Ananda in the Himalayas Brings Authentic Ayurveda to the Welsh Valleys

Images L-R: The Dreaming; Ananda in the Himalayas‍

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Experience the transformative power of ancient Indian wisdom without leaving the UK on this inaugural retreat. Experts from the globally-acclaimed wellness retreat, Ananda in the Himalayas, are travelling to the enchanting Celtic lands of Mid Wales for a brand new healing retreat, held in partnership with Charlotte Church, world-renowned singer and custodian of The Dreaming.
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Taking place from 5-9 May 2025, Dreams of Ananda offers a highly personalised and rejuvenating experience, including one-on-one consultations with world-leading practitioners in Ayurveda, yoga and meditation. The stellar cast includes Dr. Harilal, Ananda’s highly esteemed Ayurvedic Physician and Malati Mehrish, their Head of Yoga, who will work alongside Charlotte Church to restore guests’ mind, body, and spirit to a state of 'Ananda,' the Sanskrit word for Bliss. A co-created menu of nutritious Ayurvedic cuisine prepared by the Dreaming’s Head Chef complements the experience.
Retreat Highlights

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Ayurveda, a 5,000-year-old Indian tradition, forms the cornerstone of Ananda’s holistic approach to wellness. Through personalised consultations with Dr. Harilal, participants will gain invaluable knowledge of their unique "dosha" (body type) and discover an individualised plan empowering them to achieve optimal balance and wellbeing.
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Movement and meditation sessions led by Malati Mehrish will include Hatha Yoga (postures, breathwork, cleansing, and energy flow) and Raja Yoga (meditative practices), combined to harmonise body, mind, emotions and spirit.
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Using the transformative power of sound, Charlotte Church will soothe participants’ nervous systems and help to release stagnant energy and promote holistic wellbeing through creative self-expression workshops.
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All this, surrounded by nature. Ananda and The Dreaming are bound by their deep reverence for nature, understanding it as a place of interconnected healing and spiritual awakening. The retreat enables participants to unplug from the chaos of modern life and realign with the earth's grounding and healing rhythms.

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The Dreams of Ananda retreat includes:

• One-on-One Ayurvedic consultation with Dr. Harilal focusing on a personalised treatment plan, dietary recommendations, preventive health care, herbal medicine and detoxification as needed.
• Daily Yoga and meditation practices designed to nurture mind, body, and spirit.
• Ayurvedic meals and refreshments lovingly prepared by Zac, The Dreaming’s Head Chef, featuring a menu co-created with Ananda.
• Nature immersion and activities to explore the breathtaking Welsh landscape.
• Sound healing experiences to release blockages, enhance wellbeing and restore balance

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Prices start from £2,160pp including all meals and refreshments, based on two sharing. For more information and to book the "Dreams of Ananda" retreat, click here.