Half-day Retreat: Yoga, Massage, Aroma + Herbs

Indulge in an afternoon of deep relaxation and nervous system repair this spring, and come away feel truly rested and restored.

This nourishing 3-hour wellbeing experience blends guided relaxation and restorative yoga with aromatherapy massage, a tea and aromatherapy blending workshop, herbal medicine and gorgeous sweet treats.

A blissful combination!

Your hosts Marianne (Marianne Swift Yoga) and Ellen (AmberLuna Apothecary) welcome you to Yogasara in Montpelier for this mini half-day retreat.

You'll cosy up with yoga blankets and bolsters, and enjoy herbal teas and therapeutic aroma - blended by you - and tasty treats throughout the experience.

What to expect:

  • Co-creating a therapeutic, calming aromatherapy blend
  • Blend your own (and taste) reviving spring herbal teas and yummy treats
  • Nourish your mind and body with a juicy restorative yoga session
  • Enjoy a restful guided Yoga Nidra relaxation
  • Experience healing aromatherapy massage

Take this opportunity to rest on a very deep level. Come along on a solo date - or with loved ones. This experience will indulge your senses throughout, and you'll leave feeling calm and lighter than before.

Participants are encouraged to bring anything that makes them cosy and comfortable. Mats, blankets and bolsters will be available on the day, but feel free to bring jumpers, socks and more. You'll also need to wear layers which allow access to your shoulders, neck and upper arms for the massage section of the experience (and perhaps something you wouldn't mind getting oily!)

Age restrictions: 18+

Adult (Adult, full price) Β£65
Concession (Low income option; limited spaces available) Β£55
Group Ticket (Come with 2 friends and save 10%!) Β£175

Available dates

Sorry, there are currently no dates available

The good news is that we’re expecting more to be added really soon!

Want to be the first to find out when new dates are released? Register below to notify the host of your interest

What people are saying

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Jessica Martin
Mar 2023

An absolutely brilliant retreat - I might even go so far as to say life changing!

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Jane Charlton
Mar 2023

I didn't realise how 'busy' my mind was until I got to the end of this 2.5 hr retreat and felt co...

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Ioanna Angeli
Mar 2023

Amazing experience!

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Lauren Fletcher
Dec 2022

really relaxing and enjoyable afternoon, knowledgeable hosts who were so kind and friendly.

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How to get there

Facilities

  • Refreshments available
  • Toilets

COVID-19 guidelines

Please don't come to the event if you have any COVID-19, cold or flu symptoms, for the health and wellbeing of all attendees.

On the day

  • Mats, blankets and bolsters available
  • Bring extra layers
  • Wear clothing that allows access to your shoulders, neck and upper arms for massage (ones you don't mind getting a little oily)
  • Let us know in advance if you have a health condition, allergies or are pregnant - this is for your safety and wellbeing.
  • This workshop has a focus on massage and therapeutic touch, and is a key part of the experience, so it might not be for you if you prefer not to be massaged.

Changes happen, don't worry

How to change dates
Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 7 days before your experience.
How to get a refund
Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 7 days before your experience.
Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. Please note that Yuup gift cards are valid for redemption for 12 months, and if not redeemed by this date, you will get a Yuup credit added to your Yuup account equivalent to the unspent value of the Yuup gift card less a Yuup administration fee of 20%.

You'll be hosted by

Ellen Rowland (She/Her)

Ellen is an experienced Medical Herbalist, clinical Aromatherapist, Massage Practitioner and founder of AmberLuna Apothecary.

She is also a forager, cook, and general lover of nature and being outdoors.

She is an advocate for neurodivergent health and wellbeing, and a firm believer in connection with plants and learning as a tool for self-development and improving health.

She has a strong focus on mental health, the nervous system, and science-backed holistic therapies that empower people to feel and live well with Herbs.

Marianne Swift (She/Her)

Marianne Swift is an experienced Yoga practitioner and psychotherapist based in East Bristol.

Her love for yoga revolves around relationship with ourselves, and with others. Endlessly curious about movement, she is passionate about the benefits of yoga for both our physiology and our minds. Through her practice and teaching, she explores how playful, accessible and mindful movement boosts our overall wellbeing and can help improve our mental health.

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Available dates

Sorry, there are currently no dates available

The good news is that we’re expecting more to be added really soon!

Want to be the first to find out when new dates are released? Register below to notify the host of your interest