Step into the Pause Retreat, a luxurious haven of calm, brand new for 2026.
Curated by Danielle North - Pause Global
Bookings will open March 30th
Step into the Pause Retreat, a luxurious haven of calm, brand new for 2026.
Exhale as you walk through the trees, pass beneath a stone arch and enter the lower walled garden where an oasis of stillness awaits you. Here, you are warmly welcomed by the Pause Retreat team, guided by Danielle North, founder and author of Pause.
At the Pause Retreat everything is provided for you so, so come as you are. Slip off your shoes, switch off your smartphone, and sink into thick, plush mats, as you cocoon yourself in soft blankets and breathe in the soothing aromas of essential oils.
Join intimate tea ceremonies and guided sound journeys designed to release tension, open the heart and harmonise the mind. As candlelight flickers, soft gongs resonate and in this intimate setting with small groups of twelve, every guest feels fully held, safe and able to sink deeply into the Pause experience.
Step back and pause then return to the festival feeling renewed, grounded and glowing from within.
Pause and find your feel good.
You may wish to bring your own water bottle. Please arrive a few minutes early
You may wish to bring your own water bottle. Please arrive a few minutes early and wear comfortable clothing suitable for sitting and laying down on the floor.
Suitable for over 16’s only.
The Workshops at The Pause Retreat
Max 12 People in each session
Heart Alchemy: Rose Quartz and Sacred Sound – 60 mins - £75
Friday 1.45pm & Saturday 3.15pm
A heart-centred guided sound journey beginning with Love tea and the high vibration of rose oil to gently open the heart space. Rest with a rose quartz crystal on your heart centre as the Venus Gong and Theta Love ocean drum guide you into deep relaxation, inviting love, compassion and self-connection to arise effortlessly.
Take your crystal home as a keepsake and draw an oracle card to guide your reflection and intention beyond the ceremony.
With Danielle North
Release and Renew: Manifestation Sound Journey – 45 mins - £60
Friday 3.15pm & Saturday 4.45pm
What are you ready to release so that you can move forwards? This guided manifestation sound journey begins with intention setting, creating clarity around what you are letting go of and what you are calling in.
Supported by the resonant tones of Himalayan bowls and gongs, you will be guided into a deeply restorative state where old patterns soften, and expanded energy supports the natural unfolding of your intentions.
with Craig Rogerson
Frequency and Flow: Chakra Alignment Sound Journey - 60 mins - £75
Friday 4.45pm & Sunday 3.15pm
Immerse yourself in a beautiful, guided Chakra meditation where vivid colours and the healing tones of crystal bowls release tension and clear the Chakras.
As you relax, the ancient sounds of sacred mantras guide your energy to flow freely, allowing mind and body to harmonise and leaving you in a natural state of calm, balance and inner flow.
With Danielle North
Cosmic Blue Lotus Sound Journey - 75 mins - £90
Friday and Sunday 6pm
This unique journey begins with a cup of Blue Lotus tea and the relaxing aroma of the high-vibrational oil, as gentle gongs guide you into a grounded state of presence before lifting you into higher realms of healing and transformation.
As you lose track of time, the journey progresses and your earthly worries melt away as you travel with shimmering flumies and Earth-frequency gongs through a cosmic soundscape.
Drifting through dreamlike expanses, visions guide you as you receive insights, wisdom and healing before returning gently to the present on the soft, grounding tones of the Handpan - leaving mind, body and spirit feeling expanded and harmonised.
With Danielle North and Craig Rogerson
Cha Dao Tea and Meditation Ceremony – 60 mins - £75
Saturday 8am
Step into a silent, sensory-led ritual using the ancient practice of Cha Dao, where tea becomes a pathway to presence. Time slows and gratitude expands as you settle into the here and now savouring three carefully prepared bowls of ceremonial tea.
Guided meditation and waves of ancient gong vibrations gently unwind tension, still the mind, and carry you into deep rest, helping you rediscover the beauty of a simple,peaceful moment - a profoundly immersive experience.
With Danielle North
Radical Shift Drumming Journey – 60 mins - £75
Saturday and Sunday 1.45pm
Bathe in the primal beat of drums and other resonant instruments, as rhythmic beats awaken confidence and a sense of boundless possibility.
Infused with the uplifting and invigorating aromas of Wild Orange and Eucalyptus essential oils, this guided journey invites you to shift, expand and dream bigger. Feel energy rise and your imagination ignite as you move through a deeply embodied experience of rhythm, presence and transformation.
With Craig Rogerson
Sunday Service - Tea & Sound Ceremony – 60 mins - £75
Sunday 8am
Step into a silent, medativive ceremony inspired by the ancient practice of Cha Dao, where tea becomes a sacred pathway to presence. Time slows as you are guided through three carefully prepared bowls of ceremonial tea, each sip marking a transition into deeper awareness, gratitude, and stillness. Waves of ancient gong vibrations follow tea and guided meditation, gently unwinding tension and stilling the mind.
Together, sound and ceremony carry you into deep rest, offering a shared moment of reflection, reverence, and the quiet beauty of simply being.
With Danielle North
Sunday Soul Restore Sound Journey - 45 mins - £60
Sunday 4.45pm
This is your invitation to slow down and tend to the soul.
This 45-minute sound journey offers a deep pause to restore your inner reserves and return to yourself.
Settle back and receive the nourishing tones of Himalayan bowls and gongs, gently calming the nervous system and replenishing your energy. A space for rest, reflection and integration, this session supports soulful renewal, leaving you ready to carry the festival feeling forward.
With Craig Rogerson
Large Group Classes in The Soul Space
Cacao and Crystal Bowl Ceremony – 90 mins - £40
Saturday 10.30am
Immerse yourself in a sacred 90-minute journey, where ceremonial grade cacao and the healing tones of crystal bowls create a space for deep heart opening.
As the cacao nurtures and softens, immersive sound healing with the gong gently dissolves resistance, encouraging compassion, self-love and connection.
This ceremony invites you to slow down, sink into the present moment, and let sound vibrations guide your energy, awakening deeper empathy and a renewed sense of harmony within yourself and with others.
with Danielle North & Craig Rogerson
Cacao and Shamanic Sound Journey – 90 mins - £40
Sunday 10am
Step into a transformative 90-minute cacao and shamanic sound journey, weaving the ceremonial qualities of cacao with powerful, rhythmic soundscapes.
Shamanic drums and other instruments create a soundscape that guides you into expanded awareness, helping release energetic blockages while cacao opens he heart and lifts the spirit.
This immersive session enables deep reflection, intuitive insight and energetic realignment, leaving you feeling grounded, nourished and more attuned to your inner wisdom.
A soulful experience for self-discovery and renewal.
with Danielle North & Craig Rogerson
Cacao and Gong Bath Ceremony - 90 mins - £40
Monday 10.00am
Enjoy a 90-minute immersion in a cacao and gong bath ceremony designed to restore and harmonise.
The ceremonial grade cacao softens the heart while the deep, resonant vibrations of gongs wash over you,releasing tension and lifting energy.
This journey offers gentle introspection, emotional clarity and a profound sense of presence, leaving you replenished and reconnected to yourself.
A sacred pause for rejuvenation and soulful renewal in the heart of the Soul Space.
with Danielle North & Craig Rogerson
Facilitators
Danielle North
Danielle North, a six-time published author with over 100,000 books sold worldwide, is a qualified Sound Healer with the Voice, Gong Practitioner and Gong Tutor with the UK College of Sound Healing. She is the founder of Pause Global and has spent over 20 years coaching business leaders and running spiritual retreats around the world. Blending sound, stillness and rituals she facilitates from a forgotten realm; one where communication flows through ancient tones and the power that lies beyond words.
https://pauseglobal.com
danielle@pauseglobal.com
Craig Rogerson
Craig Rogerson is a contemporary percussionist, handpan player, and sound therapy practitioner exploring the meeting point of rhythm, resonance, and deep listening. Drawing on a lifetime of sound and rhythm, his immersive performances and sound meditations cultivate presence, connection, and rest. Alongside his musical practice, Craig is the founder of Soundworks, hosting immersive sound therapy sessions nationwide using handpans, drums, gongs, and singing bowls. Rooted in lived experience, Craig creates spaces where sound becomes a pathway to grounding, clarity, and connection.
Sound healing
Sound healing is safe and beneficial for most people. If you are in the first trimester of pregnancy, have Epilepsy, are in the final stages of cancer, have severe mental illness or a pacemaker please contact danielle@pauseglobal.com before you book. If you have ear and balance problems such as Ménière’s disease you may be more sensitive to sound variations – please discuss with your doctor before booking. If you have a freshly broken bone or fracture, werecommend not being in the sound space at this time whilst the bones set.
About Cacao
From Danielle
Ceremonial cacao opens the heart, uplifts the spirit, and supports creativity, clarity and connection. Rich in antioxidants and theobromine, it gently stimulates mind and body while encouraging presence and introspection. We use Ceremonial Grade Cacao, carefully sourced from Guatemala, it is minimally processed, low in caffeine, and high in active compounds for personal and spiritual growth.
Safety notes: Cacao contains MAOIs, which may interact with antidepressants or antipsychotics, check with your doctor if you are on higher doses. It can slightly raise heart rate and blood flow and may amplify other substances.
Pregnant or breastfeeding? A smaller serving or a non-Cacao alternative can be offered so you can fully enjoy the experience. If any of these Cacao contraindications apply to you, please email me at danielle@pauseglobal.com at least 7 days before the event.
Allergens: We mix the cacao with gluten free oat milk and agave syrup. A botanical is added which includes Schisandra Berry, Rose Petals, Vegetable Glycerine and Cane Alcohol. We also add the aromatic spice cinnamon. Our mix is vegan.
