Yogandspice

22/04/2026

Happy Earth from our magical spot. Look out for for our woodland qi gong and meditation sessions coming soon

21/04/2026

A number of lovely people have asked about my regular classes recently so I thought I would post something about my online (Zoom) sessions. If you are wondering why I haven't mentioned these before I guess it's because the group has grown organically, and because this amazing 'community' has been with me since the distant days of lockdown.

I offer two classes, both in the early morning. We have found that it is the best way to make a regular commitment, before events get in the way of the intention.

Tuesday 7.30 a.m to 8.15 a.m is Kundalini Style.....movement, mantra, meditation and more.

Friday 7.30 a.m to 8.15 a.m is a Seasonal yoga flow, often incorporating elements of Qi Gong.

After each class I send out a recording via What's App. So there is no excuse for missing a session and plenty of opportunity to repeat the ones you loved.

It's a regular commitment and with the help of the lovely Gill Steel the sessions run all year round. AND if you are local and want to join me live you are very welcome.

The monthly investment is £35. I you would prefer to drop in occasionally you are welcome but the monthly commitment works with the principal that yoga is more than a weekly class - it's a way of life.

09/04/2026

I don't often get to film what we do in our Kundalini Yoga classes as we are so very much in the moment. And anyway so much of the practice defies description. This beach class with some of my favourite people was an exception. It was an experience that just had to be shared.

Come and join us on Sunday 19th April (in the woods on the edge of Whitby, not on the beach this time) to experience this transformative practice. We'll move, we''ll work with the breath, we'll use mudra (hand gestures) and mantra (chanting). There will be periods of still ness and you'll have a lot of fun too

06/04/2026

Just came across these pics of me with my lovely daughter, taken soon after we moved to this amazing place. Note the very different view out of the window. And if you haven't seen the new one, with pond and waterfall then come to see it soon.

05/04/2026

23/03/2026

You can book a stay Whitby Log Cabins and join us for yoga and other wellness packages. Or simply retreat

If you look carefully you can see the cabins, each with its own private piece of ancient woodland.

We are at the end of a no through road. The cream square is the parking area and the strip beside it is our forest garden, created with the health of the tree roots beneath it in mind, and it's bordered by our nascent orchard.

You approach the cabins via an all weather path. Subtle lighting at night adds to the magical atmosphere. The silence is only broken by the hooting of owls.

At the bottom of the woodland is a gurgling stream with waterfall, then views of the valley beyond. The site is bordered by meadows frequented by Muntjac and Roe deer.

Cross the woods on the other side of the parking area and reach the Cinder Track. It's a pleasant walk to Whitby and only 15 minutes to The Windmill in Stainsacre. Keen walkers can go all the way to Whitby Abbey or Robin Hoods Bay.

Or simply chill. It's the perfect place for it.

Three bespoke secluded comfortable cabins. Heated, ensuite, log burners, fire pits - no children no dogs - just the sounds of nature all around.

23/03/2026

22/03/2026

Coming soon..... Seasonal Sundays,
Join us on a journey through the elements, a day of sensory engagement, seasonal food and living tips, yoga, energising movement, meditation and relaxation. We invite you to share a magical space where we have created a living relationship with the natural world. Practices will take place above the stream or in the ancient woodland, with under cover options for wet or windy days.

19/03/2026

Sometimes it’s hard to communicate all that we do at Yoga & Spice - often because we are too busy doing it. We live a seasonal life and work with the elements. That includes teaching a number of holistic practices.

This year we are looking forward to sharing both our space and our knowledge base. Our new movement and meditation above and by the stream, surrounded by ancient woodland starts next month. Watch this space

10/02/2026

Our new Eco Bakechef, a wood burner, range cooker and cat warmer all in one. Recipes using our home grown produce to follow.

06/12/2025

These amazing sessions are my favourite way to spend a winter evening. Totally relaxing and restorative.

01/12/2025

Making our way through the pumkin mound. We roast it for soup pasties and muffins. Stir fry it with spices, grate it for fritters. I have even been known to eat it pureed for breakfast 😀