United Kingdom·6 - 9 March 2023
The route to wellness in the heart of West Sussex
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A three-day wellness retreat for groups of up to 10 guests in luxury accommodation in the heart of West Sussex. Offering a programme of exercise and treatments which can be tailored to your individual requirements, our highly trained and experienced instructors, therapists and catering team will challenge you, relax you and leave you feeling nourished and reinvigorated.
You will have completed a pre-treatment questionnaire in advance and will have a brief pre-treatment consultation on the day with your therapist to discuss your chosen treatment and any health issues.
You will enjoy a 60 minute individual massage treatment/90 minute reflexology treatment with your therapist in the luxury and serenity of Walnut Studio - candle lit, with gentle background music.
Time to relax, reflect on how you feel, take some refreshment.
A gentle 30-minute Yoga Nidra practice, then lie back, relax and let the sound wash over you as Camilla, our sound therapist, plays an array of instruments specifically chosen to arouse the senses and emotions from deep within.
Our highly qualified and experienced wellness instructors will share their knowledge and experience with you...
Meet the Walnut Studio team of wellness instructors & therapists
Hatha yoga - Vinyasa flow yoga – Yin yoga –restorative yoga (pre and post natal) - Pilates
I am a highly experienced and qualified Hatha yoga and Pilates teacher, personal trainer and group fitness instructor, with 30 years of teaching experience. My passion is to inspire people to improve their fitness and wellbeing and to lead them to commit to long-term health and postural improvement through yoga and Pilates.
My Pilates sessions are based on functional movement, postural correction, core strengthening and stretching through the use of bands, balls, light weights, foam rollers and tennis balls.
I am a BSY trained Hatha yoga teacher, teaching vinyasa flow, yin yoga, pre- & post-natal and restorative yoga.
Vinyasa flow yoga – Yin Yoga – Blend Yoga – Yoga Nidra – Pilates
Yoga came into my life at the age of 15 – a time when I felt lost and confused about life and my place in it. My yoga teacher then became my mentor and guided me through 5 years of training and practice before allowing me to take over some classes – and I have been training and teaching ever since. In the meantime, I have taken further qualifications including pre- and post- natal pilates, yin yoga, Swedish and deep-tissue massage.
I am passionate about teaching and introducing people of all ages and fitness levels to the joy of movement and its benefits, both physical and mental.
Vinyasa flow yoga – Yin Yoga – Restorative Yoga – Hatha Yoga
I discovered yoga 10 years ago whilst looking to help stretch out after other sporting activities but immediately discovered something so much more meaningful. I soon realised yoga’s power to help the body and calm the mind and very quickly it became the most important part of my recreational life.
I teach many different groups and abilities offering various styles of yoga including Hatha, vinyasa flow, restorative and stretch-based conditioning. My approach to yoga is focused on building strength and flexibility of the body, relaxation and release, and I take enormous pleasure in sharing my knowledge helping people to experience the rewards that a regular practice can achieve.
Clinical, deep-tissue, sports massage
I am a highly experienced massage therapist with over 30 years of experience. I am passionate about the physical and therapeutic benefits that massage can bring to my clients. I take a holistic and empathetic approach, using a fusion of Eastern and Western massage techniques. I then adapt them specifically to meet the client’s needs, whether relaxing/pampering, deep tissue/sports massage, or clinical massage for a more specific issue.
I began my career working at Ragdale Hall for five years. I went on to set up my own business whilst also teaching Beauty Therapy at Chichester College.
I then progressed to take a three-year degree in Advanced Clinical and Sports massage, gaining a BTEC Level 6 Diploma. I regularly attend training courses to update and expand and my skills.
Aromatherapy massage
I am proud to be fully qualified in Aromatherapy and Body Massage (Level 3 Diploma in each), accredited by the Federation of Holistic Therapists.
Complementary therapies form an important part of the holistic self-care picture and I thoroughly enjoy and believe in the benefits that massage and aromatherapy can bring. I pride myself in my excellent customer service skills, high standards and technical skills that inspire trust and confidence in my clients.
I offer body massage (without the use of essential oils) and aromatherapy massage. All the essential oils I use in my aromatherapy treatments are produced by Tisserand sourcing 100% natural, pure essential oils.
Reflexology
I first came across Reflexology when I was pregnant with my first child. Like many new mums, I was quite overwhelmed with all the changes that were taking place with my body. Reflexology had such a calming, relaxing and positive effect on me that I decided to start my journey to train and become a Reflexologist and I'm so glad I did! I am delighted to be part of the Walnut Studio Therapists Team. For the past 7years, I have been a practising therapist in Clinics in West Sussex and I am very passionate and love what I do. To this day, I continue to be fascinated by reflexology and the results it brings. It will be lovely to meet you and be able treat you in such beautiful surroundings.
Sound therapy including sound bath
I qualified as a Group Sound Therapist Practitioner in 2018 at The British Academy of Sound Therapy and have certificates in Reiki, Spiritual Life Coaching and Trauma Awareness.
I am committed to my ongoing development in the field of sound therapy which includes working within a Shamanic community and foundation based in Bahia, Brazil.
Sound baths are a powerful tool that I use to slow the brain waves and enable us to become more connected and receptive to ourselves, each other and the environment surrounding us. Sound frequencies and vibrations are at the heart of how we experience everything.
2.00pm - check-in, tour of the properties, grounds and facilities 3.00pm - afternoon tea in Walnut Barn, then unpack and settle in to your rooms 5.00pm - 90-minute group session of Hatha and restorative yoga in Walnut Studio - refreshments. 7.00pm - supper in Walnut Barn
8.00am - 90-minute group Rise & Shine dynamic yoga flow in Walnut Studio - refreshments. 10.30am - brunch in Walnut Barn From 12.00pm - individual treatments in Walnut Studio, or time to relax, reflect, explore, enjoy the hot-tub 3.00pm - afternoon tea in Walnut Barn From 5.00pm - optional extra 120-minute group yoga session/workshop 7.30pm - supper in Walnut Barn
8.00am - 90-minute group Rise & Shine dynamic yoga flow in Walnut Studio - refreshments. 10.30am - brunch in Walnut Barn From 12.00pm - individual treatments in Walnut Studio or time to relax, reflect, explore, enjoy the hot-tub. 3.00pm - afternoon tea in Walnut Barn. 6.00pm - supper in Walnut Barn 8.00pm - 30 minute group yoga Nidra session moving into a 90-minute group sound bath experience in Walnut Studio
8.00am - 90-minute group Rise & Shine dynamic yoga flow in Walnut Studio - refreshments. 10.30am - brunch in Walnut Barn 12.00pm - farewells
5 bedrooms: 4 with king-size double beds, 1 with twin beds.
1 ensuite to ground floor double bedroom with french doors onto the garden, with roll-top bath, walk-in shower, wc and basin.
2 family bathrooms: 1 on the ground floor, 1 on the 1st floor - each with bath, walk-in shower, wc and basin.
Family sitting room with SKY TV, DVD player, surround-sound system, hifi, french door onto courtyard garden.
Farmhouse style kitchen/dining area with large refectory dining table which seats 10 comfortably. Well-stocked & equipped kitchen.
Central hallway beneath galleried landing with quiet seating area overlooking the courtyard garden.
Laundry facilities - washing machine, tumble dryer, iron & ironing board
Terrace with table and chairs accessed via french door from sitting room.
Courtyard garden with Walnut tree at the centre, mature shrubs and specimen trees around. Garden lighting at night.
WIFI
Courtyard parking
2 bedrooms: 1 with king-size double bed, 1 with twin beds.
2 ensuites: 1 with bath with shower over, wc and basin, 1 with walk-in shower, wc and basin.
Sitting room with Sky TV, dining area, sofas, coffee table
Kitchen - fully fitted and well-stocked.
Utility room - laundry facilities - washing machine, tumble dryer, iron & ironing board, additional fridge/freezer space
Garden to rear - raised beds with mature shrubs and flowers, raised terrace with table and seating - garden lighting at night.
Courtyard parking.
WIFI
1 bedroom: 1 king-size double bed
1 ensuite: walk-in shower, wc and basin
Kitchen - large area, well equipped & stocked.
Living/dining area/studio - large, flexible use area for dining, living space and use for wellness activities during retreats.
Outside - herb garden, shrubs, courtyard parking.
Exclusive use of our luxury properties Walnut Barn, Walnut Cottage & Walnut Studio, their grounds and facilities
Afternoon tea on arrival - Sussex cream teas, homemade cakes, a glass of alcohol-free Prosecco
Fresh, healthy & nutritious food & non-alcoholic drinks provided - dietary requirements catered for
Teas, coffee, water, juices & healthy/nutritious snacks available throughout
6 hours of yoga of the style and level to suit the retreat group in Walnut Studio
One 60-minute individual massage treatment of your choice (aromatherapy, Swedish, sports, deep-tissue, clinical) or 90 minutes of reflexology by our therapists in Walnut Studio.
One 30-minute session of yoga nidra moving into a 90-minute group sound bath experience at the end of the day in Walnut Studio
Our bathrooms contain Cole & Lewis products for your use during your retreat: body wash, shampoo, conditioner, handwash, hand & body lotion. Bath, hand towels & bathrobes provided.
Wifi, SKY satellite TV/Netflix/Amazon Prime/You Tube
An eight-person hot-tub available for your use
Fire pit
Additional yoga or Pilates sessions can be booked subject to additional charges
Alcoholic beverages
Extra massage sessions
PRICE$127.05/pp
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Extra group yoga sessions
PRICE$46.81/pp
PRICE$160.49/pp
We will send PAR Q, Pre-treatment and Dietary Requirement Questionnaires to all guests attending the retreat for them to complete and return in advance by a specified date.
These will cover medical history, physical condition, dietary related issues (allergies, intolerances etc.) and details of yoga experience and level.
This information will be reviewed by our wellness instructors and therapists in advance of the retreat.
If there are any issues arising from the questionnaires, our wellness instructors/therapists will make contact to discuss the issue and how it may be dealt with on the retreat.
If, in the opinion of our wellness instructors and therapists, a guest is not fit to participate in the retreat, we will advise accordingly and request that they cancel their reservation immediately.
We will tailor our yoga practices to suit the individual needs, level and intensity based on the information provided by guests to ensure the experience appropriate for all in the group.
We can arrange additional yoga sessions or therapies for you subject to the availability of our instructors and therapists at the relevant time(s) in the retreat programme. These will be chargeable extras. They can be booked and paid for in advance to increase chances of availability or booked and paid for on retreat.
A balanced diet of fresh, healthy and nutritious food will be produced by our catering team on-site.
Details of dietary requirements (vegan, vegetarian, dairy free etc), food intolerances and preferences will be requested on a dietary information sheet issued upon reservation.
Brunch will be served after the morning activity session from 10.30am
Afternoon tea will be served from 3.00pm
Supper will served at a time to suit the evening programme.
Fresh fruit and healthy, nutritious snacks will be available throughout.
Teas*, coffee*, water and juices will be available throughout
(*caffeinated and decaffeinated)
Alcoholic beverages will not be included as part off your three-day retreat. That said, we do not object to guests bringing with them and consuming a modest amount of alcohol which will not detract from their enjoyment or the enjoyment of others of the retreat experience.
You can arrive at the properties by car. There is secure, courtyard parking on the premises.
If you do not drive, you could arrive by train at Horsham train station (55 minutes from London Victoria) and then take a taxi from the station to Walnut Studio (5 minute ride).
Please note, there are no buses which run in the vicinity of the property.
You can retire to your room or any of the sitting areas at any time to relax and unwind.
An eight-person hot-tub will be available for your use throughout the retreat between the hours of 8am and 10pm.
Alternatively, Walnut Barn has a beautiful courtyard garden with Walnut tree in the centre and mature shrubs and specimen trees around. There is a terrace with table and chairs where you can sit, read a book, have a coffee etc, if not, sit under the Walnut tree or rest on the lawn.
Walnut Cottage has its own garden to the rear with raised beds with mature shrubs and flowers and a raised terrace with seating.
Both garden areas have garden lighting at night.
There is a lot of surrounding countryside and an abundance of good walks from the properties.
Each property has a sitting room area with SKY TV or Freesat TV or Netflix /Amazon Prime.
If you are feeling unwell at any point during the retreat, you should bring this to the attention of one of the Wellness team at the earliest opportunity. They will assist as appropriate and be able to give you details of local pharmacies, GP surgeries, hospitals etc. If you are unable to drive due to illness, a member of our Wellness team will assist by calling a taxi to take you to the appropriate place for medical assistance or, in the event of an emergency, call an ambulance to take you to A&E. You will be responsible for meeting all costs arising from your illness.
We are unable to reimburse for missed wellness activities, treatments, meals etc. due to illness/early departure from the retreat.
We stock a beautiful range of Spongelee products for men, women and children. These are on display in the cabinet in the entrance lobby of Walnut Barn.
We also stock a lovely selection of Eve Taylor candles which are used in aromatherapy.
These products are available to purchase during the retreat. They are lovely to have for yourself or make perfect gifts for others. Contact Julian for details.
Fluffy white bath towels, hand towels, towelling robes, bath mats are all provided for each guest.
Cole & Lewis bathroom products are provided in all of the bathrooms for the enjoyment of guests - energising Bergamot & Lemongrass body wash, shampoo, conditioner, hand wash, hand & body lotion. These are not to be removed.
An eight person hot-tub will be available for your use throughout the retreat. Green hot-tub towels will be provided. Guests may use their towelling robes to go to and from the hot-tub, but are kindly requested not to take their white bath towels outdoors for hot-tub use.
A firepit is available in the courtyard. This may be lit by guests to enjoy sitting around. Kindling, matches, logs are provided.