Because your wellbeing matters most

NEW FOR 2026

We’re delighted to be bringing a mobile sauna to the forest this year! Sit back, relax and enjoy our outdoor spa experience.

12 Step Yoga is a holistic model designed to address the physical, mental and spiritual disease of addiction.

NEW FOR 2026

We’re bringing the Wim Hof method to Essex Recovery Festival! Cold exposure therapy involves short, deliberate exposure to cold to reduce inflammation, speed muscle recovery, boost mood and improve circulation.

Harness the power of your breath. This rhythmic practice blends music and guided breathing to boost clarity, reduce stress, and elevate your mood.

Chakradance as a well-being movement practice. A dynamic moving meditation, to heal and re-tune your whole energy system.

Meditation is not mystical – it's simply a way for us to stop for a moment and be calm.

Slow down and immerse yourself in nature - breathe deeply, awaken your senses, and feel the calming power of the woodland around you.

Kirtan is a devotional practice of singing and chanting, accompanied by instruments like harmonium and drums. Kirtan helps to cultivate a sense of inner peace, joy, and connection to the divine within.

Sound healing is an ancient wellness practice for healing, relaxation, and self-care.

Drumming is a primal activity, which connects us deeply to our inner selves, to each other, and to the world around us.

Open your heart and awaken your senses with this ancient ritual, using ceremonial-grade cacao to promote relaxation, connection, and inner clarity.

Led by Crystal, a Sober Coach, this woodland sound bath experience aims to truly immerse you into nature, with soothing sounds to promote healing and wellbeing.

Carla Hanks has spent years mastering various healing techniques, including sound therapy, chakra alignment, and meditative practices. Her approach to wellness is deeply intuitive, and she tailors each session to meet the unique needs of every individual or group. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or new to holistic healing, Carla’s calm, nurturing presence helps guide you on a journey to peace, balance, and self-awareness.

Laura Bentley is a Soma Breath Master, Aiya Star Sound channeller, intuitive space holder, and founder of the holistic lifestyle studio Dragonfly Wellness. Laura is passionate about holding inclusive spaces where people feel safe and surrounded by love in order for them to find their inner light and upgrade to the best version of themselves.

Cat Googe – AKA The Joy Queen – is passionate about helping people bring more JOY into their daily lives. Blending laughter yoga, reiki, and NLP, she’s created a powerful framework to help shift what feels stuck and boost energy. Cat leads transformational workshops, has appeared at events like Happy Place and Glastonbury, and also works 1:1 and in her membership, The Inner Joy Circle.

Barbara has been practising Pilates since 1993 after developing back trouble. The benefits of Pilates became clear to her very early on, and in 2013 she started training with leading Pilates teacher Michael King. Barbara is an empathetic teacher, believing in the value of good communication between student and teacher.

Sally has always felt at home in nature, drawn to its calming presence and deep sense of belonging. As a qualified Forest Therapy Practitioner, she helps others experience the profound benefits of connecting with the natural world. Through guided sessions in local woodlands and nature reserves, Sally supports her community in slowing down, tuning into their surroundings, and embracing nature’s ability to nourish the mind, body, and soul.

Lisa began her yoga journey at 29, using it as a tool for healing from PTSD and finding recovery through the 12-step program. With 20 years of experience, she is a certified yoga therapist specialising in addiction recovery, sound therapy, and 12-step yoga.

Sarah began practicing yoga in 2007 and completed her 200hr teacher training with Teach Yoga in 2012. She has since taught classes, workshops, and retreats worldwide, drawing inspiration from teachers like Heather Mason and Tommy Rosen. In 2020, she qualified as a Yoga Therapist with Real Yoga, a journey that deeply shaped her practice. Now working with ERF, Sarah remains committed to her spiritual growth and loves integrating yoga into all aspects of her life.

Originally from an opera and musical theatre background, Michelle embarked on an amazing journey of self-discovery through bhakti yoga and sound healing. She fell in love with the practices many years ago and hasn't looked back since. Michelle is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and versatile singer who loves to hold kirtan, sound healing, and ecstatic drum dance events. She has come full circle and is back singing in concerts and shows, as well as performing as a belly dancer.

As a Holistic Sober Coach and Retreat Leader, Crystal launched Sober Flow UK with a clear mission: to help others break free from toxic patterns and build a life they feel proud of. Crystal's unique approach encourages the importance of building healthy coping mechanisms, navigating cravings through nervous system regulation and building a structure that makes sobriety effortless—not a battle of willpower.

Delroy is the founder of Bad Boy Breathwork, bringing powerful, music-driven breathwork sessions shaped by his own extraordinary journey through addiction, prison, and transformation. Now a certified facilitator through Alchemy of Breath, Delroy creates high-energy, heart-opening spaces for healing—blending deep breathwork with bass-heavy soundtracks that speak to the soul. His sessions are raw, real, and open to all—especially those in recovery—reminding us that freedom often begins within.