About
Retreat Wild is brought to you by Nic, an outdoor enthusiast who understands firsthand the transformative power nature has on our physical and mental wellbeing. With a passion for bushcraft, self-sufficiency, preparedness, wilderness adventures and building community, Nic has created these unique bushcraft and rewilding retreats.
Having spent her childhood immersed in the wilderness; building dens, concocting mud pies and mastering the art of fire making, Nic’s journey has come full circle returning to her roots. After years in the corporate world, she rediscovered the magic of nature and the joy of nurturing our inner child.
Always eager to deepen her connection with the wild, Nic has gained NCFE Level 3 qualifications in Intermediate Bushcraft, Arctic Bushcraft and Campfire Cooking, as well as an ITC Level 3 Outdoor First Aid certification. She is also a member of the Association of Foragers, an international professional foragers association, further enriching her knowledge and practice of working with the natural world.
Through Retreat Wild, Nic invites you to embrace your wild within.
Our Values
At Retreat Wild, we’ve built our experiences around some key values to ensure you have an unforgettable time.
Skill building: Knowledge is power! That is why we teach bushcraft, survival and wild crafting skills to help women thrive in the outdoors.
Self sufficiency: Our aim is to help women be prepared and capable in the wild, as this builds confidence and independence.
Rewilding: Our workshops have a strong focus on rewilding. We aim to restore our connection with the natural world.
Community: Connection is vital for humans and with the digital world becoming more prevalent, in person connection has been lost. Retreat Wild brings like-minded women together to spend time in the wild.
Purpose: We aim to give our attendees purpose. We believe that having a purpose in the outdoors encourages people to engage with nature. Whether it’s foraging during a hike or grounding yourself in your garden, having a reason to connect with the natural world can enhance both your physical and mental well-being.
Fun: We know it might sound cliché, but our workshops are a place you can have fun in an enjoyable and supportive environment.
We plant trees!
Our workshops and retreats are spent immersed in the natural world, and we believe it’s important to give something back to the places that give us so much.
That’s why every booking helps fund native tree planting in the UK, supporting the restoration of our woodlands for future generations.
It’s our small way of saying thank you to Mother Nature; for grounding us, inspiring us, healing us and bringing us together.
Each tree in this illustration represents a woman who retreated into the wild with us during our first year in 2025. Together, they represent a growing community of women learning wilderness skills and reconnecting with themselves, each other and the natural world.
Workshops held
Wild women joined
Trees planted
FAQ
How do I get here by public transport?
Cefn Coed Venue: If you are coming from afar you can travel to either Machynlleth or Dolgellau by train, then take the G21 bus directly to Cefn Coed site. The bus stops right outside the site at bus stop Ponderosa Turn. You may need to request this stop when you get on.
For locals, the G21 bus route covers Dollgelau to Machynleth via Fairbourne, Tywyn and Aberdyfi.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, we offer the following payment plan; 50% up front and 50% 8 weeks before the event. There is no extra cost to do this. If you’d like to pay via this plan, please contact us at hello@retreatwild.co.uk.
What dietary requirements do you cater for?
We cater for a variety of dietry requirements including vegans, vegetarians and meat eaters. After booking, you will recieve a form where you can let us know of any allergies too.
Do I need to bring any food?
We do ask that you bring water and snacks. However, for the majority of our retreats, wholesome food will be provided as part of the event. There will also be an organic coffee and tea station you can help yourselves to. Please check the workshop listing for exact information.
What gear do you recommend packing?
We recommend using what you already have or even borrowing from a friend or family. However, if you do need to get the gear yourself, stores, we suggest checking out are Decathlon and Go Outdoors as they have a range of gear at affordable prices.
If you need ideas for the kit you need to bring, here are our recommendations:
- Sleeping bag: Forclaz trekking sleeping bag
- Pillow: Forclaz inflatable trekking pillow
- Sleeping mat: Folding foam trekking mattress
- Waterproof jacket: Regatta packable jacket
- Waterproof bottoms: Regatta packable trousers
- Towel: Microfibre quick dry towel
- Camping chair: Ultralightweight camping chair
- Head torch: Forclaz rechargable head torch
Clothing should be durable and comfortable. Hiking trousers or leggings for bottoms and any old top and jumper will do. Please also pack spare clothing incase it rains. For shoes, we recommend hiking boots, in the summer during dry weather, trainers will be fine too. Our activities are hands on and include activities like fire starting where embers can get on clothes, so please only wear clothing you are not precious about.
What if I need to cancel?
Bookings are fully refundable up to 8 weeks before the event. To request a refund, please email hello@retreatwild.co.uk.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer refunds or exchanges within 8 weeks of the event. You are welcome to transfer or sell your ticket to someone else, please just let us know if a new attendee will be joining.
What does women's only mean?
Our workshops are designed to create a safe and supportive space for all individuals who identify as women. Some of our special events are open to participants of all genders, please check the event details carefully before booking to ensure you meet the participation criteria.
Where are you located?
We are based in North Wales at Cefn Coed Campsite.
Do you offer private workshops?
Yes! We offer private workshops for groups, content creators and corporate events and yes, all genders are welcome to these. To organise a workshop or find out more please get in contact with at hello@retreatwild.co.uk.
Contact us
If you have any questions please contact us at hello@retreatwild.co.uk or fill in the form below.