Garth Barns and Country House is a stunning retreat centre nestled in the heart of the Welsh countryside. Surrounded by 200 acres of unspoiled natural beauty, it offers sweeping views, serene wild ponds perfect for swimming or boating, a well-equipped gym, a traditional Swedish sauna, and scenic trails for walking and hiking. This peaceful haven is designed for deep relaxation and renewal. All guest rooms are ensuite, with some offering breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and landscape. Guests can choose from a variety of massage treatments with different therapists and will also have the unique opportunity to work with Fran Creffield and Anna Tolson—formerly of Vital Detox—to gently release old emotional patterns and support personal transformation.

Prices

Shown below are prices per person in British Pounds. You will need to pay a 50% deposit to reserve your space. Gold Tier rooms are the largest rooms and have views and often a balcony. Silver Tier rooms are mid-sized rooms, and Bronze Tier rooms are the smallest rooms. All rooms are ensuite.

Please contact us in advance of making payment to ensure availability on the dates you intend to come. Email: info@jivahealing.com

More about the Retreat

Many people subject their bodies to harmful lifestyles and diets that inhibit the body's ability to cleanse and heal. Eating a poor diet of processed foods clogs up the digestive system with waste materials and prevents our bodies from absorbing vital nutrients, which can lead to health problems over time. Fasting allows an incredibly effective cleansing process to take place in the body that reaches down to each and every cell and tissue. All your organs receive a well-deserved rest and a much-needed clear out. After 24 hours of not eating, the energy used for digestion is redirected towards clearing out waste matter, dead and damaged cells, gas, microbes, parasites and other toxins from your system. Without the chemical interference of stimulants like caffeine, nicotine, sugar and alcohol, your body is able to find a better natural balance.

A professional nutritional adviser will support you throughout the fasting process and optional one-to-one nutritional consultations will also be available for anyone wanting to go into more depth regarding their personal health story. During the fast you will consume organic fruit and vegetable juices, barley grass, vegetable broth and mineral supplements to provide you with the nutrients you need to nurture your body, as well as detoxifying herbs that will aid in the cleansing process. Psyllium husks will provide cleansing bulk and help stave off physical hunger. Self-administered enemas are done once daily to help the body to eliminate toxins, note that these are optional. Twice daily yoga classes are complemented by fun and informative classes on nutrition and healthy eating, sustainable living, meditation and happiness. (Fasting is not safe for people who are very underweight, clinically obese, pregnant, diabetic, suffering from kidney disease or certain cancers.) Please contact us if you have any concerns about your health that you would like to discuss further before arrival.

More About our Yoga Teacher For the past 30 years, Liz Lark has shared her deep passion for yoga, meeting each individual where they are, regardless of their level of experience or understanding. Since 2003, she has served on the Board of Yogacampus, where she teaches essential skills in sequencing, adjustments, and effective instruction. Liz also leads retreats and workshops around the world. At the heart of her teaching is the theme of self-care, inspired by Pema Chödrön’s insightful words: “The root of compassion is having compassion for oneself.” Each class she leads weaves together floor work, standing postures, breath awareness, flowing sequences, and balancing poses to cultivate focus, before concluding with body scanning and deep relaxation. Liz is also trained in Somatic Experiencing®, based on the pioneering work of Peter Levine, and offers trauma-sensitive sessions that can be combined with bodywork. During retreats, she also provides aromatherapy massage, using the healing power of touch to support nervous system regulation and overall well-being. In addition to her yoga teaching, Liz is an accomplished artist (@lizlarkyogaart), specialising in life drawing, the celebration of colour, and tactile clay sculpture. Her artistic practice enriches her teaching, encouraging authenticity, creativity, and expressive movement.