Five ways to re-boot life with a wellbeing retreat
It’s no secret that simply being in the beautiful surroundings of the North York Moors National Park can have a positive effect on people’s health and wellbeing.
However for those wanting to take the idea of a retreat up a notch while away with friends or family, there are several lovely options.
It’s no secret that simply being in the beautiful surroundings of the North York Moors National Park can have a positive effect on people’s health and wellbeing.
However for those wanting to take the idea of a retreat up a notch while away with friends or family, there are several lovely options.

The Tree Relaxation Retreat
Idyllic locations don’t come much better than this. Set in a stunning location just outside the village of Rosedale Abbey, you can feel the relaxation vibes even before you’ve entered this laid-back retreat. With accommodation for up to 36 people within both The Guesthouse and The Old Chapel (groups can also hire sole use of either), spa facilities and classes to join, The Tree is an ideal place to re-boot life.
Owner and yoga and meditation guru Edward Harpin has created a range of classes, from mindfulness days and relaxation weekends through to five-day silent retreats.
Staithes Retreats
Head to the coast and combine walks along the cliff tops and beaches with a couple of relaxing treatments for the body. Caroline Beevers is trained in reflexology, acupuncture and Indian Head Massage. She runs Staithes Retreats, a beautiful Georgian guesthouse in the heart of the fishing village where two people can stay and enjoy the nurturing environment. Book a two-night retreat break and Caroline will provide all meals and one different treatment each day.
High Dalby House
The owners of High Dalby welcome guests who want a retreat and will tailor a programme to suit their individual requirements. For some this could be silent meditation; for others it could simply be letting the tranquil beauty of the surroundings work their magic to re-charge their physical and spiritual batteries.
High Dalby offers accommodation both in the guesthouse and surrounding cottages for up to 14 guests. With Dalby Forest on the doorstep there are also plans to offer Forest Bathing sessions alongside other classes such as yoga, music and art.
Raithwaite
Set back in woods just a few miles out of Whitby, the hotel and self-catering cottages on the Raithwaite Estate offer guests peaceful landscaped grounds as well as the chance for one of those uplifting walks along the lovely swathe of beach at Sandsend.
The on-site spa facilities are extensive with four treatment rooms, relaxation room, heated pool, Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna and gym as well as a range of treatments that can be booked by guests.
Idyllic locations don’t come much better than this. Set in a stunning location just outside the village of Rosedale Abbey, you can feel the relaxation vibes even before you’ve entered this laid-back retreat. With accommodation for up to 36 people within both The Guesthouse and The Old Chapel (groups can also hire sole use of either), spa facilities and classes to join, The Tree is an ideal place to re-boot life.
Owner and yoga and meditation guru Edward Harpin has created a range of classes, from mindfulness days and relaxation weekends through to five-day silent retreats.
Staithes Retreats
Head to the coast and combine walks along the cliff tops and beaches with a couple of relaxing treatments for the body. Caroline Beevers is trained in reflexology, acupuncture and Indian Head Massage. She runs Staithes Retreats, a beautiful Georgian guesthouse in the heart of the fishing village where two people can stay and enjoy the nurturing environment. Book a two-night retreat break and Caroline will provide all meals and one different treatment each day.
High Dalby House
The owners of High Dalby welcome guests who want a retreat and will tailor a programme to suit their individual requirements. For some this could be silent meditation; for others it could simply be letting the tranquil beauty of the surroundings work their magic to re-charge their physical and spiritual batteries.
High Dalby offers accommodation both in the guesthouse and surrounding cottages for up to 14 guests. With Dalby Forest on the doorstep there are also plans to offer Forest Bathing sessions alongside other classes such as yoga, music and art.
Raithwaite
Set back in woods just a few miles out of Whitby, the hotel and self-catering cottages on the Raithwaite Estate offer guests peaceful landscaped grounds as well as the chance for one of those uplifting walks along the lovely swathe of beach at Sandsend.
The on-site spa facilities are extensive with four treatment rooms, relaxation room, heated pool, Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna and gym as well as a range of treatments that can be booked by guests.

The Feversham Arms Hotel
This is one for those special occasions where high-end luxury is the order of the day. The Feversham Arms is located in the gorgeous market town of Helmsley and offers a luxury hideaway from normal life.
For warmer days you can imagine you’re in Provence with the south facing garden terrace bordering the outdoor pool. Inside the Verbena Spa has a relaxation lounge that will be difficult to walk through without sinking into one of the inviting sofas.
Revive your body and nurture your soul in the spa facilities with treatment rooms and the Heat Experience comprising aromatherapy room, salt inhalation chamber, saunarium, monsoon shower and foot spas.
This is one for those special occasions where high-end luxury is the order of the day. The Feversham Arms is located in the gorgeous market town of Helmsley and offers a luxury hideaway from normal life.
For warmer days you can imagine you’re in Provence with the south facing garden terrace bordering the outdoor pool. Inside the Verbena Spa has a relaxation lounge that will be difficult to walk through without sinking into one of the inviting sofas.
Revive your body and nurture your soul in the spa facilities with treatment rooms and the Heat Experience comprising aromatherapy room, salt inhalation chamber, saunarium, monsoon shower and foot spas.