Lakes Yoga + Wild Swimming Retreat 20th-23rd June 2025

Join Nichi for yoga, swimming and walking in the gorgeous Lake District. A retreat not to be missed we will be staying in the bunk house in t and coach house in the grounds of Rydal Hall just across from Rydal water.

All food, yoga teaching,guided swimming and walks are included.Transport is not included but lift sharing can be arranged and it is easy to get the train to Windermere. A bus from the station takes only 20 minutes.

Accommodation in the bunkhouse is in dormitory style accommodation- maximum in a room is 4 in the larger rooms. Camping may be available. Just check with Nichi first when booking.

Food is provided- 2 evening meals, 2 lunches and 3 breakfasts. We will eat in the local pub on one of the evenings ( this is not included)

Pricing:

Bunkhouse Shared Room- £320 per person for three nights accommodation. Accommodation is in shared rooms sleeping a maximum of 4 people. Rooms are large so there is plenty of space.

Coach House-More luxurious accommodation in the grounds of Rydal Hall.

Twin room £395 per person.

Shared double £550 between 2 people

Sofa bed in 2nd lounge £320 for 1 person

Camping place £150 ( this does not include your camping pitch)

Modern and comfortable the bunkhouse will accommodate up to 13 of the group on this retreat so you will have plenty of space across the bedrooms. All beds have memory foam mattresses. You need to bring your own bedding ( duvet or sleeping bag and single sheet) a pillow and pillow case is provided. The bunkhouse is set in the grounds of rydal and has a drying room and a large lounge area.

You need a good general level of fitness to attend this retreat and must have good hiking boots, waterproof and a swimming float. ( a wetsuit if you don’t like cold water!!) You must also be able to swim.

Schedule

Friday

2pm Meet at Rydal and go for a swim in Rydal water.

4pm Cup of tea and settle into accommodations. Orientation and welcome.

5.30-6.30pm Hatha Yoga

7.45pm Veggie/Vegan dinner

Saturday

8am-10.00am Meditation, Vinyasa Yoga and Pranayama

10:30am Brunch

12:00-1:30pm Yoga Workshop

2:00pm – Drive to Grasmere. Hike up to Easedale tarn and swim. Solstice celebration and picnic. ( weather dependant). This is a steep hike and good walking shoes are needed. You will also be carrying your swim gear, food and water so a good level of fitness is required.

Option to walk up to higher peak depending on how the group level.

Sunday

8-9:30am Meditation, Vinyasa Yoga and Pranayama

10am Breakfast.

11am local walk and swim- Loughrigg tarn or Rydal water

4:00pm Restorative Yoga

6pm Dinner at pub

Monday

8am Swim Rydal Water

9am Breakfast and departures

About Nichi

Nichi has been running yoga retreats for the last 21 years. She has organised over 60 retreats, choosing places that she loves that are beautiful, quiet and that soothe the soul. She loves the sea, the lakes and the mountains so you can expect to be very close to nature on these holidays. She loves bringing people together and sharing her passion for yoga in wonderful surroundings where you can switch off and deeply relax. Good, healthy food is a strong focus on these retreats- often gluten free and mostly vegan based. You can find out more about Nichi and her teaching here

Testimonials

Nichi’s retreats have been life changing for me over the past few years. As a Type A, always on the go, never able to stop and switch off, Nichi has taught me the value in slowing down, be it through Yoga or meditation. 
Nichi’s retreats are a chance to do exactly that, switch off from the rest of the world, fully emerging yourself into rest and relaxation, coupled with the Yang of the Yoga flow. 
Missed these retreats so much in lockdown I am delighted they are running again. 

Ellie- October 2021

I just wanted to say thank you so much to you and Andy for the weekend- I had such an awesome time.. the food was yummy, the yoga was fabulous and the swimming and walking so amazing. I feel very refreshed and relaxed. Carys- June 2022

It was great sharing these unique and sometimes challenging experiences with you all and thanks to Nichi and Andy for making it possible. Steve- June 2022

A fabulous weekend. A great combination of swimming, yoga and making new friends.. I am looking forward to the next retreat!! Gill- June 2022.

Thank you for an amazing weekend. I cannot wait for the next one. Carla- June 2022

Such an inspiring weekend. I’m still feeling the glow. Chris- June 2022

I had an absolutely wonderful time. Thank you for all your efforts in making it such a special time for us all.  Lucia June 23

Booking– Booking now open. Email [email protected] to reserve your place with £100 deposit.

Booking Terms and Conditions: 

No Refunds on deposits. 60 days notice full refund on balance less 20 percent admin fee. Less than 60 days notice no refunds. Place could be transferred to someone else but contact us first to arrange this; (there may be an admin charge to change booking) Please ensure that you can attend a retreat before booking.

To book email [email protected]