Held Within Retreats

Welcome to Held Within

A sanctuary for mothers and children to reconnect with themselves, each other, and their village.

At Held Within, we create spaces where women are truly seen, heard, and supported.

A space to slow down, soften, and reconnect with yourself, while deepening your connection with yourself, your child, and a community of like-minded women - because motherhood was never meant to be done alone.

Upcoming Retreats

Mother & Child Retreat

28th August - 2nd September 2026

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Space for You

While your children play, explore, and create -

You are invited to slow down, reconnect, and receive.

You will:

  • Reconnect with yourself

  • Build meaningful connections with other women

  • Experience rest, nourishment, and support

  • Enjoy an exclusive retreat with just five mothers and their children, creating a deeply personal experience where every woman feels seen, supported, and genuinely held.

  • Enjoy women's circles, yoga, and dedicated time for reflection, you'll be gently guided back to yourself beneath the responsibilities and demands of everyday life.

Giving you the space to return to your child with greater presence, appreciation, and connection.

A chance to remember yourself, while creating memories you'll cherish with your child.

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Freedom for Your Children

While you connect, your children are free to explore, express and create.

They will:

  • Connect with nature

  • Build confidence through play

  • Experience joy, freedom, and creativity

Our qualified, experienced practitioners thoughtfully hold this space adapting activities and the environment to meet each child’s individual needs, ensuring they feel safe, supported, and free to express themselves.

Giving you the space to return to them with deeper presence and appreciation.

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Nourishment in Every Way

From yoga and women's circles to nourishing meals and beautiful surroundings, every detail is designed to support you.

This is your time to receive.


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Our Home - Tenerife

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Held Within takes place on the beautiful Canarian island of Tenerife, a place that holds a special place in both Kayleigh and Ellie's hearts.

With its warm climate, beautiful beaches, breathtaking mountain landscapes, and spectacular sunsets over the Atlantic Ocean, Tenerife offers the perfect setting to slow down, reconnect with nature, and embrace a gentler pace of life.

For us, Tenerife has always been a place of freedom, connection, and possibility - where children can spend their days outdoors and families can reconnect with what truly matters.

As part of the retreat experience, we'll also spend time exploring some of the island's natural beauty together. These shared experiences are designed to create meaningful memories while connecting with nature, each other, and the slower rhythm of island life.

We feel incredibly honoured to share this special island with you and hope you leave with beautiful memories and a little piece of Tenerife in your heart.

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