A purpose-led centre for health, wellbeing and community.
Sorrel Sanctuary exists to help people live healthier, more connected lives, through education, therapeutic support, preventative health and connection with nature.
From a rural property to a place of prevention.
Sorrel Sanctuary is being developed at Mount Sorrel, a rural property in Redbog, Blessington, Co. Kildare. The property will continue to operate primarily as a private residence, with designated areas used on a part-time basis to deliver structured health and wellbeing programmes, sensitive to the surrounding rural environment.
The organisation was established in response to growing demand for preventative health, workplace wellbeing and community connection. Our philosophy is simple: wellbeing is shaped by many interconnected factors, and the most meaningful change comes from prevention, self-awareness and practical skills, not treatment alone.
Indicative, connection & community
To create a sanctuary where people can reconnect with themselves, others and nature through evidence-informed experiences, community connection and personal growth.
Led by heart-centred people, we provide safe, well-held spaces where people can slow down, reconnect, and develop the awareness, skills and support to live healthier, more meaningful lives.
Sorrel Sanctuary helps people come back to themselves, through safe, well-held experiences that bring clarity, calm and honest self-connection.
Mount Sorrel.
The proposed Health & Wellbeing Centre will offer facilities to support a wide range of programmes while preserving the residential character of the site. Planned facilities include workshop and therapy spaces, a sensory room, accommodation and dining, an outdoor wellness area, sauna and cold-water therapy, a natural swimming pool, equine facilities, and nature trails and gardens.
The centre is designed at an intentionally human scale, a maximum of 24 participants and 30 people on site, so that every experience remains personal, safe and well-held.
Indicative, nature trails & gardensThe people behind Sorrel Sanctuary.
Aaron Browne
Director of Operations
Responsible for strategic and operational development, programme design, corporate partnerships and community engagement. Over twenty years in IT, project management and organisational systems, with more than a decade in the health and wellbeing sector.
Margaret Lawrie
Director
Provides strategic leadership and governance, and oversees the long-term development of Mount Sorrel. As owner and resident, she ensures the development stays true to its vision while preserving the residential character of the site.
Michelle Browne
Programmes & Equine Wellbeing
Supports programme planning, participant experience and equine wellbeing, contributing to the development of both community programmes and nature-based experiences.
The project is supported by a multidisciplinary team of professional advisors, including an architect, interior designer, structural engineer, environmental consultant, accountant and a Local Enterprise Office business mentor.
Strong governance under everything we do.
Professional governance underpins every aspect of Sorrel Sanctuary. Our directors meet regularly to review performance, progress and strategic priorities against clear principles.
- Ethical leadership and transparent decision-making
- Financial accountability and regulatory compliance
- Health, safety and safeguarding
- Environmental responsibility and continuous improvement
As we grow
Our structure will expand to include a Centre Manager, administration, qualified practitioners, counsellors, physiotherapists, programme facilitators, grounds & facilities staff and volunteers, a scalable team that maintains high standards of quality and care.