Wellness Retreats 2026

 

Weekend & Half Day Retreats in Fermanagh & Tyrone, Northern Ireland

Retreat yourself!

 

Retreats by Being Zen Holistic Health, including weekend and half day yoga, qigong and wellness retreats, run throughout the year, both independently and in collaboration with other retreat centres in Northern Ireland, primarily in Fermanagh and Tyrone. All of the retreats that Fiona is hosting or involved in are listed below. Retreats by Being Zen Holistic Health typically include various yoga styles - including Hatha Vinyasa Yoga, Yin Yoga and Restorative Yoga - qigong, guided meditation, forest walks, forest bathing, mindfulness and sound baths, and provide opportunities for digital detox. 

Fiona currently runs 3 signature Being Zen Holistic Health half day Wildness and Wellness retreats in Knockmany Forest Park in the Clogher Valley, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, just 2 miles from Augher. These retreats include the relaxing and easygoing "Wildness & Wellness: Relax, Restore & Reconnect" which runs from spring to early autumn, "Wildness & Wellness: Calm & Connect" which runs from late autumn and through the winter months, and the comparatively more strenuous "Wildness & Wellness: Hiking, Qigong & Meditation" which runs at intervals throughout the year.

For those who may like to stay overnight in the area, Corick House Hotel and Spa, Clogher, and The Valley Hotel in Fivemiletown are both located an easy distance from Knockmany Forest Park, at 1.2 miles and 8.5 miles respectively.

All other retreats are run in collaboration with other retreat centres. 

Retreat Payment Options

A deposit of £10/€12 per person for a half-day retreat, or £125/€150 per person for a weekend retreat, secures your place on that retreat. Paying a deposit is OPTIONAL; however, priority is given to those who secure their place with a deposit and BZHH cannot guarantee your place without a deposit. Deposits are fully refundable by bank transfer up until a full 14 days before the retreat commences, and fully transferable to any other Being Zen retreat thereafter. The balance for any retreat can also be paid by bank transfer, Revolut, or by cash on arrival at the retreat. You will receive a digital receipt once payment has been received.

Payments for all retreats can be made by bank transfer to:

 

Fiona Gracey (Personal account)

Allied Irish Bank

Sort Code: 93-86-48 

Account number: 52691065

Address: AIB (NI), 78 Wellington Street, Ballymena, Co. Antrim, BT43 6AF, Northern Ireland.

 

Or by Revolut:

Fiona Gracey

Sort code: 04-00-75

Account number: 55162533

You can send payment on Revolut by highlighting this link:

revolut.me/fionavwp2

Address: Revolut Ltd, 30 South Colonnade, E14 5HX, London, United Kingdom.

Dietary Requirements

Please let Being Zen Holistic Health know about any food sensitivities and special dietary requirements at the time of booking a retreat so that we can accommodate you to the best of our ability. All meals are lacto-vegetarian -  excluding meat, poultry, fish and eggs, and including dairy products - often with plant based alternatives available. 

Yoga & T'ai Chi Qigong Weekend Retreat

8th to 10th May 2026

£260/€300

AVAILABLE!

 

This weekend retreat is a collaboration between BZHH and a retreat centre in County Fermanagh, by the shores of Upper Lough Erne. Explore various yoga styles and qigong forms during this weekend retreat in lovely County Fermanagh. Includes Hatha Vinyasa Yoga and the qigong forms of the Eight Brocades and the 18 form Shibashi. Connect with your body and your breath. Holistic therapies available on request. 

Includes accommodation for 2 nights and delicious vegetarian meals. Accommodation for up to 7 people on-site, with space for camping and campervans at a reduced rate of £170/€200. Airport transfer from Belfast and Dublin available on request for an additional fee of £100/€115 one way. 

Retreat Schedule

Guests are welcome to arrive at the retreat centre between 3pm and 6pm. On arrival, make yourself at home in the dining room and have a cuppa - if there's no one around to greet you immediately upon arrival, they will turn up soon enough! Feel free to look around, use the bathroom and relax on the sofa in the hallway with a cup of tea or coffee! During any periods marked "Free time" on the schedule, feel free to relax in your bedroom, in the dining room or on the sofa. Take time out to read, chat or to explore the area around the retreat centre on foot. For further information on where to walk nearby, just ask any of the retreat leaders - we are here to help make you feel as welcome as possible! The centre requests that you take off outdoor shoes at the front door and leave them on the shoe rack in the hallway; you are welcome to bring slippers to wear indoors. 

 

Friday 

3.00 pm - 6.00 pm Arrival/therapies 

6.00 pm - DINNER 

7.00 pm - Introduction and welcome to retreat

7.30 pm - Restorative Reiki Yoga and Sound Bath

8.30 pm Cacao ceremony - drinking hot chocolate  mindfully by candlelight! 

 

Saturday 

 

9.00 am - Hatha Yoga --with Fiona 

10.15 am - BREAKFAST 

11.00 am - Qigong and meditation

1.00 pm - LUNCH 

1.30 pm - Forest Bathing 

2.15 pm - Slow Flow Yoga 

3.00 pm - 6.00 pm - Free time/therapies 

6.00 pm - DINNER 

7.00 pm - Qigong - Fiona 

 

Sunday 

 

9.00 am - Hatha Vinyasa Flow

10.15 am - BREAKFAST 

11.00 am - Relaxation & Closing of Retreat 

 
Additional local information: The retreat centre is located a short walk from the quay where the boat departs for Inis Rath Hare Krishna Island. Any retreat guests wishing to attend the weekly Sunday Programme - which is open to the public - on the island should make their way to the quay for 12pm. The ferry returns at approximately 415pm. Further information about this event is available on request. 
 
The retreat centre is also located approximately 30 minutes drive from 3 beautiful National Trust properties in Fermanagh - Florence Court, Castle Coole and Crom, all of which are open on a Sunday. These are perfect for anyone wishing to enjoy a little bit more of the local area after a retreat, especially in spring, summer and autumn when the days are longer! For further information on any of these properties, just ask! 
 
Please note: This schedule is as accurate as possible at the time of printing. Small adjustments may be made on rare occasions. 
 

Wildness & Wellness:

"Relax, Restore & Reconnect"

Sunday 24th May 2026

£40/pp

FEW SPACES REMAINING!

 

Join Fiona for a gentle half day retreat - from 12pm to 430pm - in the hills and forests of the beautiful Knockmany Forest Park in the lovely Clogher Valley, County Tyrone, with a focus on relaxation, restoration and renewal, and suitable for all fitness levels. Explore and enjoy flowing qigong, guided meditation, an easygoing forest walk, forest bathing and a sound bath in this beautiful location. Simple vegetarian lunch included. Places are limited to 12 people and can be secured by paying a 25% deposit. Sensible shoes, comfortable, cosy clothing and a rain coat and waterproof trousers are recommended for the forest walk and forest bathing. Much of this retreat will be held outdoors, weather permitting, encouraging and enabling us to reconnect with Nature. 

Introduction, Booking and Retreat Schedule
INTRODUCTION:
 
This is a gentle retreat which aims to be accessible to all. Qigong is an older form of Tai Chi and is gentle on the body, with a focus on flowing movements,  breathing and visualisation. The forest walk is also, for this retreat, largely on the level.  There are a few forest bathing and outdoor meditation options, weather permitting, and one of these involves a short but steep incline; this option could be chosen only if all present are sufficiently able bodied. (If you are interested in a more active hiking element, take a look at Wildness & Wellness: Hiking, Qigong & Meditation.) We will be outdoors as much as possible, and for as many activities as possible; however, the Retreat Room is available for the duration of the retreat as needed. It is recommended that guests wear comfortable clothing and bring outdoor clothes and shoes, including raincoat and waterproof trousers, so that some of the activities can continue outdoors even in the event of some rain. 
 
BOOKING: 
 
An optional 25% deposit of £10, payable by bank transfer or Revolut, will guarantee your place on this retreat, with the balance payable on arrival at the retreat. It is not necessary to pay the advance deposit, but priority places are given to those who do choose to reserve a place in this way. This deposit is fully refundable up until 7 days before the event, whereupon it becomes non-refundable, but remains fully transferable to any other Being Zen half day event.
 
RETREAT SCHEDULE:
 
The retreat schedule will look something like this, but may be adapted to some degree to make the most of the weather conditions on the day and the fitness level of the group as a whole:
 
12pm - Meet at Knockmany Forest Park, located 2 miles from Augher in County Tyrone, in the "Retreat Room" beside the car park. This facility is all ground floor, has public toilets, and the Retreat Room has large windows looking out towards the Forest and double doors which open out onto a covered outdoor area. There is a large car park with ample space for parking. Guests are welcome to have tea/coffee. Black tea and a selection of herbal teas will be provided, as well as milk and sugar. 

1215pm - Qigong - indoors or out, possibly at the Anya's Grave viewpoint, depending on the weather and on how able bodied the group. In any case, we have several lovely spots close to  the  Retreat Room in Knockmany from which to choose for our qigong! 
 
115pm - Simple and light vegetarian lunch and tea/coffee. Any food sensitivities should be mentioned at time of booking. 
 
145pm - After lunch clean up.
 
2pm - Guided Meditation and Sound Bath. 
 
245pm - Walk and Forest Bathing.
 
4pm approx. - Close. 

Wildness & Wellness:

"Relax, Restore & Reconnect"

Sunday 21st June 2026

£40/pp

FEW SPACES REMAINING!

 

Join Fiona for a gentle half day retreat - from 12pm to 430pm - in the hills and forests of the beautiful Knockmany Forest Park in the lovely Clogher Valley, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland - with a focus on relaxation, restoration and renewal, and suitable for all fitness levels. Explore and enjoy flowing qigong, guided meditation, an easygoing forest walk, forest bathing and a sound bath in this beautiful location. Simple vegetarian lunch included. Places are limited to 12 people and can be secured by paying a 25% deposit. Sensible shoes, comfortable, cosy clothing and a rain coat and waterproof trousers are recommended for the forest walk and forest bathing. Much of this retreat will be held outdoors, weather permitting, encouraging and enabling us to reconnect with Nature. 

Introduction, Booking and Retreat Schedule
INTRODUCTION:
 
This is a gentle retreat which aims to be accessible to all. Qigong is an older form of Tai Chi and is gentle on the body, with a focus on flowing movements,  breathing and visualisation. The forest walk is also, for this retreat, largely on the level.  There are a few forest bathing and outdoor meditation options, weather permitting, and one of these involves a short but steep incline; this option could be chosen only if all present are sufficiently able bodied. (If you are interested in a more active hiking element, take a look at Wildness & Wellness: Hiking, Qigong & Meditation.) We will be outdoors as much as possible, and for as many activities as possible; however, the Retreat Room is available for the duration of the retreat as needed. It is recommended that guests wear comfortable clothing and bring outdoor clothes and shoes, including raincoat and trousers, so that some of the activities can continue outdoors even in the event of some rain. 
 
BOOKING:
 
An optional 25% deposit of £10, payable by bank transfer or Revolut, will guarantee your place on this retreat, with the balance payable on arrival at the retreat. It is not necessary to pay the advance deposit, but priority places are given to those who do choose to reserve a place in this way. This deposit is fully refundable up until 7 days before the event, whereupon it becomes non-refundable, but remains fully transferable to any other Being Zen half day event.
 
RETREAT SCHEDULE:
 
The retreat schedule will look something like this, but may be adapted to some degree to make the most of the weather conditions on the day and the fitness level of the group as a whole:
 

 

12pm - Meet at Knockmany Forest Park, located 2 miles from Augher in County Tyrone, in the "Retreat Room" beside the car park. This facility is all ground floor, has public toilets, and the Retreat Room has large windows looking out towards the Forest and double doors which open out onto a covered outdoor area. There is a large car park with ample space for parking. Guests are welcome to have tea/coffee. Black tea and a selection of herbal teas will be provided, as well as milk and sugar. 

1215pm - Qigong - indoors or out, possibly at the Anya's Grave viewpoint, depending on the weather and on how able bodied the group. In any case, we have several lovely spots close to  the  Retreat Room in Knockmany from which to choose for our qigong! 
 
115pm - Simple and light vegetarian lunch and tea/coffee. Any food sensitivities should be mentioned at time of booking. 
 
145pm - After lunch clean up.
 
2pm - Guided Meditation and Sound Bath. 
 
245pm - Walk and Forest Bathing.
 
4pm approx. - Close. 

Wildness & Wellness:

"Relax, Restore & Reconnect"

Sunday 19th July 2026

£40/pp

AVAILABLE!

 

Join Fiona for a gentle half day retreat - from 12pm to 430pm - in the hills and forests of the beautiful Knockmany Forest Park in the lovely Clogher Valley, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland - with a focus on relaxation, restoration and renewal, and suitable for all fitness levels. Explore and enjoy flowing qigong, guided meditation, an easygoing forest walk, forest bathing and a sound bath in this beautiful location. Simple vegetarian lunch included. Places are limited to 12 people and can be secured by paying a 25% deposit. Sensible shoes, comfortable, cosy clothing and a rain coat and waterproof trousers are recommended for the forest walk and forest bathing. Much of this retreat will be held outdoors, weather permitting, encouraging and enabling us to reconnect with Nature. 

Introduction, Booking and Retreat Schedule

INTRODUCTION:
 
This is a gentle retreat which aims to be accessible to all. Qigong is an older form of Tai Chi and is gentle on the body, with a focus on flowing movements,  breathing and visualisation. The forest walk is also, for this retreat, largely on the level.  There are a few forest bathing and outdoor meditation options, weather permitting, and one of these involves a short but steep incline; this option could be chosen only if all present are sufficiently able bodied. (If you are interested in a more active hiking element, take a look at Wildness & Wellness: Hiking, Qigong & Meditation.) We will be outdoors as much as possible, and for as many activities as possible; however, the Retreat Room is available for the duration of the retreat as needed. It is recommended that guests wear comfortable clothing and bring outdoor clothes and shoes, including raincoat and trousers, so that some of the activities can continue outdoors even in the event of some rain. 
 
BOOKING:
 
An optional 25% deposit of £10, payable by bank transfer or Revolut, will guarantee your place on this retreat, with the balance payable on arrival at the retreat. It is not necessary to pay the advance deposit, but priority places are given to those who do choose to reserve a place in this way. This deposit is fully refundable up until 7 days before the event, whereupon it becomes non-refundable, but remains fully transferable to any other Being Zen half day event.
 
RETREAT SCHEDULE:
 
The retreat schedule will look something like this, but may be adapted to some degree to make the most of the weather conditions on the day and the fitness level of the group as a whole:
 

 

 

12pm - Meet at Knockmany Forest Park, located 2 miles from Augher in County Tyrone, in the "Retreat Room" beside the car park. This facility is all ground floor, has public toilets, and the Retreat Room has large windows looking out towards the Forest and double doors which open out onto a covered outdoor area. There is a large car park with ample space for parking. Guests are welcome to have tea/coffee. Black tea and a selection of herbal teas will be provided, as well as milk and sugar. 

1215pm - Qigong - indoors or out, possibly at the Anya's Grave viewpoint, depending on the weather and on how able bodied the group. In any case, we have several lovely spots close to  the  Retreat Room in Knockmany from which to choose for our qigong! 
 
115pm - Simple and light vegetarian lunch and tea/coffee. Any food sensitivities should be mentioned at time of booking. 
 
145pm - After lunch clean up.
 
2pm - Guided Meditation and Sound Bath. 
 
245pm - Walk and Forest Bathing.
 
4pm approx. - Close. 

Wildness & Wellness:

"Relax, Restore & Reconnect"

Sunday 16th August 2026

£40/pp

AVAILABLE!

 

Join Fiona for a gentle half day retreat - from 12pm to 430pm - in the hills and forests of the beautiful Knockmany Forest Park in the lovely Clogher Valley, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland  - with a focus on relaxation, restoration and renewal, and suitable for all fitness levels. Explore and enjoy flowing qigong, guided meditation, an easygoing forest walk, forest bathing and a sound bath in this beautiful location. Simple vegetarian lunch included. Places are limited to 12 people and can be secured by paying a 25% deposit. Sensible shoes, comfortable, cosy clothing and a rain coat and waterproof trousers are recommended for the forest walk and forest bathing. Much of this retreat will be held outdoors, weather permitting, encouraging and enabling us to reconnect with Nature. 

Introduction, Booking and Retreat Schedule

INTRODUCTION:
 
This is a gentle retreat which aims to be accessible to all. Qigong is an older form of Tai Chi and is gentle on the body, with a focus on flowing movements,  breathing and visualisation. The forest walk is also, for this retreat, largely on the level.  There are a few forest bathing and outdoor meditation options, weather permitting, and one of these involves a short but steep incline; this option could be chosen only if all present are sufficiently able bodied. (If you are interested in a more active hiking element, take a look at Wildness & Wellness: Hiking, Qigong & Meditation.) We will be outdoors as much as possible, and for as many activities as possible; however, the Retreat Room is available for the duration of the retreat as needed. It is recommended that guests wear comfortable clothing and bring outdoor clothes and shoes, including raincoat and trousers, so that some of the activities can continue outdoors even in the event of some rain. 
 
BOOKING:
 
An optional 25% deposit of £10, payable by bank transfer or Revolut, will guarantee your place on this retreat, with the balance payable on arrival at the retreat. It is not necessary to pay the advance deposit, but priority places are given to those who do choose to reserve a place in this way. This deposit is fully refundable up until 7 days before the event, whereupon it becomes non-refundable, but remains fully transferable to any other Being Zen half day event.
 
RETREAT SCHEDULE:
 
The retreat schedule will look something like this, but may be adapted to some degree to make the most of the weather conditions on the day and the fitness level of the group as a whole:
 

 

 

12pm - Meet at Knockmany Forest Park, located 2 miles from Augher in County Tyrone, in the "Retreat Room" beside the car park. This facility is all ground floor, has public toilets, and the Retreat Room has large windows looking out towards the Forest and double doors which open out onto a covered outdoor area. There is a large car park with ample space for parking. Guests are welcome to have tea/coffee. Black tea and a selection of herbal teas will be provided, as well as milk and sugar. 

1215pm - Qigong - indoors or out, possibly at the Anya's Grave viewpoint, depending on the weather and on how able bodied the group. In any case, we have several lovely spots close to  the  Retreat Room in Knockmany from which to choose for our qigong! 
 
115pm - Simple and light vegetarian lunch and tea/coffee. Any food sensitivities should be mentioned at time of booking. 
 
145pm - After lunch clean up.
 
2pm - Guided Meditation and Sound Bath. 
 
245pm - Walk and Forest Bathing.
 
4pm approx. - Close. 

Yoga Warrior Weekend Retreat

28th to 30th August 2026

£260/€300

AVAILABLE!

 

 

Weekend yoga retreat in lovely County Fermanagh. More details to follow soon. Schedule will be live from 1st June 2026.

Photo: DBreenPhotography

Wildness & Wellness:

Hiking, Qigong & Meditation Retreat

Sunday 30th August 2026

£20/pp

AVAILABLE!

 

A walking, qigong and meditation fully outdoor half day retreat in the beautiful surroundings of Knockmany Forest Park, Clogher Valley, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland. Put on your walking shoes, pack a picnic and some snacks, and join Fiona for a hike up to the stunning Anya's Grave viewpoint for some qigong, followed by forest bathing and meditation in the beech forest. This is a Being Zen Holistic Health signature retreat created by Fiona to introduce wellness in wild spaces and to share the lovely Knockmany Forest Park with more people. This event runs twice a year. Please note that the hike up to the viewpoint is fairly steep, with an elevation gain of approximately 268m, and requires a reasonable level of fitness and appropriate clothing and footwear. Approximately 2 hours of this day retreat is spent hiking. Places are limited to 10 people. Commences at 12pm to 430pm approximately. For further information, booking, or to be added to the waiting list, contact Fiona via the button below. 

Wildness & Wellness:

"Relax, Restore & Reconnect"

Sunday 20th September 2026

£40/pp

AVAILABLE!

 

Join Fiona for a gentle half day retreat - from 12pm to 430pm - in the hills and forests of the beautiful Knockmany Forest Park in the lovely Clogher Valley, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland - with a focus on relaxation, restoration and renewal, and suitable for all fitness levels. Explore and enjoy flowing qigong, guided meditation, an easygoing forest walk, forest bathing and a sound bath in this beautiful location. Simple vegetarian lunch included. Places are limited to 12 people and can be secured by paying a 25% deposit. Sensible shoes, comfortable, cosy clothing and a rain coat and waterproof trousers are recommended for the forest walk and forest bathing. Much of this retreat will be held outdoors, weather permitting, encouraging and enabling us to reconnect with Nature. 

Introduction, Booking and Retreat Schedule

INTRODUCTION:
 
This is a gentle retreat which aims to be accessible to all. Qigong is an older form of Tai Chi and is gentle on the body, with a focus on flowing movements,  breathing and visualisation. The forest walk is also, for this retreat, largely on the level.  There are a few forest bathing and outdoor meditation options, weather permitting, and one of these involves a short but steep incline; this option could be chosen only if all present are sufficiently able bodied. (If you are interested in a more active hiking element, take a look at Wildness & Wellness: Hiking, Qigong & Meditation.) We will be outdoors as much as possible, and for as many activities as possible; however, the Retreat Room is available for the duration of the retreat as needed. It is recommended that guests wear comfortable clothing and bring outdoor clothes and shoes, including raincoat and trousers, so that some of the activities can continue outdoors even in the event of some rain. 
 
BOOKING:
 
An optional 25% deposit of £10, payable by bank transfer or Revolut, will guarantee your place on this retreat, with the balance payable on arrival at the retreat. It is not necessary to pay the advance deposit, but priority places are given to those who do choose to reserve a place in this way. This deposit is fully refundable up until 7 days before the event, whereupon it becomes non-refundable, but remains fully transferable to any other Being Zen half day event.
 
RETREAT SCHEDULE:
 
The retreat schedule will look something like this, but may be adapted to some degree to make the most of the weather conditions on the day and the fitness level of the group as a whole:
 

 

 

12pm - Meet at Knockmany Forest Park, located 2 miles from Augher in County Tyrone, in the "Retreat Room" beside the car park. This facility is all ground floor, has public toilets, and the Retreat Room has large windows looking out towards the Forest and double doors which open out onto a covered outdoor area. There is a large car park with ample space for parking. Guests are welcome to have tea/coffee. Black tea and a selection of herbal teas will be provided, as well as milk and sugar. 

1215pm - Qigong - indoors or out, possibly at the Anya's Grave viewpoint, depending on the weather and on how able bodied the group. In any case, we have several lovely spots close to  the  Retreat Room in Knockmany from which to choose for our qigong! 
 
115pm - Simple and light vegetarian lunch and tea/coffee. Any food sensitivities should be mentioned at time of booking. 
 
145pm - After lunch clean up.
 
2pm - Guided Meditation and Sound Bath. 
 
245pm - Walk and Forest Bathing.
 
4pm approx. - Close. 

Ikigai: Life Purpose Weekend Retreat

25th to 27th September 2026

£260/€300/pp

 

AVAILABLE!

 

Life Purpose Weekend Retreat in County Fermanagh. More details to follow soon. Schedule will be live from 1st July 2026. 

Photo: FGracey

Wildness and Wellness:

 "Calm & Connect"

Sunday 18th October 2026

£40/pp

AVAILABLE!

 

A half day retreat designed to calm the nervous system, encourage grounding in preparation for winter, and deepen our connection with nature, from 12pm to 430pm - in the hills and forests of the beautiful Knockmany Forest Park in the lovely Clogher Valley, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland - and suitable for most fitness levels. Explore and enjoy yin yoga, restorative yoga, guided meditation, and sound bath, and a gentle forest walk with forest bathing in this beautiful location. Simple vegetarian lunch included. Places are limited to 12 people and can be secured by paying a 25% deposit. Sensible shoes, comfortable, cosy clothing and a rain coat and waterproof trousers are recommended for the forest walk and forest bathing. Some of this retreat will be held outdoors, weather permitting, encouraging and enabling us to connect with Nature. 

Introduction, Booking and Retreat Schedule
INTRODUCTION:
 
This is a gentle retreat which aims to be accessible to as many people as possible. Yin Yoga is a gentle form of yoga where the postures are seated or supported on the mat and held for 3 to 5 minutes. In Restorative Yoga the body is fully supported by props to encourage deep relaxation. The yin yoga class and the Restorative Yoga with Sound Bath will be indoor events. The forest walk is also, for this retreat, largely on the level. There are a few forest bathing and outdoor meditation options, weather permitting, and one of these involves a short but steep incline; this option could be chosen only if all present are sufficiently able bodied. (If you are interested in a more active hiking element, take a look at Wildness & Wellness: Hiking, Qigong & Meditation.) We will be outdoors for the forest walk and forest bathing, so it is recommended that guests wear cosy, comfortable clothing and bring outdoor clothes and shoes, including raincoat and waterproof trousers, so that these activities can continue outdoors even in the event of rain. 
 
BOOKING:
 
An optional 25% deposit of £10, payable by bank transfer or Revolut, will guarantee your place on this retreat, with the balance payable on arrival at the retreat. It is not necessary to pay the advance deposit, but priority places are given to those who do choose to reserve a place in this way. This deposit is fully refundable up until 14 days before the event, whereupon it becomes non-refundable, but remains fully transferable to any other Being Zen half day event.
 
RETREAT SCHEDULE:
 
The retreat schedule will look something like this, but may be adapted to some degree to make the most of the weather conditions on the day and the fitness level of the group as a whole:
 

 

12pm - Meet at Knockmany Forest Park, located 2 miles from Augher in County Tyrone, in the "Retreat Room" beside the car park. This facility is all ground floor, has public toilets, and the Retreat Room has large windows looking out towards the Forest and double doors which open out onto a covered outdoor area. There is a large car park with ample space for parking. Guests are welcome to have tea/coffee. Black tea, coffee and a selection of herbal teas will be provided, as well as milk and sugar. 

1215pm - Yin Yoga - indoors. Participants do need to be able to sit on the floor on a yoga mat for this element of the retreat. 
 
115pm - Simple and light vegetarian lunch and tea/coffee. Any food sensitivities should be mentioned at time of booking. 
 
145pm - After lunch clean up.
 
2pm - Restorative Yoga, guided meditation and Sound Bath - indoor
 
245pm - Walk and Forest Bathing in the beechwood at Knockmany.
 
4pm to 430pm - Close. 

Photo: FGracey

Wildness & Wellness:

"Calm & Connect"

Sunday 22nd November 2026

£40/pp

AVAILABLE!

 

Join Fiona for a half day retreat designed to calm the nervous system, encourage grounding in preparation for winter, and deepen our connection with nature, from 12pm to 430pm - in the hills and forests of the beautiful Knockmany Forest Park in the lovely Clogher Valley, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland - and suitable for most fitness levels. Explore and enjoy yin yoga; restorative yoga, guided meditation and sound bath; and a gentle forest walk with forest bathing in this beautiful location. Simple vegetarian lunch included. Places are limited to 12 people and can be secured by paying a 25% deposit. Sensible shoes, comfortable, cosy clothing and a rain coat and  waterproof trousers are recommended for the forest walk and forest bathing. Some of this retreat will be held outdoors, weather permitting, encouraging and enabling us to connect with Nature. 

Introduction, Booking and Retreat Schedule

INTRODUCTION:
 
This is a gentle retreat which aims to be accessible to as many people as possible. Yin Yoga is a gentle form of yoga where the postures are seated or supported on the mat and held for 3 to 5 minutes. In Restorative Yoga the body is fully supported by props to encourage deep relaxation. The yin yoga class and the Restorative Yoga with Sound Bath will be indoor events. The forest walk is also, for this retreat, largely on the level. There are a few forest bathing and outdoor meditation options, weather permitting, and one of these involves a short but steep incline; this option could be chosen only if all present are sufficiently able bodied. (If you are interested in a more active hiking element, take a look at Wildness & Wellness: Hiking, Qigong & Meditation.) We will be outdoors for the forest walk and forest bathing, so it is recommended that guests wear cosy, comfortable clothing and bring outdoor clothes and shoes, including raincoat and waterproof trousers, so that these activities can continue outdoors even in the event of rain. 
 
BOOKING:
 
An optional 25% deposit of £10, payable by bank transfer or Revolut, will guarantee your place on this retreat, with the balance payable on arrival at the retreat. It is not necessary to pay the advance deposit, but priority places are given to those who do choose to reserve a place in this way. This deposit is fully refundable up until 14 days before the event, whereupon it becomes non-refundable, but remains fully transferable to any other Being Zen half day event.
 
RETREAT SCHEDULE:
 
The retreat schedule will look something like this, but may be adapted to some degree to make the most of the weather conditions on the day and the fitness level of the group as a whole:
 

 

12pm - Meet at Knockmany Forest Park, located 2 miles from Augher in County Tyrone, in the "Retreat Room" beside the car park. This facility is all ground floor, has public toilets, and the Retreat Room has large windows looking out towards the Forest and double doors which open out onto a covered outdoor area. There is a large car park with ample space for parking. Guests are welcome to have tea/coffee. Black tea, coffee and a selection of herbal teas will be provided, as well as milk and sugar. 

1215pm - Yin Yoga - indoors. Participants do need to be able to sit on the floor on a yoga mat for this element of the retreat. 
 
115pm - Simple and light vegetarian lunch and tea/coffee. Any food sensitivities should be mentioned at time of booking. 
 
145pm - After lunch clean up.
 
2pm - Restorative Yoga, guided meditation and Sound Bath - indoor
 
245pm - Walk and Forest Bathing in the beechwood at Knockmany.
 
4pm to 430pm - Close. 

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