Cotswold Wellbeing Retreats with Jo Fellows

Autumn Weekend Retreat: 4th to 6th October

Our Wellbeing Retreats at Notgrove Holidays are designed to nourish, awaken, heal and renew. Set on the idyllic 1,500 acre private Notgrove Estate in the beautiful Cotswold countryside, it’s the perfect place to reflect and unwind from the stresses and strains of everyday life.

Our retreats are limited to just 8 glamping pods (sleeping 1 or 2 people), to ensure that clients enjoy a truly personal experience.

Our two night/three day retreats are suitable for all abilities and include:

❖ Energising morning yoga

❖ A Prana Sanctuary Crystal Bowl Sound bath

❖ Yin Yoga & Yoga Nidra

❖ Group Reiki

❖ Qi Gong

❖ Nourishing local food

❖ Mindful countryside walk

All to be enjoyed while staying in the peaceful serenity of our cosy glamping pods.

❖ A Swedish massage and other treatments are also available on site at extra cost, please contact us for details.

Team Leader

Cotswold Yoga Retreat

Advanced Yoga teacher Jo Fellows will lead the retreat.

Jo believes that the roots of wellbeing can be found in nature and that following the years’ natural rhythms is not only best for the future of our planet, but is wonderful for our own wellbeing, too. For more information about Jo, do read her blog below and her latest article from Cotswold Life magazine.

Jo Fellows is an advanced yoga teacher (Yoga Alliance International), Qi Gong teacher, Reiki Master/teacher, sound therapist (Peter Hess Institute) and meditation teacher (BSoM). Her classes and treatments are designed to revitalise your spirit and restore balance to your mind and body.

Teaching with great sensitivity, compassion and care, Jo is committed to empowering anyone who is on their journey to seek themselves and their joy whether through yoga, qigong, reiki, sound or meditation.

Accommodation

Yoga retreat accommodation

Each person will stay in their own glamping pod (or share with a friend) with a lovely view over Notgrove and the surrounding countryside.
They are warm and cosy with a double bed (plus sofa bed if required), wet room with loo, galley kitchen, TV and relaxing seating area. All bedding and towels are included.

Catering

Yoga retreat Catering

You will also be fully catered for during the retreat with breakfast, lunch and dinner served at the lovely Nuttery Café in Notgrove village during your stay.

Wholesome and locally sourced nutritious food will be prepared and cooked each day by chef Darren and served at the Nuttery next to the studio where all your classes will be taking place.

Please do let Jo know if you have any special dietary requirements or allergies when booking.

Dates

Our next retreat is in October 2024.

If you are unable to make any of these dates, please email us at office@notgrove.com so we can put your name on the waiting list and send you details for future wellbeing retreats.

Pricing

The all-inclusive price includes your accommodation, linen, breakfast, lunch and dinner and all wellbeing sessions.

The only extras would be any drinks you order at the Nuttery Café.

Additional personal treatments (such as a massage), are available on request, and charged directly to yourself.

Price per person in October 2024        £585

If you’re happy to share a glamping pod, there’s a discount of £100 pp (there’s a double bed and double sofa bed available in each pod).  Sadly, the retreat is not suitable for guests to bring pets with them.

What to Bring

You will need to bring your own yoga mat, water bottle, a cushion and a blanket for yoga.

Also your wellies, or walking boots or trainers, warm and waterproof clothing for walking. Comfortable casual clothing, personal and overnight toiletries and essentials. Each glamping pod includes your own mini-kitchen with kettle and fridge, so you’re welcome to bring your favourite snacks or teas/coffees to enjoy between meals and before early sessions.

Location

Notgrove Holidays Yoga & Wellness Retreat will be held in the beautiful Cotswolds at:
Notgrove Holidays
Notgrove
Nr Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL54 3BT

Directions will be emailed to you with further details of the retreat once you have booked.

Sample Schedule

The relaxed program we have set for our retreats is designed to rejuvenate and destress you. All classes, and activities are optional – this retreat is just for you and your needs – and we’ve also included free time in the schedule to allow you to enjoy your time and relax.

Autumn Three Day Retreat Draft Schedule – 4th to 6th October

Day One – Friday:

Arrive from 3.30 pm to your pod
4.15 pm: Welcome & orientation
5.30 pm: Opening circle. Yin yoga & Yoga Nidra
7:00 pm: Dinner

Day Two – Saturday:

8-9.30 am: Morning practice & pranayama
9.30 am: Breakfast
Time to relax, walk or enjoy being in nature
10.45 am: Guided walk (weather permitting)
1:00 pm:  Intro to Qi Gong & 12 Rivers Practice
2:00 pm: Lunch
Time to relax
3.30-4.30 pm: Prana Sanctuary Crystal Bowl Sound Bath
7:00 pm: Dinner

Day Three – Sunday:

9.30-11.15 am: Practice & closing circle
11.15 am: Brunch at The Nuttery
Cheerio

Please note: This schedule outline above may be subject to change, depending upon the weather and other circumstances beyond our control.

Booking and Payment

To book, please complete the booking form below and book your place on our October 2024 retreat before 9th September and to avoid disappointment.

Questionnaire

Booking Information

Bookings close three weeks before the start of our retreats. Therefore, for June Retreat please book by 1 June 2024 and for October retreat please book by 9 September 2024.
I hereby agree to the following: 1. That I am participating in the Yoga & Wellness Retreat offered by Notgrove Holidays and Jo Fellows, during which I will receive information and instruction about yoga and health. I recognise that yoga requires physical exertion that may be strenuous and may cause physical injury, and I am fully aware of the risks and hazards involved. 2. I understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a physician prior to and regarding my participation in the Yoga & Wellness Retreat. I represent and warrant that I am physically fit and I have no medical conditions that would prevent my full participation in the Yoga & Wellness Retreat. 3. I understand that if I am pregnant, I will take necessary steps to ensure my doctor and healthcare providers know I am participating in this Yoga & Wellness Retreat. I assert that I am of fit health to participate in the Yoga & Wellness Retreat and will alert all Yoga Teachers and other practitioners whose sessions I participate in that I am are pregnant. 4. In consideration of being permitted to participate in the Yoga & Wellness Retreat, I agree to assume full responsibility for any risks, injuries or damages, known or unknown, which I might incur as a result of participating in the retreat, including any and all activities done with the Yoga & Wellness Retreat group, or as an individual with Notgrove Holidays or Jo Fellows. 5. In further consideration of being permitted to participate in the Yoga & Wellness Retreat, I knowingly, voluntarily and expressly waive any claim I may have against Notgrove Holidays and Jo Fellows and its staff for injury or damages that I may sustain as a result of participating in the retreat. I, my heirs and legal representatives forever release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue Notgrove Holidays, its staff, Jo Fellows and its staff for any injury or death caused by their negligence or other acts. 6. I have taken out my own personal travel insurance policy, which covers me for all losses and injury incurred on this trip. 7. CANCELLATION POLICY – If we have fewer than four confirmed bookings we will be forced to cancel the retreat and a full refund will be given. If Covid 19 Government Guidelines means we are unable to hold the retreat, we will reschedule for the next available dates. Any refunds will incur an admin fee of £30.Please see our website for our full cancellation policy details in our Terms & Conditions https://notgroveholidays.com/glamping-pods/
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Terms and Conditions

Notgrove Holidays Glamping Pods Accommodation terms and conditions are here

Cancellation Policy

If we have fewer than four confirmed bookings by 1st June 2024 for our June retreat and 19th September for our October retreat we will be forced to cancel the retreat and a full refund will be given or you can opt to transfer to our next retreat.  If a refund is required an admin fee of £30 will be payable. Please see our website for our full cancellation policy details in our Terms & Conditions