SILENT RETREAT

Welcome to our Silent Day Retreat at Owlet Plantation

Step away from the noise of everyday life and into a day designed for deep calm and gentle restoration.

Held within the quiet woodlands of Owlet Plantation, this guided silent retreat offers an opportunity to disconnect from devices, quiet the mind, and re-establish a compassionate connection with your own inner nature.

What to expect

• Arrival and orientation: A brief welcome and practical guidance to help you settle into the day.

• Guided grounding: Short, non-intrusive guidance to ease you into silence and help orient your senses to the natural world.

• Solo medicine walks: Time to walk alone on marked paths through the plantation, using simple prompts to support mindful listening, noticing and presence. You remain within the safety of the group while moving at your own pace.

• Quiet sitting: Periods of seated stillness in a sheltered woodland clearing, offering space for reflection and deep rest.

• Journaling time: Optional writing moments after silence to gently gather insights and impressions.

• Closing circle: We join together for the closing circle to connect and share our experiences.

Who is this for

• Anyone who longs to experience solitary practices—walking, sitting, listening—but feels hesitant to go alone.

• People seeking respite from stress, mental noise and digital distraction.

• Those wanting to deepen their capacity for presence, stillness and inner connection within the safety of a held group.

Practical details

• What to bring: Comfortable, layered clothing suitable for woodland conditions; waterproofs and sturdy footwear in case of damp ground; a notebook and pen if you wish to journal; water and a light snack. Mobile phones should be switched to silent and stored away during the retreat.

• Accessibility: Paths include gentle natural terrain. Please let us know in advance of any mobility or access needs so we can support you.

• Weather: The retreat runs in most weather; activities may be adapted to ensure comfort and safety.

• Group size: Small, intentionally limited to preserve quiet and a sense of safety for solo practices.

Safety and care

Activities are offered in ways that prioritise participant wellbeing: clear boundaries, optional participation, and opportunities for support if needed. You remain free to step out of silence and end participation at any time.

How silence is held

Silence at this retreat is intended as a compassionate container . It supports inward attention, reduces distraction, and honours the restorative power of unspoken presence. You are invited to observe the silence with respect for others while following your own needs.

Booking and enquiries

Booking can be made via Eventbrite HERE .

Come home to yourself Allow the peaceful ambience of Owlet Plantation to guide you into stillness.