Step into the forest, slow down and breathe again
Marthrown of Mabie is the perfect place for outdoor retreats, wellness weekends, creative workshops and team reset days. Here, the forest becomes your meeting room. The trails become your breakout space. And the quiet becomes the teacher you didn’t know you needed. Whether you’re hosting a yoga retreat, a mindfulness gathering, a leadership workshop or a wellbeing weekend, our setting makes everything feel calmer and more grounded.
Retreat Features
Choose Your Retreat Space
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Roundhouse
Step into the heart of the forest and feel the gentle magic of the Roundhouse. With its natural timber, soft light and calm, earthy atmosphere, it’s the perfect place for workshops, movement sessions or quiet group circles. The Roundhouse helps people relax, open up and connect, making every retreat moment feel meaningful and rooted in nature.
Earthy and Historic
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Loch View
This peaceful area overlooks the water and invites your group to slow down, breathe deeply and take in the stillness. It’s ideal for morning meditation, journaling, breathwork or reflective breakout sessions. With the loch stretching out before you and the trees behind you, this space naturally encourages clarity and calm.
Calm and Peaceful
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The Marquee
This spacious outdoor area gives your retreat room to spread out, learn and unwind. Use the marquee for teaching, group work or sheltered activities, then let your guests relax in the hot tub as the forest settles around them. It’s a welcoming social hub, perfect for connection, conversation and a gentle end to the day.
Traditional Relaxation
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Solway Firth
With wide-open views across to the Solway Firth and the Lake District fells, this spot is filled with inspiration. It’s ideal for sunrise sessions, reflective exercises or creative work that needs space and fresh air. The vast landscape helps your group think bigger, breathe deeper and feel truly lifted by the beauty around them.
Spacious and Free
Event Space Availability
To check if your ideal dates for exclusive use of the site are available, check the calendar below. If they are, hurry and contact us now to secure your dream outdoor venue!
Wood Fired Hot Tub* and Sauna
a touch of luxury
Our wood fired hot tub and sauna awaits you. Imagine soaking in warm water, surrounded by ancient trees, or unwinding in the sauna after a day of forest exploration.
Relax Under the Stars
It’s relaxation at its finest, far from the hustle and bustle. Lay back, gaze at the stars and soak away.
* Hot tub must be booked in advance of your arrival
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What Kind of Experience Do You Want to Create?
Every retreat has its own energy. Let us know the atmosphere you’re dreaming of. Be that peaceful, energising, reflective or a little bit of everything, and we’ll guide you to the perfect spaces at Marthrown of Mabie.
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Why Hold Your Retreat in the Forest?
There is something special about spending time in nature. The forest helps people slow down, clear their minds and reconnect with what truly matters. When your group steps into Mabie Forest, the noise of everyday life fades away and a sense of calm takes over. It’s the perfect setting for growth, creativity and real connection.
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A Space Designed for Connection
At Marthrown of Mabie, your retreat doesn’t need to squeeze into a traditional hall. You can gather in the Celtic Roundhouse, move freely in our open woodland areas, or take quiet moments on the trails. Every space encourages conversation, reflection and teamwork in the most natural way.
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Accommodation That Feels Warm and Welcoming
Your group stays in cosy glamping yurts, peaceful woodland cottages or simple camping areas — each offering comfort with the magic of being close to nature. Whether you want shared spaces or private corners, we help you choose the right mix so everyone feels at ease and ready to switch off.
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Flexible Spaces for Any Style of Retreat
Whether you’re planning a wellness weekend, a leadership retreat, a creative course or a team reset, our wide range of indoor and outdoor spaces make it easy to shape your experience. You can create layouts that work for teaching, resting, moving or simply being together.
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Plan a Retreat That Makes a Difference
You don’t need to have every detail figured out. Share your ideas and we’ll help you shape a retreat that feels meaningful, personal and easy to run. Whether you’re an experienced retreat leader or hosting for the first time, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Everything You Need, Right Here
The Celtic Roundhouse brings warmth and atmosphere to your sessions, while our yurts, cottages and woodland spaces give your group a peaceful place to rest, reflect and reset. This is a retreat where real change happens. Slowly, gently and naturally. If you want your retreat to feel relaxed, authentic and free from distractions, Mabie Forest is the perfect backdrop. Your guests can move, breathe and learn surrounded by fresh air, ancient trees and the soft sounds of nature.
And the best part? There are no hidden costs. Just the space, the forest, and freedom.
On-Site Glamping Accommodation
Your guests can stay close by in our yurts, cottages, bell tent, and camping spots, keeping everyone cosy and connected all weekend long.
Why Marthrown is So Special
It’s the magical setting. It’s the feeling. The Celtic Roundhouse. The wild views. The sense of privacy and peace. The joy of having friends and family gathered around a fire under the stars.
With exclusive use, your special day becomes a weekend (or longer) full of laughter, late nights, and lasting memories.
Hurry, Before the Views Disappear
Nature never stands still. The trees around us are growing fast. The sweeping Solway Firth views you’ll enjoy from your picnic table today may be hidden by the forest’s growth in the seasons to come. If you’ve ever dreamed of watching the sunrise from your own luxury yurt, now is the time to book. Don’t wait — the trees are growing fast!
Event Space Availability
To check if your ideal dates for exclusive use of the site are available, check the calendar below. If they are, hurry and contact us now to secure your dream outdoor venue!
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Pick your site exclusivity:
Exclusive
Need space for everyone and you want the whole place to feel like your own world? This is the option for you. You’ll enjoy exclusive use of the entire site, with all accommodation, The Marquee, The Celtic Roundhouse, The yurts, tipi, and camping areas. It’s your own private festival space. The entire site is unavailable for other guests.
Exclusive Full Site Use
Top Site
Want to spread out and give your group a space that feels like its own little world? This option is perfect for you. You’ll enjoy exclusive use of the top site area, including the Celtic Roundhouse, the yurts, the tipi, the camping areas, and the marquee. It’s your own private festival space, while the rest of the site remains available for other guests.
Partially Exclusive