creative retreats in Portishead
Court House farm and Gardens -
A Place to Breathe, Create & Connect
Step away from the noise of daily life and into a space designed for creativity, calm, and connection. Located in the coastal town of Portishead, just outside Bristol, Court House Farm & Gardens offers creative retreats in Somerset — immersive, joy-filled escapes to inspire both body and soul.
Artisan Retreats with a Difference
Our residential creative retreats in the UK run over three or five days and are hosted within the peaceful setting of our historic manor house and rustic farmstead. Surrounded by cottage gardens, ancient stone barns, and wide skies, you'll find the stillness and inspiration you've been craving.
At the heart of each retreat is a hands-on artisan workshop — whether it's painting, printmaking, floristry, calligraphy, or another creative skill — led by expert tutors and practicing artists.
what’s included
Each retreat is thoughtfully curated to nourish body, mind, and soul.
The retreat includes:
Chef-prepared meals & refreshments
Daily guided yoga or wellness sessions
Hands-on creative workshops with experts in their fields
Meeting and working creatively alongside like-minded people
A local excursion or two — to inspire and delight
Time to rest, roam the gardens, and simply be
Whether you're looking for an art retreat in Somerset, a wellness escape near Bristol, or time to reconnect with your creativity, Court House Farm offers an experience that lingers long after you leave.
Our retreats are offered as residential but we also have non-residential (day- guest) places available
catering
Food to Nourish & Delight
Our kitchen brings together local ingredients, seasonal inspiration, and a deep love of good food. Meals are a key part of the experience — shared, slow, and full of flavour. Whether you’re enjoying breakfast in the garden or wine at a candlelit dinner, every bite is prepared with care
Stay in Comfort & Style
Each guest bedroom is unique — a soft blend of rustic charm and thoughtful luxury. From vintage furnishings to plush linens, everything is designed to help you unwind. Open your window to garden views, curl up with a book, or take a soak after a full, creative day.
We also offer non-residential (day guest) places, ideal for those living locally
Upcoming Creative Retreats in Somerset
Looking for craft retreats in the South West UK or a mindful escape that combines art, nature, and well-being
A Retreat You’ll Remember
Whether you come alone or with a friend, our retreats offer a rare kind of magic — a chance to slow down, explore something new, and return home with more than just memories.
These are more than creative breaks; they’re soulful, inspiring, and designed to leave you rested, reconnected, and creatively renewed.
We’d love to welcome you to Court House Farm & Gardens — one of Somerset’s most inspiring creative retreat spaces. Join our mailing list to hear more
Testimonials
“I’ve come away feeling really inspired, confident and ready to try new things. I had the best time and learnt so much which is exactly what I wanted to get out of the retreat.”
“As a mum who puts her family first before herself, it was so lovely to take time for myself to be creative, try new things, spend time with interesting people, eat delicious food that I didn’t have to make myself, relax in a stunning setting both in the Court House and in the grounds .... I thoroughly recommend a Retreat for those wishing to explore their creative side alongside other like minded individuals!”
“My idea of a retreat is to escape the demands of everyday life and enjoy oneself. From the moment I arrived at this spectacular venue I felt as if I had stepped into another world.
Court House Farm oozes charm and individuality. The romantic decor combined with the beautifully planted gardens provides a truly relaxing and inspirational setting for being creative.
The standard of catering is equally wonderful. Every dish seems like a work of art and the effort that has gone into creating a healthy, nutritious menu for all diets is evident. Eating was as much a pleasure as painting.
The painting itself was informative and great fun. Having never painted furniture before I thoroughly enjoyed learning different techniques and trying out the possibilities on my own pieces. I felt a great sense of achievement when I stood back and saw how far I had come in four days. It was particularly special sharing my precious detox with other like-minded people, both those looking after us and fellow retreaters. We very quickly became a family in which we could relax, forget the stresses of the outside world and enjoy each others company.
All in all I feel I have had a meaningful opportunity to reconnect with myself and am still very much feeling the benefits now that I am back at home cherishing the memories. I hope I get the opportunity to do this again some day.”
“I couldn’t have asked for anything more. The whole retreat, from start to finish, was absolutely perfect.”
Collaborate with us
Fellow creatives we would love to here from you if you would like to run a retreat or be part of one