The Mid-Year Pause

A Luxury 3-Night Sekawomen Residential Retreat

Burleigh Court, The Cotswolds | 14–17 June 2026

Space to rest. Reflect. Re-energise.

The Mid-Year Pause

A Luxury 3-Night Sekawomen Residential Retreat

Burleigh Court, The Cotswolds | 14–17 June 2026

Space to rest. Reflect. Re-energise.

Whatever your life stage this may be for you if…

You would value time to reflect on the year so far.
You appreciate thoughtful conversation with like-minded women.
You long for a few days in beautiful, calm surroundings.
And you would like to return home feeling clearer and lighter.

What you’ll experience…

DEEP REST

Time slows down here. Mornings begin gently. Conversations are unhurried. You are not organising, hosting, or holding everything together. Instead, you can sit back and relax. Through nourishing meals, restorative practices and quiet moments in the beautiful hotel grounds, you gain energy and enjoy a renewed sense of peace and calm.

HONEST REFLECTION

You’ll step back from the noise of everyday life and look at your year so far with clarity rather than pressure. Not to criticise or analyse - but to understand. To notice what has worked, what no longer fits, and where you want to focus more attention. You won’t spend the time looking in the rear-view mirror. You’ll use reflection to shape intention.

RENEWED DIRECTION

As the days unfold, your focus turns forward. Through a combination of thoughtful coaching, meaningful conversation and time alone to think, you’ll begin shaping how you want the rest of 2026 to feel. You’ll leave with clarity and a stronger sense of direction - returning home not just well rested, but with a clear plan for the months ahead.

If you’re finding yourself nodding along to all this, you’re not alone…

For decades, I have worked in communications, change and transformation, helping women at different life stages find their voice - not just in public, but in their own lives.

To articulate what they want. To speak with greater confidence. To communicate their needs and aspirations with clarity and power.

Alongside this, my own journey, including periods of burnout, has deepened my commitment to supporting women in caring for themselves more intentionally, so they can live well, not just perform well.

Throughout this retreat, the coaching elements bring these strands together. You will be guided through structured reflection, thoughtful conversation and practical exercises designed to help you clarify what matters most now - and how you want the second half of your year to feel.

This is not about fixing you. It's about creating space for you to design your life more deliberately - and to leave feeling equipped to thrive in a way that feels sustainable and true to you.

Which is why I’m delighted to invite you to:

The Mid-Year Pause

Burleigh Court, The Cotswolds | 14–17 June 2026

If something within you is yearning for space - this is your moment to tune in and listen.

The Mid-Year Pause has been thoughtfully designed to offer rest without guilt, reflection without pressure, and forward focus without overwhelm. Three days in beautiful surroundings, shared with a small group of like-minded women, where you can step out of the everyday and return with renewed energy and clarity.

Places are limited to eleven women, and rooms are allocated on a first-booked basis.

Here’s What’s Included...

Three Nights at Burleigh Court

A private bedroom within a luxury Cotswolds country house hotel, overlooking the Golden Valley. Whether you choose a Cosy, Comfortable or Splendid room - or a room within Burleigh Lodge - you will enjoy single occupancy (unless sharing by choice), elegant interiors and peaceful surroundings.

Value: £650–£1029

Full Board Dining & Hosted Dinners

Three breakfasts, three lunches, and two dinners at Burleigh Court - all thoughtfully curated. Seasonal menus, beautiful presentation and time to enjoy relaxed meals without rushing or organising. Moments to gather, connect and savour the conversation at the table.

Value: £350

Private Coaching & Guided Reflection

Structured group coaching sessions woven throughout the retreat, designed to help you clarify what matters now and shape the second half of your year. Delivered with decades of experience in communication, change, wellbeing and transformation.

Value: £850

Expert-Led Experiences

Your retreat includes a meditation, breathwork and sound bath session, a seasonal nutrition masterclass, a harvesting and foraging tour, a creative floristry workshop, and extensive outdoor time enjoying the grounds and gardens of Burleigh Court - reconnecting with nature in a way that is both restorative and expansive.

Value: £450

Guided Cotswolds Nature Walk

A privately guided walk with a local historian across Minchinhampton Common; plenty of time to take in and learn about all the sights, with panoramic views of the Stroud Valley,

Value: £300

Transport, Gifts & Thoughtful Details

Return mini-bus transport from Amersham, local transport for your pub evening, printed materials and a series of carefully considered touches that quietly elevate the experience from start to finish.

Value: £250

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Booked separately, the total value of this experience would be in the region of £2,850 to £3,229, depending on room category.

YOUR INVESTMENT

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From £1,850 to £2,075

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“The day was varied, interesting and genuinely inspiring. I loved the mix of reflection and practical ideas I could take away and apply immediately. I left with greater confidence and felt more empowered to try new things - especially in how I communicate. It felt like investing in myself in the best possible way.”

— Early 40s, senior professional, Amersham retreat attendee

“I came away feeling much better about myself and more aware of what I need. I’ve struggled at times with expressing myself, and this gave me the courage to begin changing that. It was also lovely to meet women with similar interests, all needing some ‘me time’ like I did. The atmosphere was calm, welcoming and completely unpressured.”

— Mid 60s, recently retired, London retreat attendee

“A time to reflect and pause, and to see things from a different perspective. I felt gently challenged in ways that were stretching but safe. It wasn’t overwhelming - it was thoughtful. I left with more clarity than I arrived with, and that shift has stayed with me. Thank you for hosting another wonderful retreat.”

— Late 50s, semi-retired, London retreat attendee

BOOKING & PEACE OF MIND

Booking With Confidence

Places can be secured with full payment, or split into three interest-free instalments via Klarna.

Clarity and care sit at the heart of Sekawomen, so it’s important that you’re fully aware of the booking terms before making payment.

Because this is an intimate, small-group residential retreat with confirmed venue and expert commitments, payments are non-refundable. However, if due to unforeseen circumstances you are unable to attend, you may transfer your place to a friend or another suitable guest, with prior notice and approval.

FAQs

What exactly is included in the retreat investment?

Your investment includes three nights’ accommodation at Burleigh Court (according to your selected room category), three breakfasts, three lunches, two hosted dinners at the hotel, all coaching sessions, expert-led sessions and workshops, the guided Cotswolds walk, return mini-bus transport from Amersham, and local transport for the Tuesday evening pub visit.

Should you choose to book massages or other treatments, those, plus your meal and drinks at the pub on the Tuesday evening, and any other personal purchases or room incidentals (such as bar charges) are paid directly by you.

Do I need to know anyone else attending?

Not at all. Many women attend Sekawomen retreats and other events on their own. The small group size (limited to eleven women) naturally creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere without pressure. Conversation and connection unfold easily and at your own pace.

What if I have dietary requirements or health considerations?

Burleigh Court is experienced in catering for dietary requirements. Please share any allergies or specific needs at the time of booking so that any arrangements can be made in advance.

Participation in walks, movement sessions and workshops is always optional. You are encouraged to listen to your body and take part in ways that feel comfortable for you.

What are the room options and how are they allocated?

Rooms are allocated on a first-booked basis according to the category you select (Burleigh Lodge, Cosy, Comfortable or Splendid).

All rooms are single occupancy unless you book one of the two rooms in Burleigh Lodge, which come with a shared bathroom. While specific room numbers cannot be guaranteed, your chosen room type will be honoured.

What happens if I need to cancel?

All payments are non-refundable due to the confirmed venue and expert commitments.

If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your place to a friend or another suitable guest, with prior notice and approval. We strongly recommend appropriate travel insurance to protect your investment.

What will the retreat feel like?

The Mid-Year Pause is restorative and thoughtful - not overwhelming. There is structured coaching and guided reflection, alongside expert sessions and time outdoors. Personal time and space has also been built into the programme. You will not be over-scheduled, and there is no pressure to share more than you wish.

This retreat is designed to feel grounding, relaxing and calm - a space where you can simply be, without pressure.