Spring Yoga and Art Retreat 2026

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Emerson College, Hartfield Road, Forest Row, UK
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Up to 15 in group
Date
May 1 - 3, 2026

Retreat Highlights

  • Yoga
  • Breathwork
  • Meditation
  • Mindfulness
  • Art
  • Painting

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Details of this retreat

Join myself and Li Lian Kolster for a weekend of healing and creative empowerment through painting, yoga, breathwork, and meditation, set within the beautiful grounds of Emerson College in Forest Row, East Sussex. Guided step by step, participants will create an acrylic painting using a shared colour palette and theme, supported by demonstrations, individual guidance, and inspiring meditations to deepen creative connection. With daily painting sessions alongside yoga and meditation, the retreat is open to all levels and offers the option of on-site accommodation for a fully immersive experience.

Schedule

Each day will feature approximately 6 -7 hours of painting along with 2 x 1 hour of yoga sessions and meditation.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon emilyoga, Emerson College, Hartfield Road, Forest Row, UK

Directions

Emerson College offers ample onsite parking for visitors traveling by car.

For those traveling from London, the nearest train station is East Grinstead. From there, you may either take a bus to Forest Row and walk to Emerson College or opt for a taxi directly from East Grinstead. The journey from East Grinstead to Emerson College takes approximately 10-12 minutes.

The closest airport is Gatwick, located about 35 minutes away.

Accommodation

Accommodation at Emerson College is simple, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed to support rest and reflection. The rooms are calm and uncluttered, offering a peaceful place to unwind after a full day of creative and embodied practice. Set within the tranquil grounds of the college, they provide a quiet, restorative atmosphere that encourages deep rest and a sense of retreat. Staying on site allows you to fully immerse yourself in the experience, with nature, shared spaces, and the rhythm of the retreat all just a few steps away. At Emerson College, bathrooms are generally shared, rather than en-suite. You’ll usually find communal bathrooms located close to the bedrooms, and they’re kept clean and well maintained. The setup is simple and functional, very much in keeping with the college’s retreat-style, no-frills ethos. It’s comfortable and practical, but not luxury spa vibes — more “intentional simplicity in a peaceful place.”

Accommodation
Residential Price
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Venue & Amenities

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Nestled on the edge of the Ashdown Forest in the village of Forest Row, Emerson College is set within peaceful, rolling countryside in the heart of East Sussex. The campus is surrounded by ancient woodland, open fields and winding country lanes, creating a calm and reflective atmosphere that feels a world away from busy city life. Just a short walk away, Forest Row village offers cafés, independent shops and a strong sense of community, while the nearby town of East Grinstead provides rail links

Meals

Menu Types

Meals at the retreat are nourishing, wholesome, and thoughtfully prepared to support both body and mind. Expect healthy, balanced dishes made with fresh ingredients.

What's Included

  • Residential is inclusive of :
  • Accommodation
  • Full board catering
  • All Yoga classes
  • Art workshops, canvas, images and paints
  • Non residential is inclusive of:
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • All Yoga classes
  • Art workshops, canvas, images and paints

What's Not Included

  • Transfers to and from the venue
  • Paint brushes ( we will give you a list of recommended brushes to buy)
  • Any extra foos and drinks that you order off the scheudled meal times

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