November 13th-16th 2026£350 per ticket
The Moat House Stafford
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Silly Little Retreat 2026
What actually happens at a silly little retreat?Think: a beautiful country venue, a small group of people who already get it, and a weekend where absolutely no one is going to mention burning off your dinner.
We mix real learning with actual fun. You'll leave with your cup full and probably a few new mates.
Expert led movement and nutrition sessions
Body liberation circles and honest conversations
Life drawing, craft, entertainment & more
Firepit, burning circle & delicious foods
As much or as little socialising as you want
❋ Zero diet cultureNo calorie talk, no body transformation chat, no wellness BS. Just movement that feels good and food that nourishes.
❋ All bodies, genuinely welcomeFat friendly venue, accessible, and a community that means it when they say everyone belongs.
❋ No pressure, everJoin in, sit out, go for a walk, hide in the library — there's no right way to spend the weekend. Seriously.
❋ Real communityA small group means you'll actually connect. Attendees last time described it as meeting "your people" in real life.
"My cup was filled to the brim." That's what retreats are supposed to do. We take that seriously.
A mix of sessions, activities, and gloriously unscheduled time. Everything is opt-in, always.Friday
Welcome drinks, grazing buffet & comedy bingo (with prizes!)
Saturday
Breakfast (included with room) silly little walk (weather dependent) movement session, gentle nutrition circle with build your own snack plate, craft activity, grazing buffet & silly little prom - plus plenty of down time with the use of our private library room for colouring, reading and relaxing.
Sunday
Breakfast (included with room) stretch session, body liberation circle, life drawing, roast dinner - plus plenty of down time with the use of our private library room for colouring, reading and relaxing.
Sunday survivors
Firepit, fitness Q&A, snacks & burning circle
Monday
Breakfast (included with room), reflection & goodbyes
Please note that all sessions are subject to change and orders, timings are sorted closer to the event
In the words of people who were actually there
"It was so freeing to spend time with people, in a space, that welcomes ALL bodies. It was the first time, maybe ever, that I had full permission to relax, to take up space."
Ellie
"I expected to come away feeling happy but drained. But the ample opportunities for rest meant I actually felt fully refreshed at the end of the weekend."
Toria
"My brain and my body are at peace with themselves, and my heart is full. I can't recommend it enough."
Eleanor
"Out with burning calories, earning your dinner and eating clean. In with nourishing your body and getting stronger so you can smash the patriarchy."
Lizzie
"I came away feeling empowered to take up space and do things that work for my body. I learnt so much and felt so heard and seen throughout."
Gemma
"The SLR was a gorgeous, relaxed and safe space to be among people with the same values. Fab hosts, venue and people. Would highly recommend."
Amy D
Is this for you?
The Silly Little Retreat is for anyone tired of wellness spaces that make them feel like a project to be fixed.
You want to move your body without anyone mentioning earning or burning food
You're looking for community with people who actually get it
You want a proper break - restful, stimulating, or both
You're an introvert who still wants connection (hello, library)
You're a Snack Pass member ready to meet your people IRL
You've never done anything like this and it's slightly outside your comfort zone (so worth it!)
Ready to fill
your cup?
Silly little retreat will take place at The Moat House, Stafford, organised and led by Amy Snelling, Rach Wardle and Jeanette Thompson-Wessen from Friday 13th - Monday 16th November 2026 - we are going bigger and bolder for our 2nd retreat this year!
Retreat weekend tickets are £350 and limited to 20 spaces.
A non refundable deposit of £50 is required to secure your retreat ticket with full payment required by 30.10.2026 (two weeks before the event).
Payment by instalments is welcome for your retreat ticket provided that full balance is paid by the date specified above.
Once a deposit has been received you will be sent details on how to book your discounted hotel room at The Moat House. Room rates are £105 per night single occupancy (including breakfast) and £115 per night for twin occupancy (including breakfast). You are welcome to organise room shares (subject to hotel availability) within the group chat. All accommodation bookings and enquiries are being dealt with directly through The Moat House.
It is up to you whether you would like to stay for two nights (Friday/Saturday) or three nights (Friday/Saturday/Sunday) but please note the retreat ticket price remains the same and you may miss some activities depending on your departure time.