Some come to rest and reset...
Others to lose weight and gain health… 

Get some perspective on your relationships with food, work, stress & family.

Here's what the people say...

What people say about their retreat

At the end of each detox retreat, many people are keen to share their experiences. Many are striking, some are emotional, but all are authentic and unscripted. All of these video testimonials are recorded at the end of their week's stay with us.

We have accumulated so many video testimonials, that those prior to 2020 can now be found here

Some people prefer to write about their experience and you can read those here.

You can also read about participants experiences on tripadvisor by following this link.


2024

Daniel & Paul - Nov 2024
Daniel : My 2nd time : It was so epic I had to bring my brother.
Paul : Such positive experience, utterly invigorating, and life changing. *

Matt B. - Nov 2024
And outstanding experience.
Venue : comfortable.
The facilitators : superb.
Old injuries healed. Feeling lighter and fantastic. *

Zara J. - Sept 2024
You’re able to tailor the experience to your needs.
There is a full program, but you can engage as much or as little as you feel to. *

Christine P - Sept 2024
It’s been on my bucket list for a while, and it has been a great.
At times not easy, but the people have made it great - making real bonds with them. *

Lesley & Louise - July 2024
Lesley : I was expecting to lose weight, to learn about myself. It was tough, but I did it.
Louise : I have been doing retreats since the 90's, but this is the best detox in the UK. *

Emily W. - July 2024
I have done detoxes before, but at Sura, they know what they're doing, they hold you in safe space, & it is about as non-judgemental as you can get. *

Paula W. - July 2024
A really lovely, supportive environment, and the whole process remarkably effective and easy. The team are extremely sensitive and supportive. They are second to none.*

Mandy A. - July 2024
I was expecting a miserable time, but the add-ons and talks totally changed the whole experience.
I would totally recommend this. *

Chloe & Sam - June 2024
Sam : Our 3rd time. I came for a reset, but I always get so much more.
Chloe : How one can be so nourished without eating any food for a really long time *

Clare F. - April 2024

I’ve just finished my 2nd retreat. It feels like a completely new experience.

There are so many mind/body movement practices - so relaxing for your nervous system.*

Toni & Sonia - April 2024

A transformative rollercoaster of emotions.

The 1-2-1 with the facilitators are excellent - so giving and knowledgeable. *

Alejandra V. - April 2024

I found a very integrated way of connecting our experience with the information that was given.

I am very happy I’ve had this experience. *

Cami B. - March 2024

This is my 2nd time a Sura Detox. I am always struck by the care, skill and permission to follow what your body needs. It is such a joy to go through this process and feel so amazing.*

Simon W. - March 2024

Warm, very knowledge and grounded - very down to earth.

I felt very welcome and very held.*

Angie W. - March 2024

My 4th time here.
This time has given me a sense of perspective for my life, and the strength to deal with it when I get home.

Kim F. - Mar 2024

The stillness and sense of presence is second to none.

The support is so important, especially as it is my first time.

2023

Jackie G. - Sept 2023

My 1st retreat has exceeded my expectations.

I was fearful of whether I would survive! But it has been beautiful. *

Rod L. - Oct 2023

I came in directionless and a little bit lost, and I’m leaving with a goal and a road in front of me.

Absolutely fantastic ! *

Alexandra I. - Oct 2023

There is nothing else I do in my life that leaves me feeling this way.

Hands on Heart, the most amazing gift for your body. *

Tim K. - Sept 2023

I can't speak highly enough of the retreat.

I've lost, just over a stone, but that was a side effect. *

Abby KL - June 2023
If you’re looking to re-evaluate, reset, reignite, just a bit lost, and had enough of the noise - this is the place. *

Jill OS. - June 2023
The very idea of not having food is quite concerning. But now I feel very lucky to have found myself of this retreat. *

Jac & Rhona - May 2023

Jacqui - The fasting was the least difficult thing.
Rhona - Give it a go, you won’t be hungry. *

Sally LJ. - May 2023

The best investment in yourself. So much better than the sun and the beach.
See you next year *

Lily J. - May 2023

My 2nd retreat - I slept for the first 3 days, but since, I’ve had plenty of energy.
The fasting is not all that hard, and there’s a lot to do here. *

Luke K. - April 2023

My 2nd retreat has helped me emotionally, physically, and given me a guide for what I want to take forward in my life. *

Phil S. - Feb 2023

The support is wonderful, personal and deeply caring. Nothing here is superficial. *

Anna U. - Feb 2023

My 3rd time here. The group are always lovely, but the team are like old friends. *

Tom A. - Feb 2023

It is absolutely worth the money. The lessons & value that you take are priceless. *

Clare F. - Jan 2023
Do not look anywhere else.

Here are experts in their field leading in every way. I felt completely supported and safe. *

Jo & Janet - Jan 2023

You can see the team watching out for you, and really supporting the group. The knowledge they pass over is life changing. *

Eli B. - Jan 2023

The environment is beautiful and comfortable, and the activities are really supporting to the process. *

2022

Doug F. - Oct 2022

It was all so valuable. Well worth every penny. And I am already looking forward to next time. *

Nick H. - Sept 2022

I've had a wonderful time.
I would recommend it anyone looking for a break from the norm. *

Marina & Szabi - May 2022

I even came to enjoy the colonics.

A whole new level of health *

Carolyn & Raili - Sept 2022

I was a bit scared, but we are both nurses.
The staff are so kind and instantly put us at ease. *

Jennie & Louise - May 2022

I never imagined I would do colonics, but it was one of the best things. *

Danielle M. - April 2022

It was challenging - lots of emotion. It has changed my life - for the better. *

Tania B. - April 2022

My second retreat - fulfilling in a completely different way.Something here brings a higher consciousness. *

Kate M. - April 2022

The colonics terrified me at first, but I learned to really enjoy them. The nutritional education is second to none. *

Lindsay B. - April 2022

I felt held all the way through. I’ve booked already for next year. *

Abby H. - Jan 2022

I knew the fasting would be good, but I didn’t know Id have such a lovely time. Lots of laughter and fun. *

Chloe & Sam - Jan 2022

I never felt worried or scared. I trusted their knowledge and experience so much. We were so well supported. *

Kate C. - Jan 2022

This is my 2nd Sura Detox fast. I’ve realised now that my body loves fasting ! *

Andy - Jan 2022

I instantly felt at home, comfortable and safe. Their 25 years experience is obvious. *


2021

Nina D. - Nov 2021

Now, I feel so located within myself and excited to get back to my life because I am going to take care of myself. *

L. A. - Oct 2021

It’s been very nurturing & calm again - both location & structure.
A good antidote to my pace at work and at home. *

Darrin M. - Nov 2021

I wanted to find out a bit more about the mind/body connection, due to my career, and I certainly did. *

Tom A. - Oct 2021

Second time here - which says how much it has benefitted me.
The thought can feel frightening, but they make it easy. *

Angie W. - Nov 2021

My third time with Sura. It's amazing every time. I’ve tried other retreats, and this is streets ahead. *

Hugo F. - Sept 2021

My 3rd detox here over a decade. Much harder on water this time.
I go out into the world with energy and excitement. *

Diane R. - Oct 2021

A friend spoke highly of Sura, and I have got so much. Felt so safe every moment. I’ve learned so much. *

Julia P. - Sept 2021

To restore & heal after ovarian cancer and surgery. It was so much more. The whole team provide World class therapies *

Darren C. - July 2021

Some found it easy, and others sailed through, but without fail, they have all benefited from it. *

Louise C. - July 2021

So weak, breathless and heart palpitations. Couldn’t even get out of bed some days. But the support here is amazing. *

Roma B. - July 2021

My first retreat helped me with my chronic fatigue.
After this one, I understand myself in a different way. *

Ferel S. - July 2021

Started a really authentic journey - not just with food, but also body, mind and soul. It is a truly beautiful thing. *

Trina M. - Jun 2021
The team give all of themselves, very present and willing to talk.
Masters of their game. *

Mabel J - Jun 2021
My 3rd time was very different, and enhance my physical, mental and emotional well being. *

Anna & Bertie - Jun 2021
The group was great, the nutritional talks; fabulous, the massages were exeptional, and the setting beautiful. *

Trina M - back home
Magical…
Spiritual…
Eye-opening…
Don’t hesitate. *


Videos before 2020 can be found here

And for written Testimonials all the way back to 2007