The experience
A full day in nature to reconnect with your playful side through creativity, laughter, connection and gentle moments of reflection. Meet at 10am.

Retreat story
About the retreat
Life gets serious.
We spend so much time working, worrying, planning, rushing, looking after everyone else and trying to keep everything together… sometimes we forget what it feels like to simply play.
So this retreat is going to be a little different. A full day in nature dedicated to reconnecting with the part of you that existed before all the responsibilities, expectations and pressure.
There’ll still be those beautiful slower moments that you expect from a Mayan Retreats day, but this one is centred around joy.
No pressure to achieve anything. No need to be productive. No pretending to have everything figured out.
Just a day to switch off from adult life for a little while and remember the version of you who climbed trees, made things, explored, laughed loudly, got muddy and didn’t care what anyone thought.
Maybe your inner child needs nurturing. Maybe she needs freedom. Or maybe she just needs to come outside and play again.
Full meeting details and everything you’ll need for the day will be sent after booking. Come and spend a day being a little less grown-up.
Plan your arrival
Meeting and parking details for a smooth start to your day.
Meeting point
Lake District
What is included
Play, expression and imagination
Creativity without worrying whether you’re good at it
Nature, woodland and fresh air
Connection and laughter
Getting your hands dirty and letting yourself be curious
Gentle moments of reflection and grounding
On the day
The schedule
10:00am
Arrival and welcome — a full day of play, creativity, nature and connection
Arrive comfortable
What to bring
- Comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting muddy
- Warm outdoor layers and waterproofs
- Sturdy walking boots or shoes with good grip
- A packed lunch and any snacks you would like
- Plenty of drinking water
- A yoga mat or something comfortable to sit on
- A notebook and pen
A gentle invitation
Who it is for
For anyone who feels life has become a little too serious and wants space to reconnect with curiosity, play and joy. You don’t need any creative experience or to have everything figured out.
Category, venue and organiser
Questions before booking? Email hello@mayanretreats.co.uk.
Frequently asked questions
Where will we meet?
The retreat takes place in the Lake District. Your exact meeting point, parking link and arrival instructions will be sent in your booking confirmation. Please follow those details when planning your journey.
What time does the day begin?
We meet at 10am on Sunday 1st November 2026. Please allow plenty of time for your journey so you are ready for the welcome.
Do I need to be creative or have retreat experience?
No. This is a day to be curious, playful and present, with no pressure to be good at anything. You can take activities at your own pace.
Is lunch included?
Please bring a packed lunch, snacks and plenty of drinking water for the day.
What should I wear?
Comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting muddy, sturdy walking footwear, warm layers and waterproofs. The retreat is outdoors, so come prepared for changing weather.
