The Axe Experience

Expect to receive expert tuition from champion lumberjack and trainer Spike Milton, balanced with fun and friendly competition in 3 core disciplines. All equipment, safety gear and training will be provided within our dedicated indoor training barns offering all weather facilities.

WOODCHOPPING
Experience the raw power and adrenaline rush of controlled aggression by learning to safely swing a razor sharp axe between your feet!
Learn to hit the wood with explosive strength, building speed and precision to make a clean cut while balancing on a log.

AXE THROWING
Build accuracy and controlled rotation and release with our smaller indoor axes before moving on to the bigger double ended axes and tomahawks outdoors to build on power and strength.

CROSS-CUT SAWING
The other half of timber sports, but by no means the easy half!
This discipline is often referred to as the “misery whip” for its brutal technicality.
You’ll learn how to develop rhythm, timing and team work to master a six foot cross cut saw with both solo and partner techniques, to cut through a log across the grain.

The Relax Experience

Unwind at your leisure with beautiful uninterrupted moorland views and peace and quiet, or choose your options to relax your way.

MASSAGE

A rejuvenating back, neck and shoulder massage is perfect to relieve aching muscles after a day of physical activities, while more deeply relaxing treatments are available for those wanting complete tranquillity, to soothe both mind and body, to slow down and release tension.
Weather permitting, treatments can take place outdoors in the garden, beneath the trees to create a truly peaceful and sensory experience.

CIDER TASTING

Enjoy the option of our unique moorland stay with the added bonus of our own delicious farm cider, pressed right here on-site. From local orchards to barrel, our cider is part of our experience to help you to relax and soak up the atmosphere of a proper Dartmoor welcome!

FIRE PITS & CIDER SHED

In the evening, relax outdoors around the firepit, under the clear, starry skies or head inside into our cider shed for a warm and cosy space around the log burner and cider barrels. It’s the perfect place to switch off, enjoy some laughter, play some games and unwind.

MOORS TOURS

Explore some of the breath-taking and hidden parts of Dartmoor guided by your hosts who will take you to ancient landmarks and some of the wildest scenery this stunning area has to offer. Climb a tor for some of the best views imaginable and the perfect photo opportunities.

SAUNA & RIVER SWIM

Let us take you across the moors to the most beautiful and tranquil setting of our local award winning riverside sauna with options for cold water river plunge and swimming.

PUB TOUR

Walk across the moor from the retreat to our historic local pub serving traditional cask ales.

Build your experience before or during your stay