Join Us for the Fourth Annual Stationers’ Retreat!
10–13th November 2025
An inspiring three-night retreat tailored for creatively spirited female stationers, aimed at fostering connections, igniting ideas, and rejuvenating your passion.
Imagine being part of a vibrant community of stationers, all supporting and uplifting each other at every turn.
Ready to reflect on your goals after a bustling summer and enter 2025 with fresh ideas and renewed purpose?
Eager to connect with a diverse group of stationers, sharing stories, learning, and growing together?
If so, we warmly invite you to this year’s Stationers’ Retreat.
Scroll down to secure your place—we look forward to welcoming you!
HELLO, AND WELCOME ...
We are thrilled to invite you to the 2025 Stationers’ Retreat! Now in its fourth year, this event has become the premier gathering for wedding stationers, attracting talented women from around the world to connect, learn, and rejuvenate.
As fellow wedding stationers, we understand the value of stepping away from the studio to engage with like-minded creatives. This retreat is designed to help you rediscover your passion for paper and stationery after a hectic wedding season—while enjoying some well-deserved fun!
Over two full days and three nights, you’ll find the ideal balance between relaxation and business focus. Enjoy pampering sessions, exquisite cuisine, and a programme crafted to leave you refreshed, inspired, and prepared for the year ahead.
Depart with a network of wonderful new friends, a mind brimming with ideas and inspiration, and the delight of attending our beautifully styled dinner—an experience we often miss as stationers. Plus, take home one of our legendary goodie bags, filled with samples from top industry suppliers.
We look forward to meeting you and sharing this unforgettable experience.
Meet your hosts
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Freya Deabill - Deabill & Quince
Digital graphics guru Freya will be talking about the importance of good branding in your business, and will be on hand to answer any questions about running a luxury wedding stationery business.
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Grania O'Brien - Ink & Paper
Queen of luxury letterpress, Grania will be helping you deep dive into you, your business and that all-important work/life balance in an in-depth reflection and journalling workshop.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT THE STATIONERS’ RETREAT?
FOCUSED WORKSHOPS & TALKS
Each year, we invite an array of inspiring guest experts to share their insights. Past speakers have included Claire from We Are Three Six Nine, Elizabeth Hall from 1312 Consulting, and planners Louise from Big Green Space and Rachel from Salt and Scent Events. Alongside these, we’ve hosted creative workshops and welcomed representatives from GF Smith, who deliver inspiring and immersive presentations on paper.
MINI HEADSHOT PHOTOSHOOT
Update your professional image with a mini headshot session. Previous photographers, such as Stories by Chloe and Nat Aubry, have perfectly captured the essence of the retreat. It’s an ideal opportunity to refresh your website or social media profiles.
CREATIVE SESSION
Rediscover your creative spark with our hands-on workshops. In 2024, we welcomed candle artist Bianca from Bable London for a wonderful afternoon of candle painting.
For 2025, we’re excited to host a cake decorating workshop with Kate from Dolce Lusso Cakes. You’ll decorate your own mini-cake under her expert guidance, exploring beautiful designs and sugar artistry.
GOODIE BAGS
Take home a thoughtfully curated bag bursting with stationery treasures, including exclusive samples and discounts from our sponsors.
The 2025 sponsor list is growing, and it’s guaranteed to be as impressive as ever
DELICIOUS GOURMET FOOD
Served by our amazing private chefs.
All dietaries catered for.
COUNTRY WALKS
Explore the breathtaking Welsh countryside on two invigorating group walks.
It’s a perfect way to unwind, connect with fellow stationers, and enjoy the serenity of nature.
PAMPER SESSION
Relax and rejuvenate with treatments from Ceri at Beauty Tonic. Choose from massages, facials, manicures, or pedicures, included in your retreat package (valued up to £65). It’s the perfect way to add a touch of luxury to your time away.
OPEN Q&A
Engage in an open and honest discussion with your hosts and fellow stationers. No topic is off-limits—whether it’s business advice, creative challenges, or life as a stationer.
FREE TIME
Balance structured activities with downtime tailored to your needs.
Whether you fancy a soak in the hot tub, a glass of fizz, catching up on emails, or simply having a quiet moment, the choice is yours.
BOOK YOUR SPOT TODAY!
Just FIVE SPOTS left! Secure your place now to be part of this unique and transformative experience. We can’t wait to welcome you!
pay in full
January only!
10-month payment plan
OUR VENUE:
Plas Uchaf, Llangedwyn, North Wales
Following the success of our previous retreats, we’re thrilled to be hosting the 2025 retreat at our stunning new venue, Plas Uchaf (The Big House on the Hill) in North Wales. This is a significant upgrade from our already gorgeous Bath location, offering even more comfort and luxury to enhance your experience.
At Plas Uchaf, every guest will enjoy their own en-suite bathroom, ensuring total privacy and comfort. For those in shared bedrooms, no more than two people will share a room, making it feel just as special as staying in your own space. The house itself is thoughtfully designed for relaxation and inspiration, with beautifully appointed private rooms, welcoming communal areas, and breathtaking views of the surrounding Welsh countryside.
Whether you’re unwinding in one of the cosy lounges, sharing a quiet conversation over a cup of tea, or soaking in the fresh air as you explore the stunning grounds, Plas Uchaf provides the perfect backdrop for creativity, connection, and rest.
We cannot wait to welcome you to this exceptional venue and create unforgettable memories together.
THE FOOD
For three blissful days, forget about meal planning and enjoy the luxury of being served delicious, healthy, and wholesome food at every mealtime. Expect relaxed family-style dinners on the first two nights, where sharing dishes and conversation bring everyone together around the table.
On the final evening, we’ll elevate the experience with a stunning three-course plated dinner. It’s the perfect chance to dress up, toast to new friendships, and savour every bite of a beautifully prepared gourmet meal.
No matter your dietary needs, we’ve got you covered. Simply let us know when you book, and we’ll ensure every dish is tailored to you. This is your time to relax, connect, and indulge in the joy of great food!
PAMPER TIME:
CERI, BEAUTY TONIC
One of our favourite parts of the retreat, a 40-minute session with Ceri of Beauty Tonic to feel totally relaxed and pampered. Previously set up in her own private room at The Grange, you can choose from a Massage, Pedicure, Manicure or a Facial to help you feel rejuvenated and relaxed.
Ceri’s pamper session is covered by your retreat ticket so just let us know when you sign up which treatment you would like, and we will schedule it in for you.
PHOTOGRAPHER FOR 2025 - NAT AUBRY
We are absolutely thrilled to welcome back the hugely talented Nat Aubry as our photographer for the 2025 Stationers’ Retreat!
Nat will once again be onsite, documenting all the magic of the Retreat and capturing stunning headshots for anyone who would like them. With her incredible experience working with small creative businesses and retreats, Nat has an unmatched ability to capture the essence of the moment—and we know her work will be nothing short of extraordinary.
Headshots from the 2024 Retreat by @_nataubry_photography
CREATIVE SESSION * DOLCE LUSSO CAKES *
CREATIVE SESSION * DOLCE LUSSO CAKES *
We are absolutely THRILLED to have Kate from Dolce Lusso Cakes joining us for a creative cake decorating workshop in 2025!
This session is all about stepping away from stationery to try something wonderfully creative and joyful. Kate, known for her incredible Italian-inspired flavours and exquisite sugar flowers, will guide us through decorating our own individual mini-cakes.
With her expert tips and guidance, this workshop promises to be a fun and inspiring experience—no baking skills required! We can’t wait to see the beautiful (and delicious) creations you’ll take home.
PAST SPEAKERS
Elizabeth Hall from 1312 Consulting and Rachel from Salt & Scent Events joined us in 2024 sharing incredible insights into the wedding industry talking about customer journeys and styling.
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1312 Consulting
Elizabeth will be holding an insightful talk on customer journeys within the wedding industry.
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Salt & Scent Events
Rachel will be with us on our fancy pants dinner night to talk about the importance of collaboration within the wedding industry and the basics of styling a table.
PAST HEADLINE SPONSORS
G.F.Smith have been main sponsors of our Retreat for all three of the past years - the value, experience & samples they provide alone make your retreat space worthwhile!
We hope to mix up the samples talk for 2025, so watch this space!
The unrivalled Metallic Elephant have also been on board with the Stationer’s Retreat for the past 2 years. Established in 2007 with the mission of supporting customers with hot foil presses, parts, dies, and expert foiling advice, they have grown into one of the only UK companies to manufacture their own range of hot foil presses.
Their passion lies in introducing customers to foiling and helping them succeed, whether you’re just starting out or refining your craft. Put simply, they want to help you #makeitshiny!
ADDITIONAL RETREAT PARTNERS
We are beyond thrilled to be able to support so many incredible suppliers and businesses by providing direct access to our stationers. Between them they provide the most incredible products for our legendary goodie bags. Packed with an unparalleled selection of samples, freebies, discounts, and expert knowledge, these goodie bags are a highlight of the retreat and the stuff of every stationers dreams.
Simply put, the retreat wouldn’t be what it is without their involvement, and we are so grateful for the role they play in making this event extraordinary.
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PDA Card & Craft
Printers and online shop for many stationery businesses already PDA surprised us with discounts last year for our retreat goers!
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Antalis
Antalis is a leading distributor of premium paper, packaging, and visual communication materials, offering renowned ranges like Keaykolour and Olin, to name but two.
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Foilco
Foilco strive to inspire the use of the most varied and diverse range of stamping foils in the industry. It is their genuine aim to keep hot stamping foils as relevant and impactful as possible and will be supporting us with incredible samples.
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Deakin Creations
Deakin Creations have been supplying stationers with stamps, wax and impeccable customer service for many years. We are THRILLED they are on board to support us with samples and discounts for our goodie bags this year.
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Magna Papers
One of our go to paper and envelope suppliers, Magna Papers are a staple in our UK supplier network. We are thrilled they are on board with us this year supplying samples.
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NORTHERN PRINTING Co
Built from first hand experiences working with stationery suppliers Abbie at Northern Printing Co has an incredible range of the highest spec finishing materials around. Tried and tested she’s one of our fave suppliers!
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Keiyosa
Vipul & Shivani hand make some of the most stylish desk-wares in the UK. With sustainability at the core of everything they do from products to packaging we are thrilled they are treating us to a little gift in this years goodie bags!
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Century Studios
An innovative and creative digital and litho printing company located in the North. Century Studios will be supporting us with samples and knowledge about their incredible printing processes.
BOOK YOUR SPOT TODAY!
pay in full
January only!
10-month payment plan
FAQs
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The Stationers’ Retreat 2024 will be held at the beautiful Plas Uchaf in North Wales
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Any female who works in the wedding stationery & calligraphy industry, and wants to spend time learning and being inspired by like-minded successful businesswomen.
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There will be space for nine women alongside the three hosts.
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The Stationers’ retreat is a female only getaway. We have three private rooms available, otherwise you will be sharing a room with one other guest. If you book a space with a friend/colleague please let us know so we can put you together.
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Our caterers can work with any special dietary requirements, please let us know when you secure your space.
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Yes, there is space for up to 10 cars, last year a few of us car shared for the journey to and from the Retreat.
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Erm… YES!
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Due to high demand and limited availability your booking will be non-refundable. If the retreat is cancelled by the venue or organisers, you will be reimbursed in full.
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A few weeks ahead of the retreat, we will send you a welcome pack, schedule and packing list. Everything required for the workshops will be provided.
