Relax and unwind while easing symptoms and empowering yourself with knowledge at the best upcoming menopause retreats.
Words: Lily Smith. Images: Various brands.
Treat yourself to a balancing spa break
What: Menopause Retreat Spa Break at Down Hall Hotel (above)
Where: Hatfield Heath, Essex
When: Ongoing offer
Price: From £200 per person (single supplement may apply, available Sunday to Thursday)
Website: downhall.co.uk
Specifically designed to alleviate symptoms and support women who are going through perimenopause and menopause, this soothing spa break includes a restful overnight stay in an individually styled room along with a tasty breakfast the following morning. Either before or after your overnight stay, you can relax with a nourishing spa day in the tranquil Eden Spa.
Thoughtfully curated to ease your menopause symptoms, the age-defying facial and lighter legs massage will leave you feeling pampered. You’ll also be treated to herbal tea and a two-course lunch, complete with a grapefruit cleanser smoothie. And… relax!
Receive personalised support for a whole year
What: Metabolic Health Menopause Retreat at Combe Grove
Where: Bath, Somerset
When: October 14-20 or December 9-15
Price: From £2,900 (includes six-night retreat and one-year follow-up programme)
Website: combegrove.com
Nestled in 70 acres of verdant woodland a stone’s throw from the city of Bath, Combe Grove is a serene escape boasting an array of wellness facilities, programmes and retreats. Working with leading medical, wellbeing and nutritional experts, including Dr Campbell Murdoch, renowned for his work in the field of metabolic health, the menopause retreat has been specifically formulated to address the five roots of metabolic health: nutrition, movement, sleep, mindset and environment. Your cosy and calming bedroom for the week will be tailored to you with carefully selected herbs and oils that reflect your chosen root concern.
During your personalised retreat, you’ll learn how to prioritise your health and manage your menopause symptoms in a supportive environment. Expect a varied daily programme of workshops, talks and activities, all tailored to your personal health goals, along with comprehensive health checks, nutritional check-ins and a wide selection of treatments and therapies to suit your needs. There will also be plenty of free time to explore and relax, and a low-carb menu of three nourishing meals to enjoy each day, all bursting with colourful, seasonal fare from Combe Grove’s own kitchen garden.
What’s more, alongside the in-person retreat, your package also includes a one-year online programme, complete with support from experts plus weekly updates with information, tips, recipes, regular blood tests to monitor changes, one-to-one nutritional consultations and a one-year membership to the Club at Combe Grove, with full access to the state-of-the-art health and wellness facilities.
Unwind in a cosy countryside setting
What: My Menopause Retreat at The Norfolk Farmhouse
Where: Felmingham, Norfolk
When: November 22-25
Price: Single occupancy from £650 per person; double occupancy sharing a twin room from £495 per person (three-night accommodation, all-inclusive)
Website: thenorfolkfarmhouse.co.uk
Staying in a cosy Georgian farmhouse set in the Norfolk countryside, this nourishing menopause retreat provides a peaceful environment to help you unwind and relax, while also teaching you how to manage your menopause symptoms, identify triggers and find solutions. During your retreat, you’ll be able to enjoy an array of holistic therapies, including reiki, massage and reflexology, alongside optional yoga and meditation classes, plus time in the sauna and hot tub.
There will also be a course of interactive and informal workshops, designed to empower you with the knowledge you need to understand your body better and find a practical and effective approach to navigating your menopause journey. A menu of deliciously balanced vegetarian food also awaits, with meals all perfectly tailored to support and ease menopause symptoms. There will also be a selection of detox teas and tonics to try throughout the day, along with vegan wine to sip in the ambient courtyard each evening. An oasis of relief and refuge, your three-night all-inclusive stay will leave you feeling pampered, nurtured and armed with the knowledge you need to continue supporting yourself once you return home.
Prioritise your health and nutrition in Italy
What: Embrace The Change: Menopause Transition Retreat at Villa Porto Rapallo
Where: Liguria, Italy
When: November 21-24 (further dates available in February and April 2025)
Price: €1,700 per person for double occupancy; €2,800 for single
Website: villaportorapallo.com
Hosted at the luxurious Villa Porto Rapallo, this supportive, educational and rejuvenating retreat helps you embark on a transformative journey through your menopause. Led by renowned naturopathic nutritionist Lisa Pelloso, you will navigate the physical and emotional changes of menopause with practical advice and personalised nutritional plans, along with special guest Dr Ilaria Della Casa, an expert in women’s health and menopause, who will share her extensive knowledge on managing symptoms with holistic and medical approaches.
Through incorporating subtle changes and fostering new habits, the retreat’s aim is to inspire a lasting transformation that extends long after you return home, cultivating not just a temporary escape but a sustained, profound sense of wellbeing in your everyday life. During your four-night retreat, you’ll experience a selection of sustainable wellness practices and workshops in the serene beauty of the Italian Riviera, alongside a menu of hormone-balancing and wellbeing-boosting foods, thoughtfully curated by chef Riccardo Andreatta.
You’ll also be offered a comprehensive gynaecological examination with Dr Ilaria, including a pelvic ultrasound, breast ultrasound and Pap test, to receive a thorough and accurate understanding of your health. There will also be plenty of time to rest and explore the scenic Portofino coast at your leisure.
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