Our Singing Retreat this year in the Forest of Dean will run from Friday 14th to Sunday 16th August 2026. The earth will be warm and the season will be joyous, so come and sing, and bask in the glory of summer!
The Singing Retreat will be held at The Wilderness Centre in Mitcheldean, a stunning retreat centre with beautiful views across the Wye Valley and set in acres of wildlife meadows and ancient woodland. This an area of outstanding natural beauty. You can choose to stay in comfortable shared rooms (shared with only one or two others) or camp with stunning views across the valley. Delicious home cooked meals will be provided from Friday evening to Sunday lunchtime. We can have camp fires under the stars at night or chill out in the huge lounge area.
You can arrive on Friday any time after 4pm and enjoy the idyllic surroundings. Dinner will be served at 7pm followed by singing in the evening. Over the weekend, there will be a glorious mix of 3 and 4 part harmony singing, ranging from uplifting Gospel, Shape note, contemporary, Folk, World and original compositions. Early morning yoga will be on offer for those who fancy some bodywork and invigorating stretches on the Saturday and Sunday morning. A cabaret on Saturday evening will be an opportunity to perform/share your talents. On the Sunday morning, there will be a singing session followed by lunch.
Bring any musical instruments for jamming and singing sessions in the evenings. The Singing Retreat in the Forest of Dean is a wonderful few days of singing, good food, celebration and community in beautiful surroundings. Cost is £245 for shared accommodation (sharing mostly with only one or two others) with possible option for exclusive acccommodation; £230 camping/campervan. Day visitors welcome.
Please Contact us if you’re interested in booking a space for the Singing Retreat or would like more information.
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