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.
Next available dates
April 30th - May 2nd 2010
December 3rd - 5th 2010
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
Liz Lark and Jean Hall Yoga Weekends
For more details about Liz Lark (right) and her yoga click here
For more details about Jean Hall (left) and her yoga click here
for information on any other teachers at this venue please click on their names in the weekends listing.
Your
day
There are two yoga rooms at Oxon Hoath, Jean Hall will be teaching in one and Liz Lark in the other. You may choose which teacher you work with for each session.
Yoga will be at the following times in both of the yoga rooms
7 am - 8 am / 11.15 am - 12.45 pm / 5.30 pm - 7 pm
There will be yoga classes as above on each full day, morning sessions followed by brunch, with a late afternoon class, followed by dinner. Pranayama and Meditation will often be incorporated into these sessions.
Arrival day will have an evening class before dinner, usually around 6 pm and departure days the morning classes as above.
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.
Extra Workshop: During our May
weekend there will be an additional workshop on Saturday afternoon
'Core Connectivity'
This is a Pilates Based Workshop with Pete Roberts. Anatomical detail
will form the basis of core exercises, to enhance yoga practise and to
reduce risk of injury. Everybody is welcome to attend cost is £10
payable on the day
Pete will also be giving Thai Massage / Trager Therapy treatments through the weekend.
| Start | End | Nights | Style | Teachers | Share pp | Single |
| April 30th | May 2nd | 2 |
Astanga and Hatha Yoga |
Liz Lark and Jean Hall | From £285 | From £329 |
| Dec 3rd | Dec 5th | 2 |
Astanga and Hatha Yoga |
Liz Lark and Jean Hall | From £285 | From £329 |
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Price Sharing |
Twin bedded rooms with a shower or bathroom just outside of the room are from £299 per person, en-suite rooms are from £309 per person. There is also one double bedded en-suite room available at £309, one triple en-suite room at £279 per person and two quadruple rooms at £279 per person with four participants and £289 with three participants. |
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Price single |
There are seven single rooms priced from£309 - £345 per person. Two of these are en-suite. |
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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 |
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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 11/01/10
