radiant rest yoga weekend in isle of wight
24 – 26 October 2025
Join Margherita for the Radiant Rest Retreat on the enchanting Isle of Wight this autumn! As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, it’s the perfect time to embrace the season of reflection and renewal. Immerse yourself in the island’s serene natural beauty and breathtaking views, designed to ground your body and calm your mind. Let the peaceful energy of autumn invite introspection and inspire transformation.
If you’re seeking a weekend yoga retreat, this stunning location will lift your spirits and help you reconnect with your inner self. Led by experienced yoga guide Margherita Dal Pra, you’ll be guided through a deeply immersive experience, allowing you to disconnect from the outside world and embrace the possibilities of a more mindful and fulfilling life.
Location
For your retreat, you’ll be staying at the award-winning East Afton Farm on the Isle of Wight, a peaceful countryside escape that perfectly captures the charm of island life. This autumn retreat invites you to slow down, connect with nature, and embrace the beauty of the season.
Nourish your body through daily yoga sessions and farm-to-table meals featuring locally-sourced, seasonal ingredients. Surrounded by vibrant autumn colors, you’ll enjoy the tranquility of the island while reconnecting with yourself and embracing the restorative power of nature.
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The Weekend
Our weekend yoga retreat will begin on Friday evening at 5.30 pm with a gentle asana practice and the deep relaxation of yoga nidra, followed by dinner at 7:30 pm. After a nourishing smoothie on Saturday, we will practise from 08:00 – 10:00am (asana, pranayama and meditation and themes to ). After lunch you will be free to explore the countryside, or just to chill out have a massage or even a swim! Our afternoon class will be from 5.00 to 7.00 pm, for a mellow and nectar soma flow. Saturday dinner will be at 7.30 pm. Sunday morning’s program will be the same as Saturday, and will again incorporate asana, pranayama and meditation. Brunch will follow with farewell. Also on offer are beautiful countryside walks, delicious wholesome organic food, fireside chats, new friends and the space to just be…
All classes have a heart-oriented life enhancing theme, interwoven throughout the class. Classes in the morning are more “sweaty’ ecstatic and energetic to help dissolve any sluggishness and inertia. The afternoon follows the energy of the day classes are more nurturing, nectar like to prepare for a good restful night.
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Benefits
This retreat will allow you to unplug from your stresses and responsibilities, and remember what is really important to you. You will get the time you need for introspection so that you can reset and come home to yourself. You’ll go deeper into your yoga and mindfulness practice and learn to create new habits. You’ll also be part of an open and inclusive community of fellow spiritual seekers.
YOU’LL GET:
- two nights of luxury accommodation
- five nourishing and satisfying vegetarian meals
- all-day coffee/tea and fruit
- daily Ayurveda, yoga & meditation classes – deeply nourishing, transformative and fun.
YOU’LL LEAVE:
- feeling rested and restored
- remembering what is meaningful and important in your life
- with a deeper understanding of your constitutional makeup and how to cultivate healthier habits and routines
- with a deeper sense of your yoga and meditation practice
- with tools for living in tune with the seasons
Organic Cuisine
Nourishing, delicious, and wholesome food is at the heart of our retreat, and we want every guest to enjoy the vibrant flavors of freshly prepared plant-based cuisine. Our dedicated chef will lovingly prepare all meals during your stay, using high-quality, seasonal ingredients to nourish and delight you.
Here’s what you can expect:
→ 24-hour access to a tea and coffee bar
→ Early self-serve porridge for those who prefer a light bite before morning practice
→ A daily two-course brunch served after your morning yoga session
→ Fresh fruit available throughout the day
→ A nutritious two-course dinner served each evening
investment
Choose from a range of comfortable and stylish accommodation …
- King + Single | Sharing – £625.00
- Double Bed | Single Occupancy – £695.00
- Twin Beds Shared Occupancy (annex) – £625.00
- Superking | Shared – £625.00
- Superking Single Occupancy – £695.00
located in the paddocks are fully insulated and heated, cosy piglets and snug. They each have wifi, electric, lighting, fridge, kettle and toaster.
- The Snug – £695.00
- Piglet room – £625.00
Sharing occupancy prices only of rooms are occupied by two people, otherwise single occupancy prices apply.
Rooms are assigned on a first come first served basis, therefore early booking is strongly recommended!
For more info about the rooms or the room you are looking for doesn’t show available please get in touch and I can add you to the waiting list.
A 30% non-refundable deposit is required on booking and the balance is due 8 weeks before your retreat.
T&Cs: It is important that you book your own travel insurance to cover your booking, should you be unable to travel as a result of being unwell or any other reason, as we cannot refund.
about yoga with margherita
This weekend yoga retreat is led by Margherita Dal Pra, the founder of YogaM. Margherita is a very experienced yoga and meditation teacher with 20 years of teaching experience. Her teaching is a heart centred, empowering fusion of alignment and flow and she is deeply devoted to helping students reclaim their beauty, awaken deep purpose, and cultivate vibrant health through yoga, meditation and Ayurvedic lifestyle. Read more about her background here.
This yoga weekend is open to all ages and levels of fitness and experience. Every session will have attention to detail (alignment), awareness of breath (pranayama), openness to grace (attitude) and intelligent sequencing (vinyasa krama). The morning yoga classes will be more upbeat and energizing, and the afternoon classes more relaxed.
All sessions will be adapted to the group and modifications of the poses will be offered to cater for all participants and to ensure that everyone is receiving the benefits of the practice and individual attention.
whats included?
- 2 nights accommodation with en-suite or own bathroom, in beautiful countryside setting
- Towels, linen and extra treats
- Yoga every day
- Ayurveda workshops tips for the season
- Coastal walks
- Daily plant based meals prepared by our talented chef
- Light breakfasts, herbal teas and healthy snacks
- Return vehicle ferry travel
All activities are totally optional!
Massage treatments are available at a surcharge.
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT
Book before the end of May 2024 for £50 off your Autumn Retreat
travel information
Recommended Journey by Car
The ferry adds a sense of adventure to your retreat! Your experience begins with the journey, and we can connect you with fellow yogis for carpooling and cost-sharing.
Ferry options:
•Wightlink (Portsmouth or Lymington): wightlink.co.uk
•Red Funnel (Southampton to East Cowes): redfunnel.co.uk
We recommend the Lymington to Yarmouth route for its scenic views and proximity to the venue. Although the New Forest route is longer, it usually avoids heavy traffic in Portsmouth, Southampton, and Newport. You can book one-way via Lymington and return via Portsmouth, as both routes cost the same with Wightlink.
Note: Wightlink’s new Victoria ferry from Portsmouth may take longer to load/unload, so arrive at least 30 minutes before departure, especially during busy times.
Recommended Journey by Train
From London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour:
•Book through trainline.com
•Ferry: wightlink.co.uk to Ryde
For the best timing:
•Friday: Take the 15:15 ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde, arriving at 15:37.
•Sunday: Return ferry departs Ryde at 15:45, arriving in Portsmouth at 16:07. With no delays, you may catch the 16:22 train.
once we know your schedule we will help you with taxi booking!
You can liaise with one another via our private WhatsApp group closer to the dates for cars and taxi share.
Reserve your space
To reserve your space you can book directly below or if you have any further questions please feel free to send me an email.