Mens Woodlands Retret
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Mens Woodlands Retret
Rookhow Bunkbarn, Woodland & Quaker Meeting, Rusland, Rookhow LA12 8LA, UK
Up to 30 in group
Mar 27 - 29, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- . Team bonding, everything will be done as a part of the team, setting up camp, cooking, every one will have their own roles in the weekend
- . 9KM hike for this physical activity, also included in this activity is a cold water dip
- . A mindset coach and author of a high performance book will be attending to delivery a mindset Q&A
- . Holistic practices, morning stretching and meditation, breathwork and journaling (journal provided)
- . Wrestling drills and physical exercise
About this Retreat
Your Guides
The Chavvy Hippy is a wellbeing facilitator, retreat leader, and space holder with years of experience guiding individuals and small groups through transformative wellbeing practices.
With a background rooted in real-life experience rather than textbook theory, he has spent years holding space within intimate circles, supporting people through conversation, reflection, and practical wellness techniques. His work blends elements of mindfulness, breathwork, movement, nature immersion, and holistic practices to help people reconnect with themselves and find balance in everyday life.
Known for his grounded and relatable approach, The Chavvy Hippy creates environments where people feel safe to open up, reflect, and reset. His mission is to help others step away from the pressures of modern life, reconnect with simplicity, and develop tools that support long-term mental and emotional wellbeing.
Details of this retreat
Our Woodland Retreats take men back to something many of us have lost — time in the wild, space to breathe, and connection with other men.
Set in a private 12-acre forest in the Lake District, we step away from modern luxuries and return to the basics. Fire, movement, nature, and honest conversation.
Through physical challenges and holistic practices, men are given the space to reset their mind, strengthen their body, and reconnect with themselves.
No distractions. No expectations. Just the wild and the chance to come back stronger.
Set in a private 12-acre forest in the Lake District, we step away from modern luxuries and return to the basics. Fire, movement, nature, and honest conversation.
Through physical challenges and holistic practices, men are given the space to reset their mind, strengthen their body, and reconnect with themselves.
No distractions. No expectations. Just the wild and the chance to come back stronger.
Schedule
First day/night - traveling, optional volunteer at site, helping each other with
tents/accommodation set up, stocking fire wood, making food and prepping camp for the two
nights.
Finish off the day with journaling, breathwork and chats round the fire
Second day - 7am Start to prepare breakfast for camp, fire going, morning meditation and
stretch,
9/1pm - 9k walk/hike and cold dip (optional),
1/4pm - time in camp, unwind, chill, food, have time to yourself however you want to treat this
time,
4/6pm mindset Q&A with Danny and wrestling drills optional, fun competition
Shower and getting ready
Start to prepare the food
7pm unwind time, fire in the woods, breathwork/journaling time
Third day - 7am Start to prepare breakfast for camp, fire going, morning meditation and stretch,
9/10am hike and last chance to connect with each other and nature before we set off back home
tents/accommodation set up, stocking fire wood, making food and prepping camp for the two
nights.
Finish off the day with journaling, breathwork and chats round the fire
Second day - 7am Start to prepare breakfast for camp, fire going, morning meditation and
stretch,
9/1pm - 9k walk/hike and cold dip (optional),
1/4pm - time in camp, unwind, chill, food, have time to yourself however you want to treat this
time,
4/6pm mindset Q&A with Danny and wrestling drills optional, fun competition
Shower and getting ready
Start to prepare the food
7pm unwind time, fire in the woods, breathwork/journaling time
Third day - 7am Start to prepare breakfast for camp, fire going, morning meditation and stretch,
9/10am hike and last chance to connect with each other and nature before we set off back home
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Into the wild wellness, Rookhow Bunkbarn, Woodland & Quaker Meeting, Rusland, Rookhow LA12 8LA, UK
Directions
Rusland, Rookhow LA12 8LA
Accommodation
The accommodation at Rookhow is simple, comfortable, and designed to support small groups in a peaceful woodland setting. The venue offers 3–4 shared bedrooms within the main building, along with bathroom and washing facilities. There is also the option for participants to camp within the surrounding grounds for those who prefer to stay closer to nature. Inside, the space includes a communal sitting area for relaxing and gathering, a shared dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen where meals can be prepared and enjoyed together. The facilities are practical and welcoming, providing everything needed while maintaining the venue’s natural, back-to-basics atmosphere.
Program Price
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Our men’s woodland retreat will take place at Rookhow, a peaceful off-grid venue set within the natural beauty of the Rusland Valley in Cumbria. The site is surrounded by ancient woodland and open countryside, providing a quiet and private setting immersed in nature. Within the woodland there is a central fire pit area nestled among the trees, creating a natural gathering space, as well as a small stream that gently runs through the forest.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
What's Included
- . Physical exercise such as walks/hike, wrestling drills and exercise
- . Whole foods menu included, with only single ingredient foods for optimal health
- . 2 nights stay you can either take advantage of our camping facilities or indoor dorm area
- . Mindset Q&A delivered by Danny from Wired For Performance
- . holisitic practices, meditation, breathwork, journaling delivered by The Chavvy Hippy
- . Stretching to start the day
What's Not Included
- transport not included
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