Women's Green Apothecary Retreat 2019
Following the success of this year's retreat, we're pleased to announce that the next will take place at Cadhay Manor, Devon 6th-13th September 2019. There are only a few places left so please email for details.
A stay at Cadhay is a rare and unique experience. Cadhay combines the grandeur of aristocratic Elizabethan living with all 21st century comforts.
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Women's Green Apothecary Retreat 2018
If you're interested in booking onto the next retreat, we've included details of the 2018 event to give you an idea of what you may expect. Exact workshops and themes for the 2019 retreat will be confirmed nearer the time.
ITINERARY
From Saturday 23rd June 2018 to Monday 25th June 2018 join qualified aromatherapist and product formulator Mercedes Harris on an exploration of plant oils and their properties for general well being. During workshops discover how to make various natural products for skin care, bath and body, pulse point oils, home fragrances and natural insect repellent.
Then Tuesday 26th to Thursday 28th complementary therapy tutor Margaret Karlinski will explore the holistic approach to commonly occurring female issues and associated conditions. You will dip into naturopathic, dietary and aromatherapeutic approaches and study various remedies from healing foods to essential oils and botanicals.
Enjoy morning and evening yoga practice on the lawn (dependant on weather) with Janey Railton, British Wheel of Yoga teacher. You will also have access to a meditation room for impromptu sessions.
From Saturday 23rd June 2018 to Monday 25th June 2018 join qualified aromatherapist and product formulator Mercedes Harris on an exploration of plant oils and their properties for general well being. During workshops discover how to make various natural products for skin care, bath and body, pulse point oils, home fragrances and natural insect repellent.
Then Tuesday 26th to Thursday 28th complementary therapy tutor Margaret Karlinski will explore the holistic approach to commonly occurring female issues and associated conditions. You will dip into naturopathic, dietary and aromatherapeutic approaches and study various remedies from healing foods to essential oils and botanicals.
Enjoy morning and evening yoga practice on the lawn (dependant on weather) with Janey Railton, British Wheel of Yoga teacher. You will also have access to a meditation room for impromptu sessions.
Daily Highlights
In addition to morning Yoga on the lawn and evening Yoga Nidri you will enjoy the following activities. Please note these may be subject to change.
- Friday 22nd June - Explore Cadhay house and gardens with an historic guided tour.
- Saturday 23rd June - Create your own cleansing and moisturising face oils & explore how to make a face mask from everyday kitchen ingredients.
- Sunday 24th June - Blend pulse point oils & develop bespoke bath and body products.
- Monday 25th June - Create room fragrances to enhance mood, repel insects or cleanse the air.
- Tuesday 26th June - Day 1 Margaret Karlinski.
- Wednesday 27th June - Day 2 Margaret Karlinski.
- Thursday 28th June - Day 3 Margaret Karlinski.
- Friday 29th June - depart 9.30am.
Retreat Pricing
- 3 nights from £345 (depending on room choice) arrival from 4pm Friday 22nd June depart 6.30pm Monday 25th June. Please note dinner is not included on Monday 25th June.
- 4 nights from £445 (depending on room choice) arrival from 4pm Monday 25th June depart 9.30am Friday 29th June.
- 7 nights from £685 (depending on room choice) arrival from 4pm Friday 22nd June depart 9.30am Friday 29th June.
Cadhay Manor Accommodation
Twin rooms (two single beds) are for shared use.
Double rooms (one double bed) are single use or can be shared.
Prices vary depending on room. Please enquire for details.
Prices vary depending on room. Please enquire for details.
Ground Floor Bedroom
Haydon, a luxurious twin with huge stone arch and fireplace
and en-suite shower room and loo. Suitable for disabled access.
First floor
Paulet, a beautiful luxurious master corner bedroom with a four-poster double, carved stone fireplace (ornamental), double aspect windows and large en-suite bathroom suite with roll-top bath plus hand-shower. BOOKED
Whetham, a luxurious corner room with contemporary double handcrafted half-tester, view over the garden and en suite bathroom (bath plus hand-shower and washbasin). BOOKED
Barton, a lovely double aspect corner room with fine four-poster double. Bathroom next door or very nearby, possibly shared with one other bedroom.
Reibey, a small double room with a view to the front of the house. Bathroom next door or very nearby, possibly shared with one other bedroom. Bathroom next door or very nearby, possibly shared with one other bedroom.
Sugar Plum, a luxurious corner four-poster double with Georgian panelling, window seat and double aspect windows. BOOKED
The Nursery, a lovely twin with double aspect windows and window seat. Bathroom next door, possibly shared with one other bedroom.
The Dressing Room (no photo) A single bedroom. Sharing bathroom, with another room.
Top Floor
Accommodation comprises two separate attics - East and West.
The East Attic
There is a large anteroom with a table tennis table.
Perevil, a large twin bedroom with its own bathroom and views across the front lawn. AVAILABLE
Newton, a twin bedroom with own bathroom and views across the front lawn. AVAILABLE
The West Attic
McClintock, a twin bedroom, has a cottage feel with the beams, views over the walled kitchen garden and cottages. McClintock has its own bathroom. BOOKED
Peere Williams, a super king double bedroom has a cottage feel with the beams, views over the walled kitchen garden and cottages. Peere Williams has its own sitting room and bathroom. BOOKED
Phyllis (no photo). A double room with shower room. BOOKED
MORE IMAGES OF THE HOUSE:
The dining room - for formal or informal meals in splendour.
Living Hall
Drawing room, with beautiful views over the lawns.
Library
Roof chamber
