Midsummer is here.
The Earth is alive with colour, warmth & movement. The trees are full, the days stretch long into evening & Nature invites us to step fully into the light
But in a world that moves so quickly, it’s easy to miss this season entirely.
To rush past the beauty.
To override our energy.
To stay disconnected from ourselves, even while everything around us is in bloom.
£40 per person
This morning is an invitation to pause long enough to truly receive the season.
What is Embracing the Light?
A half-day retreat in the beautiful grounds of Claridge House, inspired by the energy and symbolism of Midsummer and the Summer Solstice, a time traditionally associated with vitality, expansion, illumination and life force energy.
This experience blends:
Gentle, heart-opening Qigong to awaken and balance your energy
Grounding forest bathing practices to calm the nervous system and deepen presence.
A firepit ritual to close and honour the inner fire within.
Together, we’ll explore what it means to embrace the light, not just externally in the season around us, but within ourselves too.
This is not about forcing positivity or becoming “more”.
It’s about softening enough to notice where your energy naturally wants to flow, reconnecting with your inner fire, and allowing yourself to feel fully alive in the present moment.
We’ll begin with a warm welcome and gentle Qigong practice on the lawn (weather permitting), before wandering slowly through the peaceful grounds, using simple nature connection invitations to awaken the senses and restore a sense of spaciousness within.
This is for you if you’re craving:
A chance to slow down and truly savour the season
Space to reconnect with yourself away from everyday demands
Gentle movement and nervous system nourishment
More presence, clarity and aliveness
A grounded, nature-led way to honour the energy of summer
No experience with Qigong or forest bathing is needed.
Just come as you are.
What to brinG
Comfortable layers + weather-appropriate clothing
A yoga mat or cushion for optional seated practices
Water and anything else that helps you feel comfortable outdoors
A gentle reminder…
Summer isn’t only about doing more.
Nature teaches us that fullness can also be deeply still.
Joy can be quiet.
Light can be soft.
This morning is an invitation to step out of the noise, reconnect with your natural rhythm, and remember what it feels like to simply be here — awake, grounded and fully alive.
Limited spaces available.
You are welcome to join us for a delicious 2 course vegetarian lunch for additional £15.00 (with notice please) Maximise your time and stay at Claridge House pre- and/or post workshop -
ABOUT TANSY DOWMAN
Tansy is a People Walker and Nature Connector. She believes deeply that connection to Mother Nature is a direct pathway of reconnection with your soul, your inner wild self and your true nature. As a certified Shinrin Yoku Guide and Natural Mindfulness Teacher, she is driven by a purpose to reignite our relationship with this majestic planet we inhabit. To return to our place of origin and discover a sense of belonging that is waiting for us when we are ready to acknowledge and embrace our deeper connection to the wild.
Also an outdoor empowerment coach for women, Tansy walks alongside her clients on their journey of personal evolution. Nature connection is at the core of her work, her passion, even her name which is a wildflower.
Tansy holds a variety of workshops, retreats and walks all centred around finding a connection to Nature and the self.
ABOUT CLARIDGE HOUSE
Claridge House is a beautiful retreat space located in Lingfield, Surrey. They offer a huge variety of day workshops and weekend retreats all centred around offering a safe space for people to rest, heal and find a connection. Along with the beautiful lounge rooms and communal dining area they are blessed with a stunning and tranquil garden. They also have bedrooms for those wishing to stay the night and subject to availability.