
Winter’s Embrace Yoga Day Retreat
Finding Stillness and Comfort in the shortest days
Saturday 17th January 2026
09:45 - 16:00
Hornsbury Mill Hotel, Chard
£95
Seasonal practices enable us to nurture, support and unite mind, body, soul and spirit in harmony. Working with the cycles of nature creates a sense of balance and ease.
Step into a sanctuary of warmth and renewal as we gather to honour the Winter season. This nurturing day retreat is designed to help you slow down, rest deeply, and reconnect with your inner light.
We’ll begin with a slow and gentle Hatha yoga practice, moving slowly and intentionally to align body and breath with the grounding energies of Winter. A soothing Yin yoga session focusing on the Kidney and Bladder meridians will guide us deeper, inviting stillness and reflection in harmony with the quiet of the season.
Throughout the day, there will be space for journaling and guided meditation prompts, offering moments of personal reflection as we honour the season of Winter Solstice. You’ll be nourished by a delicious vegetarian lunch, prepared with care to warm and comfort.
We’ll close with a deeply restful Restorative yoga practice, accompanied by the soothing sounds of Crystal and Himalayan Singing Bowls, leaving you restored, balanced, and gently renewed.
Join us in this sacred pause — a day to embrace stillness, comfort, and the quiet beauty of Winter.
Date & Cost
Saturday 17th January 2026
09:45 - 16:00
Hornsbury Mill Hotel, Chard
£95
Pricing includes all of the practices and materials you’ll need for the day guided by Lissa.
A soothing Sound Bath with Lissa
Free Parking on site
Nourishing Lunch
Tea, refreshments and snacks.
Itinerary
9:45 Welcome Tea & Snack
10:00 Opening Circle
10:30 Nourishing Winter Yoga Practice
11:30 Kidney and Bladder Meridian Yin Yoga
12:30 Seasonal Lunch & Garden Wander
13:30 Journal & Enquiry
14:00 Restorative Yoga with Soothing Himalayan & Crystal Bowl Sound Bath
15:45 Closing Circle
16:00 Home
The itinerary is a rough guide and is subject to change.
Where?
Hornsbury Mill, now under new management.
Directions to Hornsbury Mill.
Upon arrival you’ll be greeted with a warm drink. After lunch you’ll have time to wander around the lake and grounds of the hotel, to soak up the beauty of its surroundings.
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