NATURE RETREAT NEAR LONDON
Explore Cher-wellness outside the city
Wellness at Willowbrook
Just beyond the hum of the city lies Willowbrook Farm — a peaceful sanctuary where sustainable living and natural beauty thrive.
Just an hour from London by train, Willowbrook Farm rests within the peaceful Cherwell Valley floodplain in Oxfordshire. A landscape of meadows, woodlands, and winding rivers that naturally invites you to slow down and breathe.
Founded in 2002 by Dr. Lutfi, a former lecturer at the University of Oxford’s School of Geography, and his wife Ruby, a trained holistic therapist, Willowbrook Farm was born from a desire to live in harmony with nature and transform the desolate land into a thriving, sustainable family farm.
Today, Willowbrook is celebrated as the UK’s first Halal Farm, built on principles of environmental sustainability, ethical farming, and biodiversity preservation. Every aspect of life here reflects a respect for the land, from natural, chemical-free farming practices to a deep commitment to nurturing balance between people, animals, and the earth.
This inspiring ethos makes Willowbrook Farm the perfect home for Enwild Retreats, a space where nature, wellness, and mindful living come together.
We’re delighted to be hosting our summer 2026 retreat series here, offering guests the chance to experience the tranquillity and authenticity of Willowbrook firsthand.
“Our approach to farming and life itself is one of simplicity, attuned to the rhythm of nature and the changing seasons. We continually strive to minimise our negative impact on the environment, fostering the flourishing of nature both within and beyond our farm. Our hope is that through our example, others will be inspired to pause and reflect on the remarkable potential of the time we have been granted on this earth.”
At Enwild, we share Willowbrook Farm’s belief that true wellbeing begins with harmony with nature, with community and within ourselves. Each retreat here is designed to honour that connection: to slow down, listen deeply, and rediscover what it means to live well.
Prayer Space at Willowbrook Farm
Earthen (Cob) farmhouse constructed entirely of natural materials
Canal boat on nearby Oxford Canal on walk to Thrupp
The Ruined Manor in the Lost Village of Hampton Gay
Willowbrook Farm 'Billy' goat
An Enwild Luxury bell tent with real beds in the camping field