Lucy Eden and Gabby Austen Browne have joined forces to launch a new retreat programme to address the wellbeing and sustainable career development of women working in events.
The Seasonal Retreat – For Women and Non-Binary folk who Lead, Create, and Care has been launched to provide quarterly sanctuaries specifically designed for female event professionals seeking balance, community, and renewed purpose in their careers.
It kicks off with an inaugural one-day Seasonal Retreat on Saturday 18th October at Tewinbury Farm in Hertfordshire.
“When women in events come together, we’re not just creating space, we’re reclaiming it. In an industry where we so often care for others before ourselves, this is our permission to pause, to reconnect with our own rhythms, and to nourish each other in the process” explained retreat co-founder Lucy Eden.
“We’re acknowledging that our wellbeing directly impacts our ability to create inclusive, accessible, extraordinary experiences for others. These spaces matter because they recognise that caring for ourselves isn’t selfish, it’s a necessity,” added co-founder Gabby Austen Browne
The programme’s seasonal approach aligns with natural rhythms often overlooked in the industry’s 24/7 culture:
- Winter retreats focus on stillness and introspection through cosy and nurturing gatherings and visioning work
- Spring retreats emphasise awakening creativity and igniting new possibilities
- Summer retreats celebrate abundance through nourishing meals and outdoor connection with nature and the elements
- Autumn retreats s centre on reflection and graceful transition practices
“To introduce what’s to come across our year-long series of seasonal retreats, we’re launching a one-day immersive taster experience,” said Eden. “In business, we check in quarterly, but when it comes to ourselves, we often set intentions in January and don’t pause again until year’s end.”
The October retreat offers a holistic experience designed specifically for women’s needs and energy cycles. The day-long programme includes:
- Sacred circle connections creating timeless bonds of mutual support that extend beyond the event
- Seasonal, harvest-inspired cuisine featuring fresh juices, wholesome plant-based energy foods, and nourishing meals crafted with intention and sustainability in mind
- Expert-led industry sessions sharing authentic experiences of highs and challenges in events careers, with space for personal reflection
- Gentle yoga and mindful movement specifically designed to support women’s bodies, hormones, and natural energy cycles
- Forest bathing and natural foraging to create personal inner compass tools
- Women’s tea ceremony for story-sharing and heart connection in sacred sisterhood
- Grounding candlelight meditation to close the day with intention and calm
- Curated retreat goodie bag filled with handpicked, soulful keepsakes for ongoing journey support
The experience extends beyond the single day, with participants gaining access to a supportive WhatsApp community, two follow-up integration Zoom sessions at one week and three weeks post-retreat, and exclusive access to future seasonal retreats in 2026.
The programme represents a partnership between experienced industry professionals committed to sustainable change in events culture – Eden brings extensive experience in wellness programming, via her company Be In Your Element while Austen Browne, founder of Diversity Alliance, contributes deep industry knowledge, advocacy and expertise for inclusive wellbeing practices.
Early Bird tickets are available at £250. Find out more here