About The Retreat
2026 Dates
22nd – 25th May
Join us for a wild swim and coastal walking retreat over the May bank holiday in Cornwall. Spend an afternoon with swim coaches and learn the benefits of sea swimming and enjoy a swim together. On the second day enjoy a long coastal walk. Yoga twice a day and delicious plant-based food too of course!
Based within a stunning estate only 15 minutes away from some of the most famous beaches in north Cornwall, this location gives the perfect opportunity to relax in the beauty of the Cornish countryside whilst enjoying activities on the coast in the daytime.
On one day enjoy a coastal walk along the South West coastal path, enjoy blustery landscapes and views and for the brave take a dip in the sea and warm up with a hot chocolate! On the second day enjoy a trip to another part of the coast for another coastal walk and have a go at surfing! Or relax at the venue and have a massage or cosy up with a good book.
After a fun day on the beach, come back to your country pile to relax in nature, enjoy yoga, delicious food, massage and cosy sofas to sink into or if sunny relax in the sun on a blanket on the lawns.
The garden surrounding the manor house and additional properties is a 22-acre expanse of lawns, ornamental lakes, camelia woods, orchards and an incredible walled vegetable garden. When not enjoying yoga in the large studio the lawns create a perfect space for classes too.
There is something for everyone on our Cornwall adventures, if you prefer more walking you can enjoy this as the coastal paths are easy to follow and if you prefer more swimming, SUP or surfing, we can help arrange any of these activities.
Schedule
The retreat will begin at 4 pm on the first day with our opening yoga class at 6 pm.
On the last day, checkout is at 10 am.
The wild swim activity will depend on when the tides are and so the day’s activities will fit around this activity accordingly. We will let you know in advance what the schedule will be for that day.
Daily Itinerary
8 am
90 minute uplifting yoga class
9.30 am
Delicious brunch
10.30 am to 1.30 pm
Coastal path hike, wild swim session, SUP, surf
2 pm
Light lunch
2.30 pm to 5 pm
Coastal path hike, wild swim session, SUP, surf
5 pm
Two hour restorative and meditation yoga class
7 pm
Two course dinner
Yoga
On our wild swim and coastal walking yoga retreat in Cornwall in May, the classes are suitable for all ages and abilities, from beginners to intermediate levels. Everyone is welcome. We have a range of inspiring and experienced teachers who are well-practised at adapting the class for everyone’s level.
Our yoga classes take place in the spacious and beautiful yoga shala with all the yoga equipment provided.
Yoga Teacher
Claire started her yoga journey way back in the 1990’s at dance school, and after a career of more than 25 years as a dance teacher, decided to hang up her ballet shoes and retrain to become a yoga teacher. It was the best decision ever!
Claire believes each class is a personal journey. She carefully crafts the class to the student, looking at ways to adapt asana (postures) to every individual in the room. She really would like to encourage people who don’t think they are bendy enough or look a certain way to come and experience yoga in a welcoming accessible environment!
Aside from asana, the physical practice, Claire’s classes will also have a strong emphasis on pranayama (breathing techniques) and dhyana (meditation). Her restorative classes bring a focus to pranayama and meditation that make them feel safe and accessible to everyone.
Claire believes the practice of yoga should lead you to find some quietness of the mind. To press pause on the constant chatter of the brain and external distractions and let yourself be present, at that moment, whether you are in child’s pose, or headstand the intention is the same. Being present, allowing the breath to flow.
Claires personal practice is Ashtanga, and she has studied both at the Pattabhi Jois Ashtanga Yoga Institute (KPJAYI) in Mysore, and with Authorised Teachers of the lineage throughout Asia. After Mysore she went to work on a Yoga Retreat in Thailand, and another, a little closer to home in the Carpathian Mountains. Returning home, she came back to the UK in 2017 and has been teaching in the UK ever since.
When she is not on the mat you can find her walking in the countryside with her dog, or on a board either in the sea, lake or mountains!
Claire Yates
Cuisine
We are a plant-based company and take great pride in creating incredible food on our retreats. Our chefs create diverse and imaginative menus that really highlight the seasonality of local produce. We are able to cater to all dietary requirements.
On our yoga retreat in Cornwall you can expect nourishing post-yoga brunch to fuel your day, a light lunch and a wholesome two-course evening meal.
Retreat Price
24th – 27th May x 3 nights
A twin/double room is for two people sharing either two single beds or a double bed.
Single occupancy with double bed and en-suite – £799
Single occupancy with double bed and a shared bathroom 1 other person (with double bed) – £749
Bunk room en-suite – £499pp
Twin room (two people sharing a room with two single beds) with en-suite bathroom – £649pp
Twin room (two people sharing a room with two single beds) with a shared bathroom – £599pp
Bunk Room for two people with shared bathroom with 1 other person – £449pp
Included
A twin/double room is for two people sharing either two single beds or a double bed.
Single occupancy with a double bed and en-suite –
Price: £899
Single occupancy with a double bed and a shared bathroom 1 other person –
Price: £849
Twin room (two people sharing a room with two single beds) with en-suite bathroom –
Price: £749pp
Twin room (two people sharing a room with two single beds) with a shared bathroom –
Price: £699pp
Bunk Room for two people with shared bathroom with 1 other person –
Price: £599pp
Bunk room en-suite –
Price: £649pp
What’s Included
- Exclusive Cornish Estate to call home
- Extensive 22 acres of gardens to relax in and explore
- 1.5 hrs of morning yoga practice which will energise and awaken sleepy bodies and a variety of types of meditation practice to calm the mind
- 2 hrs evening yoga practices to unwind and calm with restorative practices, meditation and Yoga Nidra
- 3 x Delicious wholesome vegetarian/vegan brunches
- 3 x Delicious vegetarian/vegan evening meals
- 2 x lunches, either packed lunch or at venue depending on schedule
- Guided walk along the coastal path
- Wild swimming workshop with qualified instructors on the beach
- Yoga equipment
- Amazing AY team to look after your every need
How to get there
By Car
The nearest town is the little seaside community of Mawgan Porth. We will let you know the full address upon booking, when you shall receive a welcome pack via email.
By Train
The nearest station is Newquay. It’s about 5 miles from the retreat venue. The journey from London is about 4.5 hours depending on the route you take. Please book these trains/or similar times if coming from a different direction. We set up a whatsapp group a week before the retreat start date and you can arrange to share a taxi with other guests arriving at a similar time.
Recommended Train Times:
We recommend that you choose a train that arrive before 15:30 on the arrival day. Entry to the property is from 16:00 with your first yoga class between 17:30 and 18:00.
We will be required to check out of the property by 10:00 on the last day so we recommend a train any time after 11:00.
By Plane
You can fly to Newquay from a number of UK airports at great prices out of season. The venue is less than a 10-minute drive away from Newquay Airport.
Booking
Please complete the enquiry form below to book on to the May Bank Holiday Wild Swimming, Coastal Walking & Yoga Retreat in Cornwall. Please specify the room you wish to book on the enquiry form.
