RE-WILDING YOU
4 day Retreat | 11th - 14th May 2023
42 Acres, Somerset
Cucumber Fields is delighted to invite you to our very first residential retreat deep in the heart of stunning Somerset.
Join us for a 4 day immersion of RE-WILDING YOU.
(Both Cucumber Fields Members and Non-Members welcome)
About
This weekend is an invitation to remember, an invitation to explore, an invitation to immerse yourself in the elements that make up you.
This weekend will allow you to become attuned to the rhythms and cycles of nature moving through you.
A rediscovery of your true, instinctive nature. Join us in the stunning wilds of 42 Acres among the woods and fields, streams and rivers for RE-WILDING YOU.
As we move and rest, play and explore, we will enhance the energetics of our physical body, reflecting the movements of the elements in our worlds so we can live in harmony with all that surrounds us.
Why Retreat?
Retreats are places of personal refuge. They are places to ask deep questions, to find answers, to decompress and discover meaning; places to dream, to learn, to grow, to rest, to celebrate – but, ultimately, retreats are places of self-love. They are dedicated places of permission. Over this weekend we will create such a space. A space that celebrates aliveness.
42 Acres
42 Acres is a unique retreat centre and regenerative farm set within 170 acres in the heart of Frome, Somerset. Surrounded by ancient woodlands, a variety of wild meadows, a beautiful wild swimming lake, nearby rivers and an abundance of wildlife it is nothing short of magnificent in the energy and space it holds for its visitors.
Whilst 42 acres offers a vast array of wild flourishing nature on the doorstep, its internal world expresses beauty and comfort in an understated luxurious way.
This retreat space is an invitation to reconnect to nature, to Self and community. It’s abundant beauty and vibrancy offer the ideal base to explore your internal and external world, in a holistic and inspirational space.
Owners Seth and Lara are strong advocates that outer change in the world starts with the self, or to quote Ghandi; “Be the change that you wish to see in the world”.
You can learn more about 42 Acres by clicking here
Activities
We’ll explore daily practises and especially selected extra immersive activities to journey us through the wisdom of our bodies, to come back to a felt sense of Self
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Daily Yoga & Meditation
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Medicinal Mushroom Foraging
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Woodland Fire Banquet
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Wild Swimming
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Forest Sauna
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Silent Disco
Food
42 Acres’ regenerative, hyper-local and simple food demonstrates a way of eating that continues the traditions of the past and supports our shared future. All food is sourced from within a 42 mile radius of the venue. Home-grown and wild foraged ingredients reflect how they nourish the land and local environment. They keep menus simple so that their incredible ingredients can take the stage.
Freely available and included in your stay are tea, coffee, fruit, seasonal vegetarian based breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Plus an afternoon snack. On our final evening together we will be dining in the forest eating our foraged goods, cooked on an open fire for a delicious forest banquet under the stars.
Accommodation
With a variety of beautifully modernised barns and cottages you can choose the accommodation offering to suit you, based on single, double or multiple occupancy. All of the stunning rooms are designed with comfort and understated luxury in mind offering the perfect escape.
If you are coming alone, with a partner/friend, or multiple friends we have designed options to cater for all.
Your Teachers
Imogen North
Imogen has trained under the expert eye of Katy Appleton and primarily teaches Yin and Dynamic Vinyasa Flow descended from the Krishnamacharya lineage. Her teaching fuses anatomy, physiology and biomechanics with traditional Eastern yogic practices; tantra, ritual, and a deep reverence for nature. She hopes to inspire, encourage self-awareness and awaken your inner authenticity. Read more here.
Pippa Gosling
Pippa offers teachings of Hatha Vinyasa Yoga, Yin Yoga, Rocket-Inspired and Forrest-Inspired; inclusive of pranayama techniques and threading knowledge of biomechanics and various elements of health and mindfulness through her teachings. As a proud Co-Founder and Director of Cucumber Fields, she hopes to share this life-changing practice with all students she comes to guide. Read more here.
What’s included in this retreat
Six yoga workshops interweaving various practices; mediation, pranayama, flow, yin, restorative, dance, MFR, inquiry, journaling
Three nights accommodation in beautiful onsite cottages and barns
Dinner Thursday night, 3 meals a day Friday and Saturday, breakfast and an early lunch Sunday
Daily snacks, fruit and tea/coffee
Fire cooked banquet on Saturday night - an immersive dining experience, surrounded by stunning woodland
Silent Disco under the stars
Wild swimming and Forest Sauna
Medicinal Mushroom Foraging Experience
Other onsite offerings included:
Use of farm facilities, wellington boots provided if it rains, rowing boat and paddle boarding on the lake, tree house for hangouts, board games, explore 176 acres by foot
What’s not included
Travel to and from the venue
Holistic therapies/ massages - treatment menu and bookings here
Typical Daily Schedule
07:30 | 2 Hour Morning Practice
09:30 | Breakfast
11:00 | Activity/ Free Time
13:30 | Lunch
15:00 | Activity/ Free Time
17:00 | Lunar Evening Practice
19:00 | Dinner
20:00 | Activity / Free Time
Arrival & Departure
Thursday, 11th May - 15:00 arrivals
Sunday, 14th May - 13:00 departure, after a lunch at midday
Terms and Considerations
Click here to view the booking terms and considerations.
Travel Arrangements
Arrival is from 15:00 Thursday 11th May, and departure at 13:00 on Sunday 14th May.
Travelling by yourself: Many students travel alone on retreats. A yoga retreat is a great way to connect to like-minded people. If you are coming alone but wish to stay in a shared room please put this on your booking form and Gail can match you with a like minded soul.
By car - 42 Acres is an hours drive from Bristol and 2.5 hrs drive from London
Address for Google Maps: 42 Acres, Holt Road, Witham Friary, Frome BA11 5HL
Local Taxi Companies
Gillingham & Mere: 01747 850 385
Tony's Taxis Frome: 01373 46 44 44
Castle Cary Taxis : 01963 351 333
A2B Taxis Westbury: 07980 804 742
Dial-A-Cab: 01747 821 000
We recommend you book your taxis in advance to guarantee availability
Nearest Train Stations to 42 Acres
Gillingham (Dorset) – 17 mins by car
Frome – 20 mins by car
Castle Cary – 25 mins by car
Westbury – 30-35 mins by car
Visit National Rail or the Trainline to explore your train travel options and book tickets