Silent Meditation Retreats in Leicester
Falling In Love With Presence
Here at Mindfulness Unleashed we run five and seven day meditation retreats in the UK, Italy and Spain
The residential mindfulness retreats in the UK take place at the stunningly beautiful Nanpantan Hall, in rural Leicestershire. The venue is nestled in the heart of ancient Charnwood Forest. They are suitable for you if you want to experience deeper meditation away from your normal every day life. You will be guided by international author Suryacitta, one of the most experienced teachers in the UK
These long meditation retreats Suryacitta and Gaynor lead are also suitable for teachers of mindfulness to both deepen their practice and their teaching skills.
If you need to discuss anything at all contact Gaynor on gaynor@mindfulnesscic.co.uk

Silent Meditation Retreat
Falling In Love With Presence
Date: 1st - 5th September 2025
Monday to Friday
This meditation retreat is led by five-time author and teacher Suryacitta and supported by Gaynor Quilter mindful and somatic coach.
Prices:
Single En-Suite are
FULLY BOOKED
Very Large single or shared with a friend - with Shared Bathroom
£725
Smaller Single - with Shared Bathroom
£650
Why not join us with your partner or a friend and share a large room with shared bathroom
Contact Gaynor for more details
Silent Meditation Retreats 2025
For the September 2025 retreat if you wish share with a partner or friend please get in touch with us. This will also help you to cut the cost.
Price includes all vegetarian meals - 4 lunches, 4 evening meals, 4 breakfasts, fruit, snacks and cake. All bedding and towels included.
Our long meditation retreats are led by author and teacher Suryacitta and supported by Gaynor Quilter.
Arrival at the venue is between 10:30 - 11:00am and ends on Friday at 12:00 noon.
If you travelling from afar and need to arrive later this is ok of course.

Mindfulness Retreats Leicester - What people say
"I feel the benefits of the retreat every day. The concentrated practice boosts my awareness, I would like one a month, ha ha! I can see why people attend longer retreats, the difference with practice and general living is quite pronounced."
Penny
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Information about the meditation retreat
This mindfulness retreat is held in the stunningly beautiful Nanpantan Hall, nestled in the heart of Charnwood forest, Leicestershire.
This silent retreat is open to all who are familiar with mindfulness and wishing to practice and work with a teacher with over 30 years experience.
It is also suitable for teachers of mindfulness who wish to explore the subtleties of mindfulness for themselves.
Nanpantan Hall has a range of en-suite single rooms and large rooms, many with stunning views, with shared bathrooms.
There will be 4 days/nights of complete silence which meets the UK practice guidelines and to aid calm and reflection. There will ample free time to relax and enjoy the stunning grounds and countryside.
It is best to have some experience of meditation for these retreats, if you are not sure, please get in touch with us (details below).
If you are interested and need more info or you wish to book please contact Gaynor on 07837866619 or gaynor@mindfulnesscic.co.uk
There will be teaching from Suryacitta and Gaynor on themes such as:
The Power of Presence
How to Get out of Your Head and into the Present
Working with Difficulties
How to find meaning in life
Opening to your Natural Goodness - sinking into presence
The story of Kisa Gotami - reflections on life and death
Who are you...really?
How to develop self-compassion
There will be guidance on a variety of guided meditations including:
Mindfulness of breathing
Body Scan
Choiceless Awareness
Compassion
Who am I
Looking at the nature of thoughts
Taking off your masks
There will be time for discussion and the option of One to One time with Suryacitta and Gaynor to discuss your practice.
A few photos of Nanpantan Hall and the rooms.

How the birds see it

Just lovely

Example of the single en-suite room

Example of smaller single room with shared bathroom
Silent Meditation Retreats Leicester
"Brilliant as always, I had lots of questions and they were all answered without me even asking! I always fail at ease and welcome on your retreats and feel a better going home and for that I will always be grateful". Barrie
"There has been a beautiful atmosphere conducive to spiritual exploration, both inner and outside in the gorgeous gardens and local woods. I felt very spoilt." Tullie
"The simplicity of the teaching. So many are making it so complicated. It is simple and there is profound freedom in letting go of striving and just simply sitting with what is. It’s been wonderfully helpful these past three years to be able to stop and remind myself to let life be as it is." Susan.
"I loved the structure and sticking to the times. I knew exactly when and where I needed to be. The flexibility also, no rigid rules to adhere to, just respecting our our autonomy and ability to be grown-ups. Loved it." Amanda.
"I love the teachings, simple and effective and thought-provoking. The food was beautiful thank you Gaynor for lovingly preparing,knowing what we needed and serving such delicious food." Carolina.
"What fun chores have become! It’s amazing what I’ve discovered about myself doing these little jobs in silence! "Sharon
"As always Surya teaching is a perfectly placed filled with wisdom, clarity and humour. The retreat was brilliant, the team allowing the space for people to meet themselves with love, honesty and openness. I was able to spend time deepening my practice in a supportive environment with kindred souls." Sarah
"I started the retreat looking into pool A soaking up the rich natural surroundings, and found the space to work at a much deeper level withtpool B." Anne
"I’ve come to the retreat in a bit of a confused state amidst a lot of upheaval happening in my life. I’m still in the same state but I feel a lot of softness, openness and acceptance of how things are. This is what I want to work on. I thought the group was wonderful, the teaching insightful and spot-on to where I needed to go. The retreat was beautifully put together. The rooms, the food, all very thoughtful and caring." Thank you
"Last year I commented that I’d found more questions and answers and I worked on some of the more important ones over the year. This year I simply found the stillness and the sitting very beneficial and powerful. As a result I now view the questions as simply heightened curiosity and issues make more sence from this perspective and from a puzzled “must work this out“ perspective. I’ve rediscovered that keeping my meditation more simple is more effective than if I overcomplicate it. So thanks a million for another stimulating and transformative week." Peter
"I found the simplicity of practice we experienced helped me to stay balanced through the following weeks." Kirsty
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