Description
Winter Solstice Retreat – 16th to 18th December 2022
I invite you to join me at the ‘Winter Solstice’ restorative retreat at the beautiful and cosy Florence House (known as ‘the place where extraordinary things happen) in Sussex. Solstice literally means ‘light standing still’ and as we tune into nature so do we. We begin to slow down from the busyness of the outside world and draw our attention inwards. Inwards to enjoy rest practices together, gentle circle time and nourishing movement. It goes without saying that there will be culinary delights with warm and nourishing foods. This is your time and space to rest, heal and restore after what has been a most challenging year for many.
2 nights accommodation at the gorgeous Florence House, Sussex
3 delicious meals a day plus unlimited fruit, tea, tea, coffee and water
Doesn’t include:-
* Transport to and from Florence House
* Any other food and beverages outside those listed above. Specific food requests e.g. vegan, vegetarian, gluten free are £5 extra per meal.
About Florence House
Florence House was built in the 1920’s and has been beautifully restored into a perfect venue for retreats. It is nestled in stunning 6 acre grounds. The peaceful walled garden provides the perfect place for quiet meditation and inner reflection.
Inside, the oak panelled library, dining room, comfortable lounge with a wood burning stove and charming rooms this give this historical house both an elegant yet relaxed ambience.The house provides an intimate and comfortable venue, perfectly suited for retreats.
Each bedroom is unique and offering a slightly different theme. Rooms offer views over the sea or the rolling hills of the South Downs and private gardens.
It is located two hours from London on the brow of Seaford Head on the South Downs in East Sussex. A coastal path leads from the house into the Seven Sisters Country Park and unspoilt beaches are only a short distance away making the location perfect for a multitude of stunning coastal walks.
Florence House is renowned for its creative, fresh, home cooking prepared by their very own chefs. When possible, food is sourced from their own garden.
COVID-19
In the event of the retreat needing to be postponed then you will be offered a chance to move your place or a full refund.
Travel
Road: From London Take the M27 to Brighton. Travelling east on A27 from Worthing/Brighton, follow signs to Newhaven/Lewes. At the roundabout after the rail crossing you have a choice between Lewes and Newhaven; take A26 to Newhaven / Seaford. Alternatively follow the coast road A259 from Brighton to Newhaven. In Newhaven, follow sign to the left for Seaford A259.Carry on the A259 until you reach Seaford and a mini roundabout with the train station on your right hand side. Stay on the A259 going out of town and continue in the direction of Eastbourne. Look out for a church almost immediately on your right and take the third turning on your right after the church into Southdown Road. Helpful markers to look out for at this junction are: a traffic light, postbox and phone box.Stay on Southdown Road and go straight down the hill towards Seaford Head and the golf-course, crossing over a couple of streets. At the bottom of the hill or Southdown Corner you will see Florence House, a large house on the hill in front of you. Take the first gate entrance and follow it to the front door.Rail: From Victoria there are trains every 30 mins, change at Lewes for Seaford. Journey time is approx. 1 hour 20 mins. There are usually taxis at the station. Florence House is near Seaford Head golf course.
Local taxi hire firms include:
Martello Taxis: 01323 492929
Day-Night Taxis’ 01323 896666
Beacon Taxis 01323 898888
Terms and conditions (not applicable to COVID-19)
60 days or more prior to the retreat date: Your payments will be refunded, less £150 which is your non-refundable deposit.
59-30 days prior to the retreat date: payments are not refundable, but are transferable (less the £150 non-refundable deposit).
29 days or less prior to the retreat date: payments are not refundable.