Sole Sisters Trail Weekend Retreat

Friday, 11th July 2025:

• 4 - 5 pm: Arrival, settling in and room allocation

• 5 - 6 pm: Welcome circle and gentle walk through the forest

• 6 - 7 pm: Forest sauna, cold plunge & jungle shower

• 7 - 8 pm: Delicious, vegan dinner

• 8:45 pm: Outdoor fireplace gathering

Sample itinerary for Saturday & Sunday:

• 7:30 am: Pre-run snack

• 8 am: ~5 km guided trail run

• 9 am: Breakfast

• Free time

• 11:30 am: Workshop

• 1 pm: Lunch

• 3 -5 pm~10 km guided hike or workshop or free time

• 6 - 7 pm: Forest sauna, cold plunge & jungle shower

• 7 - 8 pm: Delicious, vegan dinner

• 8:45 pm: Outdoor fireplace gathering

Monday, 14th July, 2025:

• 7:15 am: Guided walk

• 8 am: Breakfast & Goodbyes

• 11 am: Departure

Note: The itinerary provided is an example and may be subject to change based on weather conditions or other factors.

• Nourishing, delicious vegan food:

  • 3x dinner

  • 3x breakfasts

  • 2x lunch

  • Daily snacks

• Water, teas and coffee

• 3 nights on the ground of the tranquil, gorgeous Happy River Retreat venue - either in one of the cabins or in your own tent

• Usage of the cosy barn, yurt and outdoor area including the alfresco outside dining area

• 3x one-hour sauna visits including cold plunge and jungle shower (these will be part of the planned itinerary schedule)

• 3x outdoor fireplace gatherings (if the weather allows)

• Surprise goodie bag (worth £50)

• 2x guided ~5 km trail runs (ability: for all levels; designed for novices)

• 1x 10 km guided hike

• 3x Workshops:

  • Training with your natural rhythm

  • Trail run essentials - All you need to know about how to get into trail running

  • Mobility for miles

• Guided meditation to wind down and relax

• Photos: Tamara will be taking photos throughout the weekend. The highlights will be shared with you post weekend

• Q&A with Tamara and plenty of time for chats

• Transport to and from the venue - however, I do arrange a pick-up from Wareham train & bus station. Please email tam@mindfuelbody.com with your arrival and departure details so I can arrange the transport.

• Any additional drinks or foods you'd like to have.

• Activities in your free time, i.e. visit to the Jurassic Coast, etc.

• Travel insurance

• Kit

• Extra logs for hot tub and fireplace (available upon request for only £20 for wood)

• Extra sauna visits (available upon request for £80 for 1-hour)

• Recommended:

  • Running gear: Proper shoes and clothing (2x shirts, long- and short-sleeve, shorts, socks, rain/windproof jacket)

  • Swimwear and 2 towels

  • Warm coat and layers for fireplace gatherings

  • Any bags or bottles you might want for the hike

  • Cosy clothes for meditations and workshops

  • Suncream

  • Yoga mat

• Optional:

  • Head torch

  • Dry Robe

  • Emergency cash

  • Medical kit: Blister plasters, etc.

  • Cap

  • Buff

  • Watch & charger

  • Flip flops

We'll be going on a slow and steady trail run together.

This run is optional. You don’t have to join if you don’t feel like running on the day.

In a nutshell:

• Easy, steady, slow trail run

• ~5 km, 30 m elevation gain

• 45-60 minutes

• Terrain: easy: gravel

Regardless of the weather, the Sole Sisters Trail Weekend Retreat will go ahead. We can go for a trail run in the rain since the terrain is safe in Wareham forest.

The dinner will be served inside the Happy River barn in case of cold or rainy weather.

So we'll be cosy, warm and dry.

At the Sole Sisters Trail Weekend Retreat, we believe in nourishing body and mind with wholesome, plant-based foods. I prioritise the holistic well-being of my participants. Plant-based foods and abstaining from alcohol provide the essential nutrients and energy needed to fuel optimal performance and recovery, promoting endurance and vitality for our runners.

Sample menu:

• Pre-run snack: Oat balls and fruits

• Breakfast: Granola & coconut yogurt with blueberry sauce

• Lunch: Jersey royal potato salad, baby spinach & spring onions, beetroot hummus, marinated olives, sourdough flatbread, cold pressed rapeseed oil & dukkah

• Light snack: Turmeric hummus and veggie sticks and za'atar crackers

• Dinner: Chickpea tikka masala curry & brown basmati rice with coconut yogurt

• Dessert: Chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream

• By car: Please see map below. Parking available for free.

• Public transport: Nearest train station is Wareham. It’s only one mile and an easy cab ride away. Email tam@mindfuelbody.com if you’d like help with the transfer from the station to the venue.

• There’s a direct train going from London to Wareham.

• Nearest airports - all with direct trains to Wareham:

  • Bournemouth

  • Southampton

  • Bristol

  • London

• Comfort & Cosy Package:

  • Shared double or king bed:

    • Early bird until 31st March: £506

    • Regular: £566

  • Single bed:

    • Early bird until 31st March: £546

    • Regular: 606

• Wild & Free Package:

  • Early bird until 31st March: £416

  • Regular: 476

• Deposits are only £130 for a single bed, £110 for a shared bed and £85 for Wild & Free Package (non-refundable)

Payment instalments available (Send an email to tam@mindfuelbody.com)

See FAQs page for payment, cancellation and refund policy.

• Respect for nature – Leave no trace. Take all waste with you and use eco-friendly, biodegradable toiletries to protect the environment.

• Kindness & inclusivity – This is a safe, supportive space. We welcome and respect all backgrounds, identities and experience levels.

• No alcohol or substances – To maintain a clear and connected experience, this is an alcohol- and substance-free retreat.

• Respect for others – Be mindful of personal space, listen with kindness and support your fellow sisters on this journey.

• Honor your own pace – All activities are optional. Move in a way that feels good for you, without pressure or comparison.

• Sacred spaces – Whether in meditation, workshops or around the fire, what is shared within the group stays within the group. This is a space of trust and we honor each other’s privacy.

Check out the FAQ page here where you’ll find all the details.

Have a look at the full retreat brochure here.