💬 Guest Words – Dawn Martin

“The huts are set in the most beautiful of locations. And the night sky was something else. It’s so peaceful day and night. A short rural five‑minute walk and you arrive at the Abbey pubs and restaurants. We want to keep this location a secret and will definitely be returning. Easy contactless check‑in and out — Charlotte sent so much information beforehand and it was so helpful. Thank you all at Reddings Farm.”

🌸 Spring

Wake to birdsong and soft blossom drifting past your window. The orchard hums with bees, the valley glows fresh and green, and the River Wye sparkles in the morning light.

Spring at Reddings Retreat is for slow coffees outside the hut, watch lambs in the nearby fields, gentle walks to Tintern Abbey, and watching the orchard come alive.

Photo credits:

• Blossom‑lined path in the orchard — shared by Charlotte Backholer (@DrCBackholer)

• Inquisitive sheep in the fields — photographed by Catherine Mayo (@welshgirl_adventures)

• Northern lights over the Wye Valley — shared on Facebook

• Golden gorse in full bloom, bringing a burst of sunshine to the valley — captured by Charlotte Backholer (@DrCBackholer)
  

💬 “The most peaceful place we’ve ever stayed — we booked again before we even left.” — Dawn M.

☀️ Summer

Summer here means lazy afternoons by the river, exploring the Wye Valley’s trails, and returning to your hut for a glass of something chilled as the sun dips behind the hills.

Photo credits:

• A nose for adventure—Emily’s summer snapshot shared by Emily Peacey (@Emily_peacey)
• Summer stillness on the pond—photo by Charlotte Backholer (@DrCBackholer)
• A guest’s-eye view of summer—peaceful fields and curious grazers photo shared by Charlotte @reddings_retreat_tintern

🌿 See more from Hannah R Hannah R has captured the retreat in full summer bloom — from golden evenings to curious cows and even bats at dusk. Explore her dedicated guest gallery here → Hannah R Photo Gallery

🍂 Autumn 

Golden leaves crunch underfoot, mist rolls in from the river, and the orchard glows in the low afternoon sun.

Autumn is for cosy layers, woodland walks, and evenings under a blanket of stars. The valley is quieter now — perfect for slowing down and soaking it all in.

Photo credits:

• Sunset over the Wye Valley from the Guest Annex, enjoyed with a glass of wine — shared by Kathryn A & her husband, our very first guests and winners of our Facebook competition for a free two‑night stay

• A quiet autumn moment—bare branches and a rainbow along the valley walk — photographed by Charlotte Backholer (@DrCBackholer)

• The River Wye framed by golden leaves — captured by Catherine Mayo (@welshgirl_adventures)

• Warmly lit hut on an autumn evening with star‑filled night sky over Reddings Retreat looking over to the Forest of Dean — captured by Dawn Martin

💬 “Waking up to that view was pure magic.” — Hannah R.

❄️ Winter
Frosted mornings, the hush of the orchard, and skies so clear you can see the Milky Way.
Winter at Reddings Retreat is peaceful and restorative — think bracing walks, hearty pub lunches, and returning to the warmth of your hut as the night draws in.

Photo credits:

• Bare trees silhouetted against a pale winter sky — photographed by Charlotte Backholer (@DrCBackholer)
• Tintern Abbey in winter mist — captured by Catherine Mayo (@welshgirl_adventures)

• Snow-covered stillness, with a hidden companion. Emily’s winter view - shared by Emily Peacey (@Emily_peacey)

📧 We’d love to feature your favourite moments from your stay.
Email your seasonal snapshots to: reddingsretreat@gmail.com

Whether it’s a leafy lane, a misty morning, or a cosy breakfast view — your photos help others imagine their own retreat.

💬 Guest Quote
“We arrived in autumn and left with hearts full of colour. The valley was breath-taking — and the Warren felt like a warm hug.”