Ashtanga Yoga Retreat
Friday 26th to Monday 29th June 2026
Cotswold Park Barns, Gloucestershire, UK
With Lauren Munday and Tom Norrington Davies
Why you’ll love this Ashtanga Yoga Retreat
Dream venue. Nestled deep in the rolling Cotswold hills, Cotswold Park Barns offers a private, peaceful, all-inclusive setting. Original stone barns converted to spacious yoga halls, comfy Ensuite bedrooms, and open-plan communal areas—all surrounded by 195 acres of meadows, woodland, and wildlife.
Daily Ashtanga practice. Morning Mysore-style self-practice Sessions, Afternoon workshops focused on Ashtanga and Restorative Yoga Nidra —tailored for beginners to seasoned practitioners.
Nourishing downtime. Take mindful woodland walks, soak in the ambience, or simply unwind in cosy lounges, by the outdoor fire pit or in the Hot Tub.
Ashtanga Yoga Retreat Location
About The Cotswolds Barns
Nestled in the heart of the rolling Cotswold hills, Cotswold Park Barns is an exquisitely restored collection of Grade II‑listed barn buildings on a private 195‑acre estate, offering serene seclusion just 7 miles from historic Cirencester.
outside is a peaceful courtyard with a hot tub, BBQ, and space for al fresco dining. You can wander the woodland trails, play a game of tennis, or simply soak up the stillness.
The barns combine rustic charm with relaxed luxury—vaulted ceilings, oak beams, and open-plan spaces to stretch out and unwind.
There’s a generous dining hall, a well-equipped kitchen, a quiet mezzanine, and a cosy lounge with deep sofas—ideal for relaxing or connecting.
There are 10 spacious en-suite bedrooms (six in the Dairy and four in the Hay Barn), each thoughtfully designed for comfort.
What to Expect on your Ashtanga Yoga Retreat
Three Nights and Four Days of Rest & Nourishment in the Cotswolds
This special weekend includes five yoga classes and a cookery demonstration with renowned chef and Ashtanga teacher Tom Norrington-Davies, offering insight into food seasonality and the inspiration behind the weekend’s nourishing menu.
From the moment you arrive, you’ll be welcomed with time to settle in, enjoy a cup of tea and a homemade snack, and ease into the retreat with gentle movement and a deeply restorative Yoga Nidra practice.
Morning Practices
Each morning begins with a simple pranayama and meditation, followed by Mysore-style self-practice—you’ll be guided and supported in a friendly and encouraging environment. Beginners will be introduced in a one-to-one introduction and supported throughout the weekend.
Afternoons of Depth & Relaxation
In the afternoons, we’ll dive into practice techniques and return to stillness through nourishing Yoga Nidra sessions.
One afternoon, Tom will lead a relaxed cookery class, sharing his intuitive, seasonal approach to food, along with practical tips, inspiration, and the stories behind the dishes you’ll enjoy throughout the weekend.
Food & Feasting
All meals will be vegetarian or vegan, freshly prepared by Tom using locally sourced produce that celebrates the vibrant flavours of early summer in the Cotswolds.
Daily brunch, afternoon snacks, and dinner will be thoughtfully prepared to energise and restore.
Time for You
When you’re not on the mat or at the table, enjoy free time however you like—exploring the surrounding countryside, playing tennis, or simply unwinding in the outdoor hot tub.
Whether you’re new to Ashtanga or looking to deepen your connection to the practice, you’ll be warmly welcomed into a friendly and supportive group.
We promise you’ll leave feeling refreshed, reconnected, and inspired—with a full belly and a full heart.
Tom and I have been practicing and teaching together at Astanga Yoga London for many years. He’s not only a gifted yoga teacher and a wonderfully skilled (and humble) chef, but also a dear friend.
I’m truly excited to be hosting our Seventh retreat together. i love these weekends away. It’s always a joy to share the Ashtanga practice in such a supportive setting—and with Tom in the kitchen, the food is guaranteed to be nourishing, delicious, and memorable. I’m confident you’ll have a wonderful time!
About your retreat hosts Astanga Retreat Ashtanga Yoga retreat
What they said about our Previous Ashtanga Retreats
“A weekend away with Tom and Lauren was one of the best gifts I could give myself at this time. The retreat itself was extremely well organised, true to their style - from booking to the stay to departure”.
"It's the perfect combination of yoga, excellent food and lovely nature. And it's so nice to spend time with people to chat about everything, not just our yoga. Lauren & Tom are simply wonderful, I cannot recommend this retreat highly enough to anyone.”
”The retreat is like a journey through the rabbit hole. It will be giving its best for all four days. If you’re in search for a deeper connection to nature, broaden the knowledge of your own Ashtanga practice and enhance healing powers through eating seasonal and local ingredients this is your place to be.”
”Having come from London, this was exactly what I needed. Today, I feel like my head is clear, I can think and feel energised. Could have done with 5 more days of this.”
“Not only was it my first retreat, but I also dragged a non yogi hubby along with me. It did not matter that he was a novice as he was made to feel so welcome and included. It really helped than Lauren scheduled in time on the first morning to help beginners. The retreat was wonderful from beginning to end. We were thoroughly spoilt by Tom's incredible cooking skills, and he insisted on doing all of the clearing up too :-) The venue is simply stunning and there was plenty of free time to explore the local area if we wanted to too. Thank you to Lauren and Tom for such a fabulous weekend ❤️”
Ashtanga Yoga Retreat FAQs
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Yes, many of our guests come by themselves. You will be allocated a room shared with one other person of the same gender. Attending a yoga retreat is a great way to meet other yoga practitioners and dive deeper into your yoga practice.
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All deposits are non-refundable. The final payment is due 60 days in advance of the retreat and is non-refundable once paid. If you’re unable to attend we will do our best to find someone to replace you, but this is not guaranteed. If we find a replacement we will be able to issue you with a refund minus the deposit. We suggest everyone take out travel insurance, in case they are unable to attend the retreat.
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You’re welcome to participate in as many, or as little, of the yoga classes, meals or other activities as you’d like to. This yoga retreat is your time to rest and recharge so it’s always you’re choice what you would like to do.
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All food will be vegetarian or vegan. We can accommodate any dietary requirements. All food will be cooked in one kitchen so you should let us know at the time of booking if you have any severe allergies.
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Yes! The retreat is suitable for everyone. If you’ve never done Ashtanga before you’ll be well looked after. On the first day you’ll receive a one-to-one introduction to Ashtanga and from there your practice will grow at a pace that suits you.
Pricing and Availablity
Early Bird Price - On sale from 1st August 2025
£690 Per Person - Twin Room
£985 - Single Occupancy Room (limited availability)
Full Price - From 1st October 2025
£740 Per Person - Twin Room
£1050 - Single Occupancy Room (limited availability)
All rooms are en-suite with the exception of two rooms, which share a bathroom.
All rooms will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so book early to confirm your room preference!
What’s included:
3 nights’ accommodation at The Cotswolds Park Barn
6 Yoga Classes & 1 Cookery Workshop
Daily Brunch, dinner and afternoon snack
What’s not included:
Travel to the venue.
Trains leave from London Paddington Direct to Swindon (55 minutes approx £60 return) or Cheltenham Spa (2 hours approx £60 return).
The venue is 20 Minutes from Cheltenham Spa Station, 30 minutes from Swindon Station. Guests can be put in touch to arrange group taxis.
To Book:
A non-refundable deposit of only £175 is required to confirm your place.
Payment of the final balance is due on 26th March 2026
