Early summer weekend yoga retreat in Oxfordshire, UK

About Braziers Park

This hidden treasure, set deep in the beautiful countryside of south Oxfordshire, offers a relaxing holiday in nature less than two hours from London. This weekend retreat is an opportunity to revitalise and enjoy reconnecting with self and others.

Braziers Park is a warm country manor house and home to one of the UK's longest standing communities. Set deep in beautiful countryside and the rolling Chiltern Hills of South Oxfordshire, an area of outstanding natural beauty, the location is perfect for a deeply relaxing and rejuvenating weekend break.

The old manor is Grade II listed in the strawberry gothic style, it has so much character and beauty. The library, grand piano and many quirky corners are amongst its charms - all set in 57 acres of land with beautiful gardens. Braziers is a working eco-community with sheep, chickens, a walled vegetable garden and an ancient orchard. The community welcomes you to enjoy the rustic old charm of Braziers Park and join in with the community.

The daily programme

The first class with Kate will be on Friday evening. This will be a gentle open flow to help you unwind from your journey and ease into the retreat. Then together the group will enjoy a delicious dinner. On Saturday there will be two classes. A more dynamic morning class to align to body and breath followed later on by a late afternoon class where we will slow things down and enjoy a deep relaxation.

Sunday morning will start with a strong morning practice then another delicious breakfast. The group will come together for a meditation walk and closing circle before lunch and then say our goodbyes to end the retreat.

Each day after morning yoga there will be the opportunity to walk, have a massage or relax in one of the comfy lounges or take a long bath.

Arrival time on the Friday is from 3pm onwards. The first yoga session will be at 5pm. The weekend will finish on the Sunday after lunch.

Things to do

Braziers Park is very quaint and quirky with plenty of space to nestle down with a book. There's the library, the study, dining room and an informal space by the log fire and grand piano.

There is a lovely woodland walk, which is a great opportunity to experience some of the wildlife beauties of the estate. There will be delicious vegetarian food and plenty of time just to hang out and chat, meet new people, read, relax and enjoy being in the community in natural surroundings. Massage treatments will also be available at an additional cost.

Accommodation at Braziers Park

Braziers Park is an attractive listed Grade II building set in 50 acres of land. All rooms are simple, comfortable and charming. All bathrooms are shared. A limited number of single rooms are available.