Woodland Retreats at St Nectan’s Glen

St Nectan’s Glen offers a unique woodland Retreat space where facilitators and guests can immerse themselves in nature, connect with stillness and experience the tranquillity of one of Cornwall’s Temperate Rainforest. Whether you are hosting a one‑day workshop or a week‑long retreat, our spaces are designed to support restorative, nature‑led wellbeing experiences.

Retreat Accommodation & Facilities

Our Retreat accommodation is split across two buildings — The Retreat and St Cleder — sleeping up to 15 guests in total. Nestled within the tree canopy above the river, these spaces offer a peacction, ceremony andeful woodland setting with private access to the waterfall outside public hours, creating a truly immersive environment for refle connection.

Your booking includes use of our fully equipped studio, suitable for yoga, meditation, movement, drumming, dance and a wide range of wellbeing practices. The studio also includes a private treatment room with a massage table.

Catering Options

During your Retreat, you are welcome to enjoy our on‑site café, or we can provide bespoke catering tailored to the needs of your group. Our chef creates clean, nourishing meals designed to support your wellbeing journey, using fresh, seasonal produce sourced from local Cornish suppliers wherever possible. Whether you prefer light, energising dishes or hearty, restorative meals, we will work with you to ensure your Retreat is supported with food that aligns with your ethos and intentions.

Exploring the Glen & Beyond

Retreat guests have full access to the woodland, river and waterfalls, offering countless opportunities for quiet reflection, ceremony and nature connection. Beyond the site, you’ll find rivers, woodlands, coastal walks, historic villages and beautiful Cornish landscapes to explore.

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