Reflections on Our Yoga, Walking, and Mindfulness Retreat at Nab Cottage in the Lake District

We’ve just returned from another beautiful weekend retreat at Nab Cottage, our much-loved retreat home on the shores of Rydal Water in the Lake District. The weekend was filled with sunshine, laughter, yoga, walking, mindfulness, and a special group of people who came together to rest, reconnect, and recharge.

This historic 16th-century cottage, with its lakeside gardens, cosy nooks, and breathtaking views of the surrounding fells, once again provided the perfect setting for a weekend of deep relaxation and reflection. It has been our most popular retreat veneu and we've been running retreats here since 2019.

Each day began and ended with yoga and meditation sessions, we really like to focus on rest and relaxation during our retreats! Between sessions, we set out on walks through the surrounding landscape — one to the magical Rydal Caves, and another to Grasmere, where some of the group continued up to Easdale Tarn for a refreshing wild swim in the surprising October warmth!

One thing we can always rely on at Nab cottage is good food! The nourishing Autumnal meals kept our bodies energised. The energy of community and shared connection was palpable; whether during walks, meals, or quiet moments by the fire, there was a real sense of togetherness.

In addition to our yoga and walking sessions, we explored the theme of rest through Yoga Nidra - my favourite practice to do. Guests also enjoyed optional massages and time in the hot tub with lake views — the perfect balance of nature, warmth, and well-being.

As the weekend came to a close, we left Nab Cottage feeling lighter, more grounded, and connected — to ourselves, to one another, and to the beauty of the natural world.

We’re so happy to share that we’ll be returning to Nab Cottage twice next year — from June 12th–14th and again from November 13th–15th, 2026. Each season offers its own kind of magic, and we can’t wait to return for another yoga retreat at Nab Cottage in the wondrous Lake District.

We still have spaces available for our final retreat of the year! - Our November retreat in Wales — a wonderful opportunity to join us before the year ends.

Thank you to everyone who joined us this time for making the weekend so memorable. We’re already looking forward to welcoming both familiar faces and new friends on future retreats. Diolch yn fawr!

Some photo highlights from the weekend are below.