About Mellulah
For over 15 years, Saira Francis has been holding space for deep rest and renewal through her yoga retreats and workshops. Based in the heart of West Dorset, her retreats in the UK and abroad, offer a cocoon of safety and nurturing, where guests can soften, heal, and reconnect with themselves. As an experienced yoga teacher, holistic therapist, and sound healer, Saira weaves together authentic support, compassion, and wisdom. Having walked her own path of healing, she gently guides others, whether they are just beginning their journey or well along the way. This sanctuary of care and transformation keeps guests returning to Mellulah Yoga Retreats, drawn to the warmth of her guidance and the deeply restorative practice she offers.
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Reconnect
Truly experience the serene nature surrounding our unique retreat venues.
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Refresh
Enjoy clean eating, reviving yoga, and wild experiences in nature.
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Renew
Begin your journey of self-discovery and inner peace.
explore upcoming retreats
Discover the right retreat for you with our carefully curated selection of upcoming events. From revitalising day experiences to deeply nourishing residential retreats, find your perfect escape in our varied offerings.
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'The deep relaxation, the depth of yoga practice, the support and wisdom of the group and the warm welcoming sunshine of this retreat was just what my body, mind and soul needed! Saira’s teaching was incredible. Already booked on her next retreat!'. Sarah Cook, December 2024
Dorset
From £499
7 August 2026
- 9 August 2026
Starts: 4:00 pm
Finding Peace Nervous System Reset Yoga Retreat
Join us for this powerful rest weekend, a deeply relaxing nervous system yoga retreat, where you can unwind with yoga, sound healing, and plant-based meals in the tranquil Dorset countryside. Learn about how to reset and balance your nervous system. Enjoy Vinyasa flow, restorative yoga, meditation, and walks while disconnecting from digital distractions.
Sunday guest spaces only remaining , waiting list for residential
Dorset
£110
9 August 2026
- 9 August 2026
Starts: 8:30 am
Finding Peace Nervous System Reset Yoga Day
Join this Sunday day retreat, as part of the residential weekend, you are so welcome as a non-residential guest. A deeply relaxing nervous system yoga day, where you can unwind with yoga, sound healing, and a plant-based lunch in the tranquil Dorset countryside. Learn about how to reset and balance your nervous system.
Three Sunday guest spaces remaining.
Abbotsbury, Dorset
£60
15 August 2026
- 15 August 2026
Starts: 10:00 am
Soul Medicine Yoga & Sober Rave Retreat Festival
After the huge success of our Soul Medicine Nights since January 2025 – we are now taking this fun experience into a Yoga Retreat Festival in Dorset. Saira Francis, Sam Wilson Zara and DJ Andy Cleeton are offering this immersive experience of yoga flow and an amazing sober rave with live DJ, dancing and more! Join the day retreat, the evening sober rave or both.
Abbotsbury, Dorset
£15
15 August 2026
- 15 August 2026
Starts: 5:30 pm
Soul Medicine Sober Rave Evening
Would you love to join a Soul Medicine event with us, but you don’t do yoga?! Saira Francis, Sam Wilson Zara and DJ Andy Cleeton are offering this amazing sober rave with live DJ, alcohol free bar, massage therapists and more! This evening event follows on from our yoga day retreat at the same venue, the event involves no yoga or sound healing.
Meet your host
Saira Francis has been a healer for over two decades, offering authentic support, compassion, and guidance to those in her community. Based in West Dorset, Saira is an experienced yoga teacher, holistic therapist, and energy and sound healer. Drawing from her own experience treading along the healing path, Saira can offer heartfelt support for those just embarking on or continuing their journey. Her dedication to helping others has guests returning to Mellulah Yoga Retreats over and again for her energetic guidance and practise.
