Terms and Conditions

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This Retreat will be held at Amplefourth Abbey on the 24-26th October 2025.

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1. Booking:

a. You can either book via our website Beehivewellbeing.co.uk or contact us via email at beehivewellbeing@gmail.com

b. To book you will be required to complete a booking form and pay the deposit or full retreat fee.  

c. On making this payment you are completing your booking and are accepting our terms and conditions laid out in this document.

d. Once booked you will receive an email via the website if you booked that way and/or an email from beehive wellbeing confirming your booking. At this point you may be asked for further details, to complete the information required, such as dietary requirements, accessibility information and preexisting medical concerns we should be aware of.

e. Further information will be supplied after this confirming specific details for your Retreat stay.

f. Bookings can only be made for people 18 years and over.

g. No pets are allowed at the Retreat.

h. Booking information will be stored appropriately following our Privacy Policy guidelines. ​

 

2. Payment:

a. A £200 deposit is required per person for each residential retreat booking. This is non refundable upon cancellation unless the residential retreat space is filled. If we are able to fill the space we will make contact with you to arrange the refund.

b. You are required to pay the balance in full 12 weeks prior to the Retreats first day. An invoice will be sent to you 14 weeks prior and a phone call will be made to you at 13 weeks to confirm receipt of the email. Payment can be made via BACS payment.

c. If the balance at 12 weeks is not paid bin full, then your space will be retained and Beehive Wellbeing are entitled to advertise the Retreat space and retain all payments already paid. 

 

3. Cancellation Policy:

a. We hope you don’t have to cancel, but if you do:-

Any cancellations will only be processed if they are submitted in writing to beehivewellbeing@gmail.com with your name, details of the booking and your telephone number. Once received they will be reviewed and responded to promptly.

b. If you cancel your booking prior to 12 weeks before the Retreat is due to start (1st day of the retreat) we will re advertise your space on the retreat and only if we can fill the space, we will issue a refund minus a £55 cancellation charge. 

c. If you cancel your booking 6 to 12 weeks prior to the Retreat is due to start (1st day of the retreat) we are unable to refund unless we fill the space. If we are able to fill the space we will issue a refund minus £100 cancellation charge. If you wish to give your place to someone else then a transfer fee of £30 will be charged to change name and make arrangements for a new guest. 

d. If you cancel under 6 weeks prior to the Retreat is due to start (1st day of the retreat) we are unable to offer any element of the fee in a refund. At this point we will have paid tutors and purchased goods. We recommend that you take out personal insurance cover to protect you in this instance. 

​e. If we have to cancel the Retreat for any reason, a full refund will be arranged to you within 28 days by the same method paid.  We do advise that comprehensive travel insurance is taken out by you to cover any cancellations. 

f. Tickets bought for day guests are non refundable but may be transferred to another party.

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4. Changing your Booking:

a. Should you need to change your booking, such as transfer to someone else or transfer to another date, this can only be done at the discretion of Beehive Wellbeing and transfers can only be made if we are able to fill the space that is booked. An administration charge of £30 will be required for the changes made. If you choose to transfer to an earlier retreat date, this fee will be waivered. 

 

5. Retreat Security

a. Please ensure the safety of your personal possessions with you. We recommend that you keep your valuables with you.

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 6. Incidents, Accidents and Damage:

a. If items are damaged or broken in the space you are using, please report this as soon as possible to one of the Beehive Team. We will take information and photos of the damage. Please be aware let we have the right to charge for damage or breakages made whilst you stay at the Retreat. This includes charging if non-complimentary items go missing.

b. All incidents and accidents must be reported to one of the Beehive Team immediately.

c. We do request that noise is kept at a responsible level to respect the other people staying with us. If the noise is not acceptable and has not been reduced on request, we do reserve the right to ask you to leave the Retreat.

d. We do expect people’s behaviour to be appropriate to those attending the Retreat and to the Beehive Team members. We will not tolerate rudeness or anger displayed to anyone involved in the Retreat. We do reserve the right to ask you to leave the Retreat if required.

e. Please note that Beehive Wellbeing cannot be responsible for any loss, damage or expenses due to circumstances beyond our control or if our terms and conditions have not been followed.

 

 7. Smoking and Drinking at the Retreat

a. Please note that smoking and/or vaping can only take place outside of the building in the designated smoking area.

b. The sensible drinking of alcohol is permitted, no bar is available however you are welcome to bring your own alcohol. 

 

8. General housekeeping will be undertaken by Ampleforth Abbey, no bedroom housekeeping will not be undertaken.

 9. Should you have any questions at any time please contact us at beehivewellbeing@gmail.com 

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10. We aim to run all advertised workshops and classes. Please note these may be changed at the discretion of the organisers should the need arise. ​​​

 

​​​​Prices are per person

£200 deposit is payable at the time of booking. The balance is due 12 weeks before the event.​

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What is included in the cost?

A fabulous craft break away featuring:

• 6-7 individual craft workshops and around 14+ hours of fully tutored crafting time.

• Accommodation for two nights.

  • Two breakfasts, Two lunches & Two evening meals

• An abundance of tea and coffee and cake!

• Water and squash

• Free parking​

 

FAQs

Are there any hidden extra costs?  

No absolutely not, we believe in offering fabulous retreats that that offer great value for money. All workshops are included in your booking and are inclusive of the tutoring, materials and use of tools on the day. All meals, cakes, tea, coffee and squash and water are included

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​Can I choose the crafts I do?

This will be a small retreat with many crafts on offer over the retreat, you will be spoilt for choice. At some sessions you will have the opportunity to choose which craft is your preference.

 

What do I need to bring with me?

Just your personal items. Unlike most retreats, we provide all craft materials for you, this means no frantic shopping with a list before you arrive. 

 

Is the venue accessible?

This venue is accessible with some accessible bedrooms. Please inform us on booking your accessibility needs, this will ensure we can support your needs and allocate you an accessible bedroom. 

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I don’t know anyone and I’m nervous about joining the retreat. 

Most people come on their own and after your first cup of tea and a natter about crafts you’ll have plenty of people to chat with over the weekend. We promise!

 

Do I have to share a room with someone else?

No, you can book a sole occupancy room just for you. We will have the option of some shared rooms if you have a friend you wish to share with please let us know. 

 

Bedroom facilities.

The retreat has various bedrooms located across several accommodation spaces in heritage spaces.  Bedrooms are modest and simply furnished with white bedlinen and ensuite bathrooms. 

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Is there a bar?

We do not have a bar onsite, the bonus of this is you can bring your own bottle if you wish to enjoy a drink during the evening social times. This will save you the dreaded bar prices, that you can always spend on crafts later!

 

Is parking available?

Yes, free onsite parking is available for all those attending our fabulous crafters retreat. Evening meals and breakfast will be served in the Newsome Buildings.  

 

 

In the unfortunate event of transport cancellations resulting in you not being able to attend we will not be able to provide a refund. We will not be liable for any personal costs to attend the workshop, including transport, hotels for example.  We recommend guests consider undertaking their own insurance.

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