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Forest Retreats Blog

We like to blog about subjects we find interesting – whether it be yoga, the environment, retreats or wellness. Please see below all of our blogs and send us a email if you would like to feedback.

  • Reconnect in Nature: Retreat Venue Hire at Hill Farm Tintern

    Discover the magic of Hill Farm Tintern, an eco‑retreat hidden gem nestled within a 15‑acre smallholding overlooking the majestic Wye Valley. Whether you're organising a wellness weekend, creative workshop, training retreat or special gathering with family and friends, this venue is designed to help your group reconnect, renew and relish every moment away from the everyday. A…

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  • Healing in Nature – by Tom Court

    My name is Tom Court, and I am Forest Bathing Practitioner. Since I was a child, I have loved spending time in nature. I was lucky to grow up in a small village which had numerous woodlands nearby. On the northern side of the village was the edge of the beautiful Royal Forest of Dean. …

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  • Wintering – by Hayley Court of Forest Retreats

    In the past, I have hated winter. I worship the sun, was born in the summer and love the heat, outdoor BBQs, holidays and festivals. However, over the years and living at Hill Farm especially, I have adapted to the natural rhythms of the season and embrace all the wisdom the season has to offer.…

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  • Team Away Day Ideas

    This guide is packed with fun and interesting team away day ideas. They're all about helping your team get along better and work more efficiently. From relaxing wellness retreats and survival training to art classes and sports events, there's something for every team in our guide. Corporate Wellness at Forest Retreats Fun and Easy Ways…

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  • What to expect from your first yoga retreat

    Yoga retreats are becoming increasingly popular as we want more from our precious time off. Yoga retreats can be an exciting and transformative experience, and whether you're a beginner or a seasoned practitioner, yoga retreats offer a unique blend of physical practice, relaxation, personal growth and connection with others. Some guests at Forest Retreats attend…

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  • How to find the perfect retreat venue

    Many people are opting for a wellbeing retreat instead of the more traditional holiday, as we increasingly focus on keeping well, finding balance and recovering from life’s up and downs. Forest Retreats is based at our sister company, Hill Farm, Tintern (www.hillfarmtintern.co.uk), which is an eco retreat venue. We run retreats at Hill Farm as…

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  • Flourish in Perimenopause on a Women’s Retreat

    There is (finally!) much more awareness now about the perimenopause after a long history of women not understanding the changes they were going through, and unnecessary suffering with feeling isolated and lonely – as well as physical symptoms that can sometimes impact negatively on day-to-day life. Women are now becoming more educated in how to…

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  • Five Benefits of Family Yoga

    Family life can be so busy and hectic, so finding activities that can bring the whole family together is both important and challenging. Family yoga is a wonderful way to create shared experiences that develop physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Here are five benefits of practicing yoga as a family: Strengthens Family Bonds One of…

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  • 5 things people say about Forest Bathing

    In today's fast-paced world, where stress and anxiety can be running high, many people are seeking solace in nature-based experiences like Shinrin Yoku, also known as forest bathing. It's about slowing down, observing the surroundings, and immersing yourself in the sights, sounds, and smells of the forest. Originating in Japan, Shinrin Yoku has gained popularity…

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