Wintertime upgrades

Eco Retreats closes its doors in late October or early November every year – all the tents are taken down and interiors lovingly packed away for the winter. The land

March 1, 2019

Living more consciously

For many years now, I have been mindful of the need for our global society to live more consciously. What does that mean?

March 15, 2019

Reflections on growing a sustainable business

A guest expressed to me today that what really sets Eco Retreats apart from other places is that the greater purpose of the wilderness experience is at the centre of

May 31, 2019

Conscious parenting: Lessons from a birth story

My experience giving birth to my son was beautiful. The process was a completely unmedicated water birth. Afterwards, he was diagnosed as having congenital pneumonia and rushed to the hospital

June 14, 2019

Finding and following our life purpose

Today is my 40th birthday. Like many people turning 40, I feel a kind of incredulity that this is real! But mainly, I feel so blessed to be following my

June 23, 2019

Forest retreat: Lessons from a stormy night

Some weeks ago, I had the fortune to be staying at Eco Retreats Forest Retreat during a storm. The wind was strong and it was impossible not to recognise and

June 28, 2019

Living life!

“Run from what’s comfortable. Forget safety. Live where you fear to live. Destroy your reputation. Be notorious. I have tried prudent planning long enough. From now on I’ll be mad.”

February 26, 2021

Returning to our roots

Dear friends – The autumn colours of the forest are absolutely stunning as I look out onto the misty hills and imagine I am in a far-off cloud forest …

November 13, 2021

Happy New Year!

There is so much to look back on this New Year’s Eve; 2020 has been a challenging journey for many of us. We have realised the importance of human connection

December 31, 2020

The way of the heart

Over the last few weeks, the level of uncertainty has increased here in the UK. Many people are feeling increased fear and anxiety, increased social pressure and division, and an

October 11, 2020