Rediscover. Reconnect. Rejuvenate.
Nurturing Mindfulness Meditation Retreat
Retreat for 4 days & 3 nights
We are delighted to offer you this extended weekend retreat where you are invited to take a pause from the busyness of daily life. You will reconnect with the natural world and your true nature. Nestled in the beautiful mountains of West Ireland, this retreat promises a rejuvenating blend of mindfulness, nature, and self-connection.
Your Retreat Experience will include:
- Mindfulness Meditation: Immerse yourself in the present moment with guided mindfulness meditation sessions through the weekend. Our purpose designed meditation room is set against the backdrop of woodlands and panoramic mountain views. Learn techniques to cultivate focus, clarity and inner calm.
- Mindful Walking in Nature: Allow the beauty of nature to awaken your senses, still the mind, and restore a deep connection with the earth in our guided Mindful Walking sessions. There will also be opportunity to explore the woods and the walking paths in your own time.
- Experiential Workshops: Receive expert guidance from Sheena and Claire, certified Mindfulness (MBSR) Trainers who will guide you in a range of experiential workshops designed to help unlock the power of mindfulness. Exploring skilful ways of working with thoughts and emotions that foster resilience and strengthen wellbeing.
- Mindful Movement: Enjoy gentle Mindful Movement sessions that are inspired by Hatha Yoga and QiGong and support you in finding balance and ease. No previous experience is needed to practice these slow, simple movements, You will have full choice in making movements appropriate for your body.
- Culinary Delights: Indulge in delicious locally sourced, nourishing and heartfully prepared vegetarian meals cooked for you in the retreat kitchen. We will share meals in the communal dining area. You will also be invited to enjoy the gift of silent breakfasts.
- Sound Bath: “Bathe” in the healing vibrations of an immersive sound bath. Fiona, our host at the retreat venue will facilitate this deeply soothing gong bath in the octagonal meditation room.
- Quiet Time: We will observe gentle silence together at different points during the retreat and build in time for solo moments to savour and immerse yourself in the practice of deep personal nourishment and connection. Day 3 will offer the opportunity to take a full day in warm silence together. Throughout the weekend we encourage and support your wisdom in taking care of your needs, your way.
Our Host Venue
Cabragh Lodge, Centre for Inner & Interpersonal Wellness, is located in the Ox Mountains in the West of Ireland, just 5 km from Coolaney village, Co. Sligo The centre overlooks the rolling countryside of hedgerows, woodlands and Kesh Mountain and Knocknashee (The Hill of the Fairies) in full view. This is the perfect outlook where you will enjoy picturesque landscapes and an abundance of wild nature soundscapes.
The unique octagonal retreat studio was custom built to offer a peaceful tranquil and energised space. Ecologically built, and sympathetic to the indigenous landscape, this beautiful wooden centre is airy and spacious for group sessions. You will sleep in one of the stunning wooden eco cabins nestled in hazel woodland and built to a passive design standard. Each cabin has 2 ensuite bedrooms and shares a fitted kitchen with dining area. From the outdoor deck you can savour the sounds and sights of the forest and nearby mountain life.
Who is the retreat for?
This retreat is suitable for anyone who would like to explore greater connection with themselves through mindfulness meditation and with the nurturing power of nature in a supportive setting. Meditation & Mindfulness beginners are welcome, as are experienced meditators and meditation teachers.
All are welcome to this nourishing space. We have limited single occupancy rooms available so book now if this is your preference. You can book a twin shared room and we will assign someone to share with you or if you are coming with a friend who is booking separately, let us know and we will match you up.
If you are unsure if this retreat is right for you, please get in touch with either Sheena or Claire, your teachers on this retreat.
Booking Conditions
- A non-refundable deposit of €150 per person is required to reserve a place.
- The balance of the full fee will be due no later than 1st May 2025
- Payment of the full fee can be made at any time or in instalments. You can request bank details (UK or Ireland) or link for credit card payments
- Payment of the full fee confirms your place on the retreat
- All bookings made after 1st May 2025 will require full payment
Cancellation policy
- If you cancel your place before 1st May, you will receive any refund of payment less the €150 non-refundable deposit paid.
- If you cancel after the 1st May, we will refund the balance less the deposit of €150 only if we are able to re-fill your space from a waiting list.
- If the organisers cancel the retreat, you will be refunded 100% of fees received for payment of your place.
Getting to Cabragh Lodge
- 5 km from Coolaney village, Co. Sligo.
- Train from Dublin Connolly to Collooney takes approx. 3 hours. Collooney station is 15 mins drive from Cabragh Lodge
- Fly Knock Airport (approx. 40 mins drive); Shannon Airport (approx. 2 hours 15 mins drive) or Dublin Airport (approx. 2 hours 45 mins drive)
Next Retreat
24th – 27th July 2025
All-inclusive rates per person
€750 (twin -share)
€1050 (single)
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