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 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 Laura Aiken

Beautiful, nurturing and restorative. Hill Farm has a wonderful grounding energy and is a wonderful place to stay. I love staying here and have held two retreats here and always get fantastic reviews from my guests. Hayley and team are fantastic hosts and I’ll be back for many years to come

Laura Aiken

Laura Aiken Retreats

Testimonial by Forest Retreats Guest

Lovely relaxing weekend, amazing yoga and community. Great balance to leave feeling renewed.

Forest Retreats Guest

Guest

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