The Big Retreat 11-13 September, Cambridgeshire

11–13 September 2026

Abbots Ripton, Cambridgeshire Adults only

Three days to switch off, let your hair down and do more of what makes you feel good.

The Big Retreat Cambridgeshire is an adult-only feel-good festival where wellbeing, adventure, live music and great food come together for one unforgettable weekend.

With 300+ experiences included in your ticket, you can shape the weekend exactly as you want it. Start your morning with yoga or wild swimming, discover inspiring talks, fitness, creative workshops and cookery demonstrations, then dance the night away with live music and DJs.

Come with friends, as a couple or on your own. Do as much or as little as you like – this weekend is yours.

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It isn’t a traditional retreat. It isn’t a traditional music festival.

You don’t have to follow a prescribed programme, be experienced in wellbeing or spend the entire weekend exercising.

At The Big Retreat, you choose what feeling good looks like for you.

That might mean a fitness class followed by wild swimming. It could be a creative workshop, an inspiring talk and a long lunch with friends. Or perhaps you want to slow everything down with yoga, a massage and a sauna—before enjoying live music, dancing to a DJ, having a drink at the bar or simply relaxing beneath the evening sky.

There’s no right way to do The Big Retreat.

DISCOVER YOUR WEEKEND

The Big Retreat Cambridgeshire is for adults who want something more from a weekend away.

It’s for:

Friends looking for a weekend that offers more than eating, drinking and watching bands
Couples who want to escape everyday routines and share new experiences
Solo travellers who want freedom and independence without feeling alone
People who love wellbeing but also love music, laughter, food and a proper night out
Curious beginners who want to try something new without pressure or judgement
Anyone who wants to return home with brilliant memories and a little more spring in their step

You don’t need to be super-fit, flexible, spiritual or already part of the wellbeing world. You simply need to be open to finding your own feel good.

What could your weekend look like?

Relax and reset

Start with a gentle yoga or breathwork session, take a dip in the lake, enjoy an inspiring talk and spend the afternoon unwinding in the spa. Finish with good food and live music as the sun goes down.

Laugh, dance and reconnect

Come with friends or meet new ones then fill your day with fitness, cookery, creativity and something completely unexpected. In the evening, let your hair down with ABBA, Queen, DJs and festival dancing.

Try something new

Give paddleboarding, bushcraft, cold-water swimming or a new fitness trend a go. Discover a speaker who changes the way you think, learn a creative skill and end the weekend with a story you’ll still be telling months later.

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Friday 11 – Sunday 13 September 2026 Abbots Ripton Estate

Your tickets unlock:

Three days of beautifully curated mind–body–soul experiences designed to help you reconnect, recharge and feel good again.

300+ curated sessions to help you feel good your way

Daily yoga, fitness, craft. talks, workshops

Wild swimming

Gong baths, sound healing & deep rest sessions

Feel Good Field: confidence, intimacy, personal development & real-life wellbeing

Chef demos, tastings, fire cooking & hands-on workshops

Live bands, sunset sets & DJs

Hot showers, beautiful facilities & calm spaces to relax

Optional upgrades: hot tubs, wood-fired saunas, massage, feasting experiences & specialist premium workshops.

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BEST FESTIVAL EVER! This is the best festival I have ever been to and I’ve been to a few! It is a total immersion in all things that are good and nourishing for the body and the mind.

“the first time I’ve felt like myself in years”

"I love festivals, live music, yoga, nature, wellbeing activities and topics and good food so I couldn’t believe it when I first came as it was a complete package of all the things I love in one lovely long weekend ♥️"

Everything is just wow. If you haven't been. Get booking 🤩

"familiarity of things like yoga but also new experiences. Enjoy that music and entertainment is offered for evening experience. Good food

"its location and its values. All the activities that are included in the ticket price is amazing ."

"I like the diversity of the different events, and meeting lots of other people."

"Location and ethos" "It’s all rounder " "The vibe and ethos. A chance to meet like-minded people and nurture yourself. An opportunity to try new things. "

"The atmosphere.. the music.. good food. "

"It's size. It's not too big; I would find bigger festivals too overwhelming. The variety of activities, the consideration given to the environment and it's location. "

"I love that almost everything is included in the ticket price. The range of yoga sessions and classes is brilliant and a beautiful location."

EVERYTHING ALL IN ONE PLACE Everything from the weather, views, performances, talks, camping, classes, location to the staff were all amazing

Size & choice of activities " "I love the variety of the activities available, the delicious food and the atmosphere created by the event and the type of people that attend. "

"The variety of things on offer, like several festivals in one.

"The selection of activities on offer and the chilled ambience"

So much. Size of the site and its cleanliness. Range of activities and the number that are included in the ticket. The location is great and people are amazing."

"How many different activities there were to try in the well-being genre, Mr motivator was a huge highlight The friendly, relaxed atmosphere was lovely

"It was my husband and I first festival of this kind. We loved how calm, relaxed, refreshed but also invigorated."

I love the whole wellness experience, the people are so friendly. It feels very down to earth "

"It’s Big; it’s a Retreat; and it’s a Festival "

"A great variety of well delivered activities, friendly relaxed atmosphere, great location, "

"The atmosphere , the decoration and surroundings . The range of well being activities "

"The atmosphere, all of it!! "

"How much was included in the ticket price. The variety of things on offer and the comedy! "

"Having lots of different things to try and just being out in nature and enjoying being free and in a friendly inclusive environment "

"Such a beautiful place with almost everything included in the ticket price :)"

"Variety of offerings"

"Large variety of workshops and activities something for everyone "

"The atmosphere is incredible. Plenty of activities, inspirational talks. Great entertainment. Absolutely loved my last BRF. "

"The fact it is about the whole person "

"The magic teapot was the best! Mr motivator! The talk tent, music and beautiful food were also up there."

The relaxed vibe. Choice of activities. The bands."

The Big Retreat Cambridge

Abbots Ripton, Cambridgeshire

Set within the stunning parklands of Abbot’s Ripton Estate — just a few miles north of Huntingdon and under an hour from London or Birmingham by train.

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A truly nurturing environment where we can enhance your wellbeing emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually. We encourage you on your journey of selfcare.

Massages, hot tubs, and facial yoga workshops are available at an extra cost—you can book these with your weekend ticket or visit our spa reception at the festival.

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