Camilla Hewitt
Wellness Editor at Country & Town House, Camilla brings her editorial expertise and passion for wellbeing to the conversation, helping to shape inspiring discussions around modern wellness and ancient wisdom.
Your Life. Re-Energised.
We are delighted to host the second Country & Town House Balance Retreat here at Lime Wood, in the heart of the New Forest National Park. This retreat is a curated wellness escape designed for curious, conscious, and discerning seekers who want to discover the tools for a life well lived.
Through thoughtfully guided practices, you’ll release stagnant energy, reconnect with your creativity, and rediscover a natural sense of flow. Perfect for anyone feeling stuck or depleted, this retreat offers the space and support to reset both mind and body. You’ll leave feeling re-energised and ready to move through life with greater ease, vitality, and purpose.
What to Expect
Transformative workshops exploring creative expression, nature as a source of energy, and techniques for unlocking emotional and creative blocks.
Holistic practices including meditation, yoga, and free movement.
Seasonal, locally sourced menus designed by our very own Hartnett Holder & Co and Raw & Cured chefs here at Lime Wood.
Leading practitioners including Cat Meffan, Maude Hirst, Camilla Hewitt, Susannah Taylor, Elisa Lune, Sammie Longhorn and Genna Chu.
The Details
Dates: 22nd - 23rd April 2026
Location: Lime Wood, New Forest
Attendees: Limited to 15 guests per day - for an intimate, personalised experience.
Price: £275 per day. Tickets for each day are sold separately, as they offer a unique itinerary. You're welcome to book both to enjoy the full experience.
Optional Upgrades: For a discounted rate of £175pp guests can enjoy the Herb House facilities and a 60-minute treatment (excluding Sarah Chapman treatments).
Included: Goodie bag curated around the retreat's 'Re-Energise' theme.
Meet the Hosts
Cat Meffan
Yoga teacher, sound healer, breathwork coach and free movement facilitator, Cat is also the founder of The Soul Sanctuary. Her work is dedicated to helping people deepen their confidence, reconnect with their authenticity, and nurture a stronger connection with their soul.
Maude Hirst
Meditation expert, author and speaker, Maude specialises in making meditation and its life-changing benefits accessible to everyone. Her approach isn’t about silencing the mind or switching off thoughts, but about turning your focus inward, and waking up to the thoughts and feelings within to cultivate a sense of peace.
Susannah Taylor
Illustrator and artist inspired by the beauty of the natural world, Susannah is passionate about creativity as a wellness practice. Through her painting and drawing workshops, she teaches not only artistic techniques but also the mindful, mood-lifting benefits of hands-on creativity.
Elisa Lune
A facial massage expert specialising in techniques that go far beyond the surface, Elisa gently works with the muscles of the face, jaw, and neck to ease built-up tension caused by stress. This is skincare meets deep emotional and physical release.
Sammie Longhorn
Lime Wood's resident forager and folklorist, Sammie is passionate about connecting people with the nourishing and healing plants growing wild in our native forests, fields, meadows, gardens and hedgerows.
C&TH Event Partner - Molton Brown
For over 50 years, Molton Brown has crafted distinctive fragrances and sensorial experiences, rooted in British heritage and a creative London perspective, with products made in England and never tested on animals. Working closely with perfumers who draw on personal memories and inspiration, the brand creates vivid scents across fragrance, body care and home that elevate everyday moments into something extraordinary.
On day 2, Genna Chu will be hosting a Fragrance Masterclass. With a degree in Complementary Healthcare, Genna is an expert in delivering immersive masterclasses and was named Molton Brown’s Store Manager of the Year in 2025.
Your Balance Retreat
22-23 April 2026
Tickets are available to book directly with Country & Town House at the above link. Please kindly note that tickets to the retreat cannot be booked via Lime Wood.
Extend the joy
Why not retreat for a little longer and turn your day into an overnight escape? Sink into a super king bed and wake up to birdsong and breakfast in the heart of the New Forest. Guests of the retreat will enjoy a complimentary upgrade, subject to availability.
To book a room, click below or give us a call on 023 8028 7177.