The ‘Hushed Hobby’ Retreat: Quiet Escapes for Reading, Enjoying Nature and Slowing Down

Escape the noise of everyday life and rediscover the quiet hobbies that help you recharge with a stay at one of Landal's tranquil resorts. Set in peaceful countryside, woodland and coastal settings, enjoy luxury accommodation surrounded by landscapes that inspire slower moments – whether reading, sketching, knitting, birdwatching, writing, or simply wandering with a camera.

Landal’s top picks for hushed hobby escapes include…


Woodland Lakes, Thirsk, Yorkshire
Lodges sleep up to 8

Surrounded by countryside, there is a naturally calm atmosphere at Landal Woodland Lakes where birdwatching becomes part of the rhythm of your day. With wildlife-rich landscapes stretching between the North York Moors and the Yorkshire Dales, pack your binoculars to spot a variety of species from within the resort’s bird watching hides or even from your lodge’s decking.

Many of the lodges sit right beside the water so you can step outside and enjoy your favourite pastime with a view over the lake.


Landal Clowance, Cambourne, Cornwall
Lodges sleep up to 8


Located in the rolling Cornish countryside, Landal Clowance is set within a historic 97-acre estate, offering an idyllic backdrop for scenic leisurely cycle rides and walks.

The beautiful recreational lake at Landal Clowance offers the chance to take a rowing boat out and enjoy the water – with a serene setting where you can drift, unwind and take in the surrounding nature from a different perspective. Head back at the end of the day for a relaxing dip in your own private hot tub.


Landal Rockingham Forest, Wansford, Northamptonshire
Lodges sleep up to 8

A peaceful spot for anyone who loves to get immersed in a good book, Landal Rockingham Forest sits on the edge of ancient woodland, so you’re surrounded by tall trees, walking trails and the kind of stillness that makes reading outdoors feel effortless. Whether you settle on your lodge’s decking or find a secluded bench among the trees, the calm atmosphere makes it easy to switch off and sink into your own world between the pages.

With a mix of forest paths, open glades and wildlife-rich pockets of nature, it’s also perfectly placed for other hushed hobbies such as photography and walking. The light filtering through the trees, the changing colours of the woodland, and the gentle landscape all give you plenty to capture with a camera. Long or short walks feel unhurried here, and every route offers something worth noticing. You might even spot deer or foxes as you enjoy listening to bird song – and a Jay may make an appearance too!