Bala Awakens

A programme of short mid-week courses, residential and fully catered with vegetarian food, hosted by The Spanda Trust and open to all. 

Bala Awakens to the Art of Wild Weaving

February 2, 2024 at 2:00 pm - February 4, 2024 at 4:00 pm

With Emma Capper. Tune in to your body wisdom through the practice of forest bathing as we meet the plants of this beautiful place and learn how to process and weave foraged fibres into unique and useful vessels. 

Bala Awakens to Earth’s Colours

July 12, 2024 at 2:00 pm - July 14, 2024 at 4:00 pm

Explore earth pigments, botanical inks, and mindful painting on this peaceful retreat into nature with Susannah Crook 

We value the feedback we receive

“I found Bala Brook was a truly magical experience. The accommodation and food were first class. I will certainly be back”

“I found Bala Brook was a truly magical experience. The accommodation and food were first class. I will certainly be back”

“The combination of this beautiful place and the care and love.. works its magic”

“Bala Brook is inviting, rejuvenating and peaceful”

“Deeply nurturing, a creative loving facilitator, delicious food”

“Beautiful grounding experience”