By popular demand - a UK residential offer from Kate Valentine.
Low-cost. Please don't delay booking - £75 deposit option.
An Invitation to a Weekend of Song Crafting Magic
From me, Kate Valentine.
Book here:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/katevalentine/1854370
Dear friends,
Do you feel the call to create? To step into a space where your voice — whether tentative or bold — can give life to something extraordinary?
This will be the third time I have hosted a song-crafting weekend retreat, and each time it has become more potent, more powerful, and more full of possibility. Together we’ve unlocked a portal of collective fire through our songs. Some have been strong and full of raw emotion, stirring something ancient and powerful within us. Others have been playful and delightful, reminding us of the simple joys of being alive. And then there were the songs that revealed the alchemy of woven parts — intricate harmonies that taught us the artistry of collaboration and the profound learning that comes through play.
Every time, the space has been alive with possibility. A place where every voice matters, and every contribution adds to the whole. As I’ve guided these groups, weaving threads of energy and inspiration, I’ve witnessed the courage it takes to step forward, the beauty of shared vulnerability, and the brilliance that emerges when women come together with open hearts and creative spirits.
And now, I am inviting you to step into this space with me.
What this weekend holds for you
At Lower Shaw Farm, with its wildflower gardens, cosy corners, and the warmest hospitality you can imagine, we’ll gather to craft songs that reflect life in all its forms. From the profound to the playful, the healing to the everyday, we’ll sing, laugh, and create in ways that are as much about the process as the result.
You can expect:
Song-writing and song-crafting workshops – playful practices to draw out melodies, rhythms, and lyrics
Improvisation and exploration – discovering creativity through games, prompts, and gentle guidance
Collaborative creation – weaving harmonies and parts together, learning the magic of co-creation
Group harmony singing – because we’ll always ground ourselves in shared song
Gentle movement – to soften and open the body for creativity
Time for rest and reflection – firesides, laughter, and space to breathe
Nourishing meals – hearty, home-cooked food that sustains and delights
No musical experience is required. Whether you’ve written a hundred songs or are just beginning, you’ll be guided into a space where every voice is valued, and the process is as important as the outcome.
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.
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. With its rambling kitchen, cosy corners, gardens, and friendly farm atmosphere, it’s a place that invites you to slow down and feel at home.
Dates & Times
Arrive: Friday 21 Nov from 12:30 (lunch at 13:00, first session at 15:00)
Depart: Sunday 23 Nov by 16:00
What’s included
2 nights’ accommodation (choice of room types)
All meals and snacks (vegetarian, hearty, home-cooked)
Full programme of song-crafting and singing sessions
Time for rest, reflection, and connection
Accessibility
Lower Shaw Farm is a converted farmhouse with bedrooms across two floors. You’ll need to be able to climb stairs to access most sleeping spaces. Bathrooms are shared. The venue is rustic, characterful, and full of warmth.
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)
Booking terms
18 places only (this retreat fills quickly).
Secure your place with a £75 deposit (non-refundable).
Balance due by 1st November 2025, unless you pay the full fee upfront.
Payment plan available on request — email
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Come ready to play, explore, and create. Together we’ll craft songs that heal, delight, and connect — reminding us of the power of collective creativity.
Book here:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/katevalentine/1854370
With love,
Kate
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