Colleen Kennedy
Sunday 27 September 2026 · Wicklow, Ireland
Roots of
Resilience
Roots of
Resilience
A Living Apothecary Experience
An Autumn Day Retreat for Healthy Ageing, Seasonal Wisdom &
Natural Vitality
DATE
Sunday 27 September 2026
TIME
10:30 am – 5:00 pm
LOCATION
Anam Kara, Wicklow
EXPERIENCE
Herbal Baths · Tastings · Remedy Making
This is not simply a retreat
This is a living
apothecary experience.
A day where herbal medicine comes alive through direct experience, seasonal
wisdom and hands-on learning. Not studied. Not observed. Felt.
"True resilience is not built through constant striving.
It is cultivated through rhythm. Through nourishment.
Through returning to our roots."
Taste
MEDICINAL PREPARATIONS
Taste
MEDICINAL PREPARATIONS
Experience
BESPOKE HERBAL BATHS
Experience
BESPOKE HERBAL BATHS
Create
SEASONAL REMEDIES
Restore
YOUR CONNECTION TO NATURE
What you'll experience
The Living Apothecary
Experience
Touch, taste, smell and work directly with medicinal plants and seasonal remedies
Bespoke Medicinal Herbal Bath
Immerse yourself in carefully crafted herbal bath preparations designed to soothe the nervous system, support circulation and encourage deep restoration. Wood-fired sauna and spring water shower on site.
Seasonal Remedy Making
Learn how traditional remedies are prepared and how plants can be used to support resilience through autumn and winter. Celtic and Ayurvedic traditions come alive through hands-on work.
Herbal Tincture Tastings & Plant Walk
Experience the flavours, energetics and therapeutic qualities of seasonal herbs through guided tastings and medicinal food experiences rooted in the wisdom of the season.
Science Meets Soul
Modern insights into DNA, lifestyle and longevity woven together with planetary influences and the energetic qualities of plants. Ancient wisdom meets modern understanding. What I like to call Slow-Ageing as opposed to Anti- Ageing
Chef prepared Seasonal Longevity Lunch
Enjoy a nourishing lunch inspired by food-as-medicine principles and the abundance of the season, prepared thoughtfully for the occasion.
Take-Home Apothecary Samples
Leave with seasonal remedies, apothecary samples, recipe booklet and an E-book to continue your learning long after the retreat ends.
Your Host
Colleen
Kennedy
Clinical Herbalist · Naturopath · Nutritional Therapist
Creator of The Vitality Code™
For over two decades, I've been fascinated by a simple question: How do we live well as we age?
My journey has taken me from studying Ayurveda in India to training in Herbal Medicine, Naturopathy, Functional Medicine and Nutritional Therapy — working with hundreds of clients through my clinic in the West of Ireland.
Yet some of the most profound lessons have not come from textbooks or laboratories. They have come from the plants themselves. From observing the seasons. From understanding how our ancestors worked with the rhythms of nature to support vitality, resilience and wellbeing.
Today, my work bridges science and soul. I'm passionate about helping people understand the connection between modern insights — genetics, nutrition, lifestyle medicine — and the timeless wisdom found in herbal traditions, seasonal living and nature.
Creator of The Vitality Code™
The Setting
Anam Kara Wellness
Glendalough House, Co. Wicklow
Set within the breathtaking landscape of the Wicklow Mountains, Anam Kara Wellness is a thoughtfully curated sanctuary where nature, wellbeing and restoration come together.
Throughout our day together, the landscape itself becomes part of the teaching. The plants, the changing season, the rhythms of nature and the restorative surroundings invite us to slow down, reconnect and remember.
"At the heart and foundation of Anam Kara Wellness is my love for Ireland and a way of life that supports health, healing and long-term wellbeing."
— Sophie Anderton, Founder
Early Bird €249 available until 31 July 2026
Reserve Your Place
Your place includes a chef-prepared seasonal lunch, guided workshops, herbal tastings, remedy-making, bespoke herbal bath experience, your own handcrafted take-home apothecary, a printed recipe booklet and a comprehensive ebook to continue your learning at home.
Sunday 27 September 2026 · Anam Kara Wellness, Co. Wicklow
Early Bird — Save €48
Early Bird Rate
€249
Available until 31 July 2026.
Full payment today.
FULL INVESTMENT
€297
From 1 August 2026.
PAYMENT PLAN
€110 × 3
1st Instant Payment · 1st Aug · 1st Sept
Total: €330
(A small admin fee is required for spreading payments)
All prices include full-day experience, herbal bath, organic lunch, apothecary samples & take-home resources.
Tickets are non-refundable but fully transferable.
Everything you need to know
Still have questions? Reach out to Colleen directly and she'll be happy to help.
Who is this retreat for?
This retreat welcomes all adults ready to explore healthy ageing, seasonal wisdom and natural vitality — whether you're curious about herbal medicine, navigating your own health journey, or simply craving a day of genuine restoration. No prior experience needed, just curiosity.
What's included in the price?
Your day includes the full Living Apothecary experience — bespoke medicinal herbal bath, seasonal remedy demonstrations, herbal tastings and medicinal foods, take-home apothecary samples and resources, and a seasonal organic lunch.
What should I bring or wear?
Comfortable, easy layers are best, as the day includes a herbal bath experience. We'll send full guidance (including what to bring for the bath) in your confirmation email after booking.
Is this suitable if I'm new to herbal medicine?
Yes — completely. This day is designed to be experienced, not studied. No background in herbalism, nutrition or natural health is required. Just an open mind and a willingness to slow down.
Can I bring my partner?
Yes — couples are very welcome. Please book a separate place for each person attending. It makes for a wonderful shared experience.
What's the cancellation policy?
Tickets are non-refundable but fully transferable. If you're unable to attend, you're welcome to pass your place to someone else — just let us know in advance.
Is there an early bird rate?
Yes — the early bird rate of €249 is available until 31 July 2026. From 1 August, the full rate of €297 applies. The earlier you book, the more you save.
Sunday 27 September 2026 · Wicklow, Ireland
Step away.
Return to your roots.
One day. A shift that lasts.
Early bird pricing ends 31 July 2026
Colleen Kennedy
© 2026 · Roots of Resilience · Anam Kara Wellness, Co. Wicklow
Questions? Contact Colleen
Date
27 Sept 2026
Early bird
€249 until 31 July
Early bird ends
€249 · 31 July
Early bird
€249 until 31 July
Early bird ends
€249 · 31 July