In need of a restorative weekend away?

Come to a well-being retreat for parents/carers of children with MPS or related lysosomal diseases.

• Enjoy a chance to unwind with time just for you
• Learn simple techniques for life’s ups and downs
• Experience the benefits of mindfulness
• Free time for country walks, chats, spa treatments, swimming
• Stay in a hotel with lovely rural setting
• Meet other parents and carers

Weekend timetable

Friday 9 June

18.30 Welcome drinks and introductions

19.00 Supper

Saturday 10 June

8.00-8.30 Optional mindful movement/gentle stretching practice for early risers

8.30-10.00 Breakfast

10.00 Introduction to mindfulness

11.15 Coffee

11.30-12.45 Putting mindfulness into practice

13.00 Lunch

14.00 Free time for your own activity. Options include swimming, country walking, resting, Cheltenham is a short drive for those who would like to visit. Spa treatments are available to book via the hotel at your own cost  but please wait for confirmation from MPS Society before booking.

19.00 Supper

Sunday 11 June

8.00-8.30 Optional mindful movement/gentle stretching practice for early risers

8.30-10.00 Breakfast

10.00 Techniques for dealing with stress

11.00 Coffee

11.20-12.00 Self-Compassion for carers

12.15 Lunch and home

Places are limited so if you would like to join us for this weekend please complete the booking form by 5 May.

There is a maximum of two adults sharing and no additional charge for single room occupancy. This opportunity is open to parent(s) or carer(s) of a member of the MPS Society UK.

We are asking for a minimum contribution of £100 per person. This includes two nights’ accommodation, meals from Friday evening to Sunday lunchtime, mindfulness sessions and access to leisure facilities (excluding treatments). If you would like to make an additional voluntary contribution towards the cost of your weekend this would be most appreciated. Any voluntary contribution will be eligible for Gift Aid.

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