2027 Mysore Retreat
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We're delighted to announce that our friend, supporter and wonderful designer Jane Crowfoot will be leading our retreat in Mysore. The retreat will run from 22nd January to 4th February 2027 at The Green Hotel, with comfortable accommodation on a full board basis. These dates do not include the time required to travel to/from the Retreat, so please do factor that into your planning.
Jane will lead seven morning workshops including both a crochet and a knitting project for those who wish to participate. Afternoons and weekends will be free to explore the city and surrounding countryside.
Knit for Peace retreats are both extremely friendly and very relaxed. Join in as much or as little as you wish. Come on your own and make new friends or bring a non-crafting partner or friend to share with you. Everyone is welcome. The retreat could be an excellent first introduction to India, or a joyous return to a lovely city.
The weather in Mysore in January is usually beautiful and sunny. The town itself is interesting and still retains its old-world charm. There are many places of interest to visit including palaces, a world-famous market, temples and nearby bird sanctuaries and wildlife reserves.
Accommodation is in The Green Hotel which has a variety of styles of rooms. Traveller’s Rooms are basic, but ensuite and comfortable. Rooms in the Palace are idiosyncratic and may involve access by stairs.
Meal provision is full board, breakfast, lunch and dinner, buffet meals, including vegetarian options with packed lunches available for days out. Complimentary tea, coffee and water are provided during the workshops. Other refreshments are available including licensed drinks at extra costs. There is also an in-house bakery which trains women to be bakers, and a pleasant café serving lovely cakes.
How to get to Mysore:
Participants will have to arrange their own flights. There are no direct flights from the UK to Mysore.
The nearest International Airport is Bangalore which is served by British Airways. We can suggest a flight to you if you would find that helpful.
The onwards journey to The Green Hotel is approximately 2-3 hours. We can assist in arranging for taxis, on a shared basis, if you wish, for the journey from Bangalore to The Green Hotel at an extra cost.
Proposed Itinerary
Friday 22nd January: Recommended lunch time flight from Heathrow for UK attendees
Saturday 23rd January: Arrive in Bangalore early morning, transfer by taxi to The Green Hotel. Free Day. Catch up on sleep etc.
Sunday 24th January: Morning Workshop with Jane Crowfoot, introduction to the projects
Optional: (At own expense) Evening visit via tuktuk to the lights at Mysore Palace (switched on at sunset)
Monday 25th & Tuesday 26th January: Morning Workshop
Wednesday 27th January: Free Day
Thursday 28th & Friday 29th January: Morning Workshop
Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st January: Free Weekend
Monday 1st February & Tuesday 2nd February: Morning Workshop
Wednesday 3rd February: Morning Workshop - Show and Tell
Thursday 4th February: Free Day. Workshop concludes
Friday 5th February: Recommended morning flight to Heathrow for UK attendees
Participant numbers are capped at 16 for the workshops, but non-crafting partners and friends are very welcome to come to enjoy the City and surrounding countryside. Please refer to Price List for the costs of shared rooms.
Morning Workshops take place under the shade of the canopies in the hotel gardens from 10am through to lunchtime.
Free Days: There are lots of things to do in your spare time. You may want to check out the shops and attractions by taking short tuktuk rides into the city. At weekends it is possible to organise longer trips out with a dedicated driver, such as those to see temples, historical attractions and animal sanctuaries. Day trips are not included in the cost of the holiday but tend to work out at a very reasonable price.
It is usually possible to buddy up with other participants to have joint outings and shared trips. It is often popular to take a walk around the nearby University Lake before breakfast.
Jane and her husband Andy have visited Mysore a number of times and may be able to make suggestions about places to see.
Workshop Project: Jane will create both a knit and crochet project using Mysore as the inspiration. Techniques such as beading and colour work will be included in the project and Jane will be on hand to help with any queries you might have throughout workshop sessions. Complimentary project kits will be provided for each participant, and a list of required equipment will be sent a couple of weeks before the trip so that you can pack accordingly. Participants in the UK will be sent their project kit to pack and bring along too. Working through the set project is optional and it is a good idea to bring another project to work on during your free time.
Booking process
Please contact us directly to book your place. We will then request further information from you, including your room preference.
Once your booking is confirmed, we will then ask for payment of a non-refundable £250 deposit. Details on how the deposit is to be paid will be provided on notification that a space has been allotted to you to attend.
The Terms & Conditions of the Retreat.
The FAQ of the retreat.
Room Prices
