What is it?
ELEMENTAL: Four Elements Creative Retreat is a 3 day residential retreat for anyone with a creative work in progress.
When is it?
Please return to the retreat page to find latest retreat dates.
How much is it?
£725 for luxury shared accommodation.
or £625 if you book before 18 October.
Private accommodation options will be shown on the booking page.
Where is it?
Please return to the retreat page to find venue details.
Is it for me?
ELEMENTAL Creative Retreat is for anyone wishing to develop a creative idea or solve a creative problem through Natural Wisdom.
Your idea can be at any stage, from a scribble on the back of a napkin onwards. The Retreat offers a rich shamanic toolkit to progress your thinking, including exercises you can take away and use yourself.
Can I cancel?
Please see the terms and conditions tab on this page.
Why the Four Elements?
The four classical Elements—Air, Fire, Water and Earth—are the bedrock of our work (and the universe). They're universally familiar, making them an accessible and powerful route into natural wisdom. Come and see what they can do for your creative project!
Do I need to prepare?
To make the most of the Retreat, we recommend following a clean, healthy diet for a few days beforehand. You might want to minimise or avoid heavy or rich foods, caffeine and alcohol.
And of course, you'll want to give your project a bit more play time. The more lucid you are about it—the concept, any challenges you're facing and so on—the richer the downloads and the more constructive the feedback will be.
What's the Thinking Environment?
The Thinking Environment is a protocol developed by Nancy Kline to cultivate independent thinking and facilitate access to the genius of the hive mind.
Your idea/project/problem/question will benefit hugely from the honed attention of the other participants in this carefully curated group setting.
Packing list
The Retreat takes place in a semi rural venue. Surrounded by listed parklands, you will want to go for walks. It's November in mid Wales, so come prepared for all types of weather (except tropical sunshine).
There is no need to bring the kitchen sink—e.g. artists need not come with easel, palette and paints.
Ok, tell me one more time why I need to be on this retreat?
Nothing comes into manifestation without the Four Elements, in some combination or other. That includes your project.
Working directly with the Elements means getting under the bonnet of the creative process itself. What's the temperature like? Fan belt running? Check the water?
Working directly with the Elements means getting under the bonnet of the creative process itself. Temperature? Fan belt? Water? Fuel?
You get the idea. Well, you already have the idea. This is about the rubber hitting the road and moving forwards.
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Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before booking. By making a booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms.
1. Introduction
Welcome to the Elemental Creative Retreat (the "Retreat"), a unique three-day experience at a stately home in Wales. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") outline the policies for booking, payment, cancellation, liability, and conduct. By booking the Retreat, you agree to comply with these Terms.
2. Booking and Payment
2.1 Booking Confirmation
To confirm your booking, full payment is required at the time of reservation. Bookings are confirmed once payment is received, and you receive a confirmation email.
2.2 Payment Methods
All payments are by credit card processed by the secure platform Stripe.com.
3. Cancellations and Refunds
3.1 Participant Cancellations
Cancellation by Participant: If you need to cancel your booking, please notify us in writing at info@naturalwisdom.co
Cancellations made more than two weeks before the Retreat start date will receive a refund of 75%.
Cancellations made within two weeks of the Retreat start date are non-refundable.
3.2 Organizer Cancellations
Cancellation by Organiser: In the unlikely event that we need to cancel the Retreat, you will receive a full refund of all payments made. However, we are not responsible for any additional expenses incurred, such as travel or accommodation costs.
3.3 Transfers
Bookings are non-transferable to other individuals or future retreats unless explicitly agreed upon by the Organiser in writing.
4. Changes to the Retreat
4.1 Changes by the Organiser
We reserve the right to make minor changes to the schedule, facilitators, or activities as necessary. If significant changes need to be made, participants will be notified as soon as possible.
5. Travel and Accommodation
5.1 Travel Arrangements
Participants are responsible for arranging their own travel to and from the Retreat venue. The Organiser is not liable for any travel disruptions, delays, or cancellations.
5.2 Accommodation
Accommodation is provided for the duration of the Retreat, as specified in the Retreat details. Room assignments will be made based on availability, and specific room requests cannot be guaranteed apart from the one luxury en-suite room.
6. Health, Safety, and Insurance
6.1 Health Requirements
By booking the Retreat, you confirm that you are in good health and physically able to participate in the activities offered. Please inform us of any medical conditions, dietary restrictions, or allergies at the time of booking.
6.2 Insurance
The Organiser is not responsible for any injury, illness, or loss incurred during the Retreat.
6.3 Liability
The Organiser will take all reasonable precautions to ensure the safety of participants. However, by attending the Retreat, participants agree to release the Organizer, facilitators, and venue from any liability for accidents, injuries, or losses that may occur.
Please be aware the retreat takes place in a stately home that is currently undergoing renovation so some areas are under construction. These will be clearly indicated for your health and safety. No works will be carried out during the retreat, during which we have exclusive use of the premises.
7. Code of Conduct
7.1 Respectful Behaviour
Participants are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful and considerate manner toward other participants, facilitators, and staff. Any behaviour deemed disruptive, offensive, or harmful may result in the participant being asked to leave the Retreat without a refund.
7.2 Alcohol
This is an alcohol-free retreat
7.3 Property Damage
Participants will be held responsible for any damage caused to the Retreat property or venue during their stay.
8. Photography and Media
8.1 Consent to Photography
Photographs and videos may be taken during the Retreat for promotional purposes. By attending the Retreat, participants consent to being photographed or filmed, unless they advise the organisers regarding opting out before the start of the Retreat.
8.2 Use of Media
Participants may take photos or videos for personal use but are asked to respect the privacy of other attendees. No commercial use of Retreat content or imagery is permitted without the Organiser’s prior written consent.
9. Privacy and Data Protection
9.1 Personal Information
Any personal information provided during the booking process will be kept secure and used solely for the purposes of administering the Retreat. We will not share your information with third parties without your consent.
9.2 Communications
By booking the Retreat, you agree to receive communications from the Organiser regarding the Retreat. You can opt out of non-essential communications at any time.
10. Force Majeure
10.1 Unforeseen Events
The Organiser will not be liable for any failure to perform its obligations where such failure is due to circumstances beyond reasonable control, including, but not limited to, acts of God, war, pandemics, strikes, or other emergencies ("Force Majeure"). In the event of Force Majeure, the Organiser will endeavour to offer an alternative date or provide a partial refund at its discretion.
11. Contact Information
11.1 Further Support
For any questions or concerns regarding your booking or these Terms, please reach out using one of the channels below.
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