Sense and Sensuality
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Developed as a concept for couples, the S&S Explore retreat reveals the importance and power of the senses in intimacy and communication.
Guided by a series of sensuality experts, guests will be pampered, informed and advised on the finer and more fun aspects of sensuality and relationships.
The retreat is located on a 22-acre wooded estate situated in the Blackdown Hills of Somerset. The stone country manor and attached guesthouse can sleep 24 in total. The grounds also have a natural pond, island gazebo, fishing lake and apple orchard.
You and your partner will be introduced to the experts who will be guiding you through the weekend; transportation will be available for those couples arriving via train and there is also ample parking on the premises for those driving.
You and your partner will be introduced to the experts who will be guiding you through the weekend; transportation will be available for those couples arriving via train and there is also ample parking on the premises for those driving.
Saturday begins with a casual breakfast in the main house followed by a 3-hour introduction and exploration of the world of aromatherapy. Renowned aromatherapist Michelle Roques-O’Neil will walk you through the properties, uses and blending techniques of essential oils, helping couples understand the enormously important role scent can play in nurturing intimate relations. You will all get to sample various blends and learn how to find the best blend for your lifestyle. For more on Michelle, visit our S&S Explore Series in the Salon.
After a break and easing into the afternoon, cooking instructor Jennifer Klinec with take you into the kitchen for a delicious 3-hour cooking session. You and your partner will learn how to prepare a variety of sensual dishes together, covering everything from food texture, to taste to sharing. Everyone will leave this session with a binder of recipes to repeat your new learnings at home. For more on Jennifer, visit our S&S Explore Series in the Salon.
Once the lunchtime cooking session is over, you will be given an extended break to absorb the information you have received, discuss the sessions with your partner and answer any mobile phone calls you missed during the morning!
The early evening on Saturday begins with a 3-hour introduction to the world of tantra, celebrating the senses through the pleasures of the body. Robert Osborn is a tantra teacher who trained under guru John Hawken and will walk you through a series of exercises focusing on the body’s energy. Exercises will help you understand the power of breathing, energy flow (including the chakras), and sensual communication. For more on Robert visit our S&S Explore Series in the Salon.
The rest of the evening on Saturday will be spent enjoying an amazing dinner in the main dining hall followed by cocktails and an informal discussion around what people have learnt from the day.
When you retire to your room in the evening, you’ll find a collection of S&S tools of seduction to continue the sensual conversation with your partner. The tools include a surprise representing each of the three main sessions you had during the day: smell, taste and touch. For a hint at the kinds of things these may be, visit our Boutique.
Sunday morning begins early with a breathing and relaxation session that will teach you how to ease back into the bustle of everyday life, hopefully with a calmer and more sensual outlook on things. Robert Osborn will again lead this session for a couple of hours in the morning followed by an indulgent brunch ending by mid-day. You will be able to take your time leaving on Sunday and may even choose to explore the estate’s grounds or organise afternoon activities such as horse riding, clay pigeon shooting or shopping at the local markets. Once ready to depart, a shuttle will take those couples catching trains anytime in the afternoon.
Friday, April 20 to Sunday, April 22, 2007
Widcombe Grange, Taunton, Somerset