On Saturday 16th May 2026
10:30-4:30
We are looking forward to hosting Dr Verity Jones, Carrie menopause body coach and Acupuncturist Annie for a day learning alongside a good bit of nurturing.
VERITY-
Dr Verity Jones is a local GP and sexual health doctor with extensive experience of supporting women through the menopause and perimenopause. Her passion for mind-body medicine informs her person-centred management of persistent physical symptoms, such as pain, that can appear during times of hormonal fluctuation and stress.
At this retreat, Verity is not providing medical advice. Instead, she offers her clinical insight and perspective to educate the group about this life stage. She warmly offers clarity about the changes we are experiencing, space to think about your own mind-body connection and support to inform your own health journey.
CARRIE-
Carrie - a Level 3 Personal Trainer, qualified teacher, and specialist menopause coach with a passion for helping women navigate perimenopause and beyond through strength training.
For the past two years she been working specifically with perimenopausal and postmenopausal women, supporting them to build strength, confidence, and resilience during this transformative phase of life. She is also a Level 3 Sports Massage Therapist and currently training to become a Level 4 Nutritionist, so she will bring a holistic approach to women’s health and wellbeing.
Her passion has grown out of her own strength training journey which she’s been on for over 15 years and she has witnessed firsthand how transformative it can be - not just physically, but mentally and emotionally too.
If you want to contact Carrie direct- follow this link.
We are excited to share a practical, empowering strength training session at the retreat that will help you feel stronger, more energised, and equipped with tools you can take home with you.
ANNIE
Annie Astbury will be our resident Acupuncturist over the weekend. She is a fully qualified traditional acupuncturist with a focus on the five element approach.
Annie will be able to offer a initial consultation, where she will diagnose your element and any imbalances in your body, mind and spirit. You will delve into your medical history and lifestyle. There will be a physical palpation as well as pulse and tongue diagnosis. Annie will create a bespoke plan for your specific health needs.
Annie has a special interest in women’s health. offering support through menstruation issues and menopause. She has also worked with many women who are receiving chemotherapy and post cancer recovery.
Annie will be offering cupping and moxibustion alongside the Acupunture.
Cupping is the placement of small suction cups on the surface of the skin. Research suggests cupping on the body can reduce pain. In addition it is anti-inflammatory and promotes increased blood circulation. It also helps to modulate the immune system. Cupping leaves temporary marking on the skin. Patients report tension release and relaxation after cupping.
Moxibustion is an essential part of Chinese medicine which takes its name from moxa, prepared from mugwort leaves.
Moxa can be held just above the skin, placed on top of an Acupunture needle or directly on the skin, over specific Acupunture points or meridians. The herb is then lit and as it slowly smoulders, heat permeates the skin and affects the flow of ‘qi’ (energy) and blood in the area being treated.
PRICING
Cupping £40 per hr or £20 for half hour
Introduction to Acupunture and Moxa £50 per hr
Full consultation with Acupunture, Moxa and cupping 1.5hr @ £75
If you have any questions around Acupunture her FAQ page is very helpful.
You can book a treatment with her direct by following the link here
THE DAY
10:30-11am WELCOME DRINKS AND SNACKS
11-12 GP VERITY JONES- OUR HEALTH JOURNEY
12-1PM CARRIE- STRENGTH TRAINING SESSION
1-2pm SAUNA & COLD PLUNGE SESSION
1.30-2:20 NOURISHING LUNCH
2:20-3PM 5 ELEMENTS WITH ANNIE-
3-4:30 QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSION/
SAUNA AND COLD PLUNGE
WHAT TO BRING
Clothes for workout, change of clothes for the rest of the day.
Questions-
We welcome any questions ahead of the session which can be focal points for discussion. Please let me know if you have any to put forward to the team.
Refreshments-
Welcome drinks and snacks. Decaf and DF milk alternatives will be available.
Lunch-
Our nourishing lunch will be Vegan.
Please let us know if you have any further dietary requirements.
On Saturday 16th May 2026
10:30-4:30
We are looking forward to hosting Dr Verity Jones, Carrie menopause body coach and Acupuncturist Annie for a day learning alongside a good bit of nurturing.
VERITY-
Dr Verity Jones is a local GP and sexual health doctor with extensive experience of supporting women through the menopause and perimenopause. Her passion for mind-body medicine informs her person-centred management of persistent physical symptoms, such as pain, that can appear during times of hormonal fluctuation and stress.
At this retreat, Verity is not providing medical advice. Instead, she offers her clinical insight and perspective to educate the group about this life stage. She warmly offers clarity about the changes we are experiencing, space to think about your own mind-body connection and support to inform your own health journey.
CARRIE-
Carrie - a Level 3 Personal Trainer, qualified teacher, and specialist menopause coach with a passion for helping women navigate perimenopause and beyond through strength training.
For the past two years she been working specifically with perimenopausal and postmenopausal women, supporting them to build strength, confidence, and resilience during this transformative phase of life. She is also a Level 3 Sports Massage Therapist and currently training to become a Level 4 Nutritionist, so she will bring a holistic approach to women’s health and wellbeing.
Her passion has grown out of her own strength training journey which she’s been on for over 15 years and she has witnessed firsthand how transformative it can be - not just physically, but mentally and emotionally too.
If you want to contact Carrie direct- follow this link.
We are excited to share a practical, empowering strength training session at the retreat that will help you feel stronger, more energised, and equipped with tools you can take home with you.
ANNIE
Annie Astbury will be our resident Acupuncturist over the weekend. She is a fully qualified traditional acupuncturist with a focus on the five element approach.
Annie will be able to offer a initial consultation, where she will diagnose your element and any imbalances in your body, mind and spirit. You will delve into your medical history and lifestyle. There will be a physical palpation as well as pulse and tongue diagnosis. Annie will create a bespoke plan for your specific health needs.
Annie has a special interest in women’s health. offering support through menstruation issues and menopause. She has also worked with many women who are receiving chemotherapy and post cancer recovery.
Annie will be offering cupping and moxibustion alongside the Acupunture.
Cupping is the placement of small suction cups on the surface of the skin. Research suggests cupping on the body can reduce pain. In addition it is anti-inflammatory and promotes increased blood circulation. It also helps to modulate the immune system. Cupping leaves temporary marking on the skin. Patients report tension release and relaxation after cupping.
Moxibustion is an essential part of Chinese medicine which takes its name from moxa, prepared from mugwort leaves.
Moxa can be held just above the skin, placed on top of an Acupunture needle or directly on the skin, over specific Acupunture points or meridians. The herb is then lit and as it slowly smoulders, heat permeates the skin and affects the flow of ‘qi’ (energy) and blood in the area being treated.
PRICING
Cupping £40 per hr or £20 for half hour
Introduction to Acupunture and Moxa £50 per hr
Full consultation with Acupunture, Moxa and cupping 1.5hr @ £75
If you have any questions around Acupunture her FAQ page is very helpful.
You can book a treatment with her direct by following the link here
THE DAY
10:30-11am WELCOME DRINKS AND SNACKS
11-12 GP VERITY JONES- OUR HEALTH JOURNEY
12-1PM CARRIE- STRENGTH TRAINING SESSION
1-2pm SAUNA & COLD PLUNGE SESSION
1.30-2:20 NOURISHING LUNCH
2:20-3PM 5 ELEMENTS WITH ANNIE-
3-4:30 QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSION/
SAUNA AND COLD PLUNGE
WHAT TO BRING
Clothes for workout, change of clothes for the rest of the day.
Questions-
We welcome any questions ahead of the session which can be focal points for discussion. Please let me know if you have any to put forward to the team.
Refreshments-
Welcome drinks and snacks. Decaf and DF milk alternatives will be available.
Lunch-
Our nourishing lunch will be Vegan.
Please let us know if you have any further dietary requirements.
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