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
Sharpham House: Mindfulness for Beginners Retreat (3 nights)
Also With Lynette Robinson
June 14 - 17, 2025
Cost: £425-£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: Find Your Peace a 3-night silent retreat
Also With Martyna Raczka
June 22 - 25, 2025
£300-£475. 3 nights. 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 Dene Donalds
July 28 - 31, 2025
Cost: £425-£555. During this retreat you will be introduced to ways of developing and sustaining a mindfulness practice and integrating your practice into daily life.
Retreats at Home: Mindfulness for challenging times - a 1-day online retreat
Also With Nicky Mason
August 9, 2025
This 1-day Retreat at Home can help support and nourish you as you face new challenges and uncertainties.
Sharpham House: Summer Embrace retreat - 5 nights
Also With Ethan Pollock
August 18 - 23, 2025
£625-£775. Embrace summer & be immersed in mindfulness, meditation, creativity & nature.
Sharpham House: Christmas Retreat (5 nights)
Also With Ramiro Ortega and Maite Alonso
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 Maite Alonso
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.