YOGA BRUNCH CLUB RETREAT
Friday 11th - Sunday 13th November 2022, Pauntley Court,
the Cotswolds
Join Yoga Brunch Club, Cloudia Hill and El Kemp this November at Pauntley Court in the Cotswolds, for a weekend of relaxation and nourishment.
Pauntley Court is a unique, family run country house dating back to 1300s, full of warmth, character and charm. The luxurious on site accommodation is matched by the immaculate gardens. The magic of this place, is that for the time you’re there, it really feels like home.
The retreat is open to all yoga levels. If you have taken a couple of classes and have always wanted to go on a retreat but never made the leap, or if you have been practicing yoga for years, everyone is welcome to join a Yoga Brunch Club retreat.
There will be time for walks, evenings spent by the fire, moments curled up with a good book - time to treat yourself.
Steeped in history, Pauntely Court is the birthplace of Dick Whittington and was home to Elinor Fettiplace, who has a private wing of the house named after her, featuring a luxury double room available to book. You can find all of the details for the luxury private wing further down this page.
Scroll down for details of room and prices
What’s included?
2 nights accommodation in a luxurious Cotswold country estate
Full use of the beautiful gardens and grounds over the weekend
Daily housekeeping and disinfectant of rooms and communal spaces
All meals, snacks, and refreshments [excluding wine]
Daily yoga practices (5 in total)
Inversion workshop
Yoga mats, straps, blocks
Daily yoga
There will be daily yoga practices (5 in total) led by Cloudia Hill & Clem Balfour.
The retreat will start with an evening of slow flow to ease you into the weekend. Saturday and Sunday will start with a 90 minute morning yoga class that will begin gently, progressing into a more dynamic flow, invigorating and waking up the body. There will be an optional inversion workshop, so you can have the time to learn how to get in and fall out of poses, and most importantly have fun with it. Evening yoga classes will explore asanas and breathing techniques, working with yin yoga and a more restorative self practice, helping to refine awareness and prepare you for a good nights sleep.
The weekend will build from one day to the next, enabling you to make progress in your practice, with a toolbox of skills that they you can take back home with you.
What you’ll be eating
Kemp Kitchen was created in 2017 by El Kemp, catering for shoots on set as well as providing breakfasts and lunches for brand events across London. Kemp Kitchen specialise in beautiful and delicious food that follows the seasons, using locally sourced produce.
Now nearly five years on Kemp Kitchen cater for events of all shapes and sizes across London and the South West; retreats, brand events, shoots and workshops.
The stay includes two hearty dinners, a wholesome lunch and two nourishing brunches, plus plenty of snacks and treats, tea and coffee. Please let us know if you have any specific dietary requirements or allergies when booking so that we can take these into consideration when planning the menus.
What people are saying
”Highlights from the weekend - Cloudia: always creates such a special atmosphere. You made us feel so welcome and your aura of calm so important to set the tone.
Location: rooms and location amazing, the walks, the yoga shala.
Food: this was AMAZING.” Marianne, Nov 2021
”Thank you so much for your hard work in making the retreat happen, it was SO GOOD. It was the perfect combination of yoga, exercise, pushing yourself a bit...and relaxing, eating great food and hanging out with great people. I came away from it feeling super chilled and revived. Can't wait for the next one - please do keep me posted!” Jess, Nov 2021
”A huge thank you for a perfectly and beautifully curated weekend. Loved every minute of it. What a great variety! Am feeling so relaxed and happy. Thank you to you and all the wonderful people who made this happen.” Priya, July 2020
- Testimonials from the past retreats -
What to pack
If you prefer please bring your own yoga mat and any yoga props you have at home, otherwise these will be provided
Please do bring along layers and comfy clothes to practice yoga in, I recommend packing a shawl, some walking boots, warm socks or slippers and a good book, so you can really feel at home.
Pack a bottle of wine or two if you would like to relax on the sofa with a drink in the evening or have a glass with dinner.
Covid-19 information
The wellbeing of everyone attending the retreat is the top priority of the weekend. If you are experiencing any symptoms of Covid-19 or have been in contact with someone who has Covid-19, we would ask that you do not attend the retreat.
Please note that all bookings are non-refundable unless in the case of Covid-19. All places purchased are final, if you cannot attend please find someone who can take your place. For full terms and conditions relating to Coronavirus, please click here.
If you have any queries please email yogabrunchclub@gmail.com
Pauntley Court
Pauntley Court is believed to be the birthplace of Dick Whittington, born in 1352, who became Lord Mayor of London four times over. The current owners, Mark and Melissa, were married at Pauntley Court in 1996 and their 3 children were christened in the church. They took over the running of the estate from Melissa's mother in 2008 and have continued the restoration of the uniquely beautiful building and grounds each year since.
El Kemp- Kemp Kitchen
Kemp Kitchen was created in 2017 by El Kemp, catering for shoots on set as well as providing breakfasts and lunches for brand events across London. Kemp Kitchen specialise in beautiful and delicious food that follows the seasons, using locally sourced produce.
Now nearly five years on Kemp Kitchen cater for events of all shapes and sizes across London and the South West; retreats, brand events, shoots and workshops.
El also works as a food stylist, recipe developer and tester. She has recently worked with Montezuma and Halen Môn to write and style recipes for their website. As well as helping Anna Jones test the recipes for her 4th book which was published in 2021, El has recently been working with Thomasina Miers to develop recipes for her new book Meat- free Mexican which was published this spring.
Cloudia Hill
Cloudia found yoga whilst working as an actress on tour in the US, going onto train as a teacher with Stewart Gilchrist at The Power Yoga Company, 2012. She continues to practice, learn, train and pass on what she has learnt to you, whilst looking after two whippets and occasionally treading the boards on stage & screen. Cloudia’s natural and honest approach allows you to grow both physically and spiritually on and off the mat.
Sweaty Betty Ambassador Cloudia teaches at the Power Yoga Company and various other brilliant studios in London.
Elinor Fettiplace - luxury private wing of Pauntley Court
The half timbered Elizabethan wing of Pauntley Court has one beautiful vaulted bedroom with an en suite bathroom, an enormous bath and walk in shower. With underfloor heating throughout, Elinor Fettiplace has its own private entrance into the characterful handmade kitchen, a cosy sitting room with a wood burner and stunning views across the sunken garden.
The ultimate luxury stay, perfect for couples or friends to enjoy the space and privacy of this unique and charming accommodation.
Price breakdown
| Room Type | Price Per Person |
| Triple Room | £545 |
| Double Room | £599 |
| Elinor Fettiplace | £720 |
| Double Room (solo occupancy) | £699 |