The Dreaming: A Wellness Haven in the Heart of Wales

The Dreaming: A Wellness Haven in the Heart of Wales

Charlotte Church's Transformative Retreat

in the Elan Valley

Hidden away in the tranquil heart of Wales, minutes from the historic Elan Valley, lies The Dreaming, an award-winning wellness retreat that blends Charlotte Church’s visionary approach to environmental advocacy with her dedication to spiritual healing. Designed to soothe both the body and the soul, The Dreaming is a sanctuary that invites guests to disconnect, reflect, and reconnect with the ancient rhythms of nature.

Set across 47 acres of wild beauty and gardens by Chelsea Flower Show winner Juliet Sargeant, the retreat blends modern design with natural charm. Once home to fashion icon Laura Ashley, it now invites guests to slow down, reflect, and reconnect whether through garden strolls or sound therapy sessions led by Charlotte herself.

Charlotte, renowned for her environmental activism and passion for climate justice, explains, “The Dreaming is a place for healing through experiencing beauty and wonder. It is a place for everyone and it is where anyone can learn to heal and even become the healer that their community needs.”

The Dreaming blends ancient practices with modern healing to create a deeply grounding and transformative experience. Nestled in the Welsh countryside, the retreat offers nature walks, sound baths, meditation, and creative workshops that reconnect guests with the present moment and the land.

Charlotte Church’s work in sound therapy is central, inviting participants to explore the voice as a powerful tool for healing.

The 2025 retreat calendar is filled with both regular weekly getaways and specialist offerings, providing something for everyone seeking rest, rejuvenation, and growth. Each retreat is guided by specialists in various fields from physicians and healers to yoga instructors and artists.

Among the year’s highlights are:

  • Song of the Soul: Charlotte’s sound healing retreat

  • Mother & Daughter: A nature-based bonding experience

  • Returning to the Queer Heart: A safe, restorative space for LGBTQ+ healing

  • Grief Retreat: Holding space for loss and renewal

  • Celtic-inspired Beltaine and Samhain retreats

More than a getaway, it’s a place to slow down, reconnect with yourself and nature, and remember who you truly are.

 

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