The inaugural Retreat Awards are here!
The UK Retreat Awards have been created to celebrate something that’s been quietly growing for years - retreats as a powerful, meaningful and increasingly important part of the wellness, business and personal development landscape.
For too long, retreats have sat in the background of larger travel or wellness awards. But the truth is, retreats are their own category entirely - combining experience, facilitation, safety, logistics, transformation and care.
These awards exist to recognise that.
Award Categories
We’ve created categories that reflect the diversity and depth of the retreat space:
Best Business Retreat
For retreats that drive real results, growth and strategic transformation.
Best Wellness Retreat
For deeply restorative experiences that prioritise wellbeing, balance and care.
Best Fitness Retreat
For high-quality, energising retreats focused on movement, strength and physical wellbeing
Best Coaching Retreat
For powerful, structured retreats that create clarity, breakthroughs and personal growth.
Best Creative Retreat
For retreats that inspire. creativity, self-expression and new ways of thinking.
Best Specialist Retreat
For niche. retreats serving a specific audience or need with depth and expertise.
Best Day Retreat
For impactful, well curated, single day experiences that deliver real value.
Most Transformational Retreat
For retreats that create meaningful, lasting change in people's lives.
Best UK Retreat Venue
For exceptional UK venues that elevate the retreat experience.
Best International Retreat Venue
For outstanding global venues delivering unforgettable settings and service.
Each category recognises retreats that deliver meaningful, well-designed, safe and impactful experiences.
Why These Awards Matter
The retreat industry is growing fast - but with that growth comes responsibility.
Many retreat leaders are doing incredible work, creating life-changing experiences for their guests. But behind the scenes, there’s also a lack of awareness around standards, compliance and what it really means to operate safely and professionally.
The UK Retreat Awards are about:
Celebrating the very best retreats across the UK and internationally
Raising awareness of standards, safety and compliance (including PTR)
Giving retreat leaders the recognition they deserve
Creating a space where the industry can evolve and grow properly
This isn’t just another awards night.
It’s about shaping the future of the retreat industry.
Event Details
Date: Thursday 19th November 2026
Time: Evening event (arrival from 6:30pm)
Location: Parrs Bank Hotel, Warrington, Cheshire
Set within one of Cheshire’s most beautifully restored historic buildings, Parrs Bank provides the perfect backdrop for an evening that blends elegance, celebration and community.
Expect a relaxed but elevated atmosphere, bringing together retreat leaders, wellness professionals, coaches, founders and industry supporters from across the UK.
Nominations
Nominations are open to retreat leaders, businesses and venues who are delivering exceptional retreat experiences.
You can:
Nominate your own retreat
Nominate someone else
Submit across multiple categories where relevant
Shortlisted entries will be reviewed by a panel of judges with expertise across travel, wellness, business and community impact.
Nominations open until 30th June.
Shortlisted finalist announced 1st August.
Sponsorship Opportunities
We are working with a small number of carefully selected category sponsors who align with the values of the awards.
Sponsoring an award category offers:
Brand visibility across our marketing and awards communications
Association with a fast-growing and influential sector
A place at the awards evening
The opportunity to present an award on the night
Exposure to a highly engaged audience of retreat leaders and wellness professionals
Most importantly, it positions your brand as supporting quality, professionalism and integrity within the retreat industry.
Award sponsorship is just £199.
Please email [email protected] to enquire
Our Sponsors
Who will be there?
The UK Retreat Awards will bring together:
Retreat leaders and hosts
Coaches and facilitators
Wellness professionals
Travel and hospitality partners
Industry experts and judges
Brands supporting the retreat space
It’s a room full of people who care deeply about creating meaningful experiences — and doing it properly.
An Industry Moment...
This is the first event of its kind in the UK.
Not because retreats are new - but because it’s time they were recognised, supported and held to the same standards as the wider travel and wellness industries.
This is about celebrating what’s already happening…
while quietly raising the bar for what comes next.
Join Us!
Whether you’re entering, sponsoring, judging or simply attending, you are part of shaping the future of this industry.
Nominations open NOW!
Tickets on sale and sponsorship enquiries available now.
Tickets are just £75pp
Buy a table of 8 for £499 (save £101!)
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