Florence House weekend retreats

Florence House is a beautiful retreat venue in Seaford, East Sussex, set at the base of Seaford Head. From here, you can reach the top of the cliffs in just five minutes, or head down to the beach in the same amount of time. Located within the South Downs National Park, it offers a truly stunning setting and a wonderful sense of open space, ideal for breathing deeply and slowing down.

This is a very special place. The retreats here have been held since 2012, with both summer and winter dates offered each year. Returning always feels like coming home, and many students have shared that same feeling. Some love it so much that they have joined nearly every retreat. The venue is cared for with real warmth and attention, so guests often feel supported and looked after from the moment they arrive. And what could be better than a weekend with no cooking, cleaning, or chores — just time to relax and enjoy yoga, meditation, nourishing food, good company, and nature?

The weekend schedule is designed to let you fully immerse yourself in yoga while still leaving space for free time. You may choose to walk, swim, or simply unwind in the gardens or in the cosy, spacious communal sitting areas. In winter, wood burners add an extra layer of comfort. As it is your retreat, you are always welcome to skip any yoga sessions if that feels right for you. Many people use the weekend to reconnect with themselves and others, enjoying the relaxed atmosphere that naturally supports friendship, journaling, self-reflection, or quiet rest.

Massages are available at an additional cost. The therapists are highly skilled and can adapt treatments to suit any health conditions you may have, so you will be in very good hands.

The food is exceptionally good: delicious plant-based dishes that are naturally gluten-free, wholesome, satisfying, and generous in portion. Recent students described it as “high restaurant quality” and “the best food I have ever had on a retreat.” Dairy, eggs, and bread are served separately, so you can choose to eat 100% plant-based and/or gluten-free, or include those items if you wish. There is also unlimited tea, coffee, and filtered water, along with fruit and biscuits, so you certainly will not go hungry.

Accommodation options include shared twin rooms, triple rooms, or single supplements. Bedrooms and bedding are comfortable and spacious, and a few rooms also have en-suite bathrooms. Rooms with shared bathrooms are shared between a maximum of two to three bedrooms.

On arrival, participants receive a thoughtfully curated welcome gift bag filled with wellness products and treats, helping you feel completely spoiled from the very beginning.