Transformational Ayurveda experiences, deeply embedded in soulful kindness.
Grounded in spiritual care. Rooted in authentic Ayurveda. Healing that transforms lives.
With locations in both the UK and Sri Lanka, we offer personalised wellbeing journeys that are ingrained in loving kindness, allowing every guest to feel happier and healthier. Our open-arms philosophy helps not only our guests but flows directly into our local communities and the charities we support.
UK Centre
In the heart of Herefordshire's beautiful Wye Valley, our UK retreat is a 17th-century farmhouse surrounded by rolling hills, ancient woodlands and meandering rivers. In this peaceful setting, we welcome our guests to experience Ayurvedic therapies on multi-day retreats, one-day courses or individual classes, including consultations, yoga, meditation and Ayurvedic cuisine.
Sri Lanka Retreat Centre
Clasped by unspoilt nature and the warmth of our local rural community, our Sri Lankan retreat offers an immersion into ancient Ayurveda therapies and an authentic way of life. Encircled by coconut palms, the colonial, terracotta-tiled bungalow is a home of serenity, kindness and traditional Ayurveda, led by our expert team of qualified doctors, teachers and Buddhist monks.
Our Offerings Tailored transformations
Our retreat packages offer a way to bring ancient Ayurvedic philosophies to life, allowing our guests to connect with our six wellbeing pillars in a modern setting over several days.
Our carefully designed packages aim for you to feel wholly nurtured through yoga, massage, meditation and Ayurvedic consultations, fuelled by nourishing Ayurvedic cuisine.
Our 6 Pillars
We believe our health, wellbeing and environment are all interconnected. Driven by kindness and inspired by ancestral roots and indigenous practices, our philosophy links together these six pillars, not just through the heart, body and mind but also through community, earth and spirit.
Heart
Emotional wellbeing must be the very start of every journey. We begin with a loving kindness, understanding that good health is much more than just the body. Inspired by Buddhist teachings, our serene sanctuary helps you find the tools for inner peace, uplifted balance and soulful transformation.
Mind
Any change in the body causes an effect on our thinking; to reshape our overall wellbeing, we must therefore also take care of our minds. Ayurveda offers medicinal remedies while meditation, wisdom talks, a calming environment and the company of empaths combine to soothe and sharpen our life views.
Body
Nutrition, lifestyle and sleep are needed for a healthy body. We focus on fresh, organic food prepared by our Ayurvedic doctors using Ayurveda principles. Regular yoga helps our internal systems function better; paired with calm evenings and tranquil environments, sleep is improved, too.
Community
We are not just a retreat but a social enterprise that funds our own charity, The Metta Trust alongside UK mental health organisations. We believe that Plantation Villa belongs to all, and our communities are a vital part of our philosophy, from the Sri Lankan staff and schoolchildren we support to the local community that surround our Herefordshire retreat.
Earth
Inner journeys begin by connecting not just with people, but with animals and nature, each depending on the other. We know that a natural environment supports good mental and physical health and our commitment helps protect nature through careful reforestation and preservation of wildlife.
Spirit
Spirituality is the conclusion of our path, the lived experience of unity where meaning, truth and the self become one, leading to a lasting sense of fulfillment. By keeping the mind calm, the body healthy and the self connected to nature, we can shape the meaning we give to life.
Community & Impact The heart of our ethos is helping others.
Under the guidance of Ayurvedic doctors, our retreats offer the chance for health and happiness. We channel these successes into our social enterprise to improve the lives of underprivileged communities. Our charity, The Metta Trust, is committed to making the world a happier place by supporting education, healthcare, community development, conservation and nature projects as well as UK mental health support. We’re proud to see what a difference we’ve made so far.