About The Retreat
On this retreat you’ll be discovering amazing wild swimming locations of the Lake District, before relaxing in complete luxury where your every wish will be catered for. The whole retreat will allow you to fully switch off and recharge in the most stunning of locations. Highlights include: ✨ Expert swimming guidance from the fabulous Gilly McArthur in some of the Lake District’s most beautiful wild swimming locations ✨ Unlimited access to Lake Windermere, diving into the crisp, clear waters, washing away all worries and stress at any time day or night ✨ Diving deeper into the concept of cold water swimming in your own skin. ✨ Warming up with herbal teas and wholesome cake post swim, whilst taking in the beauty of your surroundings ✨ Relaxing in a majestic Georgian manor house with its own lake frontage ✨ A variety of daily yoga sessions from energising morning practises to relaxing, meditative sessions in the evening ✨ Healthy, plant based, delicious meals made fresh for you each and every day ✨ Time to soak up the late summer sun in the beautiful gardens with panoramic views of Lake Windermere Everyone is welcome, so solo travellers, couples and friends come and be as active or relaxed as you like on this unique wild swimming retreat.
Itinerary
1Day 1
3:00PM - 5:00PM
Arrivals, tea & cake
5:00PM - 6:00PM
Meditation & yoga class
6:30PM - 8:00PM
Dinner, introduction to the weekend & each other
2Day 2
6:45AM - 8:15AM
Meditation & yoga class
8:15AM - 9:30AM
Breakfast
9:30AM - 10:00AM
Safety briefing & kit distribution
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Guided wild swim
12:00PM - 1:30PM
Lunch
1:30PM - 4:00PM
Free time to relax & massages
5:00PM - 6:00PM
Meditation & yoga class
6:30PM - 8:00PM
Dinner
3Day 3
6:45AM - 8:15AM
Meditation & yoga class
8:15AM - 9:30AM
Breakfast
9:30AM - 10:00AM
Safety briefing & kit distribution
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Guided wild swim
12:00PM - 1:30PM
Lunch
1:30PM - 4:00PM
Free time to relax & massages
5:00PM - 6:00PM
Meditation & yoga class
6:30PM - 8:00PM
Dinner
4Day 4
6:45AM - 7:45AM
Meditation & yoga class
7:45AM - 9:00AM
Breakfast
9:00AM - 10:00AM
Departures
What’s Included
Luxury accommodation with en-suite bathroom
Daily yoga and meditation sessions
Yoga equipment – mats/blocks/props
Daily unlimited wild swimming
Guided wild swim sessions
Transport to and from activity locations
Breakfast, lunch and two course evening meal, all vegetarian and plant based
Unlimited fruit, organic teas, coffee and fruit water
Linen, towels, shampoo and conditioner
The friendly host service of the retreat team throughout your stay
Not Included
Travel to and from the retreat
Travel insurance
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I come as a beginner?
This retreat is suitable for all levels of swimming ability and yoga experience
How do I get from the train station to the venue?
The nearest station is Oxenholme with direct train links to London, taking just 3 hours from London Euston. Silverholme is situated a 30 min taxi ride from the station. Local taxi firms: Lakes Taxis 015394 46777 – Windermere Taxis 015394 44144
Reviews
Tricia
September 2023
I had a wonderful time in the most beautiful and impressive surroundings. I would love to come again one day for another spectacular retreat.
Jules
September 2022
It was all so good...I wanted to experience a sense of peace and practice yoga with like minded people You totally delivered on all my expectations thank you for that
