Into Spring
A women’s walking retreat on Dartmoor
19-21 March 2027
Come and walk on Dartmoor in spring, as the days grow longer and the moor begins to stir back to life.
We’ll spend time walking across open moorland and exploring wild landscapes, ancient Bronze age remains and hidden valleys. Back at our cosy cottage we’ll spend evenings together enjoying nutritious food and conversation in front of the firepit or indoor fire.
Retreat Highlights
Cosy accommodation in a cottage with access straight onto Dartmoor from the front door
2 days of guided walking on Dartmoor
The walks will include visiting ancient Bronze Age remains such as stone circles and stone rows
Exclusive use of Dartmeet Wilder Sauna, a beautiful wood-fired sauna surrounded by woodland on the river Dart
Nutritious, warming food prepared by a private chef, Corinne from Roots&Thyme
Evenings round the outdoor firepit or indoor fire (depending on weather conditions)
A chance to slow down, take some time for yourself and reconnect with the world around you
Meet new like-minded friends in a space specifically held for women
Itinerary
Friday
5pm: Arrival from 5pm. Relax and get settled in.
7-8:30pm: 2 course dinner.
Evening: Conversation round the firepit if the weather allows. Alternatively relax in front of the fire in the living room.
Saturday
8:30am-9:30am: Breakfast buffet.
10am - 5pm: Day walk* on Dartmoor walking directly from the house with packed lunch provided.
5pm: Arrival back at accommodation. Free time to rest.
7:30pm-8:30pm: 2 course dinner.
Evening: Conversation round the firepit if the weather allows. Alternatively relax in front of the fire in the living room.
Sunday
8am - 9am: Breakfast buffet.
9:30am: Checkout of accommodation.
10am - 3pm: A day walk* on Dartmoor from Dartmeet with packed lunch provided.
3pm: 50 minute exclusive use of Dartmeet Wilder Sauna, a beautiful wood fired sauna with cold plunges in the River Dart.
4pm (approx): Retreat ends.
We will stay in a cosy 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage in Hexworthy.
The cottage is a cosy, character-filled home dating back to the 1800s—rich in charm, history, and the kind of quirky, well-loved furnishings that make it feel like a visit to Nana’s (in the best possible way). It’s very much a time capsule to a simpler era, carefully maintained to preserve its old-world soul. This gentle, lived-in atmosphere is part of what makes it such a relaxing and welcoming place to stay. The cottage has no TV or wifi so is ideal for a digital detox and switching off.
The exact address will be provided on booking.
Pictures of the accommodation can be found below
Accommodation
This includes:
Two nights’ accommodation in a cottage in Hexworthy, Dartmoor. The house has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a dining room, kitchen and cosy living room. It has garden with firepit and is set in a beautiful location with walks straight onto the moor
Nutritious, vegetarian food provided by a private chef (dietary requirements also catered for)
2 days guided hiking on Dartmoor with Rosie, a qualified Mountain Leader
1 x 50 minute sauna session in Dartmeet Wilder Sauna to soothe any aching muscles
*Please note that exact routes for the day walks on the Saturday and Sunday will be dependent on the weather conditions and the needs of the group. As a general estimate the walk on the Saturday will be between 8-12km and on the Sunday between 6-8km. If the weather conditions are particularly bad on the Saturday then we will do a morning walk and return for lunch at the house, and an optional afternoon walk will be available. On the Sunday a shorter walk will be organised if necessary. All walks are led by Rosie, a qualified Mountain Leader.
