Now is the time for me to go on retreat. I have resigned myself to the fact that progress and a life of pure happiness are inevitable.

I've never been before and I haven't got  money to spare.  

​​​​​​​I'm in London UK. Any recommendations? 

Hi Ruth,

If you don't mind working for five hours a day, then I recommend Gaia House work retreats:

https://gaiahouse.co.uk/retreats/work-retreats/

Goenka retreats are also free. The Suffolk ones are closest to you.  See:

https://www.dhamma.org/en/schedules/schuk

best regards,

Conal