Explore the Meditative Gardens, woodlands and meadows. As you walk under our magnificent Beech tree you will see the Tori Arch which enters into the Shinto woodlands. On your journey you will pass the wishing tree and enter into the reflective ponds, you may even get the chance to see our heron or kingfisher.

The ponds provide a calm, reflective space in the landscape and also an ecological sound way for processing the grey water from the centre. The flow forms aerate the water as it travels through the pond system creating a healthy environment for fish and rare aquatic plants.

Across from the ponds you will see an ornamental herb garden where we are growing medicinal herbs that in-turn will heal the land and heal people. The formal box hedges and central fountain are classic sacred garden design.

You are invited to walk the seven sided meditative labyrinth. Our former gardener Ed, when he became agitated, would walk the labyrinth and regain his sense of calm.

You will come across universal symbols associated with a wide range of faiths that have been carved from local limestone, explore and discover the language of symbols.

You will see a naturally fallen oak with a tree of life figurative stone; we are planting an oak circle for future generations.

Each of our guests who celebrate their Marriage Celebrations at our Wedding Venue is given a tree as a permanent connection and to compensate the environment so that The Matara Centre becomes carbon neutral. Collectively over the next several years we will create a unity parkland.

The Reverse Spiral provides a healing experience. You enter the spiral, walk in a single direction leaving your past cares behind. As you meet yourself in the centre you leave on a different path symbolising a process of transformation and renewal.

Our Brides Grooms and Wedding Guests seem to be naturally attracted to the Spiral Maze. See if you can spot the universal Ying and Yang symbol on your way back.

Opening times
1st May - 30th September Tuesdays & Thursdays
1.00-5.00 pm or by appointment year round.
Call 01453 861050.
Fee: £3.00 adults, children free