Enjoy a rare chance for self-care at the start of the new year - a time that can be full of expectations and can feel challenging. Give yourself time & permission to slow down, surrounded by beautiful countryside. We’ll enjoy soothing guided relaxation and mindfulness practices together with VERY gentle mindful movement. Definitely for those seeking to slow down and sink into some replenishing winter rest.
“The Deep Rest retreat exceeded my expectations on so many levels and I returned feeling inspired to make small changes in my own daily routines. The practical aspects - the beautiful location, facilities - made for a calming and healthy setting as a backdrop. A sincere thank you.”
We love teaching these Deep Rest afternoons which have been running in various forms - in-person, live steamed and across longer weekends - for well over a decade.
Our January 2027 New Year Mini Retreat will be held at the stunning Retreat Farm, in beautiful countryside in Little Baddow (around a15 minute drive from Chelmsford). Nearest train station is Hatfield Peverel, which is on the London mainline - allow around ten minutes by car / taxi.
New Year mini retreat near Chelmsford: mindfulness, gentle movement, deep relaxation
Accessible to most people, they are a chance to slow down, re-connect and rest in a 24/7 society where quiet and permission to relax are often so difficult to find. As a meditation and mindfulness-based afternoon this is geared towards those looking to pause, centre and give the gift of self-care.
We will sink into calming practices such as yoga nidra (guided meditation / relaxation), very gentle lying or seated mindful movement and the body scan. There will be some reflection on the coming of the new year and some poetry readings.
Sessions will be suitable for most people who can get on and off the floor (eg a yoga mat) with reasonable ease. Please note: there will be no traditional active yoga on this afternoon.
See notes in right-hand column for further guidance on suitability. Many practices will be enjoyed lying down; options for posture will always be given.
Herbal tea and healthy and almost healthy snacks will be provided at the end of the session where there will be a chance to connect with fellow students or to take this time to yourself.
New Year mini retreat:
Sunday January 17, 2027
From 2-4pm (arrivals from 1.30pm for tea and snacks).
MAX just 12 students
Venue:
Retreat Farm, Tofts Chase, Little Baddow, near Chelmsford.
£45pp EARY BIRD until November 30, 2026
£55 standard rate from December 1, 2026
Please note: we are strictly unable to refund or transfer places. Thanks for your understanding.
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Please read before booking:
No experience of meditation or relaxation practices is needed or expected.
You should be able to get on and off the floor with ease.
Please be sure to contact us before booking if you are experiencing mild or severe anxiety of depression as this retreat may not be suitable.
A little about your teacher
Led by experienced yoga and meditation teacher and YATM co-founder Lucia Cockcroft. Lucia has been practising yoga for almost 30 years and teaching for 20. She has extensive experience and training in both the mindful yoga and meditation traditions.