FAQ's

How long should I do a detox for?

3 Day Weekend, 5 Day Intensive, or our 7 Day Ultimate Detox. Choose the programme that best fits in with your available time and lifestyle. We offer these as a way of fitting in with people's busy life and work commitments.

How much weight will I lose?

This question is asked very often, and we wish to reiterate again that although you will lose weight, we are focusing here on building a more mindful relationship with food and with your body. Once the body has received an intensive cleanse, it is actually quite difficult to go back to the way you were eating and drinking before-hand. However for those of you who want to know the facts, we find that if the client is over 11 stone then weight loss is around 7lbs upwards, under 10 stone could be around 4-7lbs. We have had a client who came in at 8 stone and did not lose a pound and we have had some clients who have lost over a stone doing our programme. If there is no excess fat on your body then your weight will remain the same. We are fasting you, not starving you! You will experience good nourishment, (without the calories) and feel better than you probably have done in a long time.

How should I prepare for my detox?

On booking we will email you with confirmation and details about how to prepare for your detox, and what items to bring with you.

Some retreats do colonics every day, why don’t you?

Our Colonic hydrotherapy treatments are carried out by qualified practitioners who are registered with 'ARCH'; the governing body in the UK. We do not advocate self administered therapy such as colema boards or enemas. Our treatments are carried out by qualified professionals to take away the stress, mess and embarrassment factor.

What about extra therapies?

Advance notification is requested for any additional treatment requests on a 3 day weekend break and for our 5 and & 7 day programmes these can be booked on arrival, however all treatments are subject to availability and are not guaranteed.

What if I am on medication?

If your medication is prescribed we do not wish to interfere with your health care programme. Carry on taking them during your stay.

What if I don’t want to do yoga?

We have a variety of different exercise classes available to suit all tastes and abilities however there is nothing, repeat nothing you “have” to do here. If you simply want to read and lie in bed, then that is your programme! We do not make you join in with anything you do not wish to do.

What is a typical day?

You will be given timetables for each day, listing the times of any exercise classes, talks and demonstrations available. Also listed will be your programme therapies and any additional treatments that you may have booked. This will give some structure to the day, but this also allows you to plan in some time for relaxation, walking, using our gym, or simply chilling out.

What should I bring?

Our clients have found it useful to bring:

• Indoor slippers
• Warm jumper
• Walking shoes
• Work-out gear
• Trainers
• Personal toiletries
• Loose comfortable clothing
• Uplifting reading material
• Jacket (warm and waterproof)
• Gloves
• Warm hat
• Water bottle
• Notepad
• Body brush
• DVD's
• Wellington Boots
• Books/Magazines

Please note that we have no dress code here, and it is typical for guests to spend a lot of their time in their dressing gowns.

When do I pay?

Payment is taken in full at time of booking by debit/credit card. Payments can also be made by BACS. Please view our cancellation policy before you make payment

Why do you do certain treatments?

All our treatments are specifically chosen to assist the detox process. On arrival you will be given a health check where we can discuss the treatments that are most appropriate to help you achieve your aims.