and head out to explore the stunning wilderness, the brooding peaks and deep corries of Snowdonia, as well as the windswept coastline and secluded beaches of Anglesey, on a number of guided hikes.

Each day you will discover new trails through the mountains that have been used by the locals for hundreds of years, but are still far enough of the tourist trail to feel as if you’re hiking through genuine wilderness and far from the beaten track.

You’ll also be able to re-energise with professional yoga and meditation classes, during a yoga retreat designed to rejuvenate and re-nourish mind and body.

Head out for the great outdoors, drink in the magical scenery and enjoy the clean, fresh mountain and sea air, and return home feeling thoroughly satisfied and reinvigorated.

Arrival Day

5 pm – Arrival and settle in with some tea and cake

6 – 7pm – Meditation and yoga

7:30pm – Dinner, introductions and expectations

Accommodation

Your accommodation will be in the magnificent Coach house on the Plas Cadnant estate, accommodating up to 11 guests on two spacious floors with an impressive upstairs dining /sitting room with a large wood-burning stove.

The estate is located on 200 acres and surrounded by history, amazing gardens, and is known as a peaceful place to relax with a warm and friendly atmosphere.

By night, candles, incense and log fires create the perfect atmosphere. Its wonderfully comfortable beds, crisp white linen, fresh flowers, views over rolling parkland and piping hot power showers all make up the luxury and style of your weekend at this stunning country house.

Yoga and Hiking

7am – Depart to the base of Snowdon and enjoy a breakfast picnic on arrival

8am – 3pm – Enjoy a 5 hour walk on Snowdon with plenty of stops, snacks and leisure to take it all in.

4:30pm – Free time to relax, enjoy tea, cake and massages back at Plas Cadnant

6 – 7pm – Meditation and yoga class

7:30pm – Dinner

Accommodation

Cadnant Estate

A Last Hike and Departure Day

7:45am – Meditation and yoga class

9:15am – Breakfast

10:30am – 1pm – Guided walk

1:30pm – Lunch, and enjoy some free time before departure at 4pm.

What's included

Included

  • Two nights luxury accommodation with a shared bathroom
  • Three yoga and meditation sessions
  • Yoga equipment use – mats/blocks/props
  • Guided hike up Mount Snowdon
  • Guided coastal walk
  • Transport to and from your walks
  • Wholesome and vegetarian – breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Unlimited fruit, teas, coffee and water
  • Unlimited access to the 21 acres of stunning garden and grounds at Plas Cadnant with its river and plunge pool
  • The friendly host service of the team at the retreat throughout your stay
  • Linen, towels and toiletries are provided
Your local host

Laura Bell

Laura landed into yoga quite literally after being thrown out of a boat in Australia 11 years ago and landing with a broken back. After 3 months of rehabilitation, she was able to walk again but was told her passion of running was no longer an option and that yoga would be the best form of exercise to aid her recovery. As she started to practise yoga as a way to keep her back strong and pain free, her love of yoga was born. After training with David Swenson in Ashtanga yoga a new yogic way of life flourished.

From teaching weekly classes and workshops she soon realised that she wanted to give her students more. It was then that her retreats were born. She found a stunning location, taught the yoga, led the group on coastal walks and with the help of her mum cooked the meals. It was very much a family affair, with her sister helping out and carrying out the massages. But demand for the retreats grew and now have a team of like minded, caring women running the retreats throughout the year. Laura is still very much involved in the running of the retreats and will often be there to help set up, sometimes with a baby or toddler in tow!

Laura landed into yoga quite literally after being thrown out of a boat in Australia 11 years ago and landing with a broken back. After 3 months of rehabilitation, she was able to walk again but was told her passion of running was no longer an option and that yoga would be the best form of exercise to aid her recovery. As she started to practise yoga as a way to keep her back strong and pain free, her love of yoga was born. After training with David Swenson in Ashtanga yoga a new yogic way of life flourished.

From teaching weekly classes and workshops she soon realised that she wanted to give her students more. It was then that her retreats were born. She found a stunning location, taught the yoga, led the group on coastal walks and with the help of her mum cooked the meals. It was very much a family affair, with her sister helping out and carrying out the massages. But demand for the retreats grew and now have a team of like minded, caring women running the retreats throughout the year. Laura is still very much involved in the running of the retreats and will often be there to help set up, sometimes with a baby or toddler in tow!

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Location

Retreats take place at Plas Cadnant, a stylish, secluded country house on the Isle of Anglesey.

Nestled in 21 acres of private parkland, you’ll discover stunning views over Snowdonia, a meandering river, magical waterfalls, world renowned historic gardens, lazy meadows, mature woodland and a new oak framed building perfect for yoga sessions. Described as “one of the most amazing retreats on the Isle of Anglesey”.

The retreat is easily accessible by both train and car. The nearest station is Bangor, which links directly with London Euston. Exact directions will be provided on your booking voucher.

What our travellers are saying...

Amazing weekend! Magnificent yoga with the Wonderful Claire in the most beautiful of settings. Everyone so friendly and welcoming, food was also outstanding. The hidden Gardens are just a big bonus and the SUP was an experience I can’t wait to do again. The whole package was brilliant and one I’m sure my daughter and I will be repeating soon!

Joanne P

What an amazing weekend. Pure Yoga retreat was full of warmth, fun, learning, amazing food and wonderful people. The depth of knowledge delivered by Claire and Kate in all aspects of the yoga tradition was perfect and delivered in such a way as to be very accessible. Outstanding food by Michelle and all contained within the most serene location. Will be booking again...

Rob L

FAQs

What can I expect for the meals?

The retreat provides a delicious plant-based vegetarian menu – healthy picnic lunches at the swim locations and divine meals back at the house in the evening. Retreats avoid sugar, dairy, wheat and gluten where possible. Pukka and fresh herbal teas are plenty, along with a selection of fresh fruit and healthy cakes. You will not go hungry!

What level of fitness should I have for this retreat?

This retreat is perfect for all levels; small groups ensure everyone gets the support they need.

What's the age requirement?

The minimum age is 18, however some mothers and younger daughters have come together.

Who will my yoga teacher be?

August 28th-30th
Kate Hamilton-Hunter

Experiencing one of Kate’s yoga classes is a perfect opportunity to find the balance that you need in life. Kate Hamilton-Hunter has been teaching since 2013. She began studying Hatha yoga and then trained in Dru Yoga, which is a more flowing style of yoga. Kate responds to the different needs of the group and accommodates all levels of yoga experience in her classes.

Kate’s morning classes are more dynamic and energising, setting you up for the days activity. The evening classes will have a more restorative focus, with time for meditation, setting intentions and long nurturing relaxations. You will feel restored and revitalised from this retreats yoga sessions.

September 25th-27th
Claire Riley

For Claire yoga has been a lifelong passion. She has been practising for more than 40 years and has studied with many inspiring teachers in many different styles. She qualified to teach at Camyoga in Cambridge in 2015. Her regular style of yoga is Hatha Flow.

Each of her classes are carefully sequenced to safely align, stretch and strengthen the entire body on a physical level and to release tensions, emotional blockages and encourage the flow of energy on a subtle level. Expect a fairly intense experience but you are never pushed beyond your own limits. She gives modifications and progressions as required to suit your individual needs.

Can I share a twin room with another (female) solo traveller?

Yes, you can.

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