Patti Summerville
Patti began a personal meditation practice in 1996 after a retreat at the Tushita Institute, Dharamsala, India. Over the years her practice has been influenced by Mahayana and Theravada Buddhist traditions.
In 2013 she was a co-ordinator at The Barn Retreat Centre, an Insight Mindfulness Meditation Retreat centre at Sharpham. Patti trained to be a Mindfulness Meditation Teacher with Exeter University in 2014 and an Integral Hatha Yoga Teacher in 2009 at the Sri Swami Satchidananda Ashram.
On a personal level, Patti has found great benefit integrating mindfulness practice into her everyday, private and professional life as an occupational therapist, Sharpham Trust retreat leader and former manager of The Coach House retreat centre
She is passionate about supporting others on their journey towards more contented, peaceful and compassionate lives.
Upcoming Programs by Patti Summerville
Retreats at Home: Mindfulness for challenging times - a 1-day online retreat
Also With Martyna Raczka
November 8, 2025
This 1-day Retreat at Home can help support and nourish you as you face new challenges and uncertainties.
Retreats at Home: Mindfulness for challenging times - a 1-day online retreat
Also With Miguel Rodríguez
December 13, 2025
This 1-day Retreat at Home can help support and nourish you as you face new challenges and uncertainties.
Sharpham House: Christmas Retreat (5 nights)
Also With Ramiro Ortega and Ruth Breznay
December 22 - 27, 2025
Cost £695-£895. Escape the frantic festive period, rest and be supported by the beautiful setting of Sharpham House and our team of experienced leaders.
Sharpham House: New Year Retreat (5 nights)
Also With Ramiro Ortega and Lynette Robinson
December 29, 2025 - January 3, 2026
£695-£895. Have a clear start to the New Year. Rest and be supported by the beautiful setting of Sharpham House and our team of experienced leaders.
Retreats at Home: Mindfulness for challenging times - a 1-day online retreat
Also With Ben Murray
February 14, 2026
This 1-day Retreat at Home can help support and nourish you as you face new challenges and uncertainties.
Sharpham House: Reclaim Your Attention - digital detox retreat (3 nights)
Also With Ollie Frame
March 26 - 29, 2026
Cost: £425-£555. Time in nature, combined with mindfulness – training our attention to stay in the present moment - can offer a powerful antidote to digital distraction. A way to reclaim our attention.
Sharpham House: Find Your Peace a 3-night silent retreat
Also With Ramiro Ortega
June 21 - 24, 2026
£300-£495. 3 nights. Experience quiet and stillness for an extended time, within supportive company in a beautiful, nurturing setting.
Sharpham House: Rest and Renewal (3 nights)
Also With Viren Jeram
July 23 - 26, 2026
Cost: £445-£555. This short retreat offers the opportunity to step out of your busy schedule and find connection, rest and renewal through mindfulness practice and time spent in nature.
Sharpham House: Find Your Peace a 5-night silent retreat
Also With Dene Donalds
August 21 - 26, 2026
£495-£725. Experience quiet and stillness for an extended time, within supportive company in a beautiful, nurturing setting.
Sharpham House: Mindfulness for Beginners Retreat (3 nights)
Also With Martyna Raczka
September 14 - 17, 2026
Cost: £445-£555. During this retreat you will be introduced to ways of developing and sustaining a mindfulness practice and integrating your practice into daily life.
Sharpham House: Mindful Walking Retreat on the Sharpham Estate (4 nights)
Also With Viren Jeram
September 18 - 22, 2026
Cost: £545-£695 Explore mindfulness and connect with yourself and nature as you develop mindfulness and practice on Sharpham Estate’s beautiful surroundings.