Treat Yourself To A Perfect Yoga Retreat
This Sussex yoga retreat at Gayles is one of my favourite retreat venues. It's set in ten acres of prime Sussex land adjacent to the Seven Sisters Country Park (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), The National Trust Crowlink Estate and Friston Forest. The surrounding countryside is extraordinarily beautiful, and there are excellent walking opportunities all around.
Communal Spaces
With its open fire, high ceiling and refreshing artworks, The Stables is a beautifully converted 1930s stable which provides a warm and practical area for eating, chatting and relaxing. The ground level has an open-plan kitchen and dining room with under-floor heating. Immediately outside there is a large, decked, seated eating area which is wonderful for informal meals on warm sunny days.
We are free to wander through the sensitively managed estate, and encouraged to make use of the private hard surface tennis court and even the open air swimming pool during summertime!
Shared Accommodation
All indoor accommodation is in comfortable dormitories or in the main house. The accommodation, studio and eating areas are situated close together around thoughtfully maintained gardens. The gentle meadows offer stunning panoramic views and allow space between activities to wander and reflect. There are two dormitories, ‘The Studio’ and ‘The Playroom’, which offer comfortable and spacious accommodation for up to seventeen people.
All indoor accommodation is equipped with toilets, showers and washing areas, as well as hot drink making facilities. There are good quality, sturdy single and bunk beds with individual storage drawers. Duvets, pillows, linen and towels are provided.
Single / Twin Rooms
In the main house, there is also one double room (suitable for a single) and one twin which is suitable for a couple, or two friends. Please note that if you book the twin room to share with a friend, there is one double bed and one double sofa bed.
Camping
If you choose to camp on this Sussex yoga retreat, you can either bring your own tent or use the tents provided by the venue. Campers will be provided with pillows and towels but will need to supply their own bedding and sleeping mats. Campers have their own dedicated bathroom and the much loved "loo with a view".
The environment and ambience at this Sussex yoga retreat encourages an open, relaxed and intimate atmosphere that promotes learning and self-development. The venue owners believe that retreats should be fulfilling and inspiring and they do all we can to support you in making the most of your time here so that everybody leaves feeling stimulated, nourished and refreshed.
Food
Good quality, locally sourced, tasty and nourishing food is served in the relaxed atmosphere of the beautifully converted dining room. If the weather is sunny there is the option of eating out in the open on the terrace. Food is vegetarian and organic and much of it is grown in the centre's own vegetable garden. It's a highlight of our stay at Gayles.
If the weather is sunny there is the option of eating out in the open on the terrace. Food is vegetarian and organic and much of it is grown in the centre's own vegetable garden. It's a highlight of our stay at Gayles in East Sussex.
Dietary Restrictions and Allergies
It is essential that you inform Catherine of any dietary restrictions when you book so that she can liaise with the retreat venue and make the necessary arrangements.
If, for medical reasons, you follow a highly-restricted diet, we advise you to bring with you any essentials you might need for your well-being. We have our own dedicated kitchen, with a small fridge which you are welcome to use.
If you are prone to a severe reaction to an allergen, for example, a very small amount on a kitchen knife or board, it is essential that we be informed. Please note that we are unable to offer absolute guarantees for such allergic conditions.
Travel
Getting There
Gayles in East Sussex is situated off the A259, 5 miles from Eastbourne and 15 miles from Brighton and about one mile from the picturesque village of East Dean. It is easy to find and access is excellent.
Gayles Retreat
Friston
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN20 0BA
07721 023 845 or 07969 749 829
(Roz & Derry Robinson)
Longitude = 50.761503
Latitude = 0.181105
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Dates & Booking
Jul 12 - 14, 2024
Sharing
Dormitory : £349 pp early bird
House Twin : £399 pp early bird
Single
House Single : £439 pp early bird
Camping : £315
The early bird discount is valid for dormitory & house accommodation if booked and fully paid by 30 May, 2024. Any bookings after this date are subject to an additional £50 pp
Camping is limited to 4 places.
To secure your booking, either pay in full or submit your deposit of £150. Instructions on where to pay will be sent to you once we’ve received your booking form.
Price includes: All food, yoga and dormitory accommodation
Price excludes: Travel, alcoholic drinks and snacks
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