A Mindfulness and Equine Retreat In collaboration with Operation Centaur & Bingham Riverhouse and bhuti Hosted at Bingham Riverhouse, Richmond From Sunday 29th March, 12:30pm to Monday 30th March, 4:00pm
Overview Raha is a 24-hour immersive retreat held at the serene and elegant Bingham Riverhouse. Where the rhythm of the river meets the hush of ancient trees, a rare space is created - one that invites you to slow down, listen deeply and reconnect. This intimate experience brings together equine-assisted therapy, forest bathing, mindfulness and meditation, and embodied presence - in a shared pursuit of clarity, restoration and deeper self-awareness. Co-facilitated by Operation Centaur, whose therapeutic work with horses is internationally acclaimed, and Bhuti at the Bingham, known for its accessible yet profound mindfulness teaching, this retreat offers a return to what is quiet and essential within you.
For Whom This retreat is for anyone who senses the need to pause - to step back from the busyness of doing and remember the quiet strength of simply being. It is ideal for those navigating life transitions, seeking to process trauma or emotional fatigue, or wishing simply to feel more deeply and move more slowly. No prior experience with horses, yoga, or meditation is required. The retreat is open to all.
Retreat Flow
Sunday 12:30pm – Arrival & Seasonal Lunch We gather at the Bingham Riverhouse for a seasonal lunch - an invitation to exhale, set down the weight of daily life and begin the journey inward.
2:00pm – Forest Bathing: Mindfulness Walk to Richmond Park We begin a guided Shinrin-Yoku walk through Petersham Meadows and Terrace Gardens. In silence, we cross thresholds - of meadow, hill, and woodland - tuning into the senses and letting nature soften the mind. This 90-minute walk culminates at Richmond Park, where the horses await.
4:00pm – Equine Session I: Presence At Operation Centaur’s peaceful paddocks, you’ll meet the horses - not to ride, but to connect. Horses reflect only what is present - not what is performed. In their company, we begin to notice what is real, what is masked, what has been forgotten and what is waiting to be reclaimed.
6:00pm – Return and Rest Return to the Riverhouse. Time for tea, journaling, a quiet moment on the balcony, or rest.
7:00pm – Dinner A three-course, plant-forward meal served in a space held for either gentle conversation or reflective silence, depending on your needs.
8:30pm – Evening Talk "The Wisdom of Stillness: What Nature and Horses Teach Us About the Self" In The Drawing Room, we gather for a candlelit evening with Dr O’Hanlon, who will share insights into how horses and nature reflect our internal truths. Through story, psychological reflection and gentle inquiry, she offers a guide to living with authenticity, presence and quiet strength.
Monday 7:30am – Yoga & Morning Meditation We welcome the day with gentle movement and stillness in the Riverhouse’s sunlit yoga space.
8:30am – Breakfast at Leisure A slow breakfast served in restaurant 10:00am – Equine Session II: Embodied Truth Returning to the horses, we go deeper - exploring boundaries, trust and authenticity. Here, quiet insights are felt in the body and reflection becomes lived practice.
12:00pm – Closing Lunch & Integration Circle Back at Bingham Riverhouse, we gather for a light lunch and closing circle. You’ll receive a thoughtful set of keepsakes - both practical and symbolic - to support your ongoing practice.
2:00–4:00pm – Optional Spa Wind-Down or Departure Guests may enjoy additional time for rest, reflection, or a pre-booked treatment before departure.
What’s Included All meals and refreshments Two equine-assisted mindfulness sessions with Operation Centaur Guided forest bathing walk from Bingham Riverhouse to Richmond Park Yoga, meditation, and evening lecture Reflection journal and nature-based ritual kit Retreat Leadership Dr Puffin O’Hanlon Clinical Psychologist | Equine Therapist | Director, Operation Centaur Dr O’Hanlon is a clinical psychologist and equine-assisted therapist with over 25 years’ experience. As a Director of Operation Centaur, her work with individuals and groups has brought transformation and healing across the globe. Her approach is intuitive, grounded, and deeply transformative - drawing on the quiet intelligence of horses, the stillness of the natural world and the subtle wisdom of the body. She integrates mindfulness, somatic psychology and trauma-informed care with a profound respect for each person’s inner pace. Sama Trinder Founder of bhuti | Yoga Teacher & Sound Healer Sama is a 500hr International Yoga Alliance accredited teacher with over two decades of experience across diverse yoga traditions. Trained by respected teachers including Conrad Paul (Sivananda), Ruth White (Iyengar), and Austin Ince (Yin), Sama also holds diplomas in yoga therapy, kirtan and reiki mastery. She offers therapeutic and yin yoga, meditation and sound healing. Her warm, inclusive approach inspires people to release stress, reconnect with themselves and rediscover joy.
