The couple teaching midlifers how to have sex

For most couples in their 40s, 50s and beyond, the idea of attending a sex retreat is probably about as appealing as joining the queue at Waitrose.

But thankfully the kind of retreats run by Sarah Rose Bright and her partner, Graeme Waterfield, are a far cry from any Eyes Wide Shut scenario or Killing Kittens sex party. There’s no nudity, saucy costumes, wild orgies or any hint of wife swapping – and neither are attendees obliged to share tales in the group.

“We focus on teaching, discussion and simple exercises – but all intimate practices between couples happen privately,” insists Bright, 51, whose wholesome looks belie the fact she’s one of Britain’s leading sex coaches .

“People assume this means I’m amazing in bed and sexually voracious,” she laughs. “But actually, it was fee