Heartspring Retreat Centre has now moved to the Cotswolds (near Stroud)
and was also called Woodland Hills Retreats
SEE OUR NEW WEBSITE!

2013 Retreats at HEARTSPRING RETREATS
(Formerly Woodland Hills)
STOP PRESS: November 11th to the 15th Fully booked, see next dates in 2014

These Retreats give you the opportunity to escape to a beautiful peaceful haven in the Cotswolds,
(in the stunning Slad Valley near Stroud)
where you can gradually unwind and potentially:

Connect again to the 'inner you'
Find your inner-wisdom and direction
Become calm, unflustered and centred
Quieten a frantic overloaded mind
Find Emotional and Physical Support

Nurturing Group Retreat
These are a wonderful way to unwind and nurture yourself in a very caring environment. We tailor-make the breaks to suit the individual, so to create a programme to suit you, just e-mail or ring to discuss things further.

(For the summer of 2013 we are only offering Set Retreats as detailed below, although from September we are offering Tailor-Made One-To-One Retreats any time and for however many nights you wish!

4 night SMALL GROUP RETREAT Run once a month, just choose your dates. Generally for people coming on their own, run by Maddie Lynfield founder of Heartspring These retreats offer an opportunity to go deeper within you in the stunning peace and quiet of the Cotswolds (Gloucestershire). Over the week there are a variety of group led exercises to bring deep relaxation, personal awareness and access to that peace within that we all crave to ease our busy lives. We use a variety of techniques such as simple movements (to suit all physical abilities), sound healing modalities, heightened awareness in nature and a variety of other practices (We remain neutral though and do not teach or focus on any particular religion or spiritual path). There is also plenty of time for time by yourself, to explore the beautiful wooded hills and valleys of the Cotswolds, or for reading or artwork and to have any of our therapies (such as massage, reflexology, healing etc) as extras. All Meals are provided and are freshly prepared, organic where possible and vegetarian. We can also cater for most special diets. Prices start at £360* all inclusive. Most of our rooms are for single occupancy or for those bringing a friend or partner. You will have your own room unless you want to share with a friend Our accommodation is over the road in a friendly B&B, or you can stay in our Shepherd's Hut in our gardens The retreats are suitable for those completely new to this type of retreat, as well as for those who already have a regular self-awareness or meditation practice. Do ring or email if you would like more information: 0845 652 2536 or 01453 767306 Our Group Retreats are very small, only for 4 to 6 people at a time * Based on sharing a Double or Twin room with a friend / partner, 2013 prices. For your own room the retreat is £395 all inclusive, or £350 if you stay in the Shepherds Hut Next Retreat dates: October 14th to the 18th fully booked, cancellation list only November 11th to the 15th fully booked, cancellation list only 2014 DATES January: 20th to the 24th February: 24th to the 28th March: 17th to the 21st April: 21st to the 25th May: 19th to the 21st June: 16th to the 20th July, September, October and November: dates to be confirmed For all our dates and for full details, see our new Website

What happens during the Nurturing Group Retreat?
This depends purely on your individual needs and circumstances.
During the 4 night retreat you will have 2 private one-to-one consultations with Maddie Lynfield to make sure the retreat suits you best, along with daily group teaching sessions with Maddie. There is also time for therapies (for example a Massage, or Healing or Reflexology etc.as extras.

The rest of the time is free for wonderful walks along the beautiful valleys, or for curling up with a good book, resting or just chatting with the other guests.
The retreats are suitable for those completely new to this type of retreat, as well as for those who perhaps need some fresh inspiration along their individual spiritual path
Maddie Lynfield has been running these retreats for over 12 years and has a background in Counselling, Spiritual Coaching, Meditation Tuition, Healing and Communication Skills.

One to One Personal Retreats
These can happen anytime during the year where you book a stay in our beautiful Pine Lodge which can either be a Twin or a Double Bedroom*. You will also have an ensuite shower-room/toilet and a small kitchenette with 2 ring cooker, fridge, all crockery, pans etc. (See photos). The Lodge is well insulated with double glazing and electric heating and is next door to our beautiful Rose Sanctuary which you can use for your own relaxation or for any therapies with our practitioners - see below.
We keep our prices as low as possible, so you can stay anytime of year here for £30 a night (self-catering - vegetarian only please), or £50 a night if there are 2 of you together)

Therapies Available:
Massage: All organic oils: Aromatherapy, Swedish or Holistic Massage: £42 for an hour
Healing Presence: A mixture of Empathic Counselling, Profound Relaxation and Heart Connection, see above button for more details: £42 for an hour
Meditation Tuition: Find a simple practical and do-able technique to suit you for deep relaxation and inner peace: £42 for an hour
Reflexology: A specialised form of massage applied to feet which stimulates the body's healing forces to restore the body to health. £42 for one hour
Indian Head Massage: Promotes a feeling of peace, calm & balance within the body & spirit, helping to reduce stress & encourage a positive attitude of mind. ½ hour session costing £25
Emotional Freedom Technique (one hour) £42 (just waiting for practitioner's description, but more details can be seen at: http://www.emofree.com/eft/whatiseft.html)
Bowen Technique (one hour) £42 (just waiting for practitioner's description, but more details can be seen at: http://www.thebowentechnique.com/who-or-what-is-the-bowen-technique.html )

All our therapists are Fully Insured, Professional and friendly and the sessions happen here, so no travelling necessary!

Our Lodge can either be a Double or a Twin bedroom with an ensuite shower-room/toilet and a kitchette