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Meet Sarah
Hello, I’m Sarah. As the founder of The Walled Garden Sanctuary, I’m delighted you’re here.
Nostell is a wonderful place, and the first time I walked into the grounds, I felt something that I can only describe as a gentle, steady sense of calm. It felt safe and comforting, almost as if the place itself was saying to me, “You can breathe now”, and it was clear that this was the place we needed to be.
Meet Sarah
Hello, I’m Sarah. As the founder of The Walled Garden Sanctuary, I’m delighted you’re here.
Nostell is a wonderful place, and the first time I walked into the grounds, I felt something that I can only describe as a gentle, steady sense of calm. It felt safe and comforting, almost as if the place itself was saying to me, “You can breathe now”, and it was clear that this was the place we needed to be.
Finding my way here
When I look back, my spiritual journey likely began in my early years. With a constantly active mind, I often lost myself in daydreams and sensed a deeper dimension to life beyond the everyday. In 2004, someone special gave me my first crystals. This was the moment something really connected for me.
I met my first spiritual teacher, Pamela, a couple of years later. She helped me explore crystals and spirituality more deeply, introducing me to mediumship development. It opened up a part of my life that felt very natural, even if I didn’t fully understand it at the time.
Having personally experienced the benefits of Reiki, I felt that I needed to share its healing power with others. Eventually, I met my Reiki teacher, Cheryl, who guided me through all the levels of training. She helped me until I became a Reiki Master myself.
Around the same time, I trained with Elke Rosenberg in crystal healing. Her teaching has shaped so much of how I work today.
As the years went on, the idea of creating a calm space for others kept returning to me. I wanted a place where people could step away from the noise for a while, breathe, rest, and feel more like themselves again. That vision slowly grew into The Walled Garden Sanctuary.
Why the Sanctuary Exists
Life often becomes overwhelming, and we often neglect our own needs without realising it. The Sanctuary offers a space where you don’t have to. It’s somewhere you can switch off for a little while, take a breath, and permit yourself to look after your wellbeing. There’s no judgement and no expectation. You can simply come as you are.
From here, I offer one-to-one sessions, Reiki and crystal healing, and small retreats. Each one is held with compassion and care, at a slow and gentle pace. The aim is always the same: to help you feel calmer, more grounded, and more connected to yourself.
The Spirit of the Place
Nostell, steeped in history, is a truly special place. The Sanctuary is nestled within the ancient walled garden of a former 12th-century priory dedicated to St. Oswald. There’s a sense of peace here that many people notice as soon as they arrive. You don’t need to know the history to feel it, but it does add another layer of meaning to the space.
There are stories about healing springs, ancient rituals and a protective energy around the grounds. Whether you believe in these things or prefer to see it as a beautiful coincidence, people often say they leave feeling lighter, clearer, or more at ease in themselves. I think the land holds a gentle wisdom, and it has a way of giving people what they need at the time.
Your Sanctuary
If you feel drawn to visit, I would love to welcome you. Prior spiritual experience certainly isn’t required, and whether you’re looking for rest, a reset, or simply a moment of quiet, that is more than enough reason to come.
Whenever you feel ready, you’re welcome to explore the Sanctuary and see what feels right for you.
