Rose Castle, Cumbria
12th-14th November 2027 | Starting at £695Limited to 20 guestsYou arrive at a beautiful castle nestled in the Cumbrian countryside. For the next two nights, there's nowhere you need to be and nothing you need to do except enjoy yourself.
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Imagine slow mornings with a hot cup of tea and a good book. Long conversations with women who feel like old friends, even when you've only just met. Laughing until your face hurts, discovering new stories and spending time with people who understand you without needing you to explain yourself.
You can join in with the bookish activities, get creative, curl up somewhere cosy or simply sit and enjoy the peace. There's no pressure to be productive, no guilt about doing nothing and absolutely no need to watch the clock.
Just a beautiful castle, an incredible group of women and the freedom to spend your time exactly how you want to.
Your next chapter starts here.
What’s included?
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For one special weekend, this beautiful historic castle is ours. No other guests, no sharing the experience with strangers outside our retreat — just our own little world of books, laughter and wonderful women.
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Two nights in the beautiful surroundings of Rose Castle, with a cosy space to call your own and somewhere lovely to retreat to after a day of reading, creating and connecting.
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Forget meal planning, cooking and washing up. Our private in-house chef will take care of the food, preparing delicious meals throughout your stay so you can simply sit back, relax and enjoy.
Enjoy alcoholic drinks served alongside dinner, with additional alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks available to purchase throughout the retreat. Our guest kitchen will also be stocked with unlimited tea, coffee and other hot drinks, ready whenever you fancy a quiet moment or a late-night chat.
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Discover something new at our curated pop-up bookshop, celebrating independent authors and the stories waiting to find their readers. Your next five-star read might be closer than you think.
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A little creativity, a little conversation and something special to take home. Join us for our signature book-inspired embroidery workshop and create a keepsake to remind you of your weekend.
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Bring a book you've loved and exchange it for a new-to-you story. Share recommendations, discover hidden gems and pass a little bookish magic on to someone else.
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A little something waiting just for you. Expect thoughtful, bookish goodies chosen to make your stay feel extra special, with a few treats to enjoy during the retreat and take home afterwards.
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Access to our private retreat WhatsApp group before and during the weekend, so you can connect with your fellow guests, receive updates and arrange travel or room details.
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The freedom to switch off. No responsibilities, no expectations and no need to be anywhere other than exactly where you want to be.
Just two nights of being looked after, surrounded by books and brilliant women, with the space to finally take a breath.
Accommodation options
Your own little corner of the castle. Enjoy a beautifully appointed private room with elegant interiors and plenty of character, offering the perfect space to unwind, get lost in a book and recharge between our bookish activities. A little extra luxury, with all the magic of Rose Castle just beyond your door.
Your stay includes:
Two-night stay in a luxury private bedroom
All food & some drinks throughout your stay, including breakfast, lunch and dinner, unlimited hot drinks and selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
A curated programme of Chapter & Fable activities and experiences
Your Chapter & Fable welcome goodie bag
Plenty of time to read, relax and enjoy the company of fellow book lovers
A little more space. A little more luxury. The perfect place to disappear into your next chapter.
Your own private space to unwind and escape. Our classic rooms offer a cosy, characterful retreat within Rose Castle, perfect for curling up with a good book, recharging between activities and enjoying a little time just for you. All the comfort and magic of the castle, with a room of your own.
Your stay includes:
Two-night stay in a private ensuite bedroom
All food & some drinks throughout your stay, including breakfast, lunch and dinner, unlimited hot drinks and selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
A curated programme of Chapter & Fable activities and experiences
Your Chapter & Fable welcome goodie bag
Plenty of time to read, relax and enjoy the company of fellow book lovers
Your own room. Your own bathroom. Your own little escape.
A cosy room of your own, with the added comfort of a private bathroom just for you, located separately from your bedroom. Perfect for solo guests looking for a little escape, enjoy your own peaceful space to unwind, read and recharge while soaking up the magic of Rose Castle.
Your stay includes:
Two-night stay in a single private bedroom
Your own bathroom located separately from your bedroom
All food & some drinks throughout your stay, including breakfast, lunch and dinner, unlimited hot drinks and selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
A curated programme of Chapter & Fable activities and experiences
Your Chapter & Fable welcome goodie bag
Plenty of time to read, relax and enjoy the company of fellow book lovers
Your own little hideaway. Your own private bathroom. A cosy escape to call your own.
A comfortable, characterful space to call your own. Our accessible private room offers a peaceful retreat within Rose Castle, with accessibility in mind so you can relax, recharge and enjoy every part of your reading retreat at your own pace.
Your stay includes:
Two-night stay in a private ensuite bedroom
Situated right beside the lift for easy access and features an accessible wet room
All food & some drinks throughout your stay, including breakfast, lunch and dinner, unlimited hot drinks and selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
A curated programme of Chapter & Fable activities and experiences
Your Chapter & Fable welcome goodie bag
Plenty of time to read, relax and enjoy the company of fellow book lovers
Thoughtfully designed for comfort. Your own space to unwind. A chapter that's entirely yours.
Coming with a friend? Book a shared room together and enjoy the weekend the Chapter & Fable escape to Rose Castle side by side.
Our shared rooms are available to two guests booking together, so you'll always know who you're sharing your room with. Whether it's your best friend, sister, mum or fellow book lover, it's the perfect way to experience the retreat together.
Two-night stay in a shared bedroom with ensuite
All food & some drinks throughout your stay, including breakfast, lunch and dinner, unlimited hot drinks and selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
A curated programme of Chapter & Fable activities and experiences
Your Chapter & Fable welcome goodie bag each
Plenty of time to read, relax and enjoy the company of fellow book lovers
Two tickets. One room. Two nights of getting lost in a little bit of magic together.