What to Expect on a Yoga & Camping Retreat in Cornwall

If you’ve been feeling tired, overwhelmed, or simply in need of a proper break, a yoga and camping retreat can be a really grounding way to reset. Many people look for a weekend that’s simple, affordable, outdoors, and genuinely restorative — and that’s exactly what a 3‑night Yoga & Camping Retreat at Tremeer Farm in South Cornwall offers.

This guide walks you through what actually happens on a retreat like this, so you can decide whether it’s the right kind of weekend for you.

What Is a Yoga & Camping Retreat?

A yoga and camping retreat combines movement, time in nature, nourishing food, and simple living. It’s not about being “good” at yoga or having the perfect kit. It’s about stepping away from your usual routine and giving your mind and body space to breathe.

At Tremeer Farm, you’ll stay in cosy yurts, practise yoga in the mornings, enjoy meditation and softer yoga in the evenings, and spend your days outdoors — walking, resting, reading, chatting, sitting in the hot tub or sauna, or simply doing nothing at all.

Why Cornwall Is the Perfect Setting?

Cornwall naturally encourages you to slow down. The sea air, open fields, coastal paths, and wide skies create a sense of space that’s hard to find in everyday life. Being outdoors — even just sitting by a campfire or waking up to birdsong — helps your nervous system settle. Many people say they feel calmer within hours of arriving.

A Typical Day on the Retreat

Here’s what a day usually looks like:

Morning

• Yoga to wake the body

• Gentle movement to release tension

• Breakfast together

Daytime

• Coastal walk or spa afternoon

• Free time to rest, read, journal, or explore

• Trip to the beach for a swim or sunbathe

Evening

• Meditation

• Softer yoga practice to unwind

• Dinner

• Campfire and relaxed, fun conversation

Who This Retreat Is Perfect For?

This retreat suits you if you’re:

• Feeling tired or overwhelmed

• Wanting a simple, affordable wellness weekend

• Looking to reconnect with yourself

• Enjoying being outdoors

• New to yoga or experienced — both are welcome

• Coming alone or with a friend

• Wanting a break from screens, noise, and routine

What’s Included?

• 3 nights in a cosy yurt with a beautifully designed interior in a double bed or single futon bed

• Morning yoga

• Evening meditation + gentle yoga

• All meals

• Guided coastal walk

• Campfires

• Use of facilities at Tremeer Farm

What to Bring

• Yoga mat

• Warm layers

• Torch

• Favourite blanket

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Water bottle

• Journal

• A sense of curiosity and openness

Why People Love This Kind of Retreat

People often say they leave feeling:

• Calmer

• More grounded

• Energised mentally and physically

• Reconnected to themselves

• Rested in a way that feels deep and lasting

• Inspired to bring small, supportive habits back home

FAQs

Do I need to be good at yoga?

Not at all. Everything is accessible and adaptable.

Can I come alone?

Yes — many people do, and it’s a very welcoming environment.

What are the yurts like?

Cosy, warm, comfortable, and beautifully designed with plenty of space.

Is the retreat suitable for beginners?

Absolutely. The practices are tailored and supportive.

What’s the food like?

Nourishing, wholesome, freshly prepared, and delicious.

🔗 How to Book

You can read all the details and book your place here: 👉 lucyannretreats.com

If you’d like to explore more about my teaching, you can also visit my main site: 👉 yogawithlucyann.com