What's on
Unwind, Create, and Reignite Your Inner Spark at the Exclusive Boconnoc House Luxury Retreat
Friday 14th November 2025
until Sunday 16th November 2025, 10:00am
Location: Boconnoc House, Lostwithiel

Step into a world where history meets inspiration at Boconnoc House, one of Cornwall’s most enchanting private estates. This November, the doors open for a rare, immersive luxury retreat (14–16 November 2025) designed to help guests rest, restore, and reignite their creative vision.
Hosted in the heart of the Cornish countryside, this exclusive two-night escape offers guests the chance to stay in a historic suite and explore the rhythm of creative renewal through mindful movement and expressive mark-making workshops. Whether you're a seasoned artist or simply curious, this is your invitation to slow down, reconnect with your creative self, and experience the art of truly luxurious living.
The retreat is led by internationally renowned arts practitioner Elaine Foster-Gandey, whose soulful, intuitive approach will guide you through hands-on creative sessions—including the chance to design and craft your own bespoke mark-making tools to take home.
What's Included:
- Two-night stay in a luxury historic suite at the iconic Boconnoc Estate
- Guided workshops in mindful movement and creative expression
- All materials provided, including for crafting your own art tools
- Expert facilitation by Elaine Foster-Gandey
- A gourmet dining experience:
- Daily chef-prepared breakfasts
- Exquisite evening meals and a delicious lunch
- Locally sourced ingredients served with elegance
Whether you come solo or bring a partner or friend, there’s space for everyone to unwind at their own pace. While you connect to your creative flow, your companion can roam the estate’s serene grounds, soak up the tranquillity, or indulge in pure relaxation.
Your Stay:
- Twin Room: from £445
- King’s Room: £760 – Stay where history was made! King Charles I once took rest here during the English Civil War, in what is now one of the most sumptuously restored rooms in the country.
Escape the noise, savour the stillness, and prepare to be creatively reawakened. This is the pre-festive gift your soul’s been waiting for.
Spaces are limited – secure your place today.
Email e.fostergandey@gmail.com or ring +44 (0)7813 986999