Forest Retreats | Wellness & Wellbeing in Nature

Refresh & Restore Your Soul

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

As Featured
in the Guardian

Forest Retreats featured in The Guardian February 2024

Guardian Article featuring Forest Retreats

Testimonials

Testimonial by Linda

I first met Hayley two years ago when she did a yoga class in Monmouth. Have maintained seeing Hayley on zoom throughout the pandemic. Her enthusiasm & charm and expertise has been much appreciated throughout a very difficult time. I always look forward to classes.

Linda

Simply Yoga Student

Testimonial by Lindsey Honour

I started zoom yoga with Hayley at the beginning of (the first) lockdown and I’m so grateful for the time I’ve spent with her and a lovely group of people on the mat since! Hayley puts so much thought and energy into her classes, shaping them around a different theme each week, sharing inspiring thoughts and ideas, introducing us to new practises, and always bringing the fun and positive vibes – and that’s on top of all the amazing benefits of yoga which I’ve only properly understood through her teaching. I feel happy and calm in body and spirit after every class – would recommend to anyone who wants to fell the same! Thank you Hayley!

Lindsey Honour

Simply Yoga Student

Testimonial by Alison

Hayley’s yoga classes have been an enormous help both physically and mentally during these difficult times. I always come away feeling more relaxed, calm and positive and my flexibility has definitely improved. Hayley is a wonderful teacher and has created a lovely, supportive online yoga community which I am so pleased to be a part of.

Alison

Simply Yoga Student

Testimonial by A Happy Guest

I have just come away from a weekend retreat and it was absolutely brilliant. Hayley and Tom are fantastic hosts and couldn’t do enough for us. Hayley’s combination of Yin and Yang yoga, Tom’s forest bathing, and nourishing, tasty veggie food, the eco spa and yurt created the perfect blend of relaxation and fun throughout the weekend. The gong bath and massage were also wonderful additions. Thanks so much!

A Happy Guest

Retreat Guest

Testimonial by Nicola

Everyone had a really lovely time; you provide the best of team days and we are so grateful to both you and Tom. We have zero doubts that we will be back!!

Nicola

NHS Manager

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.

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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.

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Retreat Spotlight

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New Year Day Retreat
Sunday 12 January 2025
One day
Locally Sourced Food, Spa, Yoga
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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Yin and Sound with Hayley and Sam
Sunday 26 January 2025
One day
Sound Healing, Yoga
Come and set your intentions with the first new moon of 2025 with yin and restorative yoga and a healing sound bath.
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Day Yoga and Wellbeing Retreat
Saturday 08 March 2025
One day
Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku), Locally Sourced Food, Spa, Yoga
Take 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, Yoga
Recommended 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, Yoga
Retreat 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, Yoga
Retreat 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, Yoga
Recommended 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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Forest Coastal Escape
Friday 26 September 2025
3 nights
Holistic Therapies, Hot Tub, Meditation, Sauna, Yoga
Retreat to the coast to practice yoga, relax and rejuvenate, breathe in the sea air and eat delicious nourishing food.
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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.

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Forest Retreats guests enjoying an evening session in the hot tub

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

Team building in the beautiful woodland at Forest Retreats, Hill Farm, Tintern

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.

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