CHANGING OUR DEFAULT
Stepping away from the daily pressures of life with a Lake District walking holiday can give you the space to focus on what you truly want from personal counselling. When you’re caught up in the constant cycle of everyday life, it’s easy to keep holding on without giving yourself the time to pause and reflect. Our three-day mindfulness retreat offers that opportunity—helping you form a strong connection with us, which can bring real momentum to your ongoing therapy sessions.
Sometimes, we all need dedicated time to step away from autopilot and reconnect with ourselves. If you’re facing a particular challenge, being part of a group who understand similar struggles can be incredibly powerful. It reminds you that you’re not alone while providing a supportive space to find strength and direction. You’re always welcome to share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with—your personal journey remains entirely your own.
PERSONAL THERAPY & COUNSELLING
WHAT WE OFFER
Our unique three-day programme combines individual counselling, mindfulness, and group reflection activities—most of which take place outdoors. You can join us for a weekend or during the week, and if you have more specific needs, we also offer longer programmes.
To get a clearer idea of what to expect, visit our video section. There, you'll find a detailed overview of how your time with us would be structured, as well as a chance to get to know us a little better.
THE BENEFITS
Physical and mental well-being are deeply connected, each influencing the other in powerful ways.
A group walking holiday, combined with thought-provoking activities, set against the stunning backdrop of the Lake District, can help restore your mind, bring fresh perspective, and bring clarity to your thoughts and priorities.
Our programme also helps you form a strong connection with us—something that can provide real momentum to future therapy sessions, should you feel they would be beneficial.
SURROUNDINGS
Our sessions take place at the impressive Rydal Hall Estate—a 34-acre World Heritage Site near Ambleside. This stunning location provides the setting for our indoor sessions, as well as our breakfasts and evening meals.
We offer a variety of gentle guided walks, tailored to the group's physical needs. These walks take you through breathtaking locations such as Buttermere Lake, with its dramatic fells, farms, and woodlands, or the Langdale Valley, where cascading waterfalls and a striking skyline create an unforgettable backdrop.
Through outdoor therapy, we aim to showcase the very best of the Lake District, enhancing your therapeutic journey with the power of nature.