Your Autumn 2025 Rest and Restore Weekend Retreat will include variety of optional experiences including:
Hatha Yoga (Gentle Yoga and Somatic movements),
Restorative Yoga (Relaxation postures with props),
Pranayama (Breathing practices),
Dharana (Focus and Meditation),
Mantra Japa (Meditation with Mantras),
Yoga Nidra (Deep Relaxation),
Gong Bath (Relaxing to the healing sounds of the Earth Gong)
PLUS Free time on the Saturday afternoon to enjoy the fabulous private onsite facilities including:
Massage Treatments - Reflexology, Reiki, Massage, Facials, and More! (treatments are payable separately)
Sauna
Hot Tub overlooking stunning countryside
Cold Water Plunge Pool
Beautiful countryside walks on the doorstep
Rest your own way with a good book, sitting in the garden, or chatting with friends - with no where to be and nothing to do - Bliss!
The weekend will begin around 4.30pm on the Friday evening and run through until around 2pm on the Sunday afternoon.
The Tree is a beautiful retreat venue in North Yorkshire (Rosedale, YO18 8RH). It is surrounded by stunning countryside, with a gorgeously light and airy yoga studio space. There are lots of added extras for your enjoyment (hot tub overlooking Yorkshire moorland anyone?!), and delicious home-cooked vegetarian meals and treats.
All allergies and diets can be catered for so please let me know on your booking form if you have any special dietary requirements.
I am also always happy to accommodate different physical abilities where possible, but PLEASE BE AWARE that The Tree Retreat Centre is in a charming set of old buildings that include some steep staircases and narrow passageways and as such is unfortunately not a suitable venue for those with extreme or serious mobility issues. Please check with your GP that you are well enough to attend the retreat. My retreats are aimed at beginners and experienced practitioners alike, but if you are unsure, it's best to check.
I (Laura!) will be designing teaching the majority of your Summer Serenity Retreat. For those that don't know me, my sessions are always designed to be accessible, enjoyable, and inspiring. My passion is bringing deeper meaning to our practices, as well as allowing people to explore finding the best ways to practice for their own individual bodies, minds, and hearts.
I'm thrilled to announce that I will be joined by the wonderful Susan Lodge at this retreat. Susan will be delivering a Hatha Yoga session for us on the Sunday morning. I'm confident that those who enjoy my own classes, will love Susan's session! Trained under the same school of yoga, we share a passion for slow, gentle, accessible yoga practices that encourage a meaningful connection with your body, mind, and heart.
And I am also excited to share that Edward, owner of The Tree, has kindly agreed to offer us a Gong Bath using the Earth Gong on the Saturday evening. Edward is a very experienced yoga teacher and Gong player, and this promises to be a wonderful experience for us all.
The Tree Relaxation Retreat Centre comprises two charming converted old buildings; the Main House where meals are cooked and served, and the Chapel next door where the Yoga Studio is located. Both have comfortable accommodation and cosy communal relaxation areas too.
Single Occupancy room (en-suite) £499pp
Shared Occupancy room (private bathroom adjacent) £389pp
Shared Occupancy room (private bathroom adjacent) £389pp
There is limited availability for the single occupancy rooms. For shared rooms there is plenty of availability and options of either TWIN or TRIPLE rooms. You can share with someone you know or have me allocate you roommate(s) (assuming others also choose this same option)
All of your meals, accommodation, and your yoga and relaxation sessions will be included in your fee. Massage Treatments of various lengths and prices will be available to book for the Saturday Afternoon (extra charge applies).
My Retreats are for EVERYONE! Yes, there's plenty of yoga, and definitely opportunities to deepen your practice and challenge yourself if you would like... BUT you do not need to be super fit or flexible!
I am always happy to accommodate different physical abilities and injuries can be worked around, but please do check with your GP that you are well enough to attend the retreat if you have any serious health complaints.
My retreats are aimed at beginners and experienced practitioners alike. You do not need to be able to sit for hours of meditation, you do not need to have a lot of yoga experience, you do not need to be a certain age, size, colour, shape, or gender, you do not need to be attending my (or any other) classes regularly - ALL ARE WELCOME! Including non-yogi partners or friends who just want to enjoy the time and space and miss out the yoga (discounts available for this).
I would love for you to join us!
Simply follow the booking link and scroll down the calendar until you see October 2025 (click "See More" if needed) and select the room that you would like to book.
A £100 per person non-refundable deposit will be taken upon booking (via the booking system). A small (1.4% +20p) non-refundable booking fee will be added to the deposit by the booking system at checkout.
The balance of your fee will be due 8 weeks prior to your weekend retreat, and payment will be via bank transfer to avoid you needing to pay any further booking fees.
Please don't hesitate to GET IN TOUCH if you have any questions.
A £100 per person non-refundable deposit will be taken upon booking (via the booking system)
A small (1.4% +20p) non-refundable booking fee will be added to the deposit by the booking system at checkout.
The balance of your fee will be due 8 weeks prior to your weekend retreat, and payment will be via bank transfer to avoid you needing to pay any further booking fees.
Please note that refunds are not given for cancellations. This includes deposits and balance payments. You are strongly recommended to take out insurance to cover reasons for non-attendance. As it is a short-term holiday it is strongly recommended that you take out adequate insurance for sickness, cancellations, and loss/damage to property.
In the very unlikely event of your retreat being cancelled by me, you will be offered an alternative date when one becomes available.
Abusive or unkind behaviour towards teachers, staff, or other students will not be tolerated either online or at classes, and Yoga North East reserves the right to cancel your booking if it is felt that your behaviour is inappropriate.
In the unlikely event of injury, illness or theft or disruption to program, Yoga North East/Laura Ridgeon is not responsible for any loss or damage to your personal property, or for any injury or illness sustained during the retreat.
Please check with your GP that you are well enough to attend the retreat for Yoga activities and walking (retreats are aimed at beginners and experienced practitioners alike, but if you are unsure, it's best to check).
Cancellation policy is firm. Payment to Yoga North East/Laura Ridgeon indicates agreement with the conditions above, you will also be asked to tick a box on your booking form to confirm that you have read and agreed to these terms and conditions.