Yoga & Art Festive Day Retreat
Friday 29th November | 9.00am-4.00pm
Eygpt Mill, Nailsworth
Escape the hustle and bustle before the lead up to Christmas really kicks and join us for a magical day retreat at the warm and inviting Egypt Mill. This unique experience combines the tranquility of yoga with the heart-felt expression of art with a festive twist, designed to open your creative channels and give you all the festive feels with a jolly dose of rejuvenation.
Join us for a day filled with joy, creativity, and relaxation as we celebrate the festive spirit through yoga, art, and nourishing food.
With its charming wooden beams, twinkling fairy lights, and cosy corners perfect for snuggling with a cuppa, this is the ideal setting to unwind and reconnect to some good old fashioned festive spirit.
Led by Rosie Marsland of Rosieglo Yoga and artist extraordinaire Sarah Baker, we’ve teamed up to create a day that will truly nourish your soul with great yoga to inspire, creative workshops to express, amazing food to nourish, meditation to clarify, mini aromatherapy head massage to ensure deeep relaaaxation and great company to give you that all-round heart-warming feeling of connection.
Your day of escape…
Morning
You’ll arrive to a lovely welcome cuppa to help get you settled.
You’ll then start your day with a rejuvenating yoga class led by Rosie.
Designed to center your body and awaken your inner muse, this gentle flow will help you release tension and prepare for a journey of creative expression. You’ll alternate between invigorating poses to spark your creativity and restorative stretches that allow for introspection and calm.
Your inner artist will be unblocked and you’ll be ready to get creative!
Enjoy a delightful mid-morning cuppa as you settle into the festive spirit before diving into our enchanting Christmas wreath-making workshop.
Guided by artist Sarah, you’ll gather an assortment of seasonal foliage, dried flowers, and other natural materials to create your very own stunning wreath.
This hands-on experience is perfect for all skill levels and will not only connect you with the beauty of nature but also ignite your creativity. As you craft your wreath, you’ll discover the joy of working with your hands and the satisfaction of making something truly special for your home.
Sarah’s expertise and encouragement will inspire you to explore new artistic avenues and discover the joy of creating something uniquely yours to bring warmth to your home and celebrations.
Lunch
After a delightful morning of creativity, we’ll move to our cosy private lounge, to savour a delicious bowl of hearty soup paired with scrumptious sandwiches, all lovingly prepared on-site, with a lovely view of the old mill and the serene river.
Our spacious communal tables invite you to gather and share stories and laughter as you nourish and refuel. Feel free to recline into the comfy sofas, sip on a comforting cuppa, and indulge in a freshly baked brownie whilst recharging and enjoying some friendly chat.
Afternoon
Your afternoon creative workshop will be all about titillating and adding the final touches to your beautiful Christmas wreath creation. Take your time to create each bundle of foliage, add your cinnamon sticks and fragrant extras to really give it that extra natural pizazz.
Afternoon soothing cuppa
Meditation, breath and yoga nidra experience. You’ll be guided through a beautiful breath and meditation sequence to help you reground, settle and digest all that inspiring creativity.
You’ll snuggle up to the soothing sounds of the water outside, as you follow your journey inwards to find deeeep relaaaxation.
Mini aromatherapy head massage. This is the cherry on the top. As you drift on your way to relaxation, you’ll be offered a mini aromatherapy head massage to melt any lingering bubbles of tension.
This utterly blissful experience will leave you feeling light, serene, and completely rejuvenated, adding the perfect finishing touch to your day of relaxation and creativity.
We’ve chosen Egypt Mill in Nailsworth as the perfect venue for your Festive Yoga & Art Day Retreat Escape. Just 40 minutes from Cheltenham, the warm and cosy interior invites you to put your to-do list on hold and treat yourself to some festive cheer to nurture, replenish and feel that wonder of Christmas. Whilst the world continues to spin around, you’ll enter a world of fairy lights, cosy vibes, good food, great company, yoga and Christmassy creation to truly inspire and revive you.
Yoga and art make a perfect pair, offering a wonderfully enriching experience that nurtures both your body and mind. Together, they provide a delightful escape from daily stress and you’ll leave feeling connected, inspired, refreshed and with a beautiful natural Christmas wreath to adorn your home this season. Join us for a day retreat that promises relaxation, festive feels, creativity, and a lot of fun!
Book by 17th November to save £20
Sometimes, the hardest thing can be making the time for yourself. We get it. Life gets busy.
So we’ve made it super-easy for you to book our festive day retreat with a super-duper Earlybird discount of £20 off.
Simply use code FESTIVE20 and book before 17th November to get the Earlybird price of £129. Then mark 29th November in your diary with stickers, happy emojis and bright highlighters as YOUR DAY.
Spoiler alert: The full price rate of £149 will kick-in after 17th November, so grab your Earlybird now.
Your Teachers
Rosie Marsland
Rosie is the founder of Rosieglo Yoga and loves to teach in a way that brings you connection, fun and gives you a moment of respite away from the daily hustle.
Her classes are all about moving in a nourishing way that feels good, builds strength, brings ease and settles the mind.
She encourages you to notice the subtle shifts that can happen within your yoga time and how these can positively bring change to your life off of the mat.
Expect a warm-hearted class with lots of light moments to bring a smile.
Sarah Baker
Sarah is passionate about nurturing each student’s creative soul and you’ll find her teaching uplifting, inspiring and supportive.
Sarah strives for quality and believes everyone is an artist at heart.
In a world where we rely so much on technology and communicating via screens, Sarah is passionate about providing opportunities for everyone to find time to get arty…to breathe and take time to enjoy some head space, try something new, challenge yourself, nurture a talent but most of all have fun!
We’re limiting space to just 16 people to ensure each participant receives personalised attention and care.
This intimate setting allows us to provide hands-on assists during yoga sessions, soothing mini aromatherapy head massages, and one-on-one artistic guidance for your creations.
Reconnect with yourself and others in a heartwarming environment filled with creativity, nourishment, and joy. This festive retreat is designed to leave you feeling rejuvenated and ready to embrace the holiday season with open arms.
Reserve your spot now for a day of relaxation, creativity, and festive cheer!
FAQs
Q: When and where does this magical day of heart, mind and soul nourishment take place?
A: Come join us Friday 29th November. Your welcome cuppa awaits you anytime between 9.00-9.30am. We’ll be waiting for you at Egypt Mill, Nailsworth approximately 17 miles from Cheltenham and 14 miles from Cirencester. You’ll then spend the day with us in your little yoga and festive creation bubble before gently emerging at 4.00pm. You may even enjoy topping your day off with a stroll around Nailsworth and the independent shops.
Q: Do I have to be arty?
A: Sarah is an expert in encouraging your inner artist to effortlessly emerge. This festive workshop is about getting creative with natural materials and no previous experience is at all necessary.
Q: Do I have to have done yoga before?
A: Our yoga sequence on the day will be focused on nourishing movements to shift your energy and release inspiration. So long as you can get up and down from the floor unaided you’ll be fine. If you have any concerns at all, please do get in touch and have a chat with Rosie.
Q: Do I need to bring a yoga mat?
A: All yoga mats will be provided, with extra so that you can double-up if you need more cushioning. If you have your own yoga mat you are welcome to bring it.
Q: Where is this magical place?
A: Your festive day retreat will take place at the lovely Egypt Mill, Nailsworth, just a 40 minute drive from Cheltenham or Cirencester. Please get in touch if you don’t have a car and we may be able to organise a lift share for you.
Q: Is there parking?
A: Yes, there is plenty of free on-site parking. Please record your car registration inside Egypt Mill upon arrival.
Q: What if I have dietary requirements?
A: Please get in touch to let us know if you have any special dietary requirements so that we can discuss with Egypt Mill and ensure you will be catered for.
Q: What’s the Earlybird offer?
A: Book before 17th November and save £20! Use code FESTIVE20 at the checkout to grab your £20 discount. Simples!
Q: What’s the cost?
A: £129 with the Earlybird discount when booked before 17th November using the code FESTIVE20. After that the full price is £149. Includes 2 x yoga classes, 2 x festive wreath making sessions, all materials, your take home Christmas wreath, tea, coffee and soft drink options on tap, and your delicious lunch prepared by Egypt Mill.
