Forest Retreats | Wellness & Wellbeing in Nature
A magical location overlooking the Wye Valley
Welcome to Forest Retreats, based at Hill Farm Tintern. We are an eco-retreat centre overlooking The Wye Valley, nestled in the forest and immersed in nature. We run our own Guardian recommended yoga and wellbeing retreats, yoga classes and corporate wellness days; as well as hosting other retreats and training.
Hayley and Tom
in the Guardian
Forest Retreats
We run our own yoga and wellbeing retreats as well as hosting a mixture of other retreats and training run by other companies. Forest Retreats have been established since 2015 and recommended by The Guardian as one of the best spa and wellbeing holidays.
Explore Our Retreats
Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku)
The Japanese art of forest bathing called “Shinrin Yoku” is a meditative practice designed to reduce stress and promote relaxation (amongst many other benefits!). Forest Retreats co-owner Tom leads individuals and groups in our ancient healing woodlands of our eco-retreat centre at Hill Farm, Tintern.
Forest Bathing Info
Retreat Spotlight
(4 - 6pm) Deeply restorative Autumnally themed Yin practice, you will be held in sound and deep healing vibrations from Tibetan bowls, crystal bowls, gongs and chimes.
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Christmas Joy Retreat
Sunday 01 December 2024
One day
Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku), Locally Sourced Food, Spa, YogaTreat yourself to a day of relaxation and restoration during the busy Christmas season. Nurture your wellbeing on a day eco-retreat at Hill Farm, Tintern. A three course lunch is included, with locally sourced food, and all dietary requirements are catered for.
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Embrace the new year and prepare for a positive and healthy 2025! Nurture your wellbeing on a day eco-retreat at Hill Farm, Tintern. A three course lunch is included, with locally sourced food, and all dietary requirements are catered for.
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Day Yoga and Wellbeing Retreat
Saturday 15 March 2025
One day
Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku), Locally Sourced Food, Spa, YogaTake time out to retreat to the forest and nurture your wellbeing on a day eco-retreat at Hill Farm, Tintern. Get back to nature and immerse yourself in our peaceful surroundings with a yoga session and an introduction to Shinrin Yoku (forest bathing) in the beautiful woodlands at Hill Farm. A vegetarian lunch is included, with locally sourced food, and all dietary requirements are catered for.
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Spring Awakening Yoga and Wellbeing Retreat
Friday 11 April 2025
2 nights
Holistic Therapies, Sound Healing, Spa, Vegetarian, YogaRecommended as one of The Guardian’s top 10 wellbeing retreats in the UK, you will be looked after by experienced eco-retreat hosts Tom and Hayley Court who established Forest Retreats in 2015. Your weekend will include daily yoga and meditation sessions, Shinrin Yoku (Forest Bathing) and an opportunity to enjoy our outdoor Eco-Spa. Optional treatments are also available.
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‘Soothe to Soul’ Luxury Spanish Retreat
Wednesday 14 May 2025
5 nights
Holistic Therapies, Locally Sourced Food, YogaRetreat to the sunshine and enjoy twice daily yoga classes in the beautiful Spanish countryside, in between time spent relaxing by the pool or playing a game of tennis – or even a workout in the on-site gym.
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Family Retreat
Monday 11 August 2025
3 nights
Breathwork, Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku), Hot Tub, Locally Sourced Food, Pizza, Sauna, Spa, YogaRetreat to the forest with your family this August for a special family-focused retreat at Hill Farm, Tintern.Enjoy our range of activities with your family that focus on connecting you as family and connecting you to nature.
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Autumn Yoga and Wellbeing Retreat
Friday 12 September 2025
2 nights
Holistic Therapies, Sound Healing, Spa, Vegetarian, YogaRecommended as one of The Guardian’s top 10 wellbeing retreats in the UK, you will be looked after by experienced eco-retreat hosts Tom and Hayley Court who established Forest Retreats in 2015. Your weekend will include daily yoga and meditation sessions and an opportunity to enjoy our outdoor Eco-Spa. Optional treatments are also available.
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Venue Hire
Looking for a venue to run your own woodland retreat or training? Our eco-retreat centre located at Hill Farm, Tintern is nestled in nature with spectacular views over The Wye Valley.
Venue Hire Info
Hosted at Hill Farm
As well as our own Forest Retreats, Hill Farm is host to retreats run by other wellbeing practitioners and organisations. We list their retreats along-side our own on our retreat calendar page.
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Corporate Wellness Retreats
Teams who retreat together perform better together. Check out our bespoke corporate wellness days designed to help teams de-stress and connect.
Corporate Retreats Info
Wellness - Yoga & Massage
Nurture your well-being all year round. Hayley leads regular yoga classes at Hill Farm, Tintern, both in person and by zoom. Hayley is also a fully qualified massage therapist, offering holistic massages to ease tension and promote relaxation.
