7th JULY - 11th JULY 2025
An Uplifting Retreat to Take You from Surviving to Thriving
"You’ve done the hard work of grieving. Now, it’s time to step into something new—something that feels expansive, empowering, and truly yours. Imagine waking up in a beautiful countryside retreat, surrounded by women who understand your journey, ready to embrace a future that excites you. Rise and Renew is your invitation to rediscover yourself and create a life that feels deeply aligned with who you are becoming."
Join us for a transformative retreat designed exclusively for widows ready to embrace life beyond loss.
Rise and Renew is not about grieving; it’s about rediscovering yourself, reconnecting with your dreams, and stepping into a life filled with meaning, joy, and purpose.
Set in the breathtaking countryside of Herefordshire, this retreat will be held in a beautifully converted farmhouse and barns, offering a warm, inviting, and safe space for reflection, growth, and connection. During our time together, you will embark on a journey of self-discovery, expansion, and empowerment, surrounded by a supportive community of women who truly understand your journey.
Who This Retreat is For?
You’ve done the deep work of grieving and now feel ready to explore what’s next.
You’re seeking clarity about who you are beyond widowhood.
You want to cultivate joy and purpose while carrying your loss with love.
You’re ready to step out of your comfort zone and embrace new possibilities.
You desire meaningful connections with others who share a similar path.
You are ready to move from simply existing to truly living.
You want to connect with your intuition and create a life that is authentically yours.
"If you’re wondering whether you’re ready, here’s what I’d love for you to know: this retreat isn’t about ‘moving on.’ It’s about moving forward—with love, intention, and a deep trust in yourself. If you feel a pull toward this, trust that instinct. You are ready to begin living again."
What You Can Expect
Transformational Workshops & Sessions
Engage in thought-provoking and inspiring sessions designed to help you reconnect with yourself, explore your dreams, and create a vision for your future. You will take the time to connect with what truly lights you up while also identifying what holds you back from fully embracing life. You will leave with a greater understanding of what Living Fully means to you—being true to yourself, speaking your truth, and living in alignment with your heart’s desires.
Nature & Outdoor Activities
Step outside, breathe in the fresh countryside air, and allow nature to nurture your soul. We will take time to slow down, walk in nature, and engage in mindful practices that will bring clarity and peace.
Recognising Your Choices & Stepping Into Your Power
During the retreat, you will gain the courage to recognise your choices and be brave enough to take them. We will explore how fear, societal expectations, and self-imposed limitations may be keeping you small or hidden behind masks. Through reflective exercises and deep conversations, you will begin to notice where you are living the life expected of you rather than the life that truly calls to you.
Nourishing Food & Restorative Space
Enjoy delicious, wholesome meals prepared to nourish both body and mind. Our retreat space offers an atmosphere of warmth and comfort, where you can relax, reflect, and recharge.
Connecting with Your Intuition & Cultivating Inner Safety
You will learn how to cultivate a deep sense of inner safety and trust, allowing you to elicit the answers you need from within. This newfound trust in yourself will help you move forward with confidence and clarity, enabling you to actively take part in life rather than merely observing it.
Workshops, Sharing Circles & Fun Experiences
We will hold powerful workshops and intimate sharing circles where you can express yourself openly, free of judgment. Alongside the deep inner work, we will also embrace joy, laughter, and playfulness—because healing and growth should also include moments of fun and lightheartedness.
The Outcome?
By the end of this retreat, you will:
Feel lighter, more energised, and aligned with who you are now.
Have a renewed sense of purpose and direction for the next chapter of your life.
Feel empowered with the tools and insights to move forward with confidence and clarity.
Carry home not just memories, but a roadmap to creating a joyful, fulfilling life beyond widowhood.
Understand how to live in alignment with your truth and actively participate in life with intention.
Cultivate a deep connection with your intuition, learning to trust yourself fully.
Retreat Details
📍 Location: The Barns at Upper House, Lyonshall, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3JN
📅 Dates: Monday, 7th July – Friday, 11th July
⏰ Arrival: Monday from 4:00 PM
⏰ Departure: Friday by 11:00 AM
🍽 Fully catered retreat – All meals and refreshments provided
🚗 Transport not included – Guests are responsible for arranging their own travel
🛏 Accommodation Options:
Shared Room: £1,250 (limited spaces available)
Single Room: £1,600 (limited spaces available)
While I truly hope you can make it, I strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover you in case you are unable to attend, as I am unable to offer a full refund as per the retreat Terms & Conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The sessions at the retreat are created to support you in learning how to live in alignment with your truth, and be the co-creator of a fulfilling and joyful life, in a way that is unique to you. If you don’t feel like participating in one or more of the sessions, that’s no problem, However we will encourage you to step out of your comfort zone, as that is where the magic happens. Having said that though the most important thing is that you feel comfortable and relaxed during your stay.
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Unfortunately no, due to the way the week and sessions are structured, if you wish to attend the retreat, you will need to attend for the whole week.
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All your workshops and activities are included and the retreat is fully catered with freshly cooked nutritious meals (from dinner on Monday to breakfast on Friday) prepared by a private chef.
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Yes, this retreat is for widows that have done significant grief work and are ready to step into their next chapter. You will need to be able to think about what you want life to look like moving forward and be open to exploring you and your future on a deeper level.
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Yes, my retreat is open to all widows. If your friend is also a widow and would like to attend with you, please just send me an email to let me know.
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Whilst all your needs will be catered for once you arrive, unfortunately we are unable to provide transport to and from the venue.
Meet Your Retreat Leader
Karen Sutton
Hi, I’m Karen Sutton—and while you may know me as the UK’s first widow coach, this retreat is rooted in the deeper journey I now support: helping women like you reconnect with who you truly are and begin creating a life that feels aligned, meaningful, and joy-filled.
I’m an Advanced Accredited Master Intuitive Psychology Coach, blending the science of psychology with the power of intuition to guide you back to your inner wisdom. I use a unique set of 34 intuitive tools and techniques to help women move beyond survival and into a life that feels authentic, expansive, and deeply fulfilling.
After losing my husband, I remember the overwhelming fog of grief and the deep ache of not knowing who I was anymore…
I tried to be “fine,” to carry on, to do what was expected—but inside, I felt lost, disconnected, and unsure how to move forward.
And yet, over time, by doing the inner work and learning to trust myself again, I slowly created something I never thought possible: a life that feels beautiful, rich, and full of purpose. A life where I carry my grief with peace, while also allowing space for love, joy, and dreams. I now know myself. I trust myself. And I’m proud of the woman I’ve become.
This retreat is born from that journey—and it’s here to support you in creating something meaningful, too.
If you’re feeling stuck, unsure, or like you’re merely existing rather than truly living, please know: you are not broken, and you are not alone. You simply haven’t been given the space, the tools, and the support to reconnect with your truth.
That’s what Rise and Renew is all about. Helping you remember who you are, trust what you feel, and take the brave steps toward a future that feels like yours.
I’ll be with you every step of the way, holding space, guiding with compassion, and walking alongside you as you step into your next chapter—with clarity, confidence, and joy in your heart.
Your Next Chapter Starts Here
"You deserve to feel excited about life again. You deserve joy, connection, and a future that feels meaningful. If you feel that pull toward something more, take the step today. Spaces are limited, and I would love to share this journey with you."