"Everyone should experience a silent retreat. It’s the greatest act of self care amongst beauty and peace and people who know what can unfold."
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One Day Silent Retreat
A Deeply Nourishing Day of Rest and Relaxation in the Silence at Wychcroft Retreat House in the Surrey Hills
With Marion & Martin Young and Jan Collis
Wednesday 4th June 2025
- Do you sometimes feel as if you are running on empty with no time or space to reflect and recharge?
- What if you can spend a day away from the busy-ness of life, with nothing to take care of, and be gently guided through a day of rest, relaxation and personal reflection time?
- And what if this was in an atmosphere of peaceful tranquillity, in companionable silence, in a retreat house with a deep and palpable presence of stillness?
- Slow down and recharge
With guided meditations, Conscious Resting and time for personal reflection. - Disconnect from technology
Our busy lives cause our minds and bodies to be on hyper-alert, which is stressful and tiring. Escape from your phone and sink into the stillness (there is an emergency number in case you need to be contacted). - Enter into the silence
Let your brainwaves slow down… let your mind and body unwind. Create space for your inner wisdom to shine through, and to reconnect with your true meaning and purpose. - Walk the labyrinth
An ancient symbol combining the imagery of the circle and the spiral to represent a journey to the centre and back out into the world. People walk labyrinths to help calm the mind, receive inspiration and let go of worries and concerns. - Connect directly
To the guidance of your Soul, a deeply comforting source of infinite wisdom and inspiration.
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“I was expecting to find the Silent Day Retreat difficult. I am an incessant chatterbox and the only time I ever stop talking is when I am asleep. Plus, I am forever checking my mobile devices. How would I cope if I had to switch them off for almost an entire day?
Marion was incredibly reassuring and actually, slipping into the silence was effortless. After a couple of hours, my mind slowed right down and by lunchtime, I had discovered my inner Prozac. I touched a profound bliss within that I had never experienced before and it stayed with me long after the retreat was over. In essence, it was life-changing.”
Sally Brockway – Previous retreat participant
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“I loved last Saturday! I had never been on a silent retreat like that before and it surpassed any expectations I had. It helped me to truly experience the depth of this god-like energy within me. I felt connected to its gentle power, and how that power connects us all. The feeling has not left me.”
Honorine Moynihan – Previous retreat participant
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“I was totally shocked how powerful I found a single day spent in silence was. Your retreats should be on the NHS!”
Julie B – Previous retreat participant
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About your facilitators, Marion & Martin Young and Jan Collis
We are passionate about the wonderful benefits of spending time on retreat, and especially in silence. Marion has been offering one-day, residential and online retreats and meditation classes for many years, and together with Martin and Jan has facilitated retreats for hundreds of people.
We specialise in guiding others to find the quiet within and how to get the most out of this precious opportunity to step away from the world for a while.
Marion Young
Martin Young
Jan Collis
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“Thank you so much for a wonderful day – I loved all of it, I resonated with all that you offered and said. Indeed being part of a group was the key as I just don’t have the discipline to gift this to myself… even though I know how beneficial it is. I got all the learning (and rest) that I needed and am now completely sold on the intention to take regular conscious rests!”
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“I loved the retreat. I wanted to stay at leaving time – so perhaps in the future an overnight retreat would be a real treat!”
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“I did not realise how nourishing, refreshing and healing the power of silence is. I will definitely be back to savour more!”
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“Your expertise at running retreats shines through everything you do.”
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“The day retreat was perfect, peaceful, comfortable, cosy, spacious, lovely food. Having a labyrinth too was a great addition to the day.”
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“Such a beautiful, calm and nurturing day, I was able to drop deeply into the stillness and silence. The venue worked really well, beautiful scenery, very comfortable and warm and lots of space.”
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“It was the first time I had experienced walking a labyrinth and what an extraordinary experience it was. It helped calm my mind and see things from a different perspective. I appreciated every little stone so carefully placed and the views from the centre.”
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“Thank you so much for a wonderful day – I loved all of it, resonated with all that you offered and said. Indeed being part of a group was the key as I just don’t have the discipline to gift this to myself… even though I know how beneficial it is.”
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“I cannot think of anything I would change, I wanted to stay at leaving time – so perhaps in the future an overnight retreat would be a real treat!”
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The venue
Wychcroft House is an idyllic location set in the beautiful Surrey countryside. The tranquil and spacious venue has a variety of lounges and extensive grounds all for our exclusive use during the retreat. The presence of stillness means it is an ideal place in which to experience being in silence, especially for the first time.
Wychcroft House, South Park Lane, Bletchingley, Redhill RH1 4NE visit www.wychcroft.org
Lunch & refreshments
The all-inclusive price includes a vegetarian buffet lunch and morning and afternoon refreshments . Please advise us if there are any specific dietary requirements by email by Tuesday 20th May.
Timings
Arrivals from 9.30 am ready for a 10 am start, and finish at 5 pm.
Travelling to Wychcroft
Wychcroft is located 22 miles south of London, set in the heart of the Surrey countryside near the town of Godstone and the village of Bletchingley. If travelling by car, Wychcroft is 3 miles from Junction 6 of the M25 (with plenty of onsite parking). If travelling by train, Wychcroft is 5 miles from Redhill mainline station by taxi.
Please bring:
- Water bottle.
- A journal and pen.
- Indoor and outdoor shoes.
- For the after lunch guided visualisation called ‘Conscious Resting’ if you would like to lie down, please bring a yoga mat or something to lie on, blanket and pillow. Alternatively, you will have your own comfy armchair if you prefer to stay seated. (If you are traveling by train, or unable to bring these items for any other reason, please let us know and we can provide you with a set).
You are very welcome to give your family and friends our emergency contact number so you can relax knowing that you can be contacted if needed while your phone is switched off.
After the retreat
It is highly recommended that when you go home, you keep your evening as quiet and restful as possible. You are likely to feel in a very quiet, peaceful and still place, so your mind and body may appreciate the time to integrate and enjoy the experience.
All Inclusive Price
Book your place on the One-Day Silent Retreat…
Price includes lunch, refreshments and all activities,
with a maximum of 20 participants, looked after by a team of 3 facilitators.
Earlybird price is £145
if booked by 7th May 2025.
Thereafter the price is £165
(The link will automatically take you to an Eventbrite page. If you experience any problems while booking, please get in touch.)
Cancellation Policy
Your payment is refundable (less the Eventbrite booking fee of £13) until 7th May 2025 (4 weeks before the event). If you cancel after this date, we will endeavour to resell your place. If we can resell your place, you will receive a refund of the full amount less a £35 admin charge. However if we are unable to do this, no refund will be given. In the event that the venue or ourselves needs to cancel the retreat, your payment will be refunded in full.
Disclaimer
Marion Young retreats are designed for seekers of self-awareness through self-enquiry and self-responsibility, and offer an invitation for personal reflection and connection to your inner wisdom. By taking part in this retreat you agree that any decisions and choices you make you will be making of your own free will. Marion Young is not liable for any decisions or actions participants take based on the content of the event.
If you think you are suffering from any medical or psychological condition, please ensure that you seek medical attention and the advice of your medical practitioner before participating in this retreat, and do not disregard medical advice or discontinue medical treatment because of any information received during the retreat. Please note we are not liable for any medical or psychiatric conditions which may develop during or subsequent to the retreat, and are not liable for the loss of, or damage to, your personal property.
