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The Woodland Facilities

Experience mindfulness meditation and a transformative connection to nature – in an incredible Woodland Retreat setting far from life's frantic pace.

Sharpham Woodland Retreat participants speak of feelings of gratitude, wonder, calm, self-insight and positive emotions afterwards.

Participants get to explore the gardens and the wider estate guided by our experienced leaders.

Our Woodland Retreats run seasonally from June to September and are based in secluded woodland located above the gardens and grounds surrounding Sharpham House.

 

Sharpham Trust Woodland Retreat

Bell Tents

Each participant stays in their own large 4m bell tent close to the campsite facilities. It includes a foam mattress, pillow and a small table.

Sharpham Trust Woodland Retreats Shared Dining

Outdoor Dining Room

You will enjoy vegetarian meals prepared by the main House kitchen in our outdoor dining room covered with a canopy in the woodland. Tea and coffee is available 24/7.

Shower Block

Shower Block

We have a purpose built shower and toilet block next to the campsite offering hot showers 24/7.

Sharpham Trust Woodland retreats and courses

Fire Temple

The group can gather arouind the fire in our timber Fire Temple for sharing and meditations.

Walled Gardens at Sharpham House

Gardens

Groups have access to our gardens and the Croquet lawn for morning movement sessions overlooking the River Dart.

Swimming Pool

Swimming Pool

Participants on retreat are able to use the unheated open air swimming pool in the walled garden from May to September. The pool is open most weekdays (and occasionally on weekends) from 9am – 4:30pm.

The Trust advises against swimming in the River Dart for safety and health reasons. If you decide to do so then please tell someone and be aware it is at your own risk.

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Cycling and Walking

There are extensive private walking routes aroubd the estate as well as a 2.5km cycling and walking route to Totnes.

Sharpham Trust Woodland retreats and courses
Sharpham Trust Woodland retreats and courses
Sharpham Trust Woodland Retreats
Women Woodland Retreats at Sharpham Trust