Upcoming events.
Retreat: An "un-doing" day
Join the wonderful Mel Skinner with Nemia from Nuthatch Retreat for a day to let yourself really, truly rest. This is a day of “un-doing”, where we will release the stresses and tensions of the body, relax and calm the mind, and give ourselves permission to just be, and in doing so, enjoy the beauty all around us.
Let go of the shoulds and coulds, of the expectations and responsibilities, and melt into relaxation in this beautiful heart of the Forest.
Mel and Nemia met over 10 years ago when Nemia was catering on a yoga teacher training retreat in Cornwall. Since then Mel has gone on to focus on deep rest (yoga nidra) and restorative yoga, offering regular retreats - some of which Nemia has catered for in the past - workshops and teacher training. Mel’s first book, Rest is Radical, published in 2020, can be found in the Nuthatch Retreat library and is a wonderful reminder and resource for deep relaxation, which is something we also hope to nurture during your visits.
For full details about the “un-doing” day and to book your place head to Retreats on Mel’s website.
£85 full price
£75 early bird - book by 8th August - just use the coupon code UNDO when booking.
Maximum 10 places available
*Why not extend your visit by booking a stay with us for the Friday & Saturday nights to aid the 'un-doing' experience? We are offering 20% off a 2-night stay (the Sunday will be an earlier ‘check-out’ than our normal bookings as we get the space ready for your retreat experience).
Get in touch with Nemia to book.
Retreat days at Nuthatch Retreat
We’re in conversation with a number of teachers and practitioners about a series of day retreats and workshops in the autumn and into 2026. Think yoga, food, creativity and more.
Watch this space for dates and info.
Connect with your creative practice
A creative retreat: Come for a day of nourishment and re-connect with whatever your creative practice may be. Hosted by Nemia from Nuthatch Retreat and Alice Ballentyne Dykes from Mama Coaching.
So far we have a small group of songwriters, but this invitation is for anyone looking for facilitated time, space and company to focus on their creative juices.
SCHEDULE (Subject to some changes)
9am - Leave Bristol (transport available if travelling from here)
10am - Arrive for a cuppa and a gentle start. Intros to your fellow practitioners, some mindful movement and intention setting for the day.
11am-12.30 / 2-3.30pm Morning & afternoon sessions are carved out for you to write, create, find your flow.
12.30pm A vegetarian lunch of delicious nourishment is provided followed by a walk or rest - whatever you need here can be supported.
4pm - We’ll round off the afternoon with the opportunity to share, reflect and connect with others in the group over tea and cake before you head back home.
5pm - Home time (a lift is available back to Bristol if that’s where you’ve travelled from)
THIS IS A PILOT EVENT TO TEST THE WATERS AND SEE WHAT POTENTIAL THERE IS FOR A REGULAR CREATIVE RETREAT DAY AND WHAT THAT COULD LOOK LIKE.
PILOT PRICE: £60 (incl. travel from Bristol)
A discount is available if you’re travelling from elsewhere.
BOOKINGS: Deadline is Monday 7th August. Please email hello@nuthatchretreat.co.uk or DM Alice on 07780673467.
The Meals Our Mothers’ Made
An evening of community, stories of food and the recipes our mothers (and grandmothers) made. Gather around the fire for a humble feast, bring a dish, a cookbook or recipe to swap or share, along with fond tales of memorable dishes that soothe the soul.
We know that ‘mothering' comes in many forms and food can often sit at the heart of it. We invite you to join us on this Mothering Sunday with your favourite story of a meal or recipe that a maternal figure in your life has made or shared with you.
Conjure up what that meal or recipe means to you, through a story that brings joy, laughter or tears, as we cosy around the fire-pit (weather permitting). Share its magic and maybe its secrets, or, just bring a well loved cook book that’s ready for a new home. Bring a dish to share with your fellow cooks and story tellers so that we may all enjoy our culinary offerings!
All ages welcome.
This event is free but tickets must be reserved via the FOD Fringe bookings page.
Coffee, Chocolate & Wellbeing Day Retreat (Sun)
Join us for a beautiful day retreat between the seasons to let the light back in & wake up your body and mind.
Winter is the time to let the seeds of our intentions be embedded & rest in the rich ground of our mind & subconscious.
With spring just around the corner, we invite you to join us for a day to focus on slowly waking your senses from their winter rest. Nourish & revitalise your body & mind through taste, smell, sound & deep sensory connection.
Set in a tranquil location here at Nuthatch Retreat in the Forest of Dean, the day includes tasting coffee & chocolate, beautiful sensory sound sessions, hot chocolate blending - and so much more.
What to expect
Coffee Brewing as a Ritual
Coffee + Chocolate Pairing
Restorative Yoga + Meditation
Create Your Own Hot Chocolate Blend
Relaxing Sound Bath
Nourishing Light Lunch
When + Where
Choose your preferred day (same programme on both days):
Saturday, March 1st OR Sunday, March 2nd 2025 from 10:00-16:30
Tickets (purchased via Calm Cocoa)
£90 per person (includes light vegetarian lunch & drinks)
*If you’d like to purchase this lovely event as a gift, there’s an option to add a gift note & we’ll send you a digital voucher to share with the lucky recipient
Cancellation policy:
- You can cancel up to & including 28 days before the first retreat day (midnight Saturday 1st Feb 2025) and we will refund the full amount
- If you cancel 14-27 days before the retreat weekend (midnight Saturday 14th Feb 2025) we'll refund 50% of your payment
- Unfortunately if you cancel less than 14 days before the first retreat day (after Saturday 14th Feb 2025) we won't be able to refund your payment
Coffee, Chocolate & Wellbeing Day Retreat (Sat)
Join us for a beautiful day retreat between the seasons to let the light back in & wake up your body and mind.
Winter is the time to let the seeds of our intentions be embedded & rest in the rich ground of our mind & subconscious.
With spring just around the corner, we invite you to join us for a day to focus on slowly waking your senses from their winter rest. Nourish & revitalise your body & mind through taste, smell, sound & deep sensory connection.
Set in a tranquil location here at Nuthatch Retreat in the Forest of Dean, the day includes tasting coffee & chocolate, beautiful sensory sound sessions, hot chocolate blending - and so much more.
What to expect
Coffee Brewing as a Ritual
Coffee + Chocolate Pairing
Restorative Yoga + Meditation
Create Your Own Hot Chocolate Blend
Relaxing Sound Bath
Nourishing Light Lunch
When + Where
Choose your preferred day (same programme on both days):
Saturday, March 1st OR Sunday, March 2nd 2025 from 10:00-16:30
Tickets (purchased via Calm Cocoa)
£90 per person (includes light vegetarian lunch & drinks)
*If you’d like to purchase this lovely event as a gift, there’s an option to add a gift note & we’ll send you a digital voucher to share with the lucky recipient
Cancellation policy:
- You can cancel up to & including 28 days before the first retreat day (midnight Saturday 1st Feb 2025) and we will refund the full amount
- If you cancel 14-27 days before the retreat weekend (midnight Saturday 14th Feb 2025) we'll refund 50% of your payment
- Unfortunately if you cancel less than 14 days before the first retreat day (after Saturday 14th Feb 2025) we won't be able to refund your payment