Camping · hiking · sea · sauna · flow
Alfriston Adventure Weekend
The weekend
Your itinerary
Camp under the Downs and walk to the sea. Three days of hiking, sea swims, a wood-fired beach sauna, kayaking and campfire flow.
Alfriston Camping Park, South Downs National Park
Evening hike — Cuckmere Haven & the Seven Sisters
Route: Riverside footpaths from camp through Litlington to Cuckmere Haven beach and back
Distance: ~8 miles round trip · Grade: Easy · flat riverside paths
Bring: Water, a layer and your camera — golden-hour light on the white cliffs is the reward.
Reserve your place
Join us for the weekend
Up to 8 women only. Places are limited and will fill quickly.
- ✓Reserves your place immediately
- ✓Deducted from total balance
- ✓Confirmation email sent
- ✓Guest info pack included
- ✓2 nights camping under the Downs
- ✓Guided hikes to the sea & Seven Sisters
- ✓Private wood-fired beach sauna
- ✓Kayak & paddleboard session
- ✓Sound baths, flow & campfire evenings
- ✓Meals catered (incl. pizza night)
Questions? WhatsApp Liz on 07411 352 966 or email lizaspire@gmail.com
Payments are processed securely via Stripe. The deposit is non-refundable but the place may be transferred.
Prepare
What to bring
Clothing & layers
- —Hiking boots (non-negotiable)
- —Waterproof jacket
- —Warm mid-layer / fleece
- —Casual/comfy clothes
- —Warm socks (spares!)
Movement
- —Yoga mat
- —Comfortable layers
- —Trainers / yoga socks
Swimming
- —Swimwear
- —Towel
- —Dryrobe or dry layers
- —Tow float (or borrow one)
- —Coloured swim hat
- —Change of shoes
Essentials
- —Journal & pen
- —Reusable water bottle
- —Snacks for the hike
- —Personal toiletries
Questions
Frequently asked
Not at all. Yoga sessions are accessible to all levels — Liz will offer modifications throughout. The Saturday hike is graded Hard and covers ~12 km with ~750m elevation, so a reasonable base fitness is helpful. If you're unsure, message Liz and she can advise.
The Saturday swim in Ullswater is optional but warmly encouraged — Glenridding beach has a gentle, gradual entry that's perfect for first-timers. The Sunday swim is completely optional. Tow floats are provided and a buddy system is used at all times.
Two nights' accommodation in the house, all meals catered for across the weekend, all yoga sessions and workshops hosted by Liz, van hire to and from the trailhead, the sound bath, and tow floats for swimming. Friday night is pizza night at the brilliant local café (highly recommended). Alcohol and personal costs are separate.
The retreat formally starts with lunch on Friday — arriving by 12:00 means you get the full orientation hike and evening session. If you can't make it by then, message Liz to discuss — she'll do her best to accommodate you.
Yes — Sunday night is available for those who'd like an extra night of rest and space. No planned sessions; just free time, walks, and connection. Let Liz know at booking.
Morland is in the Eden Valley, Cumbria. By car it's just off the A66, about 15 minutes from Penrith. Penrith has direct rail links from London Euston (about 3 hrs) and Manchester. A car share or taxi from Penrith station can be arranged — message Liz to coordinate with other guests.
The deposit is non-refundable, but your place can be transferred to another woman. The balance is refundable up to 6 weeks before the retreat. After that, places can be transferred but not refunded. Full details in your booking confirmation.