The Stillpoint Within

A 2-night silent retreat

18 September 2026 | Quantock Hills, Somerset

A Sanctuary of Silence and Soul Connection

There is a quiet place within you - a stillpoint beneath thought, noise, and story.
It waits patiently, beyond the rush of daily life, calling you home.

The Stillpoint Within is a two-night journey into silence, presence, and reconnection with your soul. Held gently in nature, this retreat invites you to pause the outer world and rediscover the rhythm of your inner world.

Through silence, breath, creativity, and deep rest, you’ll soften into what’s true - remembering the calm clarity that lives at the heart of who you are.

Our days are filled with messages, notifications, responsibilities, conversations, and constant input. We move from one thing to the next, often without pausing long enough to notice how we are feeling, what we need, or what our inner wisdom is trying to tell us.

Over time, many of us begin to feel disconnected….from our bodies, from our intuition, from ourselves.

A silent retreat offers an opportunity to step away from the noise and return to what matters.

Not through striving or self-improvement. But through something much simpler:

Silence. Space. Rest.

Why Silence?

Silence is often misunderstood. Many people imagine it as empty, restrictive, or uncomfortable.

In reality, silence can be deeply nourishing.

When we remove the constant distractions of daily life, something begins to shift. The nervous system settles. The mind becomes quieter. The body softens.

  • We begin to notice what has been overlooked

  • We hear out thoughts more clearly

  • We reconnect with our feelings

  • We remember what is important

  • Clarity emerges

  • Creativity returns

This is where many people rediscover a sense of calm, direction, and inner knowing that has been buried beneath the noise.

Silence is not about withdrawing from life - it is about creating the space to engage with it more consciously.

Why a Silent Retreat?

Choosing silence can feel like a courageous step.

Many of us are accustomed to filling every spare moment with conversation, entertainment, information, or activity. The idea of stepping away from those distractions can feel unfamiliar at first.

That is why my retreats are designed to be gentle, supportive, and accessible:

  • You do not need previous experience of meditation

  • You do not need to consider yourself spiritual

  • You do not need to arrive feeling calm or centred

  • You simply need a willingness to pause

The retreat provides a structure that supports the experience of silence, allowing you to settle gradually into a slower rhythm and discover what emerges when there is space to listen.

My Approach

My retreats are intentionally small, with a maximum of six participants.

This creates an environment that feels both supportive and spacious.

You are not alone in the experience, yet you are not surrounded by so many people that it becomes overwhelming.

Alongside periods of silence, I offer a carefully held programme of guided practices designed to support reflection, reconnection, and integration.

Depending on the retreat, these may include:

  • Guided meditation

  • Breathwork

  • Reflective journalling

  • Creative exploration

  • Gentle hypnosis and relaxation

  • Group reflection and integration

There is also plenty of unstructured time to rest, walk, reflect, read, or simply be.

A key part of the experience is a digital detox. By stepping away from phones, emails, social media, and constant notifications, participants are able to experience a level of mental spaciousness that is increasingly rare in everyday life.

Why Small Groups Matter

Many silent retreats involve larger groups of people sharing the same experience. While this works well for some, it can feel intimidating or impersonal for others.

My retreats are intentionally limited to six participants:

  • Small enough to feel personal

  • Small enough to feel safe

  • Small enough that each participant can be fully welcomed into the experience

This allows for a retreat atmosphere that feels calm, supportive, and human.

Retreat Flow

Day 1 | Arrival & Opening

Arrive from Friday afternoon.
A warm welcome, shared dinner, and intention-setting circle to ground into the space.
An evening guided journalling workshop to help you arrive, reflect, and set your intention for the retreat.

We’ll enter silence before bedtime.

Day 2 | The Silent Journey

Breathwork, creative practice, silent walks, and gentle guided sessions , with space for rest, reflection and time in nature.

With no phones or digital input, this becomes a rare opportunity to truly switch off from the outside world and begin listening inwardly again.

Day 3 | Integration & Returning

Silence continues through Day 3, breaking before dinner, allowing time to gently reconnect, share if you wish, and begin integrating the experience.

Guests may depart after dinner on Sunday evening, or choose to stay for an optional third night.

For those staying on, the evening will be relaxed and unstructured - a gentle space to re-emerge more slowly, chat quietly, rest, journal, or simply enjoy a softer transition back.

Is a Silent Retreat Right for You?

A silent retreat may be supportive if you are:

  • Feeling overwhelmed by the pace of life

  • Constantly busy and struggling to switch off

  • Seeking greater clarity or direction

  • Feeling disconnected from yourself

  • Craving rest and nervous system reset

  • Looking for space away from screens and technology

  • Curious about silence, meditation, or deeper self-reflection

  • Ready to create space for yourself without pressure or expectation

You do not need to have all the answers before you arrive.

You simply need to be willing to make space for the questions.

Upcoming Retreats

18-20 September 2026 ~ Quantock Hills, Somerset

Optional third night available

Stay informed about future retreats and openings:

Sometimes what we are looking for is not another answer. Not another book. Not another podcast. Not another thing to do.

Sometimes what we need most is space.

Space to slow down… to breathe… to listen.

And gently, quietly, come home to ourselves.