Church Houses Weekend Retreat

Mindfulness in the Heart of Nature – A Restorative Retreat in Farndale.

Join us for a deeply nourishing retreat set in the breathtaking village of Church Houses, Farndale, nestled in the stunning Yorkshire countryside.

Surrounded by rolling hills, ancient woodland, and the serene beauty of the North York Moors, this is a space to step away from the noise and reconnect with yourself. Over the course of this retreat, we’ll explore mindfulness as a way of living—practicing not only in stillness, but in motion, creativity, and connection.

Each day will offer a rich blend of guided meditations, nature walks, and sound healing, alongside the gentle rhythm of mindful mandala painting and quiet time for reflection and rest. Whether you’re looking to deepen your mindfulness practice or simply need space to pause and breathe, this retreat offers a sanctuary of calm and clarity.

Come and be held by the land, the practice, and the peaceful presence of a like-hearted group. Leave feeling grounded, inspired, and more at home in yourself.

The itinerary looks like this:

Friday 12th June:

11am – intros / welcomes/reflections / intention-setting

12.30 lunch1.30 Karen leads a mindfulness workshop

3.30pm Sound bath and meditation

5pm closing thoughts for the day

Saturday 13th June:

10am – 12pm Mindful mandala painting/short sound bath

12.30 lunch

2pm mindful walk and outdoor meditation

4pm sound bath

5pm closing thoughts for the day

Sunday 14th:

10am Karen / Angela lead a sharing & meditation circle

11am Sound bath

12pm closing thoughts and farewells