Taste of Heaven

Designed to profoundly relax, restore and uplift your mind, body and soul, this two-hour experience is a luxurious and ancient approach to health and wellness that was once the exclusive domain of the Kings, Queens and High Priests of the Vedic society.

With our unique unison approach, you have the full attention of two therapists working in harmony. This tandem effect is deeply relaxing and soothing, leaving you profoundly rested and radiantly refreshed, cleansed and purified.

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Ayurveda Retreat Weekend
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At Anahata Veda, we deliver traditional Ayurvedic Bodywork within the tranquil setting of Marcassie Farm.

Your 2-hour treatment will start with an Abhyanga massage, followed by your choice of Shirodhara or Swedana, and end with hot towelling.

Abhyanga

(abby-anga) means “loving hands”. This incredibly relaxing oil massage uses a different type and sequence of strokes than is common in Western approaches. Gentle and soothing, our tandem approach uses two therapists working in perfect unison to connect and balance the Marma points (energy centres) of your body and mind, leaving you feeling profoundly relaxed and calm. At the end of the massage, a heart bowl is placed and sounded on the heart chakra for the body to connect deeply with the vibration and frequency.

Shirodhara

(shiro-dara) means “head, steady stream like a thread”. A steady flow of rose-infused water bathes your forehead, focusing on the Marma points. It is relaxing and soothing for your mind, giving you the blissful, transcendent experience of the state of deep meditation. At the end of the Shirodhara, a crown bowl is sounded on the crown chakra.

Swedana

Is a herbalised steam cocoon. Softening, soothing and relaxing, this procedure also enhances the natural elimination processes of the body. Delivered in a steam tent that covers the body, the head is left clear to be cooled with coconut oil. Cleansing, toning and tightening, a Swedana leaves the skin feeling fresh and silky smooth. It also increases circulation, promoting detoxification and weight loss.

Hot towelling

After a rest to integrate your experience, we will return and cleanse you with the luxurious full-body hot towel treatment, leaving you feeling deeply cleansed and refreshed.

Treat your body, mind and soul to a truly restorative experience

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After your treatment we encourage you to relax and enjoy our beautiful surroundings. A gentle stroll, or just sitting and absorbing the natural beauty of Marcassie are the perfect combination for you to truly reset before you re-enter the activity of life. We strongly recommend that you do not drive for at least 1 hour after your treatment experience.

  • I visited Anahata Veda for Abhyanga massage followed by Shirodhara. The space was warm and welcoming & I was talked through the process and movement beforehand which really helped me relax & feel comfortable. Abhyanga is a wonderful relaxing experience. Very decadent with the warm herbal-infused oil and gentle but confident massage. I wasn’t sure what to expect being worked on by 2 people at the same time but they have a synchronistic flow that makes you almost forget that it’s two people, you just feel very ‘in balance’. Shirodhara is amazing, the sensation is somehow relaxing and mildly stimulating. Very sensory & unique experience; the sound of running water, your oil wrapped warm body in soft towels and this cool cleansing moving water on top of your forehead. The overall experience left me feeling very nurtured and taken care of. Nothing felt rushed and I was able to notice an improvement in my circulation immediately. I could feel a lot of heat and energy moving around also suggesting improved lymphatic function. Highly recommend it if you're wanting to really nourish your body with something decadent and nurturing.

    —Jess

  • "Everything about this massage is done with so much care! The warm oil, gentle massage and hot towelling makes for an extremely relaxing and luxurious experience. Highly recommended!"

    —Ailsa

  • “What a softening and enlivening experience all at once. I felt so relaxed and truly held. The massage was deeply enveloping and calming. At times I felt waves of pleasure, with visuals of unfolding and sinking. The sensitivity and gentle nature of the massage left me feeling very rested, while the pulsing rhythm of the strokes felt quietly invigorating. Being wrapped up after the warm oil massage was incredibly comforting. The cabin itself is so cosy and thoughtfully created, with a womb-like feeling while still offering views of the wispy trees outside, which helped me feel beautifully connected to nature.”

    —Charlie

  • “Such a beautiful, gentle and harmonized massage. The tandem approach works beautifully and lightly with great effect. The massage room is a lovely, caring space”

    — Suzanne

Health Benefits

  • Increases circulation.

  • Improves muscle tone.

  • Decreases stress and anxiety.

  • Improves skin health.

  • Improves sleep.

  • Aids in the elimination of toxins from the body.

  • Eases depression.

  • Increases mental alertness.

  • Strengthens immune system.

  • Lubricates and promotes flexibility of the muscle, tissues and joints.

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Please be advised that because of the full-body nature of the treatments, male therapists will treat men and female therapists will treat women.

You cannot receive treatment if the following applies:

  • Chemotherapy within the last 6 months.

  • General anaesthetic within the last 6 months.

  • Thrombosis, whether it is postoperative or on anticoagulants. 

  • Shirodhara cannot be given to people who are epileptic as it can trigger an attack.

Note for ladies:

Our therapies cannot be administered during the first day of your menstrual cycle.

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Make a special and unique gift of a Taste of Heaven session or weekend retreat.

How it works: email info@anahataveda.co.uk. You will be guided through making a payment for the treatment you wish to gift.

A voucher will be posted for you to give to that special someone.

The recipient of the gift voucher emails info@anahataveda.co.uk to book their chosen day and time.

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