Join Us
at
The Valuable
Retreat 2025
Location
Oxford, UK
Event date
November 7-9th
Join Us
at
The Valuable
Retreat 2025
Location
Oxford, UK
Event date
November 7-9th
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retreat
The Valuable Retreat is rated 9.4 out of 10 based on a Survey
Why Valuable Retreat?
Every year, we bring together 50 adults to break free from their daily routine, focus on reflection and learn new skills so they can advance in their career. It is the perfect opportunity to meet new people and equip yourself with knowledge, all whilst having fun!
“This retreat was 10/10 and I am definitely coming back next year.”
“This retreat was 10/10 and I am definitely coming back next year.”
What’s the
What’s the
What’s the
theme?
theme?
theme?
Partnership: The need for help
Partnership: The need for help
Partnership: The need for help
"You don’t ask for help because you’re weak, you ask for help to stay strong"
"You don’t ask for help because you’re weak, you ask for help to stay strong"
"You don’t ask for help because you’re weak, you ask for help to stay strong"
This year, we’re focusing on the power of partnership and why asking for help is a strength, not a weakness. In our personal and professional lives, we thrive when we lean on others, collaborate, and build strong support systems.
This year, we’re focusing on the power of partnership and why asking for help is a strength, not a weakness. In our personal and professional lives, we thrive when we lean on others, collaborate, and build strong support systems.
This year, we’re focusing on the power of partnership and why asking for help is a strength, not a weakness. In our personal and professional lives, we thrive when we lean on others, collaborate, and build strong support systems.
How will you benefit?
“Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers – 3 John 1:2”
“Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers – 3 John 1:2”
“Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers – 3 John 1:2”
At our retreat, we believe in nurturing every facet of your life. We blend professional, personal and spiritual development, recognising that true fulfilment arises from a balanced integration of all three. Therefore we offer an opportunity for devotion and worship to God throughout the weekend.
What Should
You
expect
Keynote Talks
Receive wisdom and knowledge from inspiring leaders on seeking help to advance your career.
Keynote Talks
Receive wisdom and knowledge from inspiring leaders on seeking help to advance your career.
Keynote Talks
Receive wisdom and knowledge from inspiring leaders on seeking help to advance your career.
Keynote Talks
Receive wisdom and knowledge from inspiring leaders on seeking help to advance your career.
Interactive Workshops
Practical sessions to uncover your unique talents and craft a meaningful career path.
Interactive Workshops
Practical sessions to uncover your unique talents and craft a meaningful career path.
Interactive Workshops
Practical sessions to uncover your unique talents and craft a meaningful career path.
Interactive Workshops
Practical sessions to uncover your unique talents and craft a meaningful career path.
Games & Team Building
Build genuine friendships and long lasting connections through social activities.
Games & Team Building
Build genuine friendships and long lasting connections through social activities.
Games & Team Building
Build genuine friendships and long lasting connections through social activities.
Games & Team Building
Build genuine friendships and long lasting connections through social activities.
Rest & Recovery
Reflect on your career journey and recharge your sense of purpose.
Rest & Recovery
Reflect on your career journey and recharge your sense of purpose.
Rest & Recovery
Reflect on your career journey and recharge your sense of purpose.
Rest & Recovery
Reflect on your career journey and recharge your sense of purpose.
Wake up & worship
Start each day with reflection, prayer and worship with a caring community.
Wake up & worship
Start each day with reflection, prayer and worship with a caring community.
Wake up & worship
Start each day with reflection, prayer and worship with a caring community.
Wake up & worship
Start each day with reflection, prayer and worship with a caring community.
*Disclaimer*
You’re not required to attend all sessions, simply turn up and participate in what interests you!
Gala Dinner
Gala Dinner
Gala Dinner
Celebrate the weekend in style with an elegant gala night, featuring a 3-course dinner with captivating entertainment. Men should wear a tuxedo or suit and women should opt for an elegant ball gown or dress.
Celebrate the weekend in style with an elegant gala night, featuring a 3-course dinner with captivating entertainment. Men should wear a tuxedo or suit and women should opt for an elegant ball gown or dress.
Celebrate the weekend in style with an elegant gala night, featuring a 3-course dinner with captivating entertainment. Men should wear a tuxedo or suit and women should opt for an elegant ball gown or dress.
Agenda
7th Nov
DAY 01
Arrivals & Check-in from 6:00PM
On the first day, settle in, meet fellow community members and break the ice. Bond over dinner, games and a welcome ceremony that will provide all the information you need to make the most of the weekend and create lasting memories.
8th Nov
DAY 02
9th Nov
DAY 03
7th Nov
DAY 01
Arrivals & Check-in from 6:00PM
On the first day, settle in, meet fellow community members and break the ice. Bond over dinner, games and a welcome ceremony that will provide all the information you need to make the most of the weekend and create lasting memories.
8th Nov
DAY 02
9th Nov
DAY 03
7th Nov
DAY 01
Arrivals & Check-in from 6:00PM
On the first day, settle in, meet fellow community members and break the ice. Bond over dinner, games and a welcome ceremony that will provide all the information you need to make the most of the weekend and create lasting memories.
8th Nov
DAY 02
9th Nov
DAY 03
Agenda
7th Nov
DAY 01
Arrivals & Check-in from 6:00PM
On the first day, settle in, meet fellow community members and break the ice. Bond over dinner, games and a welcome ceremony that will provide all the information you need to make the most of the weekend and create lasting memories.
8th Nov
DAY 02
9th Nov
DAY 03
Venue
Location
Location
Voco Oxford Thames Hotel
Henley Road, Oxford, OX4 4GX
Voco Oxford Thames Hotel
Henley Road, Oxford, OX4 4GX
Luxury Suite Conference Rooms
• Biscuits, teas and coffees
• Pens and notepads
• Water and cups
• Free Wifi
Twin Accommodation
• Fresh Towels and Toiletries
• Flat-screen TV and Desk Space
• Iron & Ironing Board and Safe
Health Club Leisure Centre
• Heated Indoor Swimming Pool
• Sauna and Steam Room
• Gym with free weights section
Transportation
We offer a round-trip coach ticket that covers travel from London to the venue and back. The coach departs from London Euston Bus Station, NW1 2RT. You can include this option as an add-on during checkout.
We offer a round-trip coach ticket that covers travel from London to the venue and back. The coach departs from London Euston Bus Station, NW1 2RT. You can include this option as an add-on during checkout.
We offer a round-trip coach ticket that covers travel from London to the venue and back. The coach departs from London Euston Bus Station, NW1 2RT. You can include this option as an add-on during checkout.
We offer a round-trip coach ticket that covers travel from London to the venue and back. The coach departs from London Euston Bus Station, NW1 2RT. You can include this option as an add-on during checkout.
You can drive to Voco Oxford Thames Hotel, OX4 4GX. There is a FREE visitor's car park which you can use to park for the duration of the retreat. The car park is complementary for valuable retreat guests.
You can drive to Voco Oxford Thames Hotel, OX4 4GX. There is a FREE visitor's car park which you can use to park for the duration of the retreat. The car park is complementary for valuable retreat guests.
You can drive to Voco Oxford Thames Hotel, OX4 4GX. There is a FREE visitor's car park which you can use to park for the duration of the retreat. The car park is complementary for valuable retreat guests.
You can drive to Voco Oxford Thames Hotel, OX4 4GX. There is a FREE visitor's car park which you can use to park for the duration of the retreat. The car park is complementary for valuable retreat guests.
The nearest train stations are Oxford station and Radley Station. They are both a 15 minute drive away from the venue. It has connections to mainline stations including London Euston and London Paddington.
The nearest train stations are Oxford station and Radley Station. They are both a 15 minute drive away from the venue. It has connections to mainline stations including London Euston and London Paddington.
The nearest train stations are Oxford station and Radley Station. They are both a 15 minute drive away from the venue. It has connections to mainline stations including London Euston and London Paddington.
The nearest train stations are Oxford station and Radley Station. They are both a 15 minute drive away from the venue. It has connections to mainline stations including London Euston and London Paddington.
How do I register for the event?
You can register by clicking the "Buy Ticket" button at the top of this page. Choose your preferred ticket option, fill out the required details, and complete the payment to secure your spot. The ticket price includes access to all keynote sessions, workshops, hotel facilities, gala dinner, food and accommodation across the weekend.
How do I register for the event?
You can register by clicking the "Buy Ticket" button at the top of this page. Choose your preferred ticket option, fill out the required details, and complete the payment to secure your spot. The ticket price includes access to all keynote sessions, workshops, hotel facilities, gala dinner, food and accommodation across the weekend.
How do I register for the event?
You can register by clicking the "Buy Ticket" button at the top of this page. Choose your preferred ticket option, fill out the required details, and complete the payment to secure your spot. The ticket price includes access to all keynote sessions, workshops, hotel facilities, gala dinner, food and accommodation across the weekend.
How do I register for the event?
You can register by clicking the "Buy Ticket" button at the top of this page. Choose your preferred ticket option, fill out the required details, and complete the payment to secure your spot. The ticket price includes access to all keynote sessions, workshops, hotel facilities, gala dinner, food and accommodation across the weekend.
Can I setup a payment plan?
Can I setup a payment plan?
Can I setup a payment plan?
Can I setup a payment plan?
Do I need to be part of the valuable community to attend?
Do I need to be part of the valuable community to attend?
Do I need to be part of the valuable community to attend?
Do I need to be part of the valuable community to attend?
Can I come alone?
Can I come alone?
Can I come alone?
Can I come alone?
Previous
retreats
Previous retreats
Previous retreats
2024
2024
Purpose to Fulfilment
Last year's theme addressed the unique challenges of finding fulfilment in our work. We learned how to discover purpose and meaning in our career, increasing satisfaction.
2023
2023
Leadership & Accountability
We focused on helping our guests develop the skills necessary to become respected leaders. Our sessions deepened their understanding of accountability.
2022
2022
Inaugural: The Beginning
We launched our first retreat, welcoming 36 guests to engage in reflection, transformative workshops and build authentic relationships with like-minded peers.