Bishopstrow Hotel & Spa

Slow down and rediscover calm with a private forest bathing session inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku. Over two gentle hours, your therapist-guide leads you along the quiet banks of the river garden where birdsong, the scent of herbs and the shelter of ancient trees create a natural sanctuary.

With moments of stillness, mindful breathing and unhurried wandering, the experience helps dissolve overwhelm and settle the mind. Extended sessions offer deeper connection, including harvesting ingredients in the no-dig kitchen garden and enjoying simple dishes cooked over fire with estate-grown botanicals. It’s a grounding, sensory escape shaped entirely by nature.

Let the world fall away as you drift in warm water during a floating sound bath designed for complete relaxation. Supported by the pool’s gentle buoyancy, you'll lie back while crystal bowls, soft chimes and ambient tones move through the space, creating vibrations that ease tightness and quiet busy thoughts.

Each note is chosen by your practitioner to support balance and presence, helping you settle into a state of deep rest. Perfect for moments when life feels loud, this soothing experience leaves you grounded, refreshed and fully aware of the stillness within.

Test your focus and reflexes with an exhilarating clay pigeon shooting experience set in the peaceful Wiltshire countryside. After a safety introduction and guidance from expert instructors, you’ll take aim at fast-moving clay targets that arc through the sky, each one offering a new challenge.

Whether it’s your first shot or you’re refining long-practiced skills, the thrill of hitting a clay mid-flight never fades. Between rounds, enjoy the calm of the surrounding fields and the satisfaction of steady improvement. It’s an energising outdoor activity that blends concentration and excitement, leaving you with confidence and a rush of achievement.