The Vedanta, UK
October 26–November 2, 2026
What changes when you train your nervous system
How this retreat works
A full week of immersive training
Seven days of structured practice. Group instruction, guided meditation, solo practice time, and complementary sessions including yoga and breathwork. The daily schedule runs from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
1-on-1 facilitation throughout
You get individual time with experienced facilitators across the full week. They observe your practice, give real-time feedback, and adjust their guidance to your experience. This is the core of what makes the method work.
Over 60% access jhana within the week
Jhanas are deep meditative states of calm, joy, and absorption. With structured instruction and feedback, the majority of participants access these states during the retreat. The states are unmistakable.
Leave with a practice that compounds
You leave with the tools and understanding to continue independently. Access to the Jhourney alumni community on Circle for ongoing connection and support. The practice gets richer over time, not harder.
The retreat
Retreat info
Dating back to the 1800s, this grand stately home combines historic charm with modern comfort, featuring a swimming pool, spa facilities, and elegant lounges with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking private parkland. This tranquil setting provides the perfect environment for the transformative practice of jhana meditation, allowing you to fully disconnect from daily life and settle into deep practice.
Every room is designed for rest and reflection with modern conveniences.
What's included:
- Seven nights of lodging in the English countryside
- All meals for the duration of the retreat
- 1-on-1 sessions with experienced facilitators
- Group meditation, guided practice, and instruction
- Yoga and breathwork
- Access to The Vedanta facilities which include gym, sauna and swimming pool
FAQs
Retreat details
Schedule
✓ Arrival: Check-in begins at 5:00 PM on Monday, October 26th. Please do not arrive earlier, as the venue does not have capacity to accommodate earlier arrivals. The opening session will begin shortly after.
✓ Daily structure: The retreat day runs 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Sessions include group instruction, guided meditation, 1-on-1 facilitation, and dedicated solo practice time.
✓ Departure: Monday, November 2. All group activities finish by mid-morning. Check out by 10:00 AM.
Getting there
The Vedanta is located in the village of Branston, just outside Lincoln in Lincolnshire. It's approximately a 2-hour drive from London and Birmingham.
Closest airports:
- East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 45 miles (approximately 1 hour drive)
- Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 80 miles (approximately 1.5 hours drive)
- Manchester Airport (MAN) - 100 miles (approximately 2 hours drive)
- London Heathrow (LHR) - 150 miles (approximately 2.5-3 hours drive)
Before you book
✓ You must be at least 18 years old to attend
✓ Participation requires completing a mental health screening and signing required agreements
✓ Do not book flights or make travel arrangements until your screening is complete and your spot is confirmed. Screenings begin no later than February 15
✓ This is a full-week retreat — only sign up if you can attend the entire program from October 26 through November 2
✓ The Vedanta operates a no-shoes policy inside the house. Please bring slippers or indoor footwear.
✓ All food at The Vedanta is vegetarian and vegan. No food inside rooms is allowed.
✓ Late October and early November in Lincolnshire marks the transition into autumn, with crisp air and the occasional rainfall typical of English weather. Average highs during this time hover around 11°C to 14°C (52°F to 57°F), with nights cooling to around 4°C to 8°C (39°F to 46°F). All rooms and common spaces feature central heating.
✓ A limited number of scholarships are available — email retreats@jhourney.io
what people say
It's not about the intensity.
It's about the journey.
Probably one of the nicest things that's ever happened to me, like up there with beautiful events like marriage.
David Phelan
Songwriter for Zayn, Sia, and BLACKPINK
Absolutely amazing. A secret nobody is talking about, and I’ve never felt anything like it. I’m so grateful; I’m a better and happier person.
Francisco Larrain
CTO of Topsort, ex-VP of Engineering Groupon, investor in SpaceX, Lyft
To know there’s this infinite resource within me that’s accessible without external conditions…it’s just crazy. You can’t unsee that.
Zach Lauzon
Google software engineer
This experience was the best thing that’s happened to me this year. I had no idea how enjoyable meditation could be.
Ruby Yu
Founder of YC-backed 10 Lives, formerly at UCSF & Harvard
Why would I have a second piece of chocolate cake when I know I can beat that by 100x in 10 minutes with my eyes closed?
Nick Cammarata
AI Safety Researcher & former founder
The jhanas may be the single most important thing on the planet right now. You may think it’s superintelligence or longevity. That’s nothing without wellbeing.
Shamil Chandaria
Oxford neuroscientist, ex-DeepMind
Booking
Find a room
Private room
$4,900
The room features one double bed and a private bathroom.
Shared room
$4,400
A room shared between two participants of the same gender. The room features two twin beds. Please choose a different option if you are a light sleeper, sensitive to noise, or have sleep apnea, as this room is designed for shared occupancy.
Get our intro to Jhana series
The Jhanas are meditation states that bring extraordinary pleasure, like the opposite of a panic attack. Having openhearted joy on tap makes it easier to be the person you aspire to be.