Stretch & Sketch at Sandridge Barton

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Rediscover Your Creative Flow: A Unique Blend of Yoga and Art at Sandridge Barton

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Retreat dates for 2025 - Sunday 27th April & Saturday 11th October - bookings are now OPEN

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Join us for a day of creative exploration and relaxation, combining the calming practice of yoga with the inspiration of life drawing, all hosted at the stunning Sandridge Barton. This immersive experience is a collaboration between yoga teacher Ashleigh and oil painter Ian.

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The day begins with a warm welcome over a hot drink, followed by a one-hour yoga session led by Ashleigh. You’ll enjoy a slow vinyasa flow, a harmonious blend of Vinyasa and Hatha yoga, with fewer transitions than Vinyasa but more flow than traditional Hatha. Ashleigh will guide you through pranayama (breathwork) and asanas (physical postures) before ending in shavasana (resting pose) for a deeply relaxing guided meditation. Variations will be provided to accommodate all abilities.

After a short pause, we’ll transition into a wine tasting of four wines from Sandridge Barton, offering a moment to unwind and enjoy the estate’s finest selections.​​​

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Next, we’ll return to the Vine Room for an inspiring life drawing workshop with Ian. You’ll have the opportunity to explore different mediums and ease into the session with shorter, 1-2 minute sketches before moving to longer poses. Ian will guide and support you throughout, whether you’re a seasoned artist or a complete beginner eager to dive in.

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This experience is open to all levels—no prior yoga or art experience is needed. Simply come with an open mind and a desire to connect with your creative side.

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If you haven't been to Sandridge Barton before, then you absolutely must! You can really make a day of it and stay to enjoy a bite to eat and a walk around the grounds & the vineyards after the workshop. 

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Schedule:

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• 09:30 am: Meet & greet with tea in the Tasting Barn (or outside, weather permitting)

• 10:00 am – 11:15 pm: Yoga in the Vine Room

• 11:15 pm – 12:15 pm: Wine tasting of four Dart Valley wines

• 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm: Life drawing with a nude model in the Vine Room

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