Festival Information
Wales
Overview
The Big Retreat Festival is a wellness and adventure event. The festival offers over 300 curated experiences designed to rejuvenate mind, body, and spirit. Attendees can participate in activities ranging from wild swimming and yoga to bushcraft and cooking demonstrations. The event combines elements of a retreat, bootcamp, and festival, featuring daytime wellness activities and evening entertainment with live music and performances. Voted one of the 'Top 5 Wellbeing & Adventure Festivals' by The Guardian, The Big Retreat aims to provide a transformative experience in a picturesque natural setting.
Line-up
View the
official line-up here.
Note: Line-ups can evolve/change closer to the event — check back regularly to stay up to date.
Location
The Big Retreat Festival takes place at: The Big Retreat Wales, Lawrenny, Pembrokeshire, Wales, SA68 0PW.
Set within the protected landscape of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, the festival occupies a peaceful, elevated site in Lawrenny with panoramic views over the Cleddau Estuary. The grounds include open meadows, bordering woodlands, and carefully managed camping areas — creating a calm, nature-rich setting for wellness activities, live music, and workshops. The location feels remote yet well organised, offering festival-goers a chance to switch off and immerse themselves in the outdoors.
Travel Info
See the “Getting to The Big Retreat” section on the FAQ Page for travel tips, directions, and transport options.
Tickets
Basic Price Range: £30 - £250
Tickets to The Big Retreat Festival can be purchased from their Tickets Page. For full info check out the Ticket Information Page.
Options include:
Weekend Tickets
- Adult Ticket
- Junior Ticket
- Under 5's Ticket
Day Tickets
- Adult Day Ticket
- Child Day Ticket
- Under 5's Day Ticket
- Day Car Parking
Upgrades and Extras:
- Camping Ticket
- Weekend Car Parking
- Adult and junior Early Access - Arrive Thursday
- Campervan & Motorhome Ticket (with or without power)
- Glamping
Accommodation
The Big Retreat Festival is a camping festival, please bring your own equipment.
Please Note: Camping is NOT included in the ticket price, you need to add this on when purchasing your tickets.
Check out The big Retreat Accommodation Page for full details. On this page you can also find details about accommodation outside of the festival site.
Camping Options:
- General Camping
- Family Camping
- Quiet Camping
- For late night partying - head to The Magic Teapot in the feel good field!
- Campervans
- Glamping
- Beach Huts
- VIP Accommodation
Basic Campsite Regulations:
- No pets
- No drones
- No fires
- No generators
Check out the FAQ page: Campsite Rules for more info.
Packing Checklist:
Ensure you're fully prepared for your festival adventure with our Essential Packing Checklist.
Accessibility
The Big Retreat Festival is committed to providing an accessible experience for all attendees. The festival offers accessible parking on a hardstanding road, free personal assistant tickets for eligible individuals, and an accessible camping area close to the main festival site. The camping area includes accessible toilets and water points, with 24-hour staffing at the festival entrance and First Aid station. For more detailed information on accessibility options and how to request accommodations, please visit the festival's FAQ page.
