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About The Grief Retreat
The Grief Retreat
Mission & Vision
The Grief Retreat was founded by Iola Kreizman and Olivia Wood, two friends and trauma informed somatic facilitators brought together through their own experiences of grief, loss and healing.
Our mission is to bring grief out of the shadows and create safe, grounded spaces where people can feel, express and honour what they are carrying. We believe grief is not something to fix or rush through, but something that needs space, tenderness, community and the body.
Through 5 day retreats, workshops and online circles, we support people to move through grief using somatic practices, sharing circles, ritual, ceremony, nature and community. Our work is deeply held, trauma informed and rooted in the belief that we are not meant to grieve alone.
The Grief Retreat is for people needing community!
Our mission is to bring grief out of the shadows and create safe, grounded spaces where people can feel, express and honour what they are carrying. We believe grief is not something to fix or rush through, but something that needs space, tenderness, community and the body.
Through 5 day retreats, workshops and online circles, we support people to move through grief using somatic practices, sharing circles, ritual, ceremony, nature and community. Our work is deeply held, trauma informed and rooted in the belief that we are not meant to grieve alone.
The Grief Retreat is for people needing community!
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Country manor setting
A peaceful country manor surrounded by nature, giving you space to fully step away and settle into the retreat.
Luxury country rooms
Comfortable private and shared rooms with a warm, restful feel.
Private cottages available
Beautiful cottage options for those wanting more privacy during their stay.
Shala studio
A spacious, light filled studio for movement, workshops, sharing circles and ceremony.
Cosy communal spaces
Warm communal areas with a wood burner, soft seating and
A peaceful country manor surrounded by nature, giving you space to fully step away and settle into the retreat.
Luxury country rooms
Comfortable private and shared rooms with a warm, restful feel.
Private cottages available
Beautiful cottage options for those wanting more privacy during their stay.
Shala studio
A spacious, light filled studio for movement, workshops, sharing circles and ceremony.
Cosy communal spaces
Warm communal areas with a wood burner, soft seating and
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Food and nourishment
Food is a huge part of the retreat experience. We believe deep emotional work needs to be held by real nourishment, grounding meals and the feeling of being truly cared for.
Getting Here
The Grief Retreat, Seaton Rd, Canterbury CT3 1RU, UK
Directions
The Quaives is set in the peaceful village of Wickhambreaux, just outside Canterbury in Kent. The nearest train stations are Canterbury West and Canterbury East. From London, the quickest train is usually to Canterbury West from St Pancras or Stratford, then it is around a 10 minute taxi to the venue.
For those driving, the venue is reached via Seaton Road in Wickhambreaux. Please use The Quaives on Google Maps and head towards the gated entrance next to the children’s playground. The venue shares a postcode with a neighbouring property, so make sure you are on Seaton Road before arriving.
