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Wild Haven 

Renew

September 2027

Three nights to pause. Space to breathe. Time to renew.

An opportunity to slow down, step outside the usual routines and reconnect with what matters to you.

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Dates: Friday 24th - Monday 27th Sept 2027

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Location: Tan Llan, Llanelltyd, nr Dollgellau, North Wales

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Price: from £795

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Retreat for healthcare and allied professionals, and personal caregivers

The Retreat

As summer gives way to autumn, the equinox offers a natural moment to pause and take stock. Wild Haven | Renew is a luxurious, fully catered three-night retreat set in the beautiful surroundings of Eryri national park, created for those who need time away from the demands of work and everyday life.​ Over three nights, you'll have the chance to step away from the noise, breathe a little more deeply and gain some perspective. To replenish your energy, reconnect with yourself and others, and consider what you want to carry forward into the season ahead.

Set in beautiful, peaceful surroundings, your weekend will combine luxury accommodation, nourishing food, nature, gentle outdoor activity, creativity, coaching and quiet time.

The Venue

Set in the heart of Eryri National Park, Tan Llan is a beautifully restored Grade II listed country house surrounded by mountains, valleys and dramatic Welsh landscape.

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The historic house combines original 18th-century character with stylish contemporary interiors and spacious, luxurious accommodation. Alongside the Main House, the beautifully converted Coach House provides further peaceful accommodation.

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The house offers 8 bedrooms: a luxury master suite, 4 further double ensuite rooms (2 in the main building and 2 in the coach house annex, one of which is a small double), and 3 double rooms with shared house bathroom. One of these can be arranged as a twin if required eg if booking with a friend. All rooms are sold on a single occupancy basis unless requested otherwise. 

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The beautiful grounds include extensive lawns, mature woodland, and the river Mawddach runs at the end of the garden. There are multiple living areas, several with cosy fires, and plenty of nooks to snuggle with a book. Or perhaps you would prefer a dip in the river,  time in the sauna with open views across the grounds, a stroll in the garden or to explore further afield.  

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​With Cader Idris rising beyond the gardens and nature quite literally on the doorstep, Tan Llan feels wonderfully secluded. As summer gives way to autumn, Tan Llan offers the perfect setting for Wild Haven | Renew: somewhere beautiful to settle into a restorative weekend away from everyday life.

The Location

Tucked away in the heart of Eryri National Park, Tan Llan is surrounded by mountains, valleys and beautiful Welsh countryside. Just two miles from the charming town of Dolgellau, it feels wonderfully secluded while still being easy to reach.

With Cader Idris rising dramatically beyond the gardens and the River Mawddach flowing at the end of the garden, the landscape is part of the experience from the moment you arrive. There are walks and outdoor adventures on the doorstep, but this retreat is designed to be enjoyed at a slower pace — and you won't need to go far.

Much of our time will be spent at Tan Llan itself: enjoying the beautiful house and gardens, sharing meals, spending time outdoors, relaxing by the fire, and making the most of the peaceful surroundings.

There will be opportunities to explore further afield for those who want to, but equally, you can spend the whole weekend simply settling into the house, enjoying the landscape and giving yourself permission to do very little.

It is a place where the pace naturally slows, the views invite you to look a little further, and there is space to breathe.

An opportunity to slow down, step outside the usual routines and reconnect with what matters to you.

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The catering

I am delighted that Zoe from Lily & Lotus Yoga and Kitchen will be joining us to provide delicious nourishing food for the weekend.

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Zoe is a trained and experienced Ayurvedic and vegan retreat chef, specialising in catering for wellness retreats.

Zoe has a PhD in Cancer Sciences and spent several years working as a cancer researcher. Her scientific background has shaped the way she thinks about food — as something that can nourish the body. She gets a lot of joy from cooking and pours this joy and love into providing inventive and nurturing food on retreat.

She has been vegetarian since the age of eight and vegan for the past nine years. She is passionate about creating wholesome, whole food that tastes good and makes you feel good too.

For Wild Haven | Renew, Zoe will be creating fresh, thoughtful meals throughout the weekend, balanced and appropriate for the season & time of day,  giving you the chance to enjoy beautiful food, good company and, for once, let someone else take care of you.

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Most dietary requirements can be accommodated. Please provide details at time of booking.

What is included

  • Three nights of luxury accommodation

  • Fully catered, nourishing meals and refreshments from Friday evening to Monday morning

  • Time immersed in nature and beautiful surroundings

  • Gentle outdoor activities and opportunities for relaxing adventure eg wild swimming, guided walks, meditation

  • Sauna

  • Guided coaching and reflection

  • Creative and restorative activities eg nature crafts, sound baths

  • Time to relax, read, walk, or simply be

  • A small, supportive group of like-minded people.

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All activities are optional and you can simply make use of the stunning surroundings and accommodation to rest in a way that suits you.

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What is not included:

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  • Travel to the venue

  • Drinks and food outside of the catered offering

  • Alcohol

  • Travel insurance

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Example itinerary

The itinerary will be decided nearer the time based on weather, however likely activities include wild swimming, sauna, walks, group coaching and circles, sound baths, nature-based crafts, shared meals and plenty of free time. All activities are optional.

We will meet late afternoon on Friday 24th and say our goodbyes on Monday morning, with the option of a final local walk after checking out of our accommodation. We will spend as much time as possible outside and immersed in nature.

Meals from Friday evening meal to Monday breakfast are included.

Your host

My name is Emily Hurst. I have been an NHS doctor for over 15 years, and I understand both the rewards and challenges that can come with working in a caring profession.

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Having experienced burnout, stress, anxiety, bereavement and periods of questioning my own sense of purpose, I understand how easy it can be to keep going while losing sight of what you need yourself. For me, nature became an important place to pause—a place where fresh air, movement and space helped me think more clearly and simply be.

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These experiences have shaped my passion for creating Wild Haven—a space where people, particularly those working in caring professions, can step away from the pressures of the workplace and daily life to connect with others who understand. I am passionate about helping people navigate the challenges, changes and decisions that life and work can bring.

 

You will often find me outdoors. Spending time in nature has become an important part of how I look after my own wellbeing. I love kayaking, canoeing, hiking, skiing, playing tennis and swimming. I'm a novice knitter and watercolour painter, and also a keen musician; I enjoy playing a variety of musical instruments—another way I find creativity, connection and space away from the demands of everyday life.

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The cost

All prices listed are per person for single occupancy unless stated otherwise. If you are booking with a friend/partner and wish to share a double room, or if you would be willing to share a twin room but are booking alone, please contact me.

 

Early bird pricing for bookings made before the end of 2026. Prices may increase by £25 (£20pp for shared twin room) for bookings made in 2027.

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Master ensuite  – large ensuite room down a private corridor with bath and shower - £950 

Double (ensuite) – £895 

Small double (ensuite) - £850

Double (shared bathroom) – £850 

Twin (shared bathroom) -  £795 per person (for two people booking together, or contact me if booking alone but willing to share). Or £850 single occupancy.

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Payment plans are available on request.

Secure your room now with a deposit of £300.

Images are a representative selection of the rooms available.

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