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Business Meets Retreat

Time on your business. Time for yourself.

A unique event combining high-value business learning, peer networking and a world-class spa experience.

A business retreat for ambitious entrepreneurs and business owners: business growth, wellbeing and connection, in one day at Hoar Cross Hall.

Reserve your place

Business growth · Wellbeing · Connection

Hoar Cross Hall at dusk, its lit spa terrace and outdoor pools in the foreground.

Fig. 01 · Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire

Next event

Thursday 21 January 2027

Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire. From £329 + VAT. Spaces are limited.

01 · The agenda

A day designed for business owners

Two working sessions either side of lunch, then the spa. You leave with a clearer strategy and, for once, some energy left.

  • The morning sessionFocused business content and practical strategies to help you grow.9:30am – 12:30pm
  • Networking lunchConnect with fellow business owners and leaders over a two-course lunch.12:30pm – 1:30pm
  • Afternoon sessionMore expert-led content, workshops and real-world insights for your business.1:30pm – 4:30pm
  • Twilight spaTake advantage of the world-class spa facilities on offer.5:30pm – 10:00pm

You'll leave with

  • Clearer business strategy
  • Practical growth ideas
  • Valuable business connections
  • Renewed energy and focus

02 · Speakers

Meet your speakers

Three people who have built, led and performed at the very top, on what it actually took.

  • Andrew Hulbert, in a navy jacket and open-collared shirt, against a white studio background.

    From bedroom startup to $100M exit

    Andrew Hulbert

    Founder, Investor and Chair

    Andrew built a business from his bedroom into one of the UK's fastest-growing companies. In nine years he scaled it to more than 500 people and £50m turnover, secured more than 40 awards, delivered £0.25bn in contracted services and generated more than £80m ($100m) in exit value. He retired at 37.

  • Mike Brown on the pitch in an England rugby shirt, mid-match.

    High performance and resilience Q&A

    Mike Brown

    Former England Rugby International and Premiership legend

    Mike had a 20-year career at the highest level of rugby, earning 72 England caps and making more than 350 appearances for Harlequins, alongside spells with Newcastle Falcons and Leicester Tigers. He speaks on performing under pressure and the highs and lows of professional sport.

  • Dan Ashworth in an England training top, arms folded, on an indoor pitch.

    Building a high-performance environment

    Dan Ashworth

    Chief Football Officer for The FA

    Dan has held senior roles across The FA, Brighton, Newcastle United and Manchester United. His session covers leadership, culture, performance and building successful teams.

More speakers to be announced.

03 · Choose your package

Choose your package

Both include the full day and the twilight spa. The second adds the night, so the retreat ends with breakfast rather than a drive home.

Package 01

£329 + VAT

Business Growth Day and Twilight Spa Experience

  • Full day of high-value business content
  • Two-course buffet lunch
  • Refreshments throughout the day
  • Post-event twilight spa experience
  • Light meal in Hugo's spa restaurant

Package 02

£489 + VAT

Business Growth Day, Twilight Spa Experience and one-night stay

  • Everything in the first package
  • Overnight stay in a luxury room
  • Full breakfast
  • Post-event twilight spa experience
  • Light meal in Hugo's spa restaurant
Reserve your place

Additional overnight stays are available. Spaces are limited.

Reserve your place

Spaces are limited.

Reserving starts with an email to Gav, with the date and both packages already filled in. He will come back to you to talk it through or to confirm your place.

No email app? Write to Gav@alchemyhub.co.uk.