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Mindful yoga for wellbeing: Friday 19 to Sunday 21 March 2027

Join us for a weekend of mindful yoga, good food and time in nature as we welcome spring.

We’ll be staying at Velindre House, a beautiful eighteenth-century country house near Newcastle Emlyn in West Wales, designed by the Georgian architect John Nash, whose work also includes Buckingham Palace and Brighton’s Royal Pavilion.

Hidden at the end of a long drive and surrounded by five acres of gardens, woodland and meadow, it’s a peaceful place to slow down, switch off and enjoy the countryside.

Although it feels wonderfully secluded, Velindre House is around 4½ hours’ drive from London and is also accessible by public transport, with direct trains to Carmarthen followed by an hourly bus that stops outside the house.

There are just 11 guest places, creating a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Together we’ll enjoy yoga, walking, delicious home-cooked vegetarian meals, time outdoors and plenty of opportunity to rest.

There‘ll also be plenty of opportunities for good conversation over meals or by the fire if you’d like them. The weekend is designed to be simple, relaxed and welcoming. It’s a chance to enjoy nature, mindful movement and good company, and to return home feeling rested and refreshed.

The yoga is suitable for mixed abilities, including complete beginners. Sessions are steady and mindful, with a focus on moving well rather than stretching deeply.

We’ll explore good posture and alignment, moving with the breath, building strength, improving balance and finding ways of moving that feel steady and sustainable. The aim isn’t to do the most difficult poses but to move with greater ease, both on and off the mat.

On Friday evening there’s an optional introduction to mindful movement. We’ll explore how moving with the breath and focusing on posture rather than depth, as well as steadily building strength from the ground up, can support bone health and help us live well, whether you have normal bone density, osteopenia, osteoporosis or have never had your bone density checked.

During free time you might wander through the gardens, take a kayak out on the lake, enjoy the wood-fired sauna, visit the nearby village or curl up with a book and a cup of tea. There’s also a well-tuned piano and musical instruments if anyone feels like playing.

For anyone who enjoys walking, Ollie, the house’s gardener, forager and site manager, will lead a 90-minute guided nature walk, introducing us to the surrounding countryside, including rivers, waterfalls and local wildlife. There’s also a beautiful riverside walk just a five-minute drive away that can easily be explored independently.

Weekend programme

The outline below gives a sense of the weekend. Timings may change slightly as we finalise things.

The weekend is designed to be restorative rather than prescriptive. You’re welcome to join every yoga session or simply go with the flow.

Some guests may attend every session, while others may choose just a few, making time to relax, explore the grounds or unwind in the sauna. You’re encouraged to listen to your body and enjoy the weekend at your own pace.

Friday

4.00pm
Arrival, drinks and time to settle in.

6.00pm
Optional introduction to mindful yoga for living well.

6.30pm: Grounding (Earth)
A gentle practice to help us arrive, settle in and ease into the weekend.

8.30pm
Freshly prepared two-course vegetarian dinner cooked by Sarah, our host.

Saturday

Help-yourself breakfast before or after yoga.

8.00am: Flowing (Water)
A gentle morning practice to awaken body and mind.

10.00am
Guided nature walk with Ollie, or free time to explore independently.

12.00pm: Growing (Fire)
A steadier practice to build strength, stability and confidence.

1.45pm
Freshly prepared vegetarian lunch with tea and coffee.

Free time

Spend time in the gardens and surrounding countryside, take a kayak onto the lake, enjoy the wood-fired sauna, make some music, visit the local village or relax and unwind.

6.30pm: Ease (Air)
A calming evening practice to help you unwind before dinner.

8.30pm
Freshly prepared two-course vegetarian dinner.

Sunday

Help-yourself breakfast before or after yoga.

8.00am: Stillness (Space)
A quieter practice to begin the final day.

Free time

Enjoy one last walk, relax in the sauna, paddle on the lake or simply unwind before our final session.

12.00pm: Integration
Our final practice brings together the themes of the weekend before we head home.

1.45pm
Freshly prepared vegetarian lunch with tea and coffee.

3.00pm
Home time.

Bedrooms & prices

There are 11 guest places across five shared bedrooms, helping to create a relaxed and personal atmosphere. If you’re booking with a friend or partner and would prefer to share with them, please let me know when booking.

Bedroom 1

• Sleeps 2 (either in own beds or shared double bed)
• One double bed and one sofa bed
• £395 per person.

Bedroom 2

• Sleeps 4 (in own beds)
• One double bed and three single beds
• £375 per person.

Bedroom 3

• Sleeps 1
• One small double bed
• £409.

Bedroom 4

• Sleeps 2 (either in own beds or shared double bed)
• One small double bed and one single bed
• £395 per person.

Bedroom 5

• Sleeps 2 (either in own beds or shared double bed)
• One small double bed and one floor mattress
• £395 per person.

Practical information

Bathrooms: Three full bathrooms, a separate WC and an outdoor shower.

Parking: Space for up to seven cars in the yard, with additional free unrestricted parking in the village a short walk away.

Arrival: We recommend arriving between 4.00pm and 5.00pm, or otherwise before dinner if possible. Please arrive no later than 9.30pm.

Home time: Please plan to leave by 3.00pm on Sunday.

What to bring: Comfortable clothing for yoga and walking, outdoor footwear, swimwear for the sauna and a water bottle.

Yoga equipment: Mats and props are provided, although you’re welcome to bring your own.

Dietary requirements: Vegan and medical dietary requirements can usually be accommodated with advance notice.

What’s included?

• Two nights’ accommodation
• Six mindful yoga sessions
• Optional introduction to mindful yoga for living and ageing well
• Guided nature walk with Ollie
• Two vegetarian dinners, two lunches and help-yourself breakfasts
• Tea, coffee and refreshments
• Yoga mats and props
• Use of the sauna, kayaks, gardens and grounds
• Plenty of free time to enjoy the house and countryside.

Optional extras

Additional wellbeing treatments or activities, such as massage, may be available for an additional cost. If these are on offer, details will be sent before you arrive so you can book in advance.

Reserve your place

We hope you’ll leave feeling rested and refreshed, with happy memories of time spent in beautiful surroundings, enjoying good food, nature and company.

Places are limited to 11 guests, so early booking is recommended.

To reserve your place, a £100 non-refundable deposit is payable when booking.

The remaining balance is payable in two instalments:

• 50% of the remaining balance by 1 November 2026
• The final 50% by 1 February 2027

If you have any questions about the weekend, accommodation or whether it would be suitable for you, please get in touch.