Retreats are the BEST way to deepen your spiritual practice of meditation, mindfulness and self-care. Give your head peace.

Making Friends with the Present Moment

When was the last time you truly stopped? When did you last give yourself permission to simply be?

In our busy, always-on world, it's easy to lose touch with ourselves. Our spiritual practice slips. The reflection time we need disappears. We forget to pause and ask: Where am I? Where am I going? What really matters?

This retreat is your invitation to come home to yourself.

What Makes This Retreat Special

Nestled in the stunning grounds of Drumalis Retreat Centre on the Antrim coast, this silent retreat offers you the gift of time, space, and silence.

Over the course of the weekend, you'll:

✨ Deepen your meditation practice with guided sessions throughout the day

🌿 Reconnect with nature through mindful outdoor walks along the beautiful coastline

💗 Cultivate self-compassion with loving-kindness and deep relaxation practices

🤫 Experience the power of silence - space to read, reflect, and simply be

🧘 Return to joy through a carefully designed program that balances structure and freedom

This isn't just rest (though you'll get plenty of that!). It's a chance to recharge, reboot, and rediscover what matters most.

The Experience

Arrival: Friday from 4:30pm - we'll begin with tea and a warm welcome

Departure: Sunday 3-4pm - leaving with a cuppa and renewed spirit

Throughout the weekend, you'll enjoy:

Multiple meditation sessions

Guided outdoor mindful walks

Deep relaxation practices

Self-compassion exercises

Plenty of personal reflection time

The healing gift of noble silence

The schedule provides a beautiful structure while honouring your need for rest. You're always welcome to opt out of any practice - this is YOUR retreat.

The Venue

Drumalis Retreat & Conference Centre is a haven of peace just 40 minutes from Belfast, set in breathtaking grounds right on the Antrim coast.

Your accommodation:

All ensuite rooms - warm, clean, and very comfortable

Sole occupancy (or share a twin/double with someone - same price per person)

Peaceful rooms with views over the beautiful gardens

Perfect sanctuary for rest and reflection

Your meals (all included):

Two evening meals (Friday & Saturday)

Two breakfasts (Saturday & Sunday)

Two lunches (Saturday & Sunday)

Tea, coffee, and biscuits throughout

All vegetarian food (other dietary requirements warmly accommodated)

What Past Participants Say

"Great experience! Peaceful setting, couldn't have been better! You really helped me understand mindfulness and 'come home'." - Edith Doran

"I genuinely enjoyed all of it. It helped me relax completely. I want to explore this way of being more." - Melissa Joyce

"I liked the mixture of different styles of meditation/mindful practice, the permission to opt-out, no pressure, no judgment. It was wonderful, nurturing and supportive." - Julie

"I loved all of it. It came at a really opportune time in my life, the loving-kindness was especially great." - Terri

"It helped me to relax and taught me to love and be kind to myself so I can do this for others." - Tracey Sproule

Important Information

Who is this for?

This retreat requires some experience with meditation, mindfulness, and/or yoga. If you've practiced before and feel ready to go deeper, this is for you.

Limited spaces:

Only 20 places available - they fill quickly!

Booking:

Secure your spot with a deposit now

Full payment due April 2026

Offline payment available - email mindfulmind@outlook.com

Refund Policy:

Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable

Ready to Make Friends with the Present Moment?

Only 20 spaces available. Book your deposit today.

If you have any questions at all, please reach out: mindfulmind@outlook.com

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Location:

Drumalis Retreat & Conference Centre

Glenarm Road, Larne BT40 1DT

Northern Ireland

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