Yoga, Nordic Walking, Wild Swim & Sauna

£499pp

17th - 19th September 2027

  • Exploring the Yorkshire Dales on foot with a guided Nordic Walk Adventure

  • Two relaxing Yoga classes

  • Qualified and knowledgeable instructors

  • Wood fired sauna & ice bath session

  • Local Wild Swimming, guided for you to learn the techniques to cope with cold water

  • Gourmet homecooked meals, using the best ingredients & full of tasty goodness

  • Stunning Dales location, with gorgeous views

Overview

This wellness adventure weekend is a great combination of relaxation and outdoor activities. There will be two yoga classes, each for one hour and these will take place in the onsite yoga studio where mats, blocks and blankets will be provided. Each class is tailored to suit complete beginners through to the more advanced Yogi. In between chilling in the beautiful grounds, you will also head out on a guided wild swim with wild swim coach Les (aka the Dales Dipper). Les is there to offer support and to ensure you have the tools to deal with the cold water. A morning will be spent with Nordic walking guide Jo, and discovering the local landscapes whilst utilising & deveolping the technique of walking with poles, this area of the Dales is home to Cautley Spout, England’s highest above ground waterfall. Delicious homecooked vegetarian meals will be provided throughout.

Accommodation

St Marks Stays is a beautiful country house, located on the outskirts of Sedbergh and set remotely with lots of lovely garden space. St Marks Stays comfortably sleeps 12 people in twin and double (used for single occupancy) rooms, some of which are en suite. It boasts gorgeous living spaces and has some perfect areas outside for sitting in hammocks or chilling around a firepit. This is a creative venue, where the owners also live on site. They have made their home a calming space perfect for a weekend in the Yorkshire Dales.. There is a large living room, dining room, WiFi and onsite parking.

To get to St Marks, you are approx 15 minutes from the M6 or 1 hour from the A1.

Activities

YOGA whether you practise yoga regularly or will be a beginner, our Yoga instructors tailor the classes to suit all levels and plan them around the activities you will be doing so they compliment each other. Mats can be provided or if you have your own, please bring one along.

WILD SWIMMING is a very popular activity and very important it is done in a safe environment. Our guided sessions are led by Les Peebles a.k.a The Dales Dipper, he knows all the best spots in the Dales and will be on hand to guide you through the safety aspects and give you the techniques to deal with cold water. We recommend to do the dips/swim in a swimsuit to get the full benefit. If you have a health condition, please contact your GP in advance.

NORDIC WALKING a guided adventure which enables you to learn the technique of hiking with poles. The benefits of Nordic walking improve posture and help you to get the most out of this upbeat hike. There will be a mix of terrains with no technical (such as scrambling) aspects but there will be a mix of ascents & descents along with soft & hard terrain.

SAUNA & ICE BATH there will be a session allocated to use the onsite sauna and regulated ice baths. This session is non guided with the support of each other. 2 - 4 hot & cold cycles are recommended. If you have a health condition, please contact your GP in advance.

Who is this trip suitable for?

This trip is suitable for solo travellers or those coming with friends and has been designed to offer a great balance of Yoga and outdoor activities. The activities are suitable for beginners and those with experience and we would recommend a reasonable level of fitness to get the most out of this Yorkshire Dales retreat.

Itinerary

Friday - arrival from 4pm 6pm - 7pm Yoga Class 7.30pm delicious 2 course dinner. Time to chill

Saturday - breakfast from 8am 9.30am - 12.30pm - guided Nordic Walk with expert Jo Wulf (poles provided) 1pm - lunch back at St Marks Stays 3.30pm - 4.30pm - Yoga Class 5pm - ice bath & sauna session 7pm - delicious 2 course dinner

Sunday - tea, coffee & fruit from 7.00am 7.45am - meet our wild guide for a 15 minute walk to the wild swim location 9.30am - breakfast 10.30am - depart

Itineraries & timings are subject to change depending on weather conditions. The Yorkshire Dales is beautiful but the weather can be changeable

What’s Included

  • 2 nights luxury accommodation at St Marks Stays

  • 2 x 1 hour Yoga classes

  • Wood fired sauna & ice bath session

  • Guided Wild Swim session with The Dales Dipper

  • 3 hour guided Nordic Walk with Jo Wulf

  • 2 Dinners, 1 Lunch, 2 Breakfasts, all homecooked vegetarian meals

  • Unlimited tea, coffee & herbal drinks

  • Qualified local instructors & guides

  • Time to relax & take some time out

Prices & Dates

£499pp. A £150 non-refundable deposit is required to secure the booking. The balance is due 8 weeks prior to the trip departing

5 rooms are twin share with ensuite bathrooms. 2 single occupancy rooms sharing a bathroom are also available, please request the room type you prefer when you book and these will be confirmed depending on availability.

17th - 19th September 2027 - 12 spaces in total

Dietary Requirements - all of food is made from fresh and is designed & created with a varied, gourmet vegetarian menu which is a combination of healthy meals and treats. Please let us know if you have any allergies and we will do our best to accommodate you, however please be aware that the kitchens we use can’t always be 100% allergen free.

Any questions about this trip, please email info@emmasdale.co.uk

 
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