Within easy reach of London in the heart of the West Kent Rural Conservation Area.
The ancient Manor of Oxon Hoath has 73 acres of its own beautiful, tranquil gardens and parkland and is a joy to explore. The exotic trees and romantic gardens, sweeping lawns and mysterious woodlands; hidden dells; secret gardens; courtyards and sculptured lake (perfect for sunbathing) create the perfect environment for self-discovery, profound learning and spiritual development.
Oxon Hoath is easy to get to and only a short distance from London by train or car, making this an ideal weekend retreat.
The ancient Manor of Oxon Hoath has 73 acres of its own beautiful, tranquil gardens and parkland and is a joy to explore.
The exotic trees and romantic gardens, sweeping lawns and mysterious woodlands; hidden dells; secret gardens; courtyards and sculptured lake (perfect for sunbathing) create the perfect environment for self-discovery, profound learning and spiritual development.
Oxon Hoath was originally built more than 600 years ago by Sir John Culpepper, a Knight of King Henry V, as a royal park for the Kingdom's oxen and deer. Over the centuries the Oxon Hoath Estate has been the ancestral family home to eleven Knights of the Realm, many of whom enhanced both the house and the grounds in a fascinating variety of classical architectural styles.
The most recent enhancement was in 1846 when Sir William Geary commissioned the renowned French gothic revivalist architect Anthony Salvin to build the mansard dome, and the chateau tower. Sir William, son of Admiral Sir Francis Geary who was Nelson's mentor, also engaged W.A.Nesfield to create the formal gardens in the style of Capability Brown.
The Oxon Hoath gardens are the only surviving unaltered parterre gardens
in England today.
Oxon Hoath remains in family ownership today and is preserved as an
enchanting and historic country estate of the most exquisite beauty.
Accommodation
Most bedrooms are twin but there are also several singles, doubles and
two family rooms sleeping 3 or 4.
Wherever possible rooms retain the original mansion proportions and have
en-suite facilities.
Those without have a bathroom close by. All rooms are centrally heated, simple and comfortable
Your
day
There will be yoga classes as specified by your yoga teacher (ask when booking) Morning sessions are followed by brunch, with the late afternoon class followed by dinner.
There are two yoga spaces at Oxon Hoath - when two teachers are in residence you will be able to choose which classes you wish to attend.
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Rooms |
Twin and single bedded rooms are either en-suite, or with a shower or bathroom just outside of the room There is also one double bedded en-suite room, one triple en-suite room and two quadruple rooms |
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Getting There |
You may arrive by car (we will supply you with directions) or by train. There are several trains each hour from London |
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Transfers |
For those arriving by train you will need a taxi transfer. This will cost about £10. there will almost certainly be other yoga students on the same train whom you can share your taxi with - look for people carrying yoga bags. |
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Accommodation, yoga and meals. Price varies from teacher to teacher, please see price on our weekends listings |
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Not included: |
Treatments, massages, one-to-one private tuition. |
For more information please contact us at: Free Spirit Travel or call on: 01273-564230
updated 31/03/09
