Just Chilling !.

Read a book in the shade of a tree, walk in the grounds, take a drink at sundown on the "Zen Shelf", lounge in the mediterranean courtyard, paddling and swimming or just chilling with the view and and some cool jazz on the deck ... why do more?

In the winter warm underfloor heating and roaring log fires make it a great place to read, listen to your favorite music or watch classic DVDs

Yoga with leading teacher Paul Khosla.

Paul's style of Yoga has developed over nearly thirty years of practice through study both in India and the UK. Paul has developed a safe and theraputic style which allows you to begin to feel both freer and healthier in your body by opening and releasing postures without overstraining or forcing. Classes combine soft "yin" ways of holding postures with a more dynamic or "yang" flowing style to strengthen and increase flexibility of muscle and to tone the cardio-vascular system Relaxation breathing and meditation techniques are used to reduce chronic stress through yoga

Tai Chi with the Devon School of Tai Chi

Where there is harmony there is no need for conflict - Tai Chi is an internal Martial art that builds relaxation and freedom from stress.

The school's approach is to teach Tai Chi and Chi Kung for health, healing and understanding of the underlying internal principles.

All lessons can be conducted inside or on the deck outside the pool. All levels and styles are catered for from complete beginers to experienced practioners

Beauty and Massage.

we can offer a whole range of beauty treatments and massage by both male and female masseures

Louise can offer western massage and a whole range of facial and holistic treatments. Savour the relaxation of a hot mud pack, spa treatments and manicure/pedicure. Louise has worked all around the world since qualifying and has extensive experience in a wide range of treatments

Paul has experience in blending many types of masssage - Chinese, Swedish, holitistic - to exactly match your needs.

A graduate of The London School of Oriental Medicine, as well as a qualified practioner of western massage, Paul can deliver the appropriate blend of deep tisue, Myofascial Release, Joint mobilisation and Acupressure to suit all requirements

All treatments are carried out in a private treatment room with wonderful river views and a calm and relaxing atmosphere

Bushcraft & Nature walks

Bushcraft - The fascinating art and science of living from the land These are hands-on, practical skills sessions to develop skills and experience.

Firecraft - challenge yourself with the skills of lighting wild fire using the minimum of man-made materials. Fire-by-friction also taught!
Wild Walks - food and resources - a highly informative and educational walk on the uses of plants and trees for food, medicines, tools and artefacts. Includes the tasting & cooking of whatever is in season!
Woodcraft - learn how to use fixed blade sheath knives and folding saw to make life in the outdoors much more comfortable

Nature walks guided walks to introduce the natural world around Lamper Head. Species and habitats, tracks and signs are covered in a highly informative fieldcraft session to get you closer to wildlife.

Earthwalk a dynamic and refreshing activity-walk that focuses on the wonder of the natural world through our senses. Highly informative, entertaining and educational, it's ideal for children/families.

Nightwalk a guided walk that blends naturalist activity with educationalgames and storytelling. A dramatic encounter with the nocturnal world, full of wildlife, surprises and a pinch of magic!

Storytelling traditional tales told by a professional storyteller - customized to suit a theme, eg. 'Tales from the Darkside'! Potent, spellbinding and hugely enjoyable for adults, (and children too!)storytelling sessions are a perfect complementary entertainment - outdoors around a fire, or indoors in the candlelight!

Sailing on the Dart.

The Dart is a uniquely involving place to sail. Navigable (at the right state of tide) from the mouth up to Totnes it is a fabulous place to explore or learn.

Bring your own boat

Launching and storage facilities available at Blackness Marine .... Just 100 yards down the road

Sailing lessons

(and boat and yacht charter) are available. Please contact us with your exact requirements

Canoeing exhibitions