Forest Bathing • Qigong • Fire Circle • Outdoor Sound Journey
Saturday 11th July 2026
2:00pm – 7:30pm
Woodland near Hever Castle
TN8 7NG
£75 per person including refreshments, Al fresco feast & sound bath
A soulful midsummer immersion to soften, reconnect and bask in the slower light of summer
As midsummer begins to mellow and the golden evening light stretches across the woodland, this retreat invites you to step out of the noise of everyday life and into a gentler rhythm.
Summer can often feel full. Busy calendars. Constant movement. Pressure to make the most of everything.
But nature reminds us that fullness also needs spaciousness.
This Midsummer Evening Retreat is an invitation to slow down enough to actually feel the season — to breathe with it, move with it, and rest within it.
Together, we’ll spend an unhurried summer afternoon immersed in the woodland through Forest Bathing, gentle Qigong, fireside connection, seasonal reflection and a deeply restorative outdoor Sound Bath as the sun begins to lower through the trees.
A chance to regulate your nervous system, reconnect with yourself, and experience the quiet magic of being held by nature at dusk.
Places are limited and cost £75 per person, including food and beverages.
Gift vouchers are also available for this event — see below.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Join Tansy Dowman and Katie Hill for a calming and nourishing midsummer retreat designed to soothe the senses and restore inner balance.
We’ll begin the afternoon with gentle Qigong — simple flowing movements and breathwork to help you arrive fully in your body and settle into the present moment. There’s nothing to achieve and no experience needed. Just an invitation to soften tension, slow down and reconnect with your natural rhythm.
From there, we’ll move into a guided Forest Bathing experience through the woodland. Through sensory invitations, mindful pauses and moments of quiet reflection, you’ll be encouraged to slow down and notice the subtle beauty of the season around you.
Midsummer holds a unique energy. The fullness of life. The richness of light. The invitation to savour rather than rush.
This retreat is about allowing yourself to receive that feeling.
We’ll then gather around the fire circle for a relaxed homemade feast with fresh summer food, herbal teas and sweet treats, alongside gentle reflection, poetry and meditation as the day begins to soften toward evening.
As golden hour approaches, you’ll be invited to settle into a deeply immersive outdoor Sound Bath led by Sound Healer Katie Hill. Wrapped in blankets beneath the canopy of trees, you’ll rest as sound and nature weave together in the changing evening light — creating space for deep rest, integration and nervous system restoration.
The retreat closes with a gentle gratitude circle before we leave the woodland at dusk.
Practical note: The nearest toilets are a 10-minute walk away at the Golf Club, which is also our meeting point. You’ll have time to use the facilities before we enter the woodland, after that, we usually let the trees take care of things.
Watch this short video montage from mine and Katie’s previous collaboration. Our Spring Equinox Retreat was a deeply nourishing day filled with calm, connection and beautiful feedback from attendees, selling out well in advance. We’re so excited to come together again for this special Midsummer Evening Retreat and create the same sense of magic, restoration and seasonal immersion as we soften into the slower golden rhythm of summer.
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SCHEDULE
1:45pm – Meet at parking location provided upon booking
2:00pm – Welcome Circle, Qigong & Forest Bathing
4:30pm – Seasonal Picnic & Fire Circle Gathering
5:15pm – Meditation, Poetry & Gentle Reflection
6:00pm – Outdoor Sound Bath Journey at Golden Hour
7:00pm – Closing Circle Gratitude & Integration
7:30pm – Retreat Ends
WHAT TO WEAR AND BRING
For Forest Bathing
Sensible, warm and comfortable clothes and supportive shoes
Waterproof jacket advisable in case of light showers
Water to stay hydrated
A Blanket for extra warmth and sitting round the fire.
I will provide a light lunch and snacks but you are welcome to bring additional
I provide a waterproof sit mat and have ponchos for extra coverage if you wish.
For the Sound Bath
Yoga Mat or similar
Sleeping Bag & or Blankets - The cosier the better!
Pillow
Eye Mask
In every retreat and workshop, I have held, I am always deeply grateful to see a look of peace and contentment on the faces of the participants as they leave the forest. In our fast-paced lives, we rarely get the chance to find this kind of tranquillity and connection and it can be a very moving and comforting experience.
BOOKING INFO
£75 PER PERSON INC FOOD & REFRESHMENTS
You can book your place via the button below.
When you book you will receive a confirmation email with a link to a health and safety form. You will also receive a reminder email a few days before the event.
GIFT VOUCHERS
Gifting someone with a wellbeing experience not only gives them that much-needed time out to rest and recharge. It also leaves them with a lasting memory of joy and contentment.
Gift vouchers are available for all my events including this one. You must specify which date you wish to book when purchasing as I am unable to hold spaces for these events.
“I did not expect to have such a powerful experience with Forest Bathing. I enjoy being in Nature and well-being so was curious to try and it definitely delivered. I felt so incredibly calm and at peace. I completely lost track of time and got lost in the moment. Tansy was very friendly and professional and lead us on a magical journey. I will definitely be back!”
— Vanessa - Sevenoaks
About Tansy Jane 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 KATIE HILL
Hello, I’m Katie — I guide people into deep rest and reconnection through sound.
I’ve been a holistic therapist for 20 years and stepped into the world of sound healing two years ago. I hold nature-based circles where we come together as one, allowing sound and the natural elements to work their magic. Gentle vibrations flow through the body, creating space for relaxation, connection, and deep inner harmony.
I feel truly honoured to be collaborating with Tansy and to bring the magical flair of sound to her soul-setting event
ABOUT SOUND BATHS
A sound bath surrounded by nature is a deeply immersive experience where healing sound frequencies blend with the natural rhythms of the earth. As crystal bowls, gongs, and gentle instruments resonate through open air, your body and mind are invited into a state of deep rest and renewal.
Key benefits of a nature-based sound bath include:
Deep relaxation and nervous system reset
Release of stress, tension, and emotional blockages
Enhanced mental clarity and inner calm
Improved sleep and energy flow
A stronger sense of grounding and connection to the earth
Gentle support for emotional and spiritual healing
How you will feel after:
You may leave feeling lighter, clearer, and more balanced—like something has quietly shifted within. Many people experience a sense of peace, openness, and deep presence, with a renewed connection to themselves and the natural world around them.
A true soul-setting moment, where sound, nature, and stillness meet.
About Hever
This retreat will take place at a private woodland location on the grounds of Hever Castle so is not in the main grounds. This beautiful secluded spot has a wonderful wild feel to it with a base camp circle surrounded by woodland and we will have exclusive use of the space for the duration of the session.
Please note: This area is a separate private space away from the main grounds of Hever and the cost to attend this workshop does not include access into the main castle grounds. We will however send you a link when you book with the option to add the entrance fee so you can visit the Castle and main grounds afterwards if you wish.
Tickets
Places are limited and cost £75pp