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The May Retreat: Near Bath, UK

A calm countryside babymoon that helps you prepare for birth.

Set in the beautiful The PIG – Near Bath, this two-day retreat is designed to help you understand birth, feel confident, and approach the experience ahead with clarity.

Location: The PIG - Near Bath
Dates: 24 to 25 May 2026 Price: £1,550 per couple

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Not bringing a birth partner, or based nearby and prefer to join without accommodation? . Get in touch and we’ll find the perfect way for you to join.

What to expect

A comprehensive, evidence-based course covering how birth works, what to expect, and how to make informed choices with confidence.

❋ Understand birth, clearly

Led by an experienced hypnobirthing coach, combining expert guidance with practical tools you’ll use during labour.

❋ Expert-led birth preparation

Step away from everyday life, relax in the countryside, and take a proper pause before everything changes.

❋ Space to slow down before baby

Connect with other parents-to-be who are preparing for birth in a more calm, informed, and intentional way.

❋ Meet like-minded parents-to-be

Designed for those expecting between July & November

Have a question before booking?
Get in touch, we’d love to hear from you

This is not your typical antenatal course.

A large historic stone house with multiple windows and a decorative arched door surrounded by a landscaped garden with shrubs, trees, and a paved walkway.

Sunday 24th May 2026

Arrive and welcome

The day begins with your first workshop, before the afternoon opens up for time to relax, unwind, and enjoy the grounds ahead of a group dinner.

Relax at your own leisure + pregnancy massage for the mum-to-be

Arrival & Welcome

10:00am

Workshop 1 - Understanding the science of birth

Lunch Break

12:30pm

Workshop 2 - Deep relaxation toolkit

Check-in to your room

3:30pm

Dinner

7:00pm

A young woman with long hair, wearing ripped jeans and a black top, sitting on the floor in front of a couch, with a big smile on her face. A person with dark hair, dressed in black, standing behind her, hugging her and resting their head on her. She is holding her pregnant belly with her hands. The scene is inside a living room with a large potted plant on the left and a striped throw on the couch.

Monday 25 May 2026

Ease into the day

Wake up slowly, enjoy breakfast at your own pace, and ease into the day feeling more rested and connected.

Breakfast at your own leisure

10:00am

Workshop 3 - Making informed choices during birth

Lunch Break

12:30pm

Workshop 4 - Bringing it all together

Farewell

4:00pm

You’ll leave feeling calm, connected, and confident going into birth.

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The details

- 1 night stay in a comfy room
- Lunch on both days
- Dinner on Sunday evening
- Cooked breakfast on Monday Morning
- Pregnancy massage for the expectant mother
- Comprehensive birth preparation workshops led by hypnobirthing coach
- Travel to and from the retreat, additional treatments and alcoholic beverages are not included.

Cozy rustic bedroom with wooden walls, a bed with plaid blanket and colorful pillows, small window, and vintage decor.

A cozy living room with a lit fireplace, decorated with greenery and candles, and framed bird artwork on the wallpapered walls. Two upholstered armchairs sit on either side of a wooden table in front of the fireplace.

A scarecrow with white hair, wearing a brown jacket and gloves, stands in a lush garden with various green plants and trees.

Four piglets with black spots on their brown skin digging in the dirt on a farm or pasture.

A sunroom with wooden tables and chairs, decorated with potted plants, and set with wine glasses, napkins, and colorful glassware, with large windows and a sloped ceiling.

Frequently asked questions

This retreat is designed for parents-to-be with due dates between July and November 2026. Most couples join during the second or early third trimester, when you’re ready to start preparing for birth but still able to fully enjoy the experience.
This is a comprehensive birth preparation course, delivered in a retreat setting. Instead of weekly sessions squeezed into busy schedules, you’ll have dedicated time away to properly understand birth, build practical tools, and prepare together as a couple.
No. The retreat is designed to guide you through everything step by step, whether this is your first time preparing for birth or you’re looking to feel more informed and confident.
Yes. Many couples join to feel more informed, have a different experience, or prepare more intentionally for this birth. The retreat gives you space to reset and approach things with fresh confidence.
Yes. This retreat is designed for you to prepare together, and partners are involved throughout. They’ll learn how to support you during labour and feel confident in their role.
We keep the group small to create a calm, supportive, and personal experience. This also allows plenty of time for questions and individual support.
Yes, you’re very welcome to join on your own. While many guests attend as a couple, we also welcome solo parents-to-be who want to prepare for birth in a calm, supportive environment.
You’ll feel fully included throughout the retreat, with plenty of opportunity to connect with others and feel part of the group. We’ll also support you in thinking about who might be part of your support team during birth.
Please get in touch for details on availability and pricing.
You can book your place using the button below. If you have any questions before booking, you’re always welcome to get in touch.
We recommend taking out travel insurance so you are protected if pregnancy or health complications prevent you from attending the retreat.
Some premium credit cards already include travel insurance, but if not, policies can usually be purchased online for a small one-time fee.
Travel insurance typically covers:
• The retreat fee
• Flights and other travel costs

If you’re unable to attend, please refer to our full terms and conditions for details.

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