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Welcome to Song of the River
Women’s Retreat Sanctuary
(Meditation and more to help reduce stress and anxiety)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
If you have any symptoms of respiratory infection, cold, cough or Covid, a high temperature or do not feel well, please ring me on 01978 754198 and I will book you in at a later date which suits us both. Thank you – very much appreciated – Barbara.
You may be drawn to visit my website for a reason, please take a little time out for yourself and peruse across the pages, we may be just the place for you.
We are a Hidden Gem here at Song of the River, we are situated along the River Clywedog Nature Trail, a truly beautiful setting on the outskirts of Wrexham in North Wales. We came here in 2006 after being drawn by a desire to enhance my skills, so as to help people on many different levels, helping them to find peace and harmony.
I pride myself in offering a quality time for those seeking some time out, tapping into the special energies here and encompassing new experiences with some amazing energy tools and pampering.
It is so easy to put off taking time out for you, we are here to help and all of the sessions are adapted to suit your individual needs and all inclusive in the cost and is totally unique to Song of the River Sanctuary Retreat.
Whilst we are a Women’s retreat, couples are most welcome for some shared time and relaxation sessions.
The overnight stays are wonderful to enhance your stay, or you may feel a full day is enough, there is flexibility with your stay here and our food caters for all dietary requirements, Nick and myself do all the cooking.
What you need to bring:
Walking shoes if you wish to walk, comfortable clothing (if autumn/winter showerproof clothing again if venturing out). We do provide the following: the accommodation, all meals and refreshments whilst here including tea and coffee in bedrooms, plus hair dryer and in the Bathroom – we provide: Towels, Hair and Body Wash.
We can also offer a Back on Track weekend for anyone seeking some business development skills and pampering, either 1 or 2 ladies can be catered for.
The sessions are on a One to One basis either with Nick or myself. Please call me for a chat and we can see how we can help to answer any queries you may have or to find out more about the sessions.
We can also incorporate the energy tools here for a wonderful experience, ie. you may use the Egyptian Healing Rods whilst listening to the Crystal Harp, then a facial or body treatment, the tools can also be used on their own. Sound therapy is unbelievable to harmonise anyone before or after any session.
Please make that call today and get yourself Back on Track here at Song of the River Sanctuary Retreat.
Testimonials
Ready to Start the Next Chapter of My Life
I wanted to spend some quality time on myself.
This was my first retreat, so I wanted to have some quiet time for myself and got just this.
After spending time at the retreat, I got the clarity I was looking for. I felt relaxed and ready to start the next chapter of my life.
Michelle – North England
It is with great pleasure I write this review for Barbara and Nick . I arrived at the retreat with no idea what to expect but knowing I desperately needed some quiet me time and holistic bespoke pampering following some recent tragic circumstances. My resilience bucket was well and truly
empty .
I was greeted by both into their home , both having a warm and welcoming presence , and from there my time at the retreat just got better and better . Barbara is a wonderful listener (poor her listening to me unload and cry )!!! Nick was equally good company but took more a back seat.
Both had a lot of passions and beliefs but were not imposing in any way but just introduced me to different therapeutic approaches . Who would have thought I would love Tibetan bowls ,
but I now do !
The weekend flew by and I rarely was alone , except for a run, nor did I want to be as I was happily embracing all the retreat had to offer and getting to know Barb and Nick . If I had wanted more free time that would have been ok too .
I left after two days totally calm , refreshed and ready to face the world again . Day 4 of being home and I am still feeling the benefit.
I will be back , and encourage anyone to visit , especially if you are totally burnt out .
LW – Northwest
I just wanted to say thank you so much, to both you Barbara and Nick, for having me stay with you on the 2-day healing retreat recently; it was one of the best experiences I have ever had the privilege of being part of.
It truly was a wonderful and therapeutic experience and exceeded any expectations I may have had before I arrived. You were both so attentive and made me feel so welcome and I felt that nothing was too much trouble for either of you. You have a beautiful home and the surroundings were idyllic; especially that amazing log cabin.
I can’t believe how, after 24 hours, I felt so relaxed and had a fresh perspective on things and motivation to move forward and make the changes I need to make. The changes will take time to put in place and implement, but with your support and guidance, I know that I can do it. I do feel as though it was a life changing experience and that was down to both you and Nick and so thank you.
Thank you both from the bottom of my heart and rest assured, I will definitely be back again, that’s for sure. I have been recommending your retreat to anyone and everyone I know – everyone should experience what you have to offer. I feel that I left having made 2 good friends and may I say, that you are amazing at what you do and anyone that comes to your retreat is both blessed and very lucky.
A very happy and satisfied customer
Alexia
I booked the retreat with Barbara and Nick as a getaway to celebrate my birthday, the spring equinox, and to give back to myself after a very stressful and difficult 3 years of my life.
It’s difficult to put into words how special my experience with Barbara and Nick was. Whilst the healing and wellness aspect of the retreat was amazing, I really feel that what the retreat gave me went way beyond that. Barbara and Nick both made me feel so comfortable and so welcome from the moment I walked into their house. I am estranged from most of my family, and to be able to spend time with two kind, like-minded and wise people from their generation was invaluable and very poignant for me. I enjoyed singing bowls, Egyptian rods, oracle cards, meditation, a crystal facial, a grounding foot massage, and the opportunity to put my feet in the river in their garden and reconnect with nature, not to mention some wonderful chats and discussions. Barbara is an amazing listener, kind, compassionate, skilled in what she does, yet also direct in the most thoughtful and helpful of ways (which I feel is really important when doing deep inner transformational work). Nick is interesting, funny, insightful, equally kind and has amazing spiritual gifts himself (I had a magical experience in the meditation he did). Barbara and Nick are unique and special people; the location, the house and the surroundings they live in are unique and special; and I guarantee that anyone choosing this retreat will have a unique and special experience, probably in ways that you least expect, as this is the magic they bring.
Claire – South West England
My stay at the Song of the River was fabulous, I was welcomed like a long lost friend by Barbara and Nick and made most welcome.
I had several treatments, full body massage with hot stones, healing pharaoh rods, healing meditation sessions, spiritual guidance and more.
I had discussed with Barbara and Nick my reasons for visiting and after 2 days of treatments and spending quality time with a quality, genuine couple I left being able to face the world once again.
I cannot recommend highly enough, visiting the Song of the River Retreat if you feel in any way you need help with life in general or with a specific reason.
Much love and gratitude to you both for helping me feel me again x
I will return 💯❤️🌈
Jane xx Southern England
Wonderful experience!!! Best you can get.
I was looking for clarity. Intuition. Higher guidance.
Better than expected.
Clarity. The clear plan moving forward.
I can’t express in words how beautiful this experience was and I am already looking forward to go back soon.
Barbara and Nick are the most wonderful hosts you could ever meet. Their programs/treatments are very personalized and unique. Simply because they offer an experience, sit and talk with you, and is not the usual random place where you go to have a normal retreat. I do understand after being there why is limited to 2 days simply because in 2 days you can achieve a lot and your time will be used wisely.
In my case, I wasn’t having any specific expectations but I left with what I needed to find out. I realized this after I came home. And that was clarity in regards to some steps I need to take for my future, for my purpose in this life. It was always obvious actually but this trip made it clear.
I am truly grateful I made this decision to go there.
Specifically in regards to the location, the hosts, and the place itself – just wonderful. Cozy, professional, feeling at home in every aspect, being treated very very well – and beyond.
Thank you so much, Barbara and Nick. You are both wonderful people and I am more than grateful for have met you.
You are a true inspiration and overall super beautiful people!
Nicky – London
Everything about this retreat was exactly what I needed. The location is stunning and so peaceful. Barbara and Nick were the perfect hosts and couldn’t have done more for me. Barbara has such a fantastic knowledge and range of treatments, which she specifically tailored to my needs. A great listener, which gave me the opportunity to discuss my issues and explore them in a gentle manner. I couldn’t have asked for more. Quite literally this may have changed the whole way I think about life.
Fran – Southern England
A piece of Heaven!
I visited the Song of the River Retreat Sanctuary in September 2022 for 2 nights. As soon as I arrived at Barbara and Nick’s beautiful home I felt completely welcomed and at ease, this was my first time traveling on my own in the UK. Barbara and I chatted to find out what I wanted to get out of the time I spent there. She was so easy to talk to and I felt like I had known her for ages. I was thoroughly pampered and enjoyed a range of holistic therapies which included a Hot Stone Massage, Facial, Sound Healing, an Oracle Card Reading and meditation sessions. The room I stayed in was lovely and I slept so well, even better than I do at home. The food was delicious and again was catered to my needs. The location is stunning and so idyllic, it’s a great place to recharge those batteries. I certainly hope to return. I came away feeling so much more refreshed and excited about the future.
Thank you Barbara and Nick xx – Lauren in Dorset
I visited the Song of River retreat in April 2022 for 2 nights. From the moment I arrived I was
captivated by the beauty of the scenery. There is a lodge overlooking the River Clywedog which
provides a tranquil haven to relax and meditate whilst listening to the water
rippling blended with the sounds of nature. What truly made this retreat
experience so special was the generous hospitality from Barbara and Nick. From
the onset they were so warm and welcoming, making me feel immediately at home.
Barbara and me chatted away like we had known each other for years and they
were both so supportive in what had been a very difficult period in my life. I will definitely return
Gita – Midlands
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