Crough Wood Wellness

At the foothills of the Comeragh Mountains, Crough Woods Wellness is a soulful sanctuary rooted in nature, healing, and heritage. Created by holistic therapist Claire O’Sullivan, this unique experience invites visitors to slow down, reconnect, and immerse themselves in the restorative power of the natural world.

A Woodland Sanctuary

Surrounding the space is Crough Wood, a rare native Irish woodland rich in ancient oak trees, abundant wildlife, and cascading waterfalls. This living ecosystem offers a deeply peaceful setting for reflection and connection. In 2025, the woodland was awarded Best Community Woodland in Ireland at the RDS Irish Forest and Woodland Awards, recognising the care and dedication of the community in preserving this special place.

Guided Wellness Experiences

With nearly two decades of experience, Claire offers a range of holistic practices, including yoga, mindfulness, sound healing, and forest therapy. Drawing on both traditional and intuitive approaches, her guided experiences take place outdoors along mountain tracks, encouraging visitors to fully engage with the landscape and embrace a sense of calm and clarity. Some experiences may also include elements such as wild swimming, offering a truly immersive connection with nature.

Sustainability & Connection

Crough Woods Wellness operates with a strong commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. Experiences are designed to minimise impact by following defined paths and respecting the surrounding ecosystem, while also encouraging visitors to embrace Leave No Trace principles. As custodians of the woodland, protecting and preserving this natural environment is at the heart of everything they do.

Experiences

Crough Woods Wellness offers a range of immersive, nature-based experiences designed to help visitors slow down and reconnect. Options include private guided woodland experiences for groups, featuring a gentle wander through the award-winning forest, meditation, forest bathing, and foraging, followed by a tea ceremony. The Forest Dipping experience combines guided yoga, mindful movement, and a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear rock pools beneath the waterfall, creating a deeply restorative connection with the landscape.

Experiences take place outdoors along mountain tracks, with an indoor space available for yoga if needed. Visitors are advised to dress for the elements and bring swimwear for water-based activities. Optional add-ons, including tea or coffee and a local artisan treat at Crough Coffee, are available for private groups. Scheduled experiences can be booked online, while private sessions are subject to minimum group sizes or equivalent charges.

Plan Your Visit

Experiences are guided in English (with some Irish phrases) and take place in an outdoor setting, which may not be suitable for those with mobility concerns. Public bathroom facilities are available nearby at Crough Coffee, and visitors are encouraged to advise of any dietary requirements at least 72 hours in advance. For any additional queries, it’s best to get in touch directly ahead of your visit.