A Space to Be

Escape the busy-ness of every day life and step into our quiet corner of calm.

  • yoga classes and workshops
  • individual yoga tuition
  • massage therapy
  • yoga retreats and B&B

A Space to Be is located in Shilbottle, Northumberland. You can also join us by Zoom or Discover Our App.

Lucy Maresh

Lucy has been a holistic therapist and yoga teacher since 2005. She uses movement, relaxation, massage, and meditation to help people learn about themselves and make life easier. Her classes are grounded in traditional yoga philosophy and include a holistic balance of practices for body, mind and breath. She hopes to guide you home to your felt sense of what’s right and true, and your passion for a purposeful and intentional life.

Yoga

Lucy Maresh in the yoga posture upward facing dog.

Classes are taught in person and online by Lucy Maresh. The practice is based on breathing, with movements that are coordinated with the breath. It is done in a meditative way, without music. Classes are always tailored skillfully to meet the level of the participants – everyone is welcome from beginners trying their first class, to fellow teachers looking for a bit of space for themselves. Pregnant women are welcome in all classes.

Massage

Massage Therapy Room at A Space to Be Shilbottle Northumberland.

Lucy describes her hands-on treatments as ‘Massage Therapy’. Just like a good talking therapist must be firstly be a good listener, Lucy listens to your body and is guided in her work by what she hears. There are no set routines or sequences, each treatment is unique and individual. In 2005, Time Out magazine reported that Lucy had ‘magic hands’. Almost twenty years later she continues to learn, practice and share her magic.

Retreats

Single bedroom at A Space to Be

Our guest suite above the studio is quiet, uncluttered and has fabulous views over fields all the way to the sea. We can accommodate up to four people in two or three bedrooms. You can relax and ‘just be’, or plan a full itinerary of yoga and massage. Bed and breakfast is available all year round. Half board yoga retreats are available on selected dates. Accommodation is also available for our events and workshops.

“I was so comfortable in Lucy and Henry’s guest suite. It is an oasis of peace overlooking a wonderful view of fields sloping down towards the sea. Every little detail has been thoughtfully planned with the aim of creating a relaxing environment. I particularly appreciated the fresh bread and fruit provided for breakfast along with my favourite Dorset cereals and orange juice. I felt very safe as a single traveller. The bed and armchairs were very comfortable, the shower was terrific. Lucy welcomed me warmly even though I arrived quite late. I look forward to spending more weekends there in the future. Very convenient for Alnwick and Alnmouth, each only 10 mins away by car. Thank you so much!”

Susan, August 2022

“The restorative yoga, massage and just having time to ‘be’ have been nourishing and healing. I have appreciated the generosity and kindness you have shown me. The food has been delicious and just checking on my wellbeing has been helpful. I can see how much thought, heart and attention you put into your business in your beautiful home. The little touches which make the difference!”

Aaron, A Space to Be Retreat, July 2022