Host and Creative Shaman

Hello, I'm Romy, the founder of The Art of Loving Kindness, and I’m truly honored to be your host for this wonderful weekend!

Embracing my multi-passionate and multi-dimensional nature, I find joy in guiding others to discover and cherish their unique magic.

Co Host and Celestial Channel

Hello, I'm Penny-maree from Reiki Sanctuary.

My life's mission is to gently support individuals as they uncover their hidden talents and gifts. I offer guidance through Reiki, light language, and the labyrinth, creating a safe space for self-discovery and healing.

Nourishment Guide

Simone is our nourishment guide, infusing every meal with love, creativity, and care.

With her gift for wholesome flavours and soulful cooking, she creates food that not only delights the senses but also nurtures body and spirit, leaving you feeling nourished, grounded, and held.

Healing Hands

Hi, I’m Katie, your qualified massage therapist from KMB Massage.

I am deeply passionate about supporting the body’s healing journey through authentic connection and nurturing care, empowering you to embrace wellness and rejuvenation!

Hair Artist and Style Alchemist

Larissa weaves grounded presence with a touch of magic, helping each goddess feel seen, radiant, and celebrated.

With her creative flair and intuitive eye, she transforms hair into a crown that reflects your inner beauty so you can step fully into your goddess expression.

Creative Design Muse

Gill brings a sprinkle of stardust and a whole lot of creativity to our Goddess Retreat.

With her passion for costumes, colour, and play, she helps each woman embody her inner goddess, guiding you to shine in your most magical expression.

Oracle Guide

Hayley holds space with warmth and intuition, offering card readings that illuminate the path of your soul.

With her gentle presence and insightful guidance, she helps you uncover clarity, inspiration, and new perspectives. Each reading is a doorway to deeper connection with yourself and the wisdom that surrounds you.

Mistress of Ceremonies

Joan is the heart that carries us through each moment of the retreat. With her warmth, humour, and grounded presence, she guides our circle with ease, weaving the flow of ceremonies, sessions, and celebrations.

As Mistress of Ceremonies, Joan ensures every goddess feels welcomed, connected, and part of the unfolding magic.

Photographer and Story Weaver

Tara has an intuitive eye for beauty and presence, capturing the moments between laughter, connection, and the sparkle of becoming.

Her photography is more than images; it’s a way of holding memories so you can return to the magic again and again. With Tara behind the lens, every goddess shines in her unique light.

Within this retreat, you are invited to craft and embody your very own goddess archetype.

Guided by our creative team, you’ll explore costumes, colours, and cosmic details that reflect your inner radiance. Whether you feel called to don a crown of flowers, shimmer in golden fabric, or veil yourself in starlight, your outfit becomes a sacred expression of your unique energy.

As we gather for our Goddess Celebration Night, each woman’s presence will weave together a living tapestry of divine expression, beauty, and play.

Every meal at the Goddess Within Retreat is created with love and intention by our nourishment guide, Simone. Using fresh, seasonal ingredients, she crafts wholesome dishes that delight the senses and bring comfort to the body.

Our shared meals are more than food, they are a time to gather, connect, and celebrate abundance together. From vibrant salads to warming soups, from nourishing grains to sweet, soul-filled treats, each plate is a reminder that eating can be both sacred and joyful.

Food becomes part of the ritual, a way of grounding, sharing, and honouring the goddess within.

At the heart of every retreat are our sacred circles, spaces where we gather as equals, share stories, and witness one another with compassion. A circle has no beginning and no end, reminding us that we are all connected and that each voice carries wisdom.

Within the circle, you are invited to speak from the heart, listen with presence, and rest in the support of community. These moments become a sanctuary of truth, laughter, tears, and transformation where every part of you is welcomed and celebrated.

The sacred circle is where we remember that we are never alone, but always part of something greater.

At the Goddess Within Retreat, every woman will be held in the gift of healing touch. You’ll be invited to choose one sacred treatment, either a full-body massage with Katie, or a hand or foot ritual guided with care by Romy or Penny Maree.

Your hands and feet carry you daily, while your body holds so much. Whichever path you choose, you’ll be met with warm oils, gentle presence, and intuitive touch.

These rituals are more than relaxation; they are sacred pauses that restore balance, ease, and flow, reminding you that every part of you is worthy of tenderness.

A simple yet profound act of goddess care, leaving you renewed, grounded, and glowing.

On our final evening together, we gather in full goddess expression. Each woman steps into her chosen archetype, adorned in crowns, veils, flowing fabrics, or elemental attire. Embodying the divine essence she has discovered within.

Supported by our professional circle, this is not about performance or perfection but playful reverence. You might arrive as a fiery queen, a moon priestess, a forest goddess, or something entirely your own.

Together we celebrate with music, laughter, and ritual. Each goddess will be witnessed, honoured, and photographed in her radiant glow, weaving a tapestry of beauty, courage, and joy.

This is an evening of transformation, remembrance, and celebration, during which you are invited to shine in your most magical expression.

The labyrinth is an ancient pathway of reflection, symbolising the journey inward and the return home to self. Unlike a maze, there are no wrong turns, only one winding path that gently leads you to the centre and back again.

As you walk, step by step, you are invited to release what no longer serves you, listen to the whispers of your inner wisdom, and open to new possibilities. The centre becomes a place of stillness and clarity, while the journey outward carries the gifts of renewal and insight.

Walking the labyrinth is both meditation and prayer in motion, a chance to connect with your own heart, the earth beneath your feet, and the greater mystery surrounding you.

At the Goddess Within Retreat, every woman will be held in the gift of healing touch. You’ll be invited to choose one sacred treatment, either a full-body massage with Katie, or a hand or foot ritual guided with care by Romy or Penny Maree.

Your hands and feet carry you daily, while your body holds so much. Whichever path you choose, you’ll be met with warm oils, gentle presence, and intuitive touch.

These rituals are more than relaxation; they are sacred pauses that restore balance, ease, and flow, reminding you that every part of you is worthy of tenderness.

A simple yet profound act of goddess care, leaving you renewed, grounded, and glowing.

Together we’ll explore the five main energy types and what they mean for you. This gentle introduction will help you understand your strengths, challenges, and the ways you are designed to make aligned decisions.

You’ll be invited to reflect on your design within our circle, noticing how your energy dances with others and how embracing your uniqueness allows your inner goddess to shine even brighter.

Human Design is not about changing who you are but remembering the truth of how you are already wired to move through the world.

Feel the rhythm of the drum echo through your body as we gather in circle to create music together. The heartbeat of the drum connects us to the earth, to each other, and to the ancient wisdom carried in sound.

No experience is needed, just an open heart and willing hands. As we drum, chant, and flow with the rhythm, we weave joy, release, and connection into every beat. The circle becomes alive with energy, a reminder that we are part of something greater, pulsing with life and spirit.

A sacred, playful, and powerful way to celebrate the goddess within.

Allow the pure tones of crystal singing bowls to wash over you, guiding you into deep rest and renewal. These sound journeys create a sacred space where vibration and intention meet, helping to release stagnant energy, calm the nervous system, and open pathways of inner clarity.

As the bowls resonate, their harmonic frequencies attune body, mind, and spirit, carrying you into states of peace and expansion. Each meditation is an invitation to let go, soften, and reconnect with the divine rhythm within.

Sip on the ancient flower of dreams, the Blue Lotus. Revered for thousands of years as a sacred plant of intuition, relaxation, and divine connection, this gentle tea invites you into a state of calm presence.

As the petals steep, their essence opens the heart, softens the mind, and awakens the spirit. Shared in circle, Blue Lotus Tea becomes more than a drink, it is a ritual of slowing down, receiving, and allowing the goddess within to rise.

A fragrant, soothing potion to deepen meditation, open creativity, and weave a thread of sacred ceremony through our time together.

Our retreat unfolds within the serene grounds of the historic Stroud Monastery, a place of beauty, stillness, and timeless charm. Nestled in nature, the monastery offers simple yet soulful accommodation, inviting you to slow down and sink into its nurturing embrace.

Each room is warm and comfortable, with space to rest, dream, and restore. Shared spaces carry the gentle hum of community, while quiet corners invite reflection and solitude.

The monastery grounds are alive with trees, gardens, and pathways, creating the perfect setting for our circles, rituals, and moments of pause.

During the retreat, you will have the opportunity to receive a personal oracle card reading with one of our intuitive goddesses.

In these one-on-one sessions, the cards serve as a mirror for your soul, offering clarity, guidance, and gentle reminders about the path ahead.

Each reading provides a sacred pause, an opportunity to ask your questions, open yourself to intuitive wisdom, and receive messages that support your journey. Whether you are seeking direction, reassurance, or a deeper connection with yourself, the cards will provide insights that are most needed for you in that moment.

Every goddess will receive a lovingly curated gift pack to support and celebrate your retreat journey. Each item has been chosen intentionally, weaving together beauty, creativity, and soul-nourishment.

Inside you’ll find a mix of sacred treasures, perhaps a crystal to anchor your energy, a handmade potion or candle infused with intention, oracle affirmations, and artful tokens from The Art of Loving Kindness.

These gifts are more than keepsakes , they are reminders of the magic you created, the circle you belonged to, and the goddess energy you awakened within.

(Gift pack pictured was from our Art & Wellness Retreat.)

Play can be just as sacred as ritual. During the retreat, we’ll share in intuitive games designed to spark laughter, connection, and trust in your inner knowing.

From oracle-inspired guessing to playful creative challenges, these moments invite you to explore intuition in surprising and joyful ways.

At the end of each game, prizes will be revealed, little surprises to delight and remind you of the magic that flows when you follow your intuition.

A reminder that intuition can be light, fun, and full of wonder.