Beltane by the River
A Soulful Retreat in Rural West Wales
Friday 1st May – Sunday 3rd May 2026
Optional extra night: Sunday 3rd – Monday 4th May
A Warm Invitation
Step away from the noise of everyday life and arrive somewhere slower, softer, and more alive
Beltane by the River is an intimate, soul‑nourishing retreat held beside the River Teifi in rural West Wales. Rooted in seasonal rhythm and shared presence, this weekend is an invitation to reconnect, — with yourself, with nature, and with a small circle of like‑hearted people.
This is not a luxury retreat. It is something richer: rustic charm, wild beauty, heartfelt practice, and genuine belonging.
Register your interest / Book your place by contacting Alison
📞 07501 064788
What Is Beltane?
Beltane marks the ancient Celtic festival of fire, fertility, creativity, and life force. A threshold moment between spring and summer when the land is alive with possibility.
Traditionally celebrated with fire, music, movement, and community, Beltane reminds us that joy, pleasure, and creative expression are sacred acts.
During this retreat we will honour Beltane gently and authentically, not through performance, but through embodiment, presence, and shared ritual.
The Spirit of the Retreat
This retreat has been shaped over years of personal visits to this land: camping, staying in the accommodation, swimming in the river, walking the hills, visiting nearby villages, and watching dolphins along the coast.
Because of that, the atmosphere is friendly, grounded, and welcoming, rather than polished or prescriptive.
You can expect:
• Space to slow down and truly switch off
• Practices that invite depth without pressure
• Time outdoors - river, woods, coast
• Shared meals, laughter, and quiet companionship
• Celebration without excess
This is a place to arrive exactly as you are — and be met there.
What We’ll Be Doing
Over the weekend, you’ll be gently guided through a rhythm of shared and spacious experiences, including:
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Seasonal yoga & embodied movement
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Guided reflection & soul‑led workshops
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Breath, stillness & sound
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Simple ritual & Beltane ceremony
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Creative expression & reflective time
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Rest, conversation, laughter & connection
Optional wild river dips, sea swims, woodland walks, and coastal visits
There is no requirement to participate in everything. Listening to your own rhythm is part of the practice.
Accommodation & Setting
Accommodation is comfortable, cosy, and characterful, with private and shared room options.
This is a rural riverside location, expect:
• Birds, trees, firelight, and fresh air
• Limited phone signal & a chance to unplug
• Shared spaces that encourage connection
It is not five‑star luxury, it is warm, real, and deeply human
Food & Nourishment
All meals are seasonal, vegetarian, and home‑cooked, designed to nourish without heaviness.
• Locally inspired ingredients
• Shared table, relaxed atmosphere
• Special dietary needs catered for where possible
Alcohol & Boundaries
To support clarity, safety, and presence:
• No alcohol or recreational drugs during the core retreat (Friday–Sunday)
• If staying on for the optional Sunday night, the space becomes relaxed and social, guests may choose to enjoy alcohol responsibly
Schedule Overview
A detailed timetable will be shared closer to the retreat
**Friday**
Arrival from late afternoon
Welcome Dinner
Opening circle & grounding practice
**Saturday**
Morning movement & reflection
Breakfast
Morning session / rest / nature time
Lunch
Afternoon session / rest / nature time
Shared Dinner
Beltane celebration in the evening
**Sunday**
Morning movement & reflection
Breakfast
Closing practice & integration
Late Lunch
Optional coastal visit
Social evening & relaxed celebration
**Optional Monday**
Slow breakfast & unstructured rest
Who This Retreat Is For
This retreat may be for you if:
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You feel drawn to seasonal living and embodied practice
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You want depth without dogma
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You value connection over performance
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You’re happy with rustic charm and real community
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You want to celebrate life gently, not force transformation
No prior yoga or retreat experience is required.
If this feels like the right fit, you’re warmly invited to get in touch.
Accessibility & Support
This retreat is held in a rural setting, and while some activities are optional and outdoors, not everything involves movement or walking. If you have reduced mobility, are less able, or are wondering whether this retreat could still be suitable for you, you’re warmly invited to get in touch for a conversation. We can explore together what support might be possible, including car sharing, adapted participation, and choosing what feels right for you.
Pricing & What’s Included
Early Bird Retreat Price: £295*
Includes:
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All workshops & guided practices
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All meals from Friday evening to Sunday lunch
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Access to an assortment of hot beverages
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Accommodation for two nights in a shared room
Optional Extras:
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Single room supplement: +£35 per night (Limited)
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Sunday night stay (dinner & breakfast): +£40**
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Couples sharing a room each pay the full retreat price. No single room supplement applies.
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Reduced rate for camping or camper vans. £265 early bird / £295 standard
Includes full retreat programme, meals, and use of facilities.
Optional Sunday night stay (dinner & breakfast): £20
A Non-Refundable Deposit: £50 secures your place with the full balance due by 6th March 2026. Any booking made after this date will need to be paid in full.
*Early Bird ends 15th February 2026. Retreat price becomes £325
** excludes single room supplement
Payment plans are available. Please get in touch if you’d like to discuss options
Please see my T&C's for full details including cancellations.
Other offerings available at an additional cost will include Henna tattoos, Reiki, and Astrology
To help you plan with ease, please note:
What’s Not Included
• Travel to and from the retreat location
• Personal and travel insurance
• Additional food or drinks outside the provided meals
If you choose to stay for the optional Sunday night, the space becomes more relaxed and social, and guests may enjoy alcohol responsibly.
About Your Host
Alison Foster
Highly experienced yoga teacher, certified soul‑led life coach, and retreat facilitator.
Alison’s work weaves yoga, seasonal wisdom, reflection, and embodied presence — creating spaces that are grounded, inclusive, and deeply human.
This retreat is held not as a performance, but as a shared journey.
A heart felt note from Alison
Over the years, this place has quietly become part of my life. I’ve come here regularly since 2018. Sometimes camping, sometimes staying in the accommodation, returning with my children to swim in the river, share carrots and apples with Charlie the horse, visit nearby villages, and spend slow days by the sea watching dolphins and sharing ice-creams and chips. There’s an ease to this land that invites connection without effort. I wanted to create a retreat that reflects that same feeling: friendly, grounded, and real. A space where people can arrive as they are, share simple moments, and feel part of something quietly meaningful.
Location & Travel
Just outside Llandysul, West Wales — beside the River Teifi.
Full travel details and directions will be provided after booking.
Booking & Next Steps
Spaces are intentionally limited to preserve intimacy.
To book or ask questions:
📞 07501 064788
