Combining wellness with business, conference venues offering retreat packages provide a unique environment that enhances attendee well-being and productivity. These venues offer spa treatments, yoga classes, and healthy dining options, reducing stress, boosting creativity, and fostering team cohesion. By investing in wellness experiences, event organisers can create memorable events that reflect a commitment to work-life balance and ultimately lead to higher engagement and satisfaction among attendees.
Conference News explores six new conference venues with wellness offerings in the UK:
1. Hand Picked Hotels, Channel Islands
Hand Picked Hotels’ Braye Beach Hotel in Alderney, Fermain Valley Hotel in Guernsey, and L’Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa in Jersey host wellness retreats designed to promote mindfulness and offer an escape from the pressures of daily life. Delegates can participate in activities such as Pilates and cycling, aimed at revitalising both body and soul while enjoying the unspoilt natural landscapes of the Channel Islands. Each retreat offers nutritious, locally sourced food to nourish guests as they unwind.
Website: https://www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/wellness-retreats
2. Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estate
Down Hall Hotel in the East of England offers a countryside wellness retreat with activities such as guided meditation, sound bathing, yoga, and breathwork, all designed to enhance mental well-being. The two-day ‘Overnight Wellness Retreat’ package accommodates corporate groups of up to 100 delegates. Set in 110 acres of stunning greenery and woodlands, it provides an idyllic setting for immersive workshops and relaxation. Prices start at £269 per person.
Contact: 01279 731 441
3. Mar Hall, Scotland
Mar Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort is expanding with 30 new woodland lodges set to be completed by spring 2025. These luxurious lodges will blend rustic elegance with modern comfort, offering stunning views of the River Clyde and the Kilpatrick Hills. The lodges will provide exclusive retreats, complete with hot tubs and outdoor terraces, while guests can enjoy cycling through the grounds or relaxing in the newly refurbished pool and spa facilities. The development also includes a commitment to ecological restoration, creating a rich environment for native species.
Contact: reservations@marhall.com
4. YOTEL Glasgow
YOTEL Glasgow’s new corporate retreat package caters to Gen Z professionals, focusing on work-life balance and mindfulness. The package includes mental well-being sessions, overnight stays in Premium Queen rooms, and access to VEGA, YOTEL’s in-house destination venue. The customisable retreat package is designed to host various corporate events, from meetings to large-scale presentations. Starting at £170 per person, it includes meals, drinks, and even a round of bowling.
Contact: nicola@iamatomic10.com
5. Center Parcs
Center Parcs takes corporate well-being to the next level with the exclusive hire of its Aqua Sana spa facilities. Available for groups of 90–200 people, the package includes access to 25 multi-sensory experience rooms, including the treetop sauna, alongside two therapist-led sessions to help delegates unwind. Corporate guests can enjoy the spa after a day of networking, with prices starting at £5,000 + VAT.
Website: https://events.centerparcs.co.uk
6. The Belfry Hotel & Resort
The Belfry Hotel & Resort, a renowned venue for meetings and events, is expanding with the addition of The Masters Suite, a new 852 sqm event space opening in 2025. This will increase the resort’s capacity to 920 delegates, making it ideal for large conferences, product launches, and award ceremonies. The Belfry also offers an extensive wellness programme, including a Fire & Ice Experience and a range of ESPA treatments, perfect for post-event relaxation.
Event and Meeting Offering:
- Capacity for up to 920 delegates
- 468 bedrooms
- Outdoor and indoor team-building activities
- State-of-the-art AV technology
- Free parking and EV points
- Green Meetings
Website: https://www.thebelfry.com/
These venues provide a perfect blend of work and relaxation, ensuring a productive yet rejuvenating experience for attendees. With the growing emphasis on wellness in the corporate world, these retreats offer a unique opportunity to combine business with well-being.
