Let peace and love be all we seek
Healing Yoga and Meditation Retreat
13 - 16 August 2021
Come and join senior yoga teacher Nickyy in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds for this transformational and deeply healing yoga retreat. Relax and restore your mind and body in a safe and inclusive space whilst held in the peace and beauty of nature.
This retreat is an opportunity to pause, reflect and begin the process of healing from the global events that have affected as all so profoundly at every level of our lives.
Tailored yoga classes will help ease and release physical tension and create a feeling of freedom and openness in the body, and other yogic practices including meditation and breathing practices will calm a worried mind and sooth a frayed nervous system.
Dive deeper in the evenings with healing interactive workshops based on the science of polyvagal theory and other healing modalities. Share and explore your experiences in a safe and inclusive environment and discover ways to build emotional and mental resilience.
Find a compassionate and nourishing connection with yourself and others, nourish your body with wholesome and delicious local sourced bio-dynamic vegetarian and vegan food and replenish your body and mind with nature walks and lots of rest and relaxation.
Reignite your joy, heal your heart and find your trust in life again in these 4 transformative days.
LOCATION
Dev Aura is a lovingly restored rectory nestled in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds in over 40 acres of beautifully tended grounds. The house and grounds present beautiful scenery and relaxed surroundings. If you are looking for peace and serenity, the grounds are the perfect tonic, with large lawns, a beautiful pond and a meditation room hidden at the end of the garden. The Dev Aura house is light and airy with a spacious dining room as well as 2 sitting rooms. There is easy access ground floor bedrooms are provided for those with mobility needs. There are multiple bathrooms located throughout the house with easy access from all bedrooms.
YOGA & MEDITATION
Dive deep into your practice in the beautiful light filled purpose-built yoga and space.Â
The room is surrounded by beautiful views of the garden which can be see though the conservatory windows and doors leading out to the gardens.
Outside is a purpose built meditation nestled at the end of the garden where you can go to meditate or reflect.Â
All equipment is provided: yoga mats, blocks, and eye bags are available for purchase on site.
It’s incredible how many people say they’d like to get fitter and healthier, but aren’t quite sure about where to start. That’s where I come in. I offer a fitness structure and the positive reinforcement you need, so that you can concentrate on getting your body and mind into the state you desire.
CUISINE
Your body and mind will be delighted and nourished with stunning seasonal vegetarian and vegan menus using organic and biodynamic produce grown in the Dev Aura grounds and on the biodynamic farm. Enjoy a fully catered buffet style breakfast, lunch and dinner plus refreshments for break times including freshly baked homemade cakes and tea and coffee. Dietary needs can be catered for.
It’s incredible how many people say they’d like to get fitter and healthier, but aren’t quite sure about where to start. That’s where I come in. I offer a fitness structure and the positive reinforcement you need, so that you can concentrate on getting your body and mind into the state you desire.
LIBRARY & INDOOR GARDEN
The library is positioned outside the teaching room in a beautiful conservatory environment that encompasses an indoor garden of rich bougainvillea flowers contrasted with the blue plumbago blooms. Here you will find a selection of books for you to enjoy during your stay. Here you may just wish to sit and reflect or get comfy and chat with other retreat participants.
ACCOMMODATION
Sleep well in peace and comfort in Dev Auras lovely bright cosy bedrooms. Choose a private room with a bathroom of your own or a shared room with access to multiple bathrooms on every level of of the house.
WHAT IS INCLUDED​
- 3 nights accommodation in a beautiful and lovingly restored country rectory.
- Daily morning meditation and yoga asana in the light filled equipped yoga studio.
- Daily afternoon healing restorative asana and pranayama (breathing exercises).
- Daily evening specialized healing workshops.
- Locally sourced bio-dynamic vegan/vegetarian breakfasts, lunch and dinner plus two breaks per day with refreshments and homemade cakes.
- Opportunities to go walking and trekking through the surrounds of the property and the stunning countryside of the Lincolnshire Wolds.
- Plenty of time to rest and restore, read a book, be peaceful in nature, float in the pool.
- Daily unlimited filtered water tea, coffee.
- Bed and bath linens.
- Use of all yoga props including mats, cushions and blankets.
- Wifi available throughout the property.
- Parking space
- Pre and post retreat support
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WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
- Travel to and from the venue
- Insurance costs
- Extra drinks or refreshments
- Optional visit to the local biodynamic farm
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CHECK IN
Friday 13 August at 5pm
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CHECK OUT
Monday 16 August at 11am
INVESTMENT
Twin Room £599pp
Clean and comfortable room with handbasin.
Single bed in a shared twin room.
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Twin Room with En Suite £649pp
Clean and comfortable room with handbasin. Single bed in a shared twin room with en suite.
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Private Double Room £749pp
Clean and comfortable double room with a handbasin.
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Private Double Room with En Suite £799pp
Clean and comfortable double room with En Suite.
Beds and rooms will be allocated on a first come first served basis so early booking is advised.
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A deposit of £250 will secure your place.
All monies to be paid by 1 August 2021.
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TRAVEL
Location
Dev Aura is located in Little London, Tetford. The postcode provided should bring you to the property, however if you do get stuck, Dev Aura is down the little lane next to the church
Little London, Tetford, Horncastle LN9 6QL, UK
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Nearest Town
Horncastle is the nearest Town. It lies to the south of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Horncastle is a quintessential market town offering an abundance of shops, eateries and pubs.
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Nearest Airport
East Midlands Airport is an international airport in the East Midlands of England, close to Castle Donington, Leicestershire, between Loughborough, Derby and Nottingham. The following airlines also fly into Norwich airport - LoganAir, Virgin Atlantic, KLM Cityhopper, Delta, KLM, Kenya Airways, Air France and TUI.
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Train stations
SKEGNESS-Lumley Square, Skegness PE25 3QL
lINCOLN-St Marys Street, Lincoln LN5 7EW,
BOSTON-Station Approach, Boston PE21 3RN
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Your Teacher and Guide
I am a Senior Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance Professionals and have had the absolute pleasure and honour of teaching yoga and facilitating retreats and groups all over the world including Asia and Australia for the past 14 years. I have been a devoted yoga practitioner for 19 grateful years. I teach an alignment-based vinyasa style yoga, guided meditations, pranayama (breath practices) and restorative practices. My teaching is rooted in the wisdoms of the ancient yoga scriptures and a heartfelt compassion and love for all beings. I truly believe a regular practice of yoga can heal the body, mind and heart and I would be honoured to share the experience of this healing retreat with you at this unique time in all of our lives.
Contact Me
Please get in touch via email if you have any questions or to book your spot. I will then send you a Paypal link or my bank details for your deposit (whichever is easiest for you) to secure your place on this journey together. nickyythomasyoga@gmail.com
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Blessings and love. xxx