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Join Dr. Julia Frearson for Seasonal Wellbeing Retreats at Blackfriars Priory in 2025Step into a world of peace and tranquility at Blackfriars Priory for four rejuvenating mini retreats throughout the year. Nestled in the heart of Gloucester, this stunning 800-year-old medieval landmark offers the perfect setting to pause, unwind, and realign your mind and body with the changing seasons.
Blackfriars Priory, with its awe-inspiring 13th-century oak ceilings, serene cloister garden, and the ancient Scriptorium (believed to be the oldest standing purpose-built library in Northern Europe), provides a rich, calming atmosphere for your retreat. Experience the magic of fairy lights illuminating the architecture as you connect deeply with yourself in this historic and luxurious space.
Each retreat is designed to reflect the unique energy of the season, combining gentle movement, intention setting, breathwork, and mindfulness. Dr. Julia will guide you through practices that enhance your wellbeing, along with a seasonal talk focused on health and self-care. At the end of each session, you’ll receive a meaningful keepsake—something to take home and remind you to nurture yourself between retreats.
Treat yourself to a moment of calm and connection. Book your ticket today and make 2025 the year of balance and wellbeing.
Friday 7th February - Focus & Flow, Sowing Seeds
- 1hr 15mins - Setting intentions and finding focus in your bodmind through yoga. Taking conscious time and space with yourself while sowing seeds of kindness for the year ahead.
- 30mins - Enjoy a Valentines themed drink and treat while connecting with your fellow classmates.
- 30 mins - Wellness chat related to the theme and finish treats.
-Ending/take home activity.
Saturday 12th April - Renew & Balance, Springing into Action
1hr 15mins - Embrace renewal and growth and celebrate the return of the sun. An uplifting and energising practice to bring you out of hibernation. Finding balance in your bodymind.
- 30 mins - Enjoy an energising drink and snack.
- 30 mins - wellness chat relating to the theme while you finish your treats.
- Ending/take home activity.
Saturday 9th August - Centering & Contentment, Finding Joy & Gratitude
- 1hr 15mins - A cooling practice that also cultivates contentment. Celebrate you by offering yourself time and space to experience gratitude. A slow practice designed to ground and soothe your summer energy.
- 30 mins - Tea and cake in the garden
- 30 mins wellness chat relating to the theme as you finish your treats.
- Ending/take home activity.
Friday 28th November - Nourishing & Flourishing
1hr 15 minutes - Warming yoga class with emphasis on strengthening and heating the body with mindful breathing and relaxation.
- 30 mins - hot drink and festive snack
- 30 mins - wellness chat relating to theme while you finish your treats.
- Ending/take home activity.
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Ladybellegate Street, GL1 2HN Gloucester, United Kingdom, Gloucester, United Kingdom
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