Crafty Women Retreat

Welcome to A Weekend in the Woods

Details

Date: Saturday 19th and 20th September 2026 (option to arrive on the Friday night)
Arrival: 10 AM
Departure: 3:30 PM
Cost: £99 per person

We are delighted to invite you to the third gathering of Crafty Women, a weekend designed to create space for women to relax, connect, and explore their creativity in the heart of the Shropshire woodland. Whether you are seeking hands-on crafting, time in nature, or simply a peaceful escape, this weekend is about freedom, choice, and connection.

A Weekend to Unwind and Connect

Over two days, you’ll have the chance to:

Leatherwork: Craft your own foraging pouches

Work with Rawhide – make a simple rawhide rattle or pot/container

Felting: Explore natural fibres and textures to create beautiful, tactile pieces

Fire Lighting: Learn the skills to safely start and maintain a woodland fire – a really empowering skill to harness

Shelter Building: Construct a natural shelter — and for those seeking the ultimate adventure, sleep under the stars in your creation

All workshops are optional — you can pick and choose, or simply watch, sip tea, and soak up the woodland atmosphere in a hammock or by the campfire

What’s included

Saturday evening meal: Cooked with love over the campfire, nourishing and delicious

Sunday breakfast: Light, wholesome, and perfect for a morning in nature

Tea, cake, and treats: Available throughout the weekend to keep spirits high

What to bring

Camping gear: Bring all your usual camping equipment, including your tent. (You’re welcome to use the campfire for cooking if you’d like.)

Seating: A chair if you prefer, although there are plenty of stumps and natural seats if you’d like to go “au naturel.”

Baked goods: Please bring a baked treat to share — this helps ensure there’s always plenty of cake to enjoy.

Bread & cheese: Bring a loaf of bread and a block of cheese so everyone can nibble and share throughout the weekend.

Head torch or flashlight for moving around after dark.

Warm, cosy clothing suitable for spending time outdoors — layers are best!

Why Join?

Immerse yourself in a creative, supportive community of women

Take time to unwind and reconnect with yourself and nature

Learn new skills and explore traditional craft techniques

Enjoy delicious, wood-fired meals and the comfort of the forest

Leave refreshed, inspired, and grounded

Registration

Spaces are limited to ensure a relaxed, intimate experience. Don’t miss this chance to step away from everyday life, embrace your creativity, and connect with nature and community. We look forward to sharing this magical experience with you.

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