Wellbeing Retreat Overview

This is a chance to take time out of your normal life, be fed with three healthy plant-based whole food macrobiotic meals a day, to rest and enjoy space in the peaceful Murtwell House and its beautiful countryside surroundings. Take walks, sleep, meditate, or whatever nourishes you deeply. This is a time to recuperate, nourish yourself well, reflect on your life and build your energy reserves.

There will be ample wood for log fires for some cosy evenings, you can make teas at any time, there is a library of macro and health books, and drink and bathe in the pure spring water that supplies the house!

The feedback from previous Wellbeing Weeks were that the participants enjoyed having lots of space to rest, walk, read and do their own thing. There are some optional activities during the 5 days, including morning Do-in exercises, helping to prepare meals, gardening work if the weather is fine a trip to a beach.  

This is also a great opportunity to learn more about the macrobiotic approach to health and healing, and enjoy some tasty dishes and meals. Oliver and staff will be available to answer many of your questions.

If you live outside Devon, or even the country and wish to make a longer break away, or spend some days out and about, we want to show you what a beautiful part of the world we are in, where you can breathe in much fresh air and beauty.  We are close to South Devon beaches, Dartmoor, Totnes Town and Dartington Hall.  There is a local-ish pool and spa and there are wonderful countryside walks and great pubs (such as the ancient Cott Inn in Dartington, the local Church House Inn in Harberton along with the organic Bull Inn in Totnes).  Most importantly, we are in a very peaceful hamlet where you will be fed quality, and organic meals, as we want you to leave feeling completely nourished on all levels.

Upcoming Dates

October 12th 2026 @ 2:00 pm BST - October 16th, 2026 after lunch (up to 6pm)

Location

Murtwell House, Diptford Totnes, Devon TQ9 7NQ United Kingdom

I loved being at Murtwell. It has been a real relaxing and enjoyable time, with a few laughs too! The house is truly peaceful as is the environment, the nature all around is absolutely stunning. I can’t thank you enough for holding such a sacred and healing space in my life when I needed it the most

Vimla

Wellbeing Week

The Wellness Week gave me a fabulous break from all the worries in my current life, and I am now ready to face real life again

Katherine

Wellbeing Week

This course is ideal for anyone needing to turn their health around - concentrating on just diet, excercise and self care... time and space is in ample supply and this lovely place.

Pippa

Wellbeing Week

What you’ll get

Meals

Three meals will be cooked for you each day from Wednesday breakfast to Sunday lunch. There will be a variety of dishes for breakfast, lunch will be a smaller simpler meal, and supper will be the main meal of the day. Practically all the food will be organic and of the highest quality.

Breakfast 9am
Lunch 1pm
Supper 6pm

Arrival & Departure Times

5 Day Stay

Arrive from 2pm on Wednesday 27th, supper is at 6pm
Last meal is Sunday 1pm, you are welcome to stay until 6pm

2 Day Weekend Stay

Arrive from 2pm on Friday 29th, supper is at 6pm
Last meal is Sunday 1pm, you are welcome to stay until 6pm

Optional Extras

Oliver will be available for giving shiatsu treatments, macro health consultations or emotional counselling during the week. For more information, please visit our Holistic Health Consultations page.

If you would like any other activities please let us know and if at least a few people want something we may be able to offer it to you.

Accommodation

Everyone gets their own bedroom, unless you wish to come as a couple. There are rooms in the house, two in the barn.  There is also camping and space for a small campervan.  There is a maximum of 6 participants.

Booking your place

Please book as early as possible to ensure your place.  Contact the office to check availability and secure your room 01803-762598 or  info@macroschool.co.uk.

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