Winter Pause | Christmas Wreath Making & Wellbeing Day in the Cotswolds

A festive day of wellbeing, connection and creativity in the Cotswolds. WINTER PAUSEA Festive Day of Wellbeing, Connection & Creativity This Christmas, be part of the magic too. Before the Christmas rush, a little time that's yours. There's something wonderful about Christmas. The gatherings, the decorations, the traditions and all those little touches that make the season feel special. But so often, we're the ones making it all happen. The shopping, planning, organising and never-ending lists can leave very little time to simply enjoy the season ourselves. What if, for one day, you could experience the magic instead of being responsible for creating it? Join The Zen Academy for Winter Pause, a thoughtfully curated festive day retreat in the beautiful Cotswolds countryside. A chance to step away from the preparations, slow down, reconnect and enjoy a day filled with warmth, lovely company, delicious food and festive creativity. Whether you're looking for a little breathing space before Christmas or a special day to enjoy with someone you love, everything has been thoughtfully taken care of. Your Winter Pause Experience 🌿 PAUSE & RECONNECT From thinking ahead to being here. We'll begin the morning with warming ceremonial cacao, gentle winter reflection meditation and restorative movemebt to bring us back into our bodies. An opportunity to step away from the demands of everyday life, settle into the moment and give yourself permission to pause. You don't need any previous experience, and everything will be guided gently. 💕 SAVOUR & CONNECT From responsibility to receiving. Enjoy a delicious seasonal lunch, warming drinks and time to connect with other women in the beautiful surroundings of Norton Grounds. No organising, no rushing and nothing to think about except enjoying yourself. Come with a friend or come on your own. You'll be warmly welcomed. 🎄 CREATE & ENJOY From perfection to pleasure. In the afternoon, we'll move into the cosy, heated tipi for a festive floristry workshop. Guided by a professional florist, you'll create your own beautiful Christmas wreath or seasonal decoration, using natural materials and festive greenery. Whether you love getting creative or haven't made anything since school, this is about enjoying the experience, not creating something perfect. And you'll have something beautiful to take home as a reminder of your day. What's Included? • Warming ceremonial cacao and gentle winter reflection meditation • Restorative movement • Delicious seasonal lunch • Guided Christmas wreath-making or festive floristry workshop • All floristry materials and equipment • Your own handmade Christmas creation to take home • Warming drinks and seasonal treats throughout the day • A welcoming, relaxed atmosphere and time just for you When & Where Sunday 6 December 2026 10am–5pm Norton Grounds, near Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire Set in the beautiful Cotswolds countryside, Norton Grounds provides a welcoming setting for our morning wellbeing experiences and seasonal lunch, followed by festive creativity in its cosy, heated tipi. Your Investment £149 per person Book Together: £268 for two — save £30 A £70 deposit per person option is available, with the remaining balance due by 1 December 2026. Spaces are limited to keep the day relaxed and personal. Come As You Are You don't need to be experienced in meditation, Qi Gong or wreath-making. And you certainly don't need to be feeling calm, creative or particularly festive when you arrive! Winter Pause is for women who would love a day to reconnect, share some laughter and enjoy being looked after for a change. Come with your mum, sister, a friend or simply yourself. You'll leave with your own beautiful festive creation, and hopefully a little more space, lightness and joy to carry into the Christmas season. Because you deserve to enjoy the magic of Christmas, not just create it for everyone else. Visit: https://www.thezenacademy.co.uk/winter-pause-christmas-wellbeing-cotswolds/ Hosted by The Zen Academy Thoughtfully curated experiences for women to reconnect with themselves and each other. What women say about The Zen Academy Events: “I attended my first Flourish Day Retreat with no expectations and simply feeling happy to be taking time out of my busy schedule. Joanne created a safe and nurturing space for each one of us, tending to our individual needs with sensitivity and authenticity. A space for whatever is needed — self-reflection, healing, soothing the soul or simply finding your way back to yourself. I left feeling grounded, with a sense of peace and ease.” “I’ve just attended Jo’s Flourish retreat in Broadway. From start to finish it was a rollercoaster of emotions and insight, held in a comfortably safe space. Beautiful meditations, an incredible sound bath, laughter and healing tears. I highly recommend anyone who is feeling a little lost with themselves to put yourself in Jo’s healing hands. I’ve slept every night calm and centred since.” “Absolutely wonderful retreat, I came away feeling so much better. Joanne has such a calm reassuring nature, such a relaxing safe space to be. It’s set the start of my year off wonderfully. I’ll definitely do another one!” YOUR HOST MEET JOANNE I’m Joanne Turner, founder of The Zen Academy and creator of FLOURISH and RESET women’s retreats. I believe the quality of a woman’s life is shaped by the quality of the relationship she has with herself. Sometimes that means reflection and inner work. And sometimes it means giving ourselves permission to have fun, try something new, connect with others and enjoy life’s simple pleasures. That’s exactly what inspired Winter Pause. I’ll guide our morning wellbeing experiences, alongside our professional florist for the afternoon workshop. Booking information: Guest cancellations are subject to the booking terms published on The Zen Academy website. If The Zen Academy cancels the event, all event payments, including deposits, will be refunded in full.