YOAS Yoga Retreats - UK

england, scotland and wales

Short yoga retreats in pastoral settings from magical mountains to ancient woodland

YOAS Yoga Retreats offers carefully-crafted yoga escapes across England, Scotland and Wales for all levels of yogi, including beginners. Boutique locations from Gothic mansions to eco-retreats put you at the heart of UK nature in the Cotswolds, Dartmoor, Devon, Dorset, Kent, the Lake District, Norfolk, the Peak District, Somerset, the Cairngorms National Park and rural Wales. Come for exceptional yoga, to rest and replenish, and to nourish yourself with tasty veggie meals.

our Reviewer Hannah MacInnes says of her NORFOLK retreat:

‘I am calmed and reassured by Jess Horn’s kindness, warmth and sparkle. Her expert classes are long and deep, slow and strong, and we work on every muscle and limb as we listen to her physical directions and words of wisdom’

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Queen of Retreats says:

‘We love the unusual and sometimes quirky yoga spaces on these retreats. Practise asanas in a magical converted barn surrounded by natural beauty in Devon, unwind in a serene yoga yurt in ancient woodland in Somerset, swim in a deep green lake on an eco estate in Norfolk, or move in a beautiful ballroom looking over the garden at a historic house in the Cotswolds’

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Yoga Retreat, Oxfordshire, England

Tranquil yoga weekends at Pauntley Court, a Cotswolds historic house with exquisite gardens and far-reaching views. Four yoga classes across a weekend with meditation and breathwork in the ballroom. Morning classes are dynamic, while afternoons delve deeper into postures to relax and restore.

Downtime includes massage, curling up before an open fire and long walks. Close to Malvern Hills and Gloucester’s historic cathedral. Comfortable, spacious bedrooms, most en-suite or with private bathroom. Delightful vegetarian meals.

October 2024: Raquel Alves (hatha yoga, restorative, yoga nidra)
November 2024: Jess Horn (flow yoga, restorative)
February 2025: emma arscott (Slow, strong, alignment based flow, Restorative)

Yoga Retreat, Devon, England

Find connection with a yoga weekend at Bala Brook, beside the beauty of a fast-flowing brook and the vastness of a wild moor and Dartmoor National Park. Dynamic mornings and restorative late afternoons in a glass-walled shala with stunning views and underfloor heating.

Start each day with meditation and take advantage of guided walks, massage and starry nights. Choose bedrooms with en-suite or shared bathrooms, or sleep monastic-style in one of two Kuti bedrooms. Enjoy delicious, fresh and local vegetarian food.

August 2024: Raquel Alves (hatha yoga, restorative, yoga nidra)

Yoga Retreat, Devon, England

Yoga weekends at Eden Rise, in an enchanting converted barn surrounded by woods, rivers and sculptures. Enjoy grounding and nurturing classes with meditation and breathwork in a light, beamed studio, led by hand-picked teachers.

Take time for rest, massage, saunas, walks, wild swimming and exploring nearby Totnes. Stay in simple but comfortable accommodation including 4-6 person dorms with sectioned pods and shared bathrooms, and bell tents. Fresh, vegetarian meals are made with organic, local produce where possible.

JULY 2024: BELLE GREENWOOD (HATHA YOGA, RESTORATIVE)

Yoga Retreat, Dorset, England

Immerse yourself in nature with a yoga weekend escape at Bonhays, a secluded eco-retreat, nestled in hills near Bridport and the sea. Join inspiring teachers for twice daily yoga, meditation and breathwork in a peaceful room with a gentle light.

Enjoy ample time to walk, swim in the heated pool or sea or just rest. Choose from bedrooms with shared bathrooms, a shepherd's hut, a little woodland house or camping. Delicious vegetarian food, made with locally sourced organic ingredients, is served in the conservatory.

july 2024: Kate McKenzie (creative hatha flow, restorative)
july 2024: Raquel Alves (hatha yoga, restorative, yoga nidra)
september 2024: catherine annis (scaravelli)
september 2024: lila conway (classical yoga, yin)

Yoga Retreat, Cumbria, England

Country house yoga weekend break at Yewfield, in 80 acres of native woodland and open pasture with panoramic views of the Lake District in all its glory: lakes, vales and fells. Enjoy six yoga classes in an airy studio with garden views and a log burner. Start your mornings with meditation and dynamic yoga, end with restorative practices.

Explore the surrounding beauty with long walks or curl up on the sofa and enjoy the view. Relax in deluxe bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and modern amenities. Nourish with delicious vegetarian food.

October 2024: Molly Harrigan (jivamukti, flow yoga, yin)

Yoga Retreat, Norfolk, England

Weekend yoga retreat at West Lexham, an eco-country estate close to the sweeping sandy beaches of Holkham and Brancaster. Enjoy nourishing yoga to align body and breath in a rustic heritage barn.

Recharge with healing sound baths, fire pit, wild swimming, country walks, paddle boarding and massage. Stay in courtyard bedrooms, cosy treehouses, or cabins with lake views, all en-suite. Hearty vegetarian meals use seasonal, organic vegetables and herbs picked daily from the gardens.

JUNE 2024: Emma Arscott (VINYASA FLOW, RESTORATIVE)
December 2024: AMY MCDONALD (Jivamukti, Vinyasa flow, Yin) and SUNITA DEVI (Vinyasa flow, Restorative)
March 2025: charlie Morgan (Creative, dynamic vinyasa flow, Restorative)

Yoga Retreat, Derbyshire, England

Nature-based Peak District yoga weekend escape at The Cattle Shed, a contemporary barn conversion with Hope Valley views. Enjoy dynamic mornings with meditation and breathwork and restorative afternoons with yin to delve deeper.

Adventure awaits with a guided hike, cycle trail, local market towns, historic halls, and Chatsworth House. Or relax on the sofa and enjoy the panoramic view. Don’t miss star gazing around the fire pit. Spacious en-suite bedrooms, many with stunning views. Single occupancy, twins and doubles. Delicious, nourishing meals.

May 2024: Charlie Morgan (VINYASA FLOW, RESTORATIVE)

Yoga Retreat, Somerset, England

Revitalise in nature at 42 Acres, on a tranquil country house yoga weekend break surrounded by ancient woodland and near Frome. Experience dynamic morning flows and rejuvenating afternoon classes with meditation and breathwork in a sacred yoga yurt.

Recharge with walks, massages, fireside chats and quiet moments curled up with a good book in the library. Stay in stylish, sustainable accommodation, including en-suite bedrooms in the main house, cottages and a barn conversion with reclaimed interiors and self-generated power. Nourishing vegetarian meals made from local organic produce.

November 2024: Roanna Doleman (Vinyasa flow, restorative)
January 2025: lara stapleton (Scaravelli inspired hatha yoga)
APRIL 2025: Shilpi gupta (Vinyasa flow, hatha yoga, yoga nidra)

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Yoga Retreat, Cairngorms, Scotland

Wilderness yoga weekend retreat immersed in ancient Abernethy Forest, on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park. Enjoy dynamic morning yoga and restorative evenings with meditation, and breathwork in a woodland Scandi Tipi.

Spend your down time on guided hikes or mountain bikes, cold water dipping in the loch, curled up on the sofa by the log burner and gathered round the firepit. Stay in a cosy lodge or cottage, with shared bathrooms, in a peaceful dell. Enjoy healthy nourishing meals prepared from the freshest local produce.

May 2024: will wheeler (VINYASA FLOW, RESTORATIVE)

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Yoga Retreat, Llanidloes, Wales

Yoga weekend retreat rooted in the earth element at Garth Barns; a farmhouse and two barns in 200 acres of farmland, surrounded by rolling hills. Dynamic mornings with meditation and breathwork followed by an afternoon restorative class. Optional workshops.

Amble the local town, take to the hills for stunning walks, swim in the wild pond, have a Finnish sauna, or simply relax by the fire or with a massage. Comfortable ensuite single, twin and triple bedrooms. Delicious, nourishing vegetarian meals prepared with local seasonal produce.

august 2024: emma Arscott (Slow, strong, alignment based flow, Restorative)

Guest reviews

This is a retreat with a name that matches and delivers on its objective… And more than that, you are left with a toolkit to ensure that you don’t become entangled in threads again; empty of energy.

During my time on stunning Iona, I stayed in the bothy – and can highly recommend it! A beautiful little home, it was warm and comfortable and secluded. It meant that for me, there was restful time with my books and music and birdsong, and when it was time to cut some threads, the wonderful warrior women I was with were only a short walk away.

In terms of the retreat itself, it was so full of love and support and patience, which made ‘doing the work’ so much easier. Kate has a true gift and calling in helping people to be their fullest selves and I would so highly recommend this retreat ❤️❤️
I’ve just spent a wonderful week at Kate’s retreat space on the beautiful island of Iona. It is a perfect place to relax and unwind with fabulous views of the sea and the neighbouring islands. It is a very short walk to the lovely white sandy beaches for a quick dip.
Kate has provided lots of valuable information and maps of the island. There is so much to explore as well as learning about the history and the wildlife.
The flat is very peaceful and beautifully furnished, demonstrating the love and care that Kate has invested invested in her home…. And after walking all day in the fresh air – the bed is sooo comfortable!
On the beautiful Isle of Iona, I experienced Kate’s guiding work of cutting the cords and letting go. At an emotional time in my life I was able to invest time in myself to do this course with intentions to re-set and re-energise. Wonderful walking, sea swimming and group fun all added to my personal experience and I left Iona positive, peaceful with new skills for life’s challenges. Thank you Kate.