There’s something deeply satisfying about knowing exactly where your food comes from — not a label, not a supermarket shelf, but the land itself. The Wild Gourmet Experience invites guests to step outside the ordinary and into a day shaped entirely by nature, seasonality, and the simple joy of gathering, preparing, and sharing food together.
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For anyone who’s ever watched Bear Grylls and thought, “I could do that” (or at least wanted to try), our Bushcraft Adventure Day is your chance to step into the wild and rediscover the freedom, confidence, and quiet power of basic survival skills.
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In today’s always-on working culture, stress and burnout are no longer individual challenges — they are organisational ones. Teams are juggling competing priorities, constant connectivity, and increasing performance demands, often with little space to pause and reset. Forward-thinking organisations are recognising that sustainable performance starts with wellbeing.
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We are offering a FREE place on any of our retreats when you successfully refer The Forge for a corporate event.
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The Forge offers the perfect mix of outdoor adventure, luxury accommodation and well-equipped meeting spaces for your perfect corporate retreat.
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Would you like to join us for a wild swimming experience this summer?
Here are three ways to enjoy the water with us:
Are ready to move up a gear and start to really swim in open water?
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Secret locations, homemade cake, Finnish sauna.... we've got the perfect recipe for a truly relaxing weekend.
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There really is nothing quite like the sensation of gliding smoothly and efficiently through the glassy waters of a Welsh llyn.
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How do you know which retreat to join at The Forge next summer? Here's our helpful guide to explain who each retreat is designed for and why you should book on.
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Wild swimming is great fun - all that cold water, the exhilaration, the famous 'buzz' afterwards. But it is not without its risks. Find out more about what we do at The Forge to keep you safe and well in the water.
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Finding inner peace doesn't have to mean sitting crossed legged humming on a beanbag. It can be anything that allows you to be completely present in the moment. And for me, that is absorbing myself in exercising in extreme weather conditions in the most beautiful scenery in the world...
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We are super excited about our new woodfired sauna and wildlife pond which will be the focus for lots of new day retreats that we are launching this year.
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Ever heard the term ‘trail running’ and wondered just what the heck that means?
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Are you looking for an intimate off-grid venue with loads of indoor and outdoor space for a day retreat?
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We have a confession to make. Come To Your Senses: Meditation for Non-Meditators is not actually a meditation retreat. Wait, what?
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Come and sample REAL rural life on our new summer camp!
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We are super excited to share our 2024 retreat dates and we've got some great new experiences lined up for you, whether you are looking to escape on your own for a weekend, or would like to bring the whole family along too.
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Would wild swimming in cold water every day in the coldest month of the year prove to be a life-changing experience?
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The Forge has collaborated with Cardiff Metropolitan University to publish this case study for CABI on how the magic combination of wild swimming and glamping can help women build a stronger self-identity and foster a lasting sense of community.
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Are you looking for somewhere where you can be together with your friends and family this summer, where everyone can stay together, eat together and generally just hang out in a beautiful outdoor location? Here's how The Forge can tick all your boxes...
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Let's face it, grown ups may claim to love glamping but for kids the experience is totally magical! Here are what some of our younger guests have told us they love the most about a stay at The Forge...
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We are all familiar with our five senses – sight, sound, smell, taste and touch – but have you ever really stopped to think about how each sense changes your perception of the world around you?
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Ask yourself these five simple questions and find out if you are experiencing burnout...
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Do you get a real buzz out of helping people relax and have a good time?
Are you really into your yoga, wild swimming, and outdoor adventures?
Do you love good food and cooking?
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If you're starting the year feeling exhausted and worn out when everyone else around you seems full of energy and motivation after their break, then you could well be suffering from burnout.
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If you're starting the year feeling exhausted and worn out when everyone else around you seems full of energy and motivation after their break, then you could well be suffering from burnout.
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We have got an action packed six weeks planned for all our guests this summer. Check out our programme of FREE activities and come and get involved during your stay.
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Check out our FREE programme of bushcraft activities running from the 28th May to 6th June, 2021
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Meet Emma and Sheena. Passionate about wild swimming, good food and getting back to nature. And your hosts for our Wild Swim Weekend at The Forge.
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Do I need my own kit? Can I bring the whole family? Will I get cold? Check out our quick Q&A to give you everything you need to know about our Family Canoe and Bushcraft Weekend which we will be hosting at The Forge from 4th – 6th June.
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We are looking for a Seasonal Operations Manager and a Seasonal Housekeeper to join our team this summer. If you are passionate about the great outdoors, love working with people and care deeply about living more sustainably then get in touch!
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Are you looking for the perfect gift for someone who loves outdoor adventures? Our online shop might have just the thing for you...
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Find out all about the measures we are taking to keep us all safe and well during your stay at The Forge during the summer of 2020.
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If life in lockdown has inspired you to start growing your own food but you have no clue where to start then this guide might give you a few pointers to get you up and running.
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Are you trying to be a bit more eco-conscious this Christmas? Then check out our guide for some quick and easy tips on minimising your impact on the planet this yuletide...
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Have you ever wondered what wild swimming is all about? Are you keen to try it but not sure where to start? This week our friends, Meg and Laura, at Wild Swim Snowdonia are here to tell us all about it!
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Are you looking for thrills and spills this summer? Forget New Zealand, North Wales has it all!
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Leave the car behind with these fantastic local days out
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Lakes, mountains, castles, trains and ice cream. Lots and lots of ice cream! Here are five suggested itineraries for days out, all within half an hours' drive of The Forge.
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Are you curious about eating wild food but not sure where to start? Read on for our top tips for first time foragers.
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We are nearly there, folks! We survived seemingly never-ending January and we’re now into the tail end of winter (we hope!). We love February at The Forge – the shortest and in many ways the sweetest month. Here are just a few reasons why…
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The weather may have turned cold but that’s no excuse to stay inside!
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Is this your first time glamping? Not quite sure what to bring and what you can leave behind? Check out this handy checklist to make the packing so much easier (and save you some space in the car!).
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Have you ever wondered what the difference is between glamping and camping?
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The summer may nearly be over and the heatwave all but a distant memory but there’s still plenty to do during a trip to The Forge, even on a wet day. Here’s our Top Ten guide of things to do and places to visit when the sun may not be shining...
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With the Corwen Walking Festival just around the corner, we wanted to share our favourite walks with you. And let you in on a little secret about how we choose the names for our accommodation....
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So what exactly is a digital detox? How do you do it and, more importantly, what does it really feel like?
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Give children lots of fresh air, a wide open space and some freedom and you'll be amazed at their imagination and creativity!
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April has begun with lots of happy hens at The Forge, in every sense of the word!
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Although you might not always feel like it, getting outside at this time of year is good for your heart, body, mind and soul...
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