Festival of Wellness
Join us this March and celebrate the spring equinox with a week of wild wellbeing guided by island practitioners and guest experts.
The Festival of Wellness
| Friday 14th - Saturday 22nd March |
Our inaugural Festival of Wellness invites you to come to life after the winter with a week of holistic wellbeing inspired by the island, carefully curated for everyone - from seasoned yogis to those new to wellness.
Experience meditative morning yoga, spa therapies distilled from the island's crystal-clear waters, gentle introductions to trail running and cold-water immersion, as well as breathwork, gardening, and floristry. There truly is something for everyone!
Exclusive events led by renowned guides will complement daily offerings from island practitioners, all against the backdrop of nourishing nature, and the seasonal shift as the island comes alive.
Be led by nature's rhythm, living by the rise and fall of the sun and the ebb and flow of the tides. Rediscover time to be with the Festival of Wellness...
Our local experts
The islands are home to a plethora of wellness practitioners that will guide you through workshops and classes. From out in the elements to in the studio, there is something for everyone
Gem and Will
Island yogi Gem and her partner Will will be offering a range of wellness activities from breathwork to meditation to sound baths
Adventure Scilly
If you want to take a dip in the ocean, meditate and explore, then look no further than yoga and cold water swimming enthusiast Bryony Lishman
Wez
The creator of extreme sporting events Scilly 60 and the tide race, Wez is the font of knowledge when it comes to trail running and outdoor adventure
The garden team
Tour the garden, sow some seeds and pot some plants - our amazing gardening team will be leading workshops throughout the week
Ella
Founder of seaweed beauty brand Phoenix & Providence Ella will be telling us about seaweed and the properties that make it incredible for our skin
Jilly
Island beekeeper Jilly is an enthusiast for bees and the environment and she will show you what our buzziest residents are getting up to
Guest Practitioners
Venetia Shepherd
Venetia has extensively trained in Inspirational Breathing, a specialist technique often referred to as 'trauma release' which opens up the entire respiratory system and focuses on filling the body with life force and energy. We are delighted that Venetia will be joining us for Festival of Wellness and she will be available for 1:1 sessions or small group classes throughout. Join her to discover the power of the breath. Contact Venetia on 07971 233 280 or neashap@hotmail.co.uk or click below.
Issy Malloch Brown
Chef and food enthusiast Issy is on hand to teach us about the incredible herbs and plants that we can find on our doorsteps - as well as how we can preserve and consume them in the most nutritious forms possible. Having trained at Ballymaloe cookery school in Ireland, Issy is well versed in the wildest of ingredients
Book your events now
There are some amazing events to get involved in, with more activities being added all the time. You can learn about our practitioners below and you are welcome to get in touch directly with them to book a 1:1 session
Tutors available for 1:1 tuition
Adventure Scilly
Bryony is available throughout the week for individual or small group bespoke activities, subject to weather conditions and boating arrangements. Rate £35 1:1 for 1.5h activity, £10/extra person. Try yoga, guided trail running, guided swimrun, shore based cold-water dips & sea swimming, mindful walks & gentle yoga/meditation (sunrise / other)
Wez Swain
Running is a great escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and with the stunning local scenery, the trails on Scilly are a pleasure to run. Wez is an islander and love sharing his passion for immersing oneself within the archipelago. He is British Athletics 'Leader in Running Fitness' and is proud to organise the sell out Scilly60 ultra marathon each year, as well as many other events
Venetia Shepherd
Venetia has extensively trained in Inspirational Breathing, a specialist technique often referred to as 'trauma release' which opens up the entire respiratory system and focuses on filling the body with life force and energy. We are delighted that Venetia will be joining us for Festival of Wellness and she will be available for 1:1 sessions or small group classes throughout. Join Venetia to discover the power of the breath. Contact Venetia on 07971 233 280 or neashep@hotmail.co.uk or click below.
