Gardener Emily answers questions about our debut Mindful Gardening retreat

27th August, 2026

We are combining contemplation with horticulture to create our Mindful Gardening retreats at Sharpham - with lots of time spent in the 18th century Walled Garden behind Sharpham House.

You'll be alongside skilled, experienced and mindful gardeners, weaving knowledge and meditative practices to create a retreat to restore & enrich your soul...

Here, garden trainee Kate North interviews Co-Head gardener Emily Ings to find out what each retreat entails.