Day of Rest

DAY OF REST: A day retreat for knackered people.
Brinkburn, Northumberland, Friday 25th September 2026, 10am - 5pm.

When did you last rest? Not sit in front of the telly and scroll rest, but properly switch off for a day. Can't remember? Thought so. Day of Rest is an opportunity to press pause, move your body gently and slowly, meet some lovely people and have a proper good lie down. 
Below is a rough schedule out of the day. Everything is optional, so feel free to dip in and out of the below as and when you feel.

• Welcome circle and a cuppa 
• A slow yoga flow, suitable and adaptable for all bodies, followed by a yin practice.
• A walk through the Priory grounds and beautiful countryside. An optional cold dip in the river if you're brave. 
• A gorgeous vegetarian lunch from Natural Balance Kitchen.
• Space to write, read and reflect. Bring your book!
• A restorative yoga practice - think bolsters, blankets and long restful holds, into a yoga nidra snooze.

Who's it for?

Anyone who needs a little TLC, which let's face it, is all of us. The practices are gentle, and suitable for all bodies, whether pregnant, knackered new parents, or navigating injuries. Wear comfy clothes, bring a notepad and pen, and come exactly as you are.

Meet your guide
Lou Henry is a yoga teacher and community manager from Newcastle. She grew up just a stones throw from Brinkburn, and knows the restorative powers of the Northumberland countryside all too well. She's taught yoga for four years, sharing the majority of her practices to the busy folk of East London, alongside community organisations supporting carers, and young people in care, too. She's a huge advocate of restful practices, and always happy to tuck you in. Following a sold out weekend retreat at Brinkburn in Winter 2025, she's excited to be back on home turf.

Contact

Got questions? Drop Lou an email at louisehenry16@gmail.com