As the events industry continues to demand resilience, creativity, and relentless energy, women and non-binary professionals often find themselves giving constantly, yet rarely pausing to recharge. The Women in Events Winter Retreat, taking place 30–31 January 2026 at De Vere Horsley Estate, Surrey, offers a dedicated space for rest, reflection, and personal renewal.
Created for business leaders, freelancers, and teams, this retreat is designed to boost energy, restore focus, and nurture wellbeing, translating directly into professional performance. By investing in yourself, or your team, through this retreat, you’re not just offering time away: you’re cultivating clarity, creativity, and sustainable leadership for the year ahead.
A Programme That Empowers Mind, Body, and Team Potential
Across two days, participants engage in carefully curated experiences:
Restorative Yoga & Somatic Movement – Restore energy, reduce stress, and recalibrate for peak performance.
Forest Bathing & Nature Connection – Strengthen focus, resilience, and emotional intelligence.
Vision Mood-Boarding & Goal Setting – Translate personal renewal into actionable professional clarity.
Guided Self-Care & Mindfulness Practices – Equip leaders with tools to model wellbeing for themselves and their teams
Circle Sharing & Networking – Build authentic connections and be witnessed by peers who understand the brilliance, burnout, and pressures unique to your industry.
Why This Retreat Matters
Co-founders Lucy Eden and Gabrielle Austen-Browne, both experts in wellbeing, human sustainability, and diversity in events, created the retreat to support those who spend their careers supporting others. “This retreat is about giving back to ourselves,” says Lucy Eden. “Personal wellbeing is the foundation of professional success.”
The first retreat, held at Tewinbury Farm, quickly became sold-out, with attendees calling it:
"The single best thing I’ve done for myself this year." – Shonali Devereaux, CEO, Meetings Industry Association
"This retreat was transformative, time away to reflect and reset made me sharper, calmer, and more strategic at work." – Priya Narain, Event Leader
"A rare opportunity to invest in yourself and your wellbeing while connecting with inspiring peers. The energy I took back to the office was palpable." – Cheryl Thornton
Who Should Attend
Whether you’re a freelancer, corporate leader, or business looking to invest in your team’s wellbeing, this retreat qualifies for wellbeing, D&I, L&D, and training budgets. It’s a space for professionals at all levels, from emerging talent to industry veterans, to restore, recharge, and return to their work with renewed clarity, courage, and creativity.
Step Into 2026 with Intention and Energy
Limited spaces remain for this immersive overnight retreat at the historic Horsley Towers Mansion House, including accommodation, meals, curated wellness experiences, and ongoing support through a private professional community.
Register today: Women in Events Winter Retreat
Contact: Lucy Eden & Gabrielle Austen-Browne
Email: womenineventsretreat@gmail.com
Invest in your wellbeing. Invest in your business. Step into the year restored, inspired, and ready.
