GO WILD FOR YOUR HEALTH RETREATS…
AS FEATURED IN
THE GUARDIAN:-& THE TIMES
BEST NEW EUROPEAN TRIPS FOR 2024 - ETHICAL & GREENER TRAVEL - THE GUARDIAN
This Midsummers’ week join our Go Wild retreat over 5 days on the mystical Cornwall coast., where the key aim is for you to nurture your nervous system, to enjoy good health and find the tools to create enduring well-being.
It’s time to press pause on the chores, delegate the dog walks, pop ‘out of office’ on the emails because we’ve designed a retreat for you that will soothe your nervous system and re-ignite the brilliant spark within you!
We’ve collaborated with a team of wellness experts to deliver you from frazzled to feeling wondrous!
Our retreat venue is a Jacobean Manor with sumptuous interiors, surrounded by a tidal river which breathes in and out twice daily, shifting both light and energy.
With this as our energetic landscape holding us, we use its uplifting magic, combine the retreat with intentional movement; stretching yoga in an atmospheric candlelit warm chapel, walking across the jaw dropping South West coastal path and across the open moorland and Tors on Dartmoor on Midsummers Eve..
We drop into wild swimming spots to refresh us whilst enjoying time with fellow retreaters or adventurers!
Food is so important to us and we’re nourished by food grown either on site or locally, taking advantage of the incredible foodie chef talent prevalent in Cornwall and served to you at your table- no need to lift a finger!
We don’t expect you to sit in a stuffy studio for the bulk of your retreat, instead we mix up the potent power of movement with the delight and freedom you feel when in wide landscapes with long views!
Of course there’s also downtime time scheduled for you to find the valuable space you need with breathwork, sound healing and massage and plenty of spaces to read relax or walk solo.
In short we’ve created a safe space in Nature for you to find the peace, space to breathe into your own bodies and anchor yourself to feel into the transformation on offer.
Find out why this retreat is endorsed by @theguardian @thetimes and why we have built a community of loyal returnees!
We’ve curated events using the healing power of nature…
““True heaven is a place on ERTH !”
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Dartmoor - Wild Swim - The Essence of Go Wild
Polly & Shaun have run retreats daily for 16 years, and understand. the alchemical balance, that mindset, fun and movement play, in achieving and sustaining your greatest potential for wellbeing and longevity. The retreats are curated to include a high dose of inspiration, as the land at base is farmed using regenerative farming techniques, and there is a nod to us all respecting mother nature and its awesome offerings, as we all adventure under her spell.
This is more than a retreat, this is a recalibration of your lifestyle and is designed to individually support you as you move towards your highest self.
PolHawn - Wild Swim
“Where to start! I haven’t stopped raving about this retreat since I left 😊
Firstly I feel so calm and centred since coming home from Erth - just so well and balanced from the inside out. The fresh air, plant based diet and wild swims have done me the world of good!
The retreat is beautifully curated and hosted in the most special setting.
Wild grasses, chicory filled fields and sunsets, a real chance to breathe. The river Lynher winds around the peninsula calling you in for a wild swim!
Our hosts, Polly and Shaun are a truly fantastic team. They know what they are doing and you are in safe hands to relax, reflect, immerse and transform.
I have already recommended this retreat to friends and colleagues and I will be back ❤️ thank you both immensely! xx”
“Thank you all so much for an amazing and life changing experience.”
LOCATION:
Your home for your retreat is Erth Barton. A Jacobean House of historical mystery, its built of stone and granite with mullion windows, on the grounds there is even a 12th Century chapel, within a courtyard setting and in the neighbouring paddocks, we have a yurt, a cabin and a couple of shepherds huts.
Erth Barton sits in an exciting area of Cornwall, where the 4 mile stretch of beach at Whitsand Bay is just a short drive away. Twenty minutes to the east is Dartmoor National Park, and frames the horizon here at Erth. Cornish coastal towns of Cawsand & Kingsand sit elegantly on Rame Head (AONB) peninsula a beautiful landscape of tidal creeks and sandy beaches - known as Cornwall’s forgotten south east corner….
Erth Barton is located just over the border in Cornwall, sitting on its own peninsula - there are no public footpaths here, only private walks - the paths around the peninsula are surrounded by ancient oaks, ferns , blackberry bushes, lichen and moss. Did you know lichen grows in the cleanest of air ?
The River Lynher snakes its way through an Oak woodland, fringing the green tidal water which swallows the land as the tide moves the volume of water in and out daily. Mesmerising. There are a few secret beaches to swim the Lynher from and if lucky, swimming on a warm night, you will see the phosphorescence as your hands move through the water.
This place is wild.
The invitation here is to deepen your connection with Nature and the luxury here is to breathe clear air and experience clean water. Lichen cover many of the trees and woodland, and hang from branches as if suspended in air.
The benefits of blue spaces on our wellbeing are HERE.
The house sits on land farmed using regenerative farming, so it’s safe to breath deeply and swim freely in the knowledge that all humans are on the peninsula are working in harmony with Mother nature. The wildlife is astounding, deer roam here, and make sure you bring binoculars to enjoy the birdlife, such as falcons, hawks, herons, egrets, Canada geese, skylarks on top of the hill and swallows that live in the barns here.
There is huge drive to keep this land wild, as we endeavour to live plastic free and work to reduce our consumables, using sensitive sustainability which showcases the hyper-local spirit of this area of Cornwall. There are plans to grow food here on site and as the neighbours are soil experts, Erth Farmer, left overs are composted so that little has to leave site.
Intimate and independently run, with 6 rooms in the main house, all furnished differently with a personal touch from Polly & Shaun, who are friendly and intuitive hosts, and behind the huge success of Tilton House in Sussex, a retreat venue they ran in Bloomsbury Country for 16 years. They believe, modern luxury is about living in harmony with the natural surroundings. Of course you can expect the usual high-thread count, low lighting, soft furnishings, luxurious and creative details that you would expect from two former film makers, furnishing the house with eco conscience and sustainable materials and antiques, but the real luxury here is the piece of mind, a lack of road noise, or flight paths and everything poised intentionally for your wellbeing.
“I absolutely LOVED Erth. It is a glorious place and I loved the relaxed feel, delicious food and variety of ways we were able to make the most of your beautiful location (even some late-night accidental exploring!). I am so hoping to come again next year for the solstice. It is a wonderful time to be out and about. Even if the sun doesn’t shine as it did for us, just having all that daylight is enough to nourish the soul!”
“Fabulous memories”
2024 PROGRAMME
The Go WILD programme has been loved by both clients and the press since 2019, when we first gathered our group of experts to teach our wellbeing community, the importance of sustaining a good level of health and fitness which has evolved and become central to our lives and wellness.
We offer strategic systems of support to optimise your wellbeing. It starts the moment you book on with a health and lifestyle questionnaire which goes to our team of experts to take a deep dive into your schedule and where we can find the support both nutritionally with your daily movement, rest and opportunity for resourcefulness.
On arrival, we follow a schedule of events held mainly in nature to reset body and mind and recalibrate your nutritional intake by offering delicious menus to fortify your busy lifestyle.
Different beliefs and values that we have accrued along the way may have resulted in unconscious habits. Taking the opportunity to shine a light on these will cleanse both mind and body so we can strengthen our resolve and our WHY to achieve better results daily more aligned with our goals.. For example, creating awareness around our own mental and physical body rhythm and how best we can use certain times of the day to either stimulate movement or receive nurturing calm.
Dartmoor walks
“I had such a wonderful time. I was hoping it would be exactly what I needed, and it was so much more - you made it very special, and such a laugh”
WHAT TO EXPECT
The gateway to our Go WILD retreats is always through the breath, and so after our arrival talk we will enjoy a breath work session and how best to integrate the practice over the following few days and various activities. We hope to expand your energy levels with grounding long hikes either over Dartmoor, or along the South West Coastal Path, in Cornwall. Being immersed in nature and wild landscapes will offer plenty of uplift and inspiration to become both stimulated and nurtured, and for minds and bodies to understand the difference in these opposing feelings. This requires a new awareness of discipline and clarity, which we will also learn to recognise during our programme.
“““What an incredible retreat! I came back completely regenerated and empowered. What I love about this retreat is the comprehensive approach and how different activities are perfectly combined together to connect you to nature and uplift your spirit.
The location is just breathtaking, and the venue is stunning.
Polly and Shaun are such lovely and accommodating hosts. I love their friendliness and sense of humour ...!I have already booked a place for next year!”””
“Thank you for a wonderful time, much needed energy, rest, love and laughter - and space to share. A brilliantly organised few days & activities - and oh the goodie bag !”
Whitsand Bay - South West Coastal Path
TYPICAL DAY:-
Each new day at Erth will build upon the previous one. A sample day may include a selection of the following activities - based on season and tide times
Morning swim or walk around Erth Peninsula
90 minute yoga session
Optional silent practice
Conscious connective breath work session
2 - 3 hours coastal or moorland hikes - minimum 10k
Paddleboarding tuition - suitable for all levels..
Wild Swimming - Coastal or River options
Free time to relax fireside/ bonfire site
Conversational dining
Sound Healing session
Subject to season/ tide*
HOSTS:-
Co Host - & Coach:- Polly Moore
As founder of the Department of Wellbeing, I am so thrilled to be joining this special retreat.
We have created space for all the usual nourishment and adventure through conscious movement and added more opportunities for conversations and reviews of the year held within by this wonderful landscape.
Co Host & Guide:- Shaun Treloar
Co- host Shaun will lead your retreat and will taking you on guided walks across the inspiring Rame Peninsula, Dartmoor & South West Coastal Path. He will share with the landscape that helps stir and strengthen the soul, and will know doubt indulge in SUP, Wild Swimming with the group. Shaun has been running retreats for over 16 years.
OUR TRIBE:-
Breathwork:- Tate Gronow
Breathwork has been the only healing modality to immediately alter my state of mind and body and is something that I use both therapeutically and functionally in everyday life. I was hooked from the moment I finished my first session after feeling like I’d been transported so deeply into my body and further away from the stresses of the present.
The breathe is a bridge between the scientific and spiritual and I aim to make the sometimes more elusive areas of body and mind work feel accessible, practical and gentle. I’m passionate about integrating simple yet effective healing practices into our busy lives. Breathwork is a key pillar in reaching optimum physical and emotional health alongside nature, human connection, food, sleep and movement.
Yogi - Rebecca Bradley
Rebecca is a wonderfully skilled yoga teacher, who nurtuees her clients in their practice. Her classes will be a mixture of restorative yoga and. Vinyaysa sessions - to complement and dovetail with the days activties. sessions that guide, support and encourage students to move their bodies intelligently and intuitively, creating more freedom, space, and balance in the body, mind, and soul.
Rebecca teaches yoga full time across London in a variety of studios as well as to private and corporate clients
Paddleboarding Coach - Mel Bennett
Mel is an experienced Paddleboarder and a qualified WSA instructor, and holds the SLSGB Surf Coach Safety and Rescue Award. Her sessions last around 2 hours, and end with a few tentative yoga poses and ‘grounding’ exercises.
Dartmoor Guide - Dartmoor Paul - Paul Rendall
Fascinated by the moor’s industrial archaeology and its wildlife explorations Pauls knowledge has provided him with a scope of understanding of the moor that only a few possess.
Paul tours last around 4.5hours and cover 10km - we explore the flora and fauna of Dartmoor, and an insight into the history of land prior to becoming a National Park.
“The walk on Dartmoor with ‘Dartmoor Paul’ as our guide was gorgeous and Paul a wealth of knowledge of history and wildlife in the area. He was gentle and amusing and we all got so much from that walk - and the wild swim was real surprise !” - Penny R - Go Wild Erth May 23
Sound Healer - Carly Seller
Her soul purpose is to connect curious souls to their inner wisdom and creative essence through sound healing, reiki, yoga, and creativity. Weaving together these different modalities, she creates playful and restful experiences that offer space for self-inquiry and expression.
Chef - Kate Kensa
A well seasoned holistic chef and (wild women/writer/poet) Kate will be providing warm wholesome home-cooked meals, that will be deliciously nourishing, plant based, locally sourced, organic, & wild-foraged.
As well as proving fresh homemade healthy snacks and herbal infusions (including her famous herbal potions and elixirs) throughout the retreat.
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DETAILS:-
Your whole programme is included in the stated price and there are no “extra” hidden charges. The cost includes rustic luxury accommodation, three meals daily & fresh juices, coastal hiking, moor land walks, cycling, nutritional discussion, yoga and a host of various other inspiring activities. All transfers between Saltash train station and ERTH BARTON (at scheduled time) are also included in price. Please note arrival is 3pm on the Wednesday and Departure is 1 pm on Sunday.
“I so valued my time at Erth, thankful I made the time to do the retreat as been life affirming, Reminded what makes me tick. Plus being immersed in nature which I thrive on yet never get around to doing enough. Heartfelt thanks to you both for being generous with your time and energy, plus those hearty, life affirming conversations with invigorating company- we made a good crew!
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“Thank you so much for the most fabulous few days. A time to treasure and grow.”
PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE - EMAIL FOR DETAILS : info@departmentofwellbeing.co.uk
SLEEP
OAK ROOM
TRIPLE ASPECT ENSUITE ROOM WITH BATH & SHOWER; PRIVATE BALCONY
FERN ROOM
RIVER VIEW ENSUITE WITH BATH
MOSS ROOM
GARDEN VIEW ENSUITE WITH BATH
£875 PP SINGLE SPACE IN TWIN OR COUPLE/ £975 SOLE OCCUPANCY
GRANITE ROOM
RIVER VIEW WITH PRIVATE BATHROOM
£875 PP SINGLE SPACE IN TWIN / £975 SOLE OCCUPANCY
LICHEN ROOM
DUAL ASPECT ROOM WITH VIEW ACROSS THE RIVER WITH SHARED BATHROOM
STUDY ROOM
SMALL SINGLE ROOM WITH VIEWS ACROSS THE RIVER WITH SHARED BATHROOM
SHEPHERD HUT 1
HUT & EN-SUITE WITH RIVER VIEWS
SOLD OUT
SHEPHERD HUT 2
HUT & ENSUITE WITH RIVER VIEWS
£875 SOLE OCCUPANCY
CABIN
CABIN & EN-SUITE WITH RIVER VIEWS
SOLD OUT
“A wild few days with memories to treasure. Absolutely perfect ! I couldn’t ask for more. Thank you so much for putting together such a varied programme. ”
PAYMENT
CLAIM 10% EARLY BIRD OFFER ENTER JUNE24-10 AT CHECKOUT
A non-refundable deposit of 30% is required to secure your space with the remaining balance due sixweeks before your arrival. You may pay through bank transfer, debit card, or credit card. We do accept American express.
TERMS:-
If you withdraw 60 days or more before the programme your remaining balance will be refunded (less your 30% deposit)
If you withdraw 59-30 days before the programme, then no refund will be given. However, any balance you have already paid (not including 30% deposit) may be used on future retreats, your credit will be valid for one year following the due date of the full balance. You may also transfer your balance including your deposit to a 3rd party should you be unable to attend. We must be notified immediately and the 3rd party must fill out and sign the required application form, and the full balance paid.
If you withdraw less than 29 days before the programme any payments rendered are forfeited and no credit or refund will be given. However, you may still transfer your balance and your place to a 3rd party should you find one. Please note no refunds, credits or transfers will be given for no-shows, early departure from the programme, unused days or force majure. If we cancel the program then all payments, including the deposit, shall be returned. We strongly recommend you purchase holiday insurance in case of cancellation on your part.
WHATS NOT INCLUDED:-
Travel to and from ERTH BARTON outside of the scheduled pick up on day 1
Travel Insurance
Massages are extra at £70/hr and should be booked in advance
Any additional nights can be booked direct - just email
WHAT TO BRING:-
BATHERS & A TOWEL - for the sauna, and swimming - you should make sure you have a couple of changes if possible and additional towels
WETSUIT for the kayaking/ SUP/ Surf (*seasonal)
YOGA CLOTHES
EXERCISE CLOTHES AND TRAINERS; GLOVES AND SCARVES FOR WALKS ETC
WALKING BOOTS, WATER PROOFS AND OR A DECENT RAINCOAT
SLIPPERS, OR ANYTHING THAT MAKES YOU FEEL COMFY
RETREAT ESSENTIALS:-
YOUR OWN BLANKET & YOGA MAT - (we can supply mats and blocks if necessary.)
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS:-
We recommend you take out travel insurance for your visit.
You should have a reasonable level of fitness to undertake any or all of the activities.
All activities are optional, and subject to weather & tide - where possible we will re-arrange activities or amend the schedule accordingly.
ECO:-
If travelling by electric car, you are welcome to charge your cars here upon arrival. On your trip down, there are FAST charging stations at Exeter. During your stay we ask that you keep light usage to a minimum.
HOW TO GET HERE:
Trains runs direct from London (3hrs 25mins) Paddington; Cardiff; Bristol direct to Saltash. You can also travel direct to Plymouth from Edinburgh; Manchester & Birmingham. Book in advance with Trainline HERE
By car, we are less than 4 miles from the A38, just after the Tamar Bridge crossing into Cornwall.
TESTIMONIALS:-
““Rested and energised in equal measure after a magical stay. Ebikes, hikes, boxercise, yoga, breathwork and a sound bath! Thank you Polly & Shaun for taking care of me . I needed this.”
“So many thanks Shaun and Polly. What I needed was exactly what you gave me..an opportunity to stop having to make decisions for a while and to take on a few new ways of thinking, eating, moving and connecting with new people that I will absorb into my daily life from right now.”
““What an incredible retreat! I feel more inclined to maintain a healthy regime after this retreat. Thank you to the experts who have suggested real improvements to my wellbeing! Thank you.””
““Amazingly well organised retreat.””
“““We had such a fantastic time, and it was the perfect way to start the NY and the next chapter in our lives”””
“Go Wild retreat combines just the right balance of outdoor activities, yoga and socialising. To complete this perfect arrangement is the beautiful location and surroundings of Tilton House, with its historical legacy and picturesque gardens. Highly recommended and I’m looking forward to visiting again!”
“From start to finish I absolutely loved my Go Wild Retreat. From the idyllic setting to the incredible food, to the diverse range of activities, everything was absolutely spot on. I felt very at home and comfortable straight away; I had never been on a retreat before and this was such a lovely experience for me and I loved every second.”
“This retreat was equally moving and inspiring. The yoga, the many other retreat activities, and the delicous meals were a gift for me. Life has been challenging and the retreat was a pocket of time when everything else went away. It was a rare moment in which I was truly immersed in the here and now. And that doesn’t seem to happen much these days. I made four new friends, too - a windfall given last year’s lockdown. ”