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THE MAKING LOVE RETREAT®
THE ULTIMATE COUPLES RETREAT
WITH SARAH ROSE BRIGHT & GRAEME WATERFIELD
The Making Love Retreat® is a unique week long retreat for couples who desire a deeper, more intimate and loving connection.
This retreat, created by the founders Diana and Michael Richardson, has been running for 30 years, helping thousands of couples to heal and deepen their intimate relationship and sex life. It is a proven approach that supports heterosexual couples aged 18 to 80+, from all walks of life.
Bookings will open late November 2025.
Sign up to the waitlist here to be the first to hear about the retreat and receive an exclusive offer.
“I realised how much I’d been performing in sex and how I’d been carrying this responsibility to please J. When I stopped performing, I could relax, be myself, and actually make love.”
WOULD YOU LOVE TO:
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Prioritise your relationship and your sex life, with precious time just for the two of you?
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Move beyond ‘goal-based sex’ and discover a deeply fulfilling way of making love that gets better over time – even after years together?
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Gain fresh insights and real shifts on any sexual or intimacy challenges?
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Unlock stuck places and experience more ease and connection with each other?
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Deepen the quality of the intimacy and love you share?
JOIN US FOR THE MAKING LOVE RETREAT
A full week dedicated to your intimate life – away from the noise, routines and pressures of everyday life. Whether you’re wanting to revitalise your relationship, deepen the love you already share, or explore what more is possible, this retreat is for you.
This immersive experience offers an opportunity to reset your sex and intimate life as you explore a revolutionary new way to make love. Through clear daily guidance and teachings, you’ll discover practical ways to deepen connection and transform how you relate intimately.
The Making Love Retreat gives you the time and space to unwind, relax and explore together, and to deepen your understanding each day through experiential exercises in a private, calm and spacious learning environment.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
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7 days / 6 nights in a peaceful, beautiful home designed for relaxation.
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Nourishing, delicious meals throughout your stay.
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Daily teachings on the Slow Sex approach and the Love Keys.
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Lots of private practice time in your own bedroom.
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Time for Q&A and to share experiences (if you choose to).
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Gentle movement, Chi Gung and yoga.
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Embodied practices to support the Making Love approach.
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Spacious time to relax together as a couple.
You’ll explore the difference between ‘conventional sex’ – driven by stimulation, intensity and climax and needing to be “in the mood” – and conscious, slow sex based in presence, relaxation and love, without pressure or goals.
All teachings, meditations and experiential exercises are designed to awaken presence, awareness and connection in your own body and with each other. There is **no nudity, partner swapping or sexual activity** in the group room; all intimate practice takes place privately between you and your partner.
This retreat is designed for heterosexual couples, as the work centres around male-female penetration. If you are a same-sex couple or in a relationship with different gender expressions, please contact Sarah for alternative offerings tailored to you.
“I discovered an aliveness I hadn’t felt in years. Feeling the bliss rising through my body – wow!!!”
THE GIFTS OF THE MAKING LOVE RETREAT
You’ll leave with profound insights, embodied experiences and practical tools to continue cultivating love, intimacy and passion in your relationship. The gifts often include:
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A transformed understanding of sex and its place within a loving relationship.
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Freedom from pressure, performance, pleasing and the expectations of how sex ‘should’ be or how men/women ‘should’ behave.
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Healing and transformative shifts in common sexual challenges – from erection concerns and early ejaculation to low desire and painful sex.
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New ways of communicating with your partner, especially around intimacy and sex.
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More aliveness, confidence and passion in lovemaking, along with tools to keep exploring together.
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Simple ways to relax, soften and deepen your connection with yourself and each other.
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A deeper trust in your body and its wisdom.
The Making Love approach can bring deep healing however it is not a ‘quick fix’ and may not resolve all your relationship and sexual issues in one go or on it’s own. The retreat offers a proven approach and a set of tools to integrate into your relationship and your life, so that you can continue to explore and deepen your connection together.
Many couples find that the Making Love approach enriches far more than their intimate life. The tools you learn here aren’t just for love – they’re for life.
In this video, we share why sex can fade in long-term relationships and how to reawaken it through the Making Love Approach, along with a glimpse into the retreat itself.
“I don’t think I’ve ever felt so relaxed in my body as this week of the Making Love Retreat.. and to witness with awe and delight the upwelling of love and the return of my sexual energy and desire after many years of resistance that arose during menopause. We’ll be back next year, no hesitation.”
YOUR GUIDES
Hello! We’re Sarah and Graeme, authorised teachers of The Making Love Retreat®, and we’ve been in a committed relationship for seven years. The Making Love approach has been at the heart of our relationship from the very beginning, and we love to share this way with others.
Before we met, we each spent decades on our own paths – healing, unlearning, growing and discovering what truly supports intimacy and connection. At times it was painful, but it brought us here. Today, we’re in the relationship we once dreamed of. It hasn’t always been easy, and like all couples, we’ve moved through challenges as well as good times. But by making our relationship a priority, our intimacy and love continue to grow and deepen.
Together, we weave decades of study, practice and teaching to support couples in opening to deeper intimacy and connection through the Making Love approach. When we teach, we’re known for being grounded, warm, inspirational and a lot of fun.
We offer retreats, sessions and courses online and around the world, and we’re passionate about guiding couples to discover what’s truly possible in love and intimacy.
In addition to being authorised Making Love Retreat® teachers, Sarah Rose Bright is a Love, Sex and Intimacy Coach, host of the Love, Sex and Intimacy Podcast and Gene Keys Guide who works with women and couples. She guides women and committed couples who feel stuck and unfulfilled in their intimate lives – and know this is the missing piece. Women return home to their body, awaken their sensuality and discover their true power. Couples transform sex into lovemaking, creating an erotic life filled with depth, passion, and love.
Graeme Waterfield works with men to support them to shift to a mindful and tantric approach to self pleasure and love making. He is a fully qualified counsellor, Tai Chi instructor, yoga and meditation teacher. With over 30 years as a practitioner and 20 years as a teacher, Graeme Waterfield brings a wealth of experience and wisdom to his work, supporting countless individuals to find balance and personal empowerment.
“Sarah and Graeme created a beautifully held space. Their teachings were infused with wisdom, simplicity, emotional intelligence, and a wonderful lightness of laughter.”
THE VENUE
We have exclusive use of The Lost Manor, a private sanctuary tucked away in the Devon countryside. Hidden behind ancient stone walls, the manor holds an atmosphere of deep peace and relaxation — the perfect setting to unwind, exhale and settle into retreat.
The house has a warm and elegant feel. Spacious living areas, cosy fireside corners, landscaped gardens and a Mediterranean-style pool (not heated) all create an environment that supports rest and rejuvenation. There’s also an indoor gym, tennis court and sauna.
We have accommodation for up to seven couples in beautiful bedrooms. Each bedroom has its unique character and comfort. Most rooms have en suite bathrooms, and all rooms are offered on a first come, first served basis.
Throughout the retreat, you’ll be nourished with lovingly prepared vegetarian meals made with seasonal and local produce wherever possible. We’re able to cater for allergies and specific dietary requirements.
Looking ahead, we’d love to bring the Making Love Retreat to new locations – including America, Canada, Greece and Asia. We welcome invitations and recommendations, so please reach out if you have a venue in mind or are interested in hosting us.
“There‘s absolutely nothing I would change about this retreat. The level of love and care that you’ve put into this is outstanding.”
COST AND HOW TO REGISTER
Super Early Bird (ends 21 December 2025)
£3,795 per couple when paid in full
or £1,600 deposit + 6 monthly payments of £397
Early Bird (ends 31 March 2026)
£3,995 per couple when paid in full
or £1,800 deposit + 5 monthly payments of £479
Standard Price
£4,195 per couple
Payment plan options will depend on your registration date.
How To Register
Step 1: Complete the online registration form to provisionally reserve your place. We’ll then send you a confirmation email with the booking forms. (This will be available from late November 2025. (Sign up to the waitlist here to find out when registration opens.)
Step 2: Return the completed booking forms and transfer your deposit or full payment.
Step 3: We’ll send you a confirmation of participation — you’re now fully registered!
Please note
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The retreat cost includes the full retreat programme, accommodation and all meals. Travel to and from the venue is not included. Full terms and conditions are provided upon registration.
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If none of the payment options are workable for you, please reach out – we’ll do our best to find an alternative.
The Making Love Retreat is an unforgettable week in a beautiful private home, surrounded by nature, nourishing food and dedicated time just for you as a couple. It’s a true gift to step away from daily life and immerse yourselves in this transformative journey together.
It’s one week that can genuinely change your life.
If you’re unsure whether the retreat is right for you, simply get in touch – we’re happy to arrange a conversation and explore together.
FAQ's
Where is the retreat venue? The retreat will be at the beautiful Pennard House in Somerset, England. There is ample parking on site for those driving. The closest airports are Bristol (50 mins) or Exeter (just over 1 hour). The closest train station is Castle Cary (15 minutes).
When does the retreat start and end? The Making Love Retreat starts on arrival at 6pm on Monday 20th October 2025 for meditation followed by dinner. The retreat ends on the Sunday 26th October 2025 with lunch at 1:30pm.
Do we do any intimate practices in the group space? No. There is no sexual activity or nudity in the group space. All intimate exercises take place in the privacy of your own room.
Do I have to share my experiences with the group? There is space if couples want to talk about their experiences in a group setting but you do not have to. If you do share anything, all participants have signed a confidentiality agreement. The Making Love Retreat is not a group process. The focus is on you as a couple and we encourage couples to spend time together rather than socialise to deepen your personal experience.
What happens if we need support as a couple of individually? We are available throughout the retreat for 1:1 conversations as needed.
What is the number of participants in the Making Love Retreat?The retreat is for a maximum of 10 couples.
Is there any preparation to do before attending the retreat? Reading Diana & Michael Richardson’s books can be of support but this is not essential. The gift of this retreat is the dedicated space to explore the Making Love approach, taking it from theory into practice. These retreat has been running for over 30 years and thousands have now benefited from this approach.
Is the Making Love Retreat right for us? The Making Love Retreat is suitable for couples from 18 to over 80, whether you are just beginning your journey or you have been together for decades. If you are unsure whether or not the retreat is right for you, get in touch and we can arrange to have a conversation.
Who are Diana and Michael Richardson? Diana and Michael, also known as Puja and Raja, are globally recognised sexuality teachers, pioneers of the slow sex movement and creators of the highly respected Making Love Retreat. They have written many books which we highly recommend. Diana and Michael have been teaching and guiding couples in Tantra and the art of slow, conscious sex in their life changing Making Love Retreats since 1995. You can find out more about Diana and Michael here. We are 2 of their teachers, authorised to teach the Making Love Retreat®.
Is this retreat only for heterosexual couples? As this body of work is focused around male-female penetration, the retreat is designed for heterosexual couples. Get in touch with Sarah for other opportunities open to couples of all sexual orientations and gender expressions.
Any more questions or not quite sure? Please message us with any questions. If would like to speak with us before booking, get in touch to arrange a complimentary 30-minute chat.
WHAT COUPLES ARE SAYING ABOUT THE MAKING LOVE RETREAT
I don’t think I’ve ever felt so relaxed in my body as this week of the Making Love Retreat. The care of all the details allowed my mind to have a holiday…and let me deeply drop into my body. The stillness and inner quiet has been a gateway to connecting with my partner in presence and to witness with awe and delight the upwelling of love and the return of my sexual energy and desire after many years of resistance that arose during menopause. We’ll be back next year, no hesitation."
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"It has almost been 4 weeks since The Making Love retreat. I’d like to report that our level of closeness has been unprecedented and is just deepening due to our regular ‘plugging in’. All we have to do, which is our commitment to our relationship, is show up for our scheduled twice a week dates and the relationship takes care of itself. There is so much more softness and tenderness between us. The fighting energy and friction that has been with us for so much of our 11 years together seems to have melted, only temporarily arising and with less intensity when it does. The love making is so precious and connecting, it is like a spiritual initiation and a surrendering all the old ways of ‘doing’ sex."
M
"When the world is constantly giving the message that sex is a performance, wild massive orgasms essential and hard and fast is a good thing, it’s incredible to discover how relaxation and slowing down opens up the possibility of deep connection, heart opening lovemaking, and space to soften into our bodies and allow our genitals to do what they know best. Sarah and Graeme held a beautiful loving space for us, new in our relationship and over 70, wondering if our love making could be more fulfilling. Their experience, knowledge and ability to hold the room created a wonderful experience where we connected with our bodies our partners and learned so much."
Daphne
"Sarah and Graeme come together with deep knowledge, compassion and humour to create space in which we can explore and release so much of the conditioning that weighs on western society today. We will never be able to move beyond our present dysfunctional way of life until we can treat our sexuality and our relationship with love and authenticity. The real route to the full expression of ourselves starts here."
T
"Sarah and Graeme created a beautifully held space. Their teachings were infused with wisdom, simplicity, emotional intelligence, and a wonderful lightness of laughter. I also deeply appreciated the care and attention they put into every detail — from the lovely venue to the delicious food — everything supported a profound journey of reconnection and love."
Beata
"The Making Love retreat is a beautiful and unique experience which offered us an extraordinary and transformative journey into the heart of conscious sexual intimacy. Sarah and Graeme’s guidance and simple tools helped us to deepen our understanding of the essential part that coming home to self plays in creating the container for a deeper and more fulfilling love life together. These tools also helped us navigate our way through some of the more challenging aspects of our relationship ultimately returning us to loving connection.
Sarah and Graeme are amazing facilitators! They bring their deep personal wisdom and knowledge and an embodied understanding of conscious sexuality grounded in many years of learning and experience, and their evident love for each other. They also demonstrate a beautiful level of care and loving attention to couples’ needs, from which we benefitted enormously. All of this wrapped in a wonderful sense of humour and honesty which allowed us to feel truly immersed in the field of love. This is truly profound and essential healing work for these times."
Lara & Michael
An Introduction to the 'Making Love' Approach
Keeping intimacy alive in long term relationships