Weekend Hiking & Yoga Holiday in Carsington Water, Peak District
Join us for our 3-night Weekend Yoga & Hiking Retreat, where you’ll stay in a secluded Georgian farmhouse with stunning views of the Derbyshire valleys, just a short walk from Carsington Water. Your yoga holiday includes two guided hikes with experienced mountain guides, twice-daily yoga sessions, and delicious wholesome meals. Set in the heart of the countryside at Carsington Water in the Peak District, our retreat offers the perfect balance of tranquility and vitality.
New for 2025, is our 3-night weekend hiking and yoga holiday at Carsington Water in the Peak District. Carsington Water, one of the largest reservoirs in England, offers beautiful walking trails and diverse wildlife. This yoga retreat is perfect for nature-loving yogis who enjoy hiking and being active, but also like to relax with yoga in a peaceful setting. On this 3-night yoga retreat, from Friday to Monday, you can find relaxation in nature while being revitalised by yoga, hikes, food, and new friends.
Your days on this Carsington Water retreat will be active and relaxing and you can join in as much or as little as you like. There’s nothing better than being in a new environment where every need is taken care of so you can switch off from the day to day. Included on your 3 night yoga retreat is two guided hikes with with qualified mountain guides where you will climb hills for expansive views of the rolling countryside, and on your return, enjoy a post-hike snack and delicious vegetarian and plant-based meals throughout your stay.
What makes this retreat so special, is the venue – you will be staying on a 10-acre farm with stunning views of the valley, fields, and fishing lake. The main house is a recently refurbished Georgian farmhouse with elegant period features. There is a large sunroom with beautiful views, a snug with a wood-burning stove, and an outdoor hot tub. In the warmer months, enjoy your morning cup of tea on the patio, surrounded by rolling hills. In the colder months, curl up with a book in the snug or chat with your new retreat friends. A short walk away is Carsington Water, where you can go birdwatching, or, for those seeking adventure, you can take part in sailing or SUP. This home is the perfect place to enjoy the tranquility of the secluded Derbyshire valley after a day of activities.
We run our 3-night yoga holidays in Carsington Water in the Peak District throughout 2025.
Looking for a longer retreat? We run our yoga holiday in Carsington Water for 4-nights here.
Check out more about The Peak District HERE
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Location
Carsington Water, Peak District, Derbyshire -
Season
All year round -
Duration
3 nights weekend -
Group size
14 -
Accommodation
Georgian Farmhouse & Barn Conversion -
Meeting Point
Cromford Train Station -
Yoga level
All levels -
Activity level
Beginner -
Food
Veggie/Plant-Based
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On our 3-night hiking and yoga holiday in Carsington Water, feel free to arrive from 4 pm on the first day to allow time to settle in before the first yoga class and dinner.
After a shorter yoga class and brunch, the retreat will end at 10 am on the final day.
A Typical Day
8am - 9.30am
Morning yoga class to energise on the decking if sunny with stunning views
9.40am
Brunch of vegan and veggie delights
10.30am - 4pm
First day: Guided hike in the Derbyshire valleys with qualified hiking guides with packed lunch
10.30am - 4pm
Second Day: Guided hike in the Derbyshire valleys with qualified hiking guides with packed lunch
5pm - 7pm
Restorative evening yoga class to unwind and revive
7.15pm
2 course vegetarian/ vegan evening meal
10pm
Bedtime!
We make sure everything is included in your 3 night hiking and yoga retreat in Carsington Water, in the Peak District with us.
What's included
Beautiful cosy accommodation in rural tranquil Peak District
1.5 hrs of morning yoga practice to energise
2 hour evening yoga practices to unwind and calm with restorative practices, meditation and Yoga Nidra
3 x Delicious wholesome vegetarian/vegan brunches
3 x Light lunch or packed lunch if out hiking
3 x Delicious vegetarian/vegan evening meals
Two Guided hikes with qualified guides (transfers to hike included)
Amazing AdventureYogi hosts to look after your every need
What's not included
- Travel to and from the venue
- Travel insurance - highly recommend getting
- Extra activites at Carsington Water instead of hikes (eg. sailing, SUP)
- Massage treatments
- Yoga equipment
Accommodation in The Peak District - Carsington Water
This stunning venue is located in Ashbourne right next to Carsington Water in the heart of the Peak District. The main house is a restored Georgian farmhouse with elegant period features and state-of-the-art conveniences. The jewel in the crown of this magnificent property is the vast and sumptuous sunroom, with its striking plush couches and views overlooking the rose bushes, wide lawns and private fishing lake. There is a large terrace where you can enjoy the natural serenity of the Derbyshire Dales, or take a dip in the hot tub to wind down after a day of hiking.
The main house features six spacious bedrooms, each with their own unique boutique style and private ensuite and a mix of single or twin occupancy. The other bedrooms are in a beautiful barn conversion that combines state-of-the-art appliances with rustic wood and stone to create the perfect backdrop for a modern, rural retreat. There are five bedrooms all with an en-suite bathroom and a mix of single or twin occupancy.
Ware only a 3.5hr drive or a wonderful 1.5 hour train journey away from central London.
The nearest big train station is Derby and where you will find taxis. It’s about a 25-30 minute journey by car to Derby. The closest train station to the venue is Cromford which you can get to by changing trains at Derby train station. It’s about a 15-20 minute journey by car, however, this station is much smaller so it may be more difficult to arrange taxis.
Please be aware that the below times may have changed but, give you an idea of trains that work with the retreat schedule.
Derby is the best station from London St Pancreas
Arrival Day
Depart London Pancreas – 14:02 Arrive Derby – 15:28
Departure Day
Depart Derby – 11:10 Arrive London St Pancreas – 12:39
Heron House (Georgian Farmhouse)
Room 1: Single Occupancy Superior Room with double bed & en-suite (large bathroom with walk-in shower): £799
Room 2: Single Occupancy Superior Room with double bed & en-suite (large bathroom with bath): £799
Room 3: Twin Occupancy Superior Room with two single beds & en-suite (large bathroom with walk-in shower): £639pp
Room 4: Twin Occupancy Superior Room with two single beds & en-suite (large bathroom with walk-in shower & bath): £679pp
Room 5: Twin Occupancy Superior Room with two single beds & en-suite (bathroom with bath): £599pp
Room 6: Single Occupancy Superior Suite with double bed & en-suite (free standing bath in room and large bathroom with a shower) : £849
Woodpecker Barn (Barn Conversion)
Single Occupancy Standard Room with double bed & en-suite: £749
Twin Occupancy Standard Room with two single beds & en-suite: £579pp
A twin is two single beds for two people (you will be sharing with one other yogi).
If you would like to book a room as two friends or as a couple, please email us at [email protected].
If any room options aren’t available on our website please email us on the contact form at the bottom of this page or on [email protected].
This weekend Carsington Water, Peak District yoga retreat is suitable for anyone who'd like a relaxing staycation in the UK to refresh. Yoga to relax, healthy food and much-needed time out. Beginners are always welcome The hikes are suitable for all levels with the times varying depending on the route taken.
Suitability : Level
- All ages
- Beginners
- Intermediate
- Men & Women
Sustainability
We are working towards reducing our carbon footprint, and here are some ways we, as a company, are doing this.
We are a 88% vegan company, 10% vegetarian and 2% fish or meat (only when staying in boutique hotels that offer these options). This makes up a huge percentage of carbon emissions that we avoid so easily because our food is still delicious, balanced and even more creative. So, thanks to you all for enjoying our healthy (mostly) plant-based meals.
The difference: Most travel companies struggle to reduce their travellers’ meat and dairy consumption, which accounts for a large portion of their carbon emissions.
We stay primarily in one location for the duration of the retreat. We have started staying in a few locations on our long haul, but it is limited to 2 or 3 locations over an 8 – 10 night period. Staying in one place means low carbon emissions because we aren’t burning fuel to get around.
The difference: Other adventure travel companies move around every two days, using alot of petrol in vehicles for sometimes only 1 or 2 people.
Our activities are low-impact—yoga, hiking, surfing, skiing/boarding, whitewater rafting, SUP, and kayaking are all very low-carbon activities, in fact, zero-carbon (except skiing/snowboarding due to the ski lifts, which is also low). These activities are included in the price we measure. The carbon may increase with travel to and from these activities in vehicles.
The difference: Other travel companies can include high-carbon activities in the price, such as jet skiing, quad biking, and jeep driving, which increases their carbon footprint.
We run more than half of our retreats and holidays in the UK; these are very low-carbon holidays.
We currently don’t measure our guests’ travel as part of our carbon output because our guests don’t only come from the UK, so it is hard for us to predict this. We also don’t include travel in the holiday price, which is not part of our calculations. We know that we provide these holidays, so we are looking to include this carbon measurement in the future so we are investigating how we can reduce this.
The carbon measurements at the top of the page with the icons are per person for the whole retreat.
Ultra-low-carbon holidays
These holidays are below 200 kg per person, and our UK retreats are below 100 or even 70 kg, so these are great adventures for low carbon breaks.
Ski holidays are actually low in carbon!
In France, many ski resorts are turning to green energy to power the lifts. If you eat low in meat and dairy while you’re there and hire your ski equipment, this makes your trip as low-carbon as possible.
How can you help?
There are ways that you can help reduce your carbon when coming on our retreats and holidays:
Travel by train, try slow travel across Europe and the UK.
If travelling abroad to Europe or further afield, choose carbon capture schemes, check out Ecologi. Offsetting is not the best thing to do these days, but try carbon capture where you pay for carbon to be absorbed into the environment.
Car share UK – we recommend when guests travel by train to arrive and depart at the same time to taxi share – which helps keep costs and carbon emissions down. Why not consider car share, too? Most guests who drive come alone or with a friend; we have WhatsApp groups that, if you like, you can see who is driving from your area and enjoy getting to know each other on the way to the retreats, and save on your carbon emissions at the same time!
We are by no means saints when it comes to producing carbon, as a travel company we know this is very difficult to reduce. We are working to reduce our carbon output each year by measuring it and then creating plans to reduce it. We are reviewing all our venues and asking them how they can improve their carbon reduction as we don’t own any of our venues but we would like to work with them to help in any way we can. We want to be transparent with this, so please get in touch for more information. As we change things, we will update the website.
Beautiful Peak District
Escape to the breath taking beauty of the Peak District for a transformative yoga retreat. As England’s first National Park, established in 1951, the Peak District offers a rural gem in the heart of central England. With its expansive trails meandering through rolling hills and deep valleys, it’s a true haven for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts. We run our retreats in two areas of the Peak District – Hope Valley & Carsington Water.
Hope Valley
We have been running our 3 & 4 night yoga retreats in Hope Valley for the past few years and it’s a truly beautiful area of the Peak District. Our venue has expansive views of the valleys and hikes straight from the door. Hope Valley boasts picturesque villages, such as Hathersage, which is rich in history and was visited by Charlotte Bronte to inspire her novel “Jane Eyre”. Only a two-hour train journey from Central London, the Peak District provides a convenient escape into nature’s embrace.
Carsington Water
New for 2025, are our 3 & 4 night yoga retreats in Carsington Water. This area of the Peak District combines rolling hills with a picturesque reservoir, making it an ideal choice for nature enthusiasts. The reservoir is only a short walk away and is full of wildlife, perfect for bird-watching. Our venue is on 10 acres of farmland and has it’s own lake and wide lawns making it a peaceful setting to escape to. Carsington Water is only a 1.5hr train journey from Central London, meaning you can absorb yourself in nature in no time.
On our retreats in Hope Valley & Carsington Water you can immerse yourself in the raw and wild feel of the Peak District, spanning over 550 square miles of diverse landscapes and habitats. From vast open spaces to charming villages nestled along wide rivers and streams, there are ample opportunities for wild swims or simply dipping your toes in the refreshing waters.
During our yoga retreat, you’ll have the freedom to tailor your experience to your preferences. Join our guided hikes to explore the picturesque surroundings, and afterward, indulge in relaxation amidst the retreat center’s stunning grounds, offering panoramic views that inspire tranquility.
For those seeking a slower pace, in both Hope Valley & Carsington Water there are plenty of areas to cosy up with a good book and a cup of tea, allowing yourself to unwind completely. As part of our commitment to your well-being, we’ve curated a collection of informative articles to complement your retreat experience. Explore topics such as managing social anxiety, embarking on a transformative journey with Forrest Yoga, understanding the popularity of yoga retreats, and discovering the benefits of yoga for climbing.
To further explore these enriching resources, visit the following links:
- Managing Social Anxiety
- A Journey into Forrest Yoga
- The Popularity of Yoga Retreats: 5 Reasons Why
- Yoga for Climbing
Embark on a rejuvenating yoga retreat in the awe-inspiring landscape of the Peak District, where nature’s beauty and holistic well-being harmonise to create an unforgettable experience.
About the yoga
On our 3-night hiking yoga retreat in Carsington Water, Peak District, the classes are suitable for all abilities from beginners to intermediate. Everyone is welcome! Our inspiring and experienced teachers are well-practised at adapting the class to everyone’s level.
The yoga teacher will create a more dynamic morning class to prepare you for the day’s hike with vinyasa and hatha flow styles of yoga. The evening class will enable deep relaxation with restorative and yin yoga, meditation, and yoga nidra.
Highlights
Beautiful Georgian farmhouse and barn conversion
Experience Carsington Water reservoir
Beautiful views across the Peak District valleys
Two days of guided hikes with experienced guides
Outdoor hot tub to admire the stars in the dark skies
About the Food
We are a Vegetarian / plant-based company and take great pride in creating incredible food on our retreats.
Our breakfasts are a mixture of savoury and sweet with eggs, yoghurt, bread and butter, and milk, as well as coffee/tea and plant-based options.
Lunch and dinner are more plant-based. Our chefs create diverse and imaginative menus that highlight the seasonality of local produce. We are able to cater to all dietary requirements.
We aren’t a detox retreat, our food is wholesome and healthy so it will feel like a break from the norm, but not enough to experience detox symptoms so that you can enjoy the retreat throughout.
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