About

Meet YOUR HOSTS

Hayley Court

My favourite part of running retreats is seeing the change in our guests from when they arrive after a busy week feeling frazzled, to when they leave feeling relaxed and full of gratitude and joy.

My passion grew for yoga after suffering severe anxiety after having my second daughter. Yoga helps me get out of my busy head into my body, helping me to feel more relaxed and in control of my emotions.

I also enjoy hiking, cycling and dancing!

Forest Retreats

Forest Retreats, based at Hill Farm, Tintern, is a family business run by Hayley Court.

It has always been my dream to run our own tourism business, and in 2015, after I was made redundant, I saw an opportunity in the market for retreats in the local area. Since then, we have regularly run retreats in various locations, until in 2018 we were lucky enough to find the perfect location and purchased Hill Farm, Tintern, to convert into an Eco Retreat Centre.

Hayley runs Forest Retreats alongside her two daughters. Together with their two dogs, they love the outdoors and are passionate about environmental protection.

Hayley's two daughters at Forest Retreats.

Testimonials

Testimonial by A Happy Guest

I have just come away from a weekend retreat and it was absolutely brilliant. Hayley and team are fantastic hosts and couldn’t do enough for us. Hayley’s combination of Yin and Yang yoga, 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 Tracey

Beautiful place well worth a visit it's my third visit and I've never been disappointed It has helped my mental and physical health and changed my life, its helped me to deal with my emotional and mental issues. Hayley is an inspiration to all her yoga students and the food is amazing I have met many different people from all over the world, we are already planning our next visit after returning home today. I highly recommend a retreat at Hill farm.

Tracey

Retreat Guest

Testimonial by Alex

Had a fabulous day at Hill Farm. Felt relaxed and restored spending time forest bathing, reflecting and connecting. Beautiful surroundings and scrumptious food. Thank you Hayley for looking after us and giving us a day to remember. A wonderful experience that I would highly recommend.

Alex

Wellness day team member

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 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