October 4 Nights Hiking & Yoga Retreat, Brecon Beacons
Brecon Beacons, 28th October - 1st November 2024
Time to explore the stunning countryside of the Brecon beacons National Park and relax with yoga!
Join us for a 4 night mid-week autumn yoga retreat in the Brecon Beacons, with hikes surrounded by breathtaking views and yoga everyday. This retreat in October is the ideal way to get away from the day-to-day and immerse yourself in nature.
Stay in a family-owned multi-property estate that dates back to 1176, it was initially a farm serving the local monastery. Since then, it has had stunning renovations to create a beautiful retreat space.
Why not stay in one of the main barns? Or maybe, try out a quirky converted wheat silo? Either way, you will enjoy lots of space and room options.
Of course, get your hiking boots ready to enjoy two days of guided hikes with qualified guides. On the third day try horse riding, more hiking or visit the delightful Hay on Wye for the afternoon which is within walking distance. Want to fully relax? You could curl up in front of the open fire or enjoy a massage from our talented team. Truly, you will feel rested and restored, ready for winter.
With up to 3.5 hours of yoga a day, delicious vegan food from one of our fabulous chefs and gorgeous accommodation you will feel cared for throughout.
Check out more about the Brecon Beacons here
Itinerary
On our October hiking yoga retreat in the Brecon Beacons, the mid-week guests are advised to arrive between 4 pm and 5.30 pm on Monday. This allows time to settle in before the first yoga class at 6 pm. Dinner will be served at 8.00 pm.
The retreat will end at 11am on Friday after a power hour yoga class and brunch.
A Typical Day
8am - 10am
Morning yoga class to energise
10am
Delicious brunch of warming wholesome vegan treats
11am - 4pm
First & Second day: Guided hike with qualified hiking guides with packed lunch and transfers to and from the start and finish locations to venue
11am - 4pm
Third Day: Visit Hay-on-Wye or relax and have a massage
5pm - 7pm
Restorative evening yoga class
7.15pm
2 course vegetarian/ vegan evening meal
10pm
Bedtime!
Beautiful Brecon Beacons
Join us in Wales, in the county of Breconshire where the rugged Welsh landscape of the Brecon Beacons inspires and takes your breath away each visit.
If you love to be in the Welsh countryside, surrounded by rolling hills, rivers, streams, nature and peace and quiet this is the right yoga retreat for you. With the closest town being Hay-On-Wye, you are in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park. About 3 1/2 hrs from London or 1 1/2 hrs from Bristol, take time out of your busy schedule to really relax and restore body and mind in this healing space.
You can choose to be as active or relaxed as you like on this yoga retreat, enjoy the free guided hike and then enjoy the grounds of the retreat to relax.
For those who want even more, Brecon Beacons activity holidays offer a variety of activities to choose from, like canoeing down the River Wye, horse riding or wandering into Hay-On-Wye as it is only 10 minutes away and exploring the infamous book shops and cafes.
Our Yoga Teachers
Over the 17 years that AY has been organising our bespoke retreats, we have always made sure that we work with exceptional yoga teachers who are dedicated to their practice and live and breathe yoga, so you can feel safe in the knowledge that you will be inspired, relaxed and tensions dissolved by the end of your retreat with us.
About the yoga
On our October hiking yoga retreat in the Brecon Beacons, the classes are suitable for all abilities. From beginners to intermediate and advanced levels, everyone is welcome. Furthermore, our inspiring and experienced teachers are well-practised at adapting the class to everyone’s level.
The yoga teacher will create a more dynamic class in the morning to get you ready for the day’s hike and adventures. Then, the evening class will be slightly longer to enable deep relaxation with yoga Nidra.
Your yoga practice is held in a beautiful converted barn with beams, large windows for maximum sunlight and wooden floors.
Highlights
Stunning traditional manor house venue with lots of space
Experience the Brecon Beacons in summer
A guided hike with experienced guides in the Brecon Beacons National Park
Spend time in nature and connect to yourself
Explore Hay on Wye or try horse riding or canoeing
About the food
All of our retreat chefs are highly experienced and passionate about their craft. We have always been a vegan/vegetarian company! Expect delicious and creative brunch, lunch, and 2-course evening meal. Each meal will be balanced to keep you energised all day.
On the hike day, we provide a packed lunch to be enjoyed in nature.
We can cater for all dietary needs so please let us know on booking of any specific requirements.
Suitability
This October hiking yoga retreat in the Brecon Beacons is suitable for anyone who'd like a relaxing staycation in the UK. Yoga to relax, healthy food to cleanse, time out to rebalance. Beginners are welcome as well as all ages. The hikes are suitable for all levels with the times varying for 2 to 3.5hrs each time.
All ages
Beginners
Intermediate
Men & Women