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By popular demand - a UK residential offer from Kate Valentine. Low-cost. Please don't delay booking - £75 deposit option.
Simply Singing Retreat for Women – Oct 31 to Nov 2, 2025
Venue: Lower Shaw Farm, Wiltshire
BOOK HERE:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/katevalentine/1854166
Dear Singing Friends,
With a big smile and a happy exhale, I’d love to invite you to join me for a weekend of song, rest, and togetherness. At the turn of the seasons, when the days grow shorter and the nights draw in, there is nothing more nourishing than gathering our voices, sharing meals, and resting in the warmth of community.
This weekend gathering is all about the joy of singing for yourself, with others, and being held by the magic of harmony. Whether you’re a Singing Mamas leader, one of their singers, or a friend from my wider singing circles, you are so welcome here.
The Simply Singing Retreat is a lovingly held residential weekend of:
Group harmony singing – songs to uplift, soothe, and connect
Song-sharing circles – space to practise teaching or simply offer a song
Gentle movement – to soften, ground, and free the voice
Nourishing home-cooked food – warming meals and tasty snacks
Cosy evenings by the fire – laughter, sharing, and rest
Light-touch ceremony – moments of reflection, gratitude, and connection
This retreat is open to Singing Mamas leaders, their singers, and friends from Kate’s wider singing groups. Whether you’re leading songs for others or simply love to be carried by harmony, you’ll find yourself welcomed and supported.
Dates & Times
Arrive: Friday 31 Oct from 12:30 (lunch at 13:00, first singing session at 15:00)
Depart: Sunday 2 Nov by 16:00
What’s included
2 nights’ accommodation (choose from 4 room types)
All meals and snacks (vegetarian, hearty, home-cooked)
Full weekend programme of singing, movement, and song-sharing practice
Time to rest, connect, and enjoy the beauty of Lower Shaw Farm
Who it’s for
Singing Mamas leaders (new and experienced)
Singers from Singing Mamas groups
Friends from Kate’s wider singing circles
No auditions, no experience required — all voices are welcome.
Practical bits
Bring: comfy layers, slippers/warm socks, water bottle, notebook/pen, and a song you’d love to share.
The Venue: Lower Shaw Farm
Lower Shaw Farm is a quirky, heart-filled farmhouse on the edge of Swindon, lovingly run by Matt and Andrea. It has long been home to retreats, courses, and gatherings that nurture creativity, connection, and wellbeing. With its rambling farmhouse kitchen, cosy nooks, big skies, gardens, chickens, and friendly farm atmosphere, it’s a place that invites you to slow down and feel at home.
It’s not a polished hotel — it’s something more precious: a warm, lived-in place full of character, community, and care. Perfect for retreating.
Accessibility
Lower Shaw Farm is a converted farmhouse with bedrooms spread across two floors. Unfortunately, this means you’ll need to be able to climb stairs to access most sleeping spaces. Bathrooms are shared. The venue is cosy, characterful, and rustic rather than modern — but full of warmth and welcome.
If you have any questions about access or comfort, please get in touch with me before booking: [email protected].
Booking terms
18 places only (this retreat fills quickly).
Secure your place with a £75 deposit (non-refundable).
Balance due by 1 September 2025, unless you pay the full fee upfront.
Payment plan available on request — email [email protected].
Accommodation & Prices (per person)
Single room – £275 (6 available)
Shared room – £290 (6 available, 2 per room)
Farmhouse shared room – £310 (3 available, 3 per room)
Upgraded single room – £325 (4 available)
BOOK HERE:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/katevalentine/1854166
I cant wait to sing with you :)
Love,
Kate x
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Lower Shaw Farm, Old Shaw Lane,Swindon, United Kingdom
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