Retreat East

Brick Kiln Farm
Sandy Lane
Hemingstone
Ipswich, Suffolk (IP6 9QE)
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Discover tranquillity in the heart of Suffolk at Retreat East, a picturesque and eco-friendly sanctuary reborn from a historic dairy farm nestled in the countryside of Hemingstone. Tailored for corporate events, team-building retreats, conferences, and individuals seeking an authentically English backdrop, complete with top-notch amenities and service.

Choose from our array of 28 secluded barns, charming farmhouses, and cozy shepherd’s huts, offering a seamless blend of homely comforts and the indulgence of a peaceful wellness escape.

Perfect for hosting brand launches, meetings, intimate dinners, and workshops.

We wholeheartedly embrace the transformative potential of food, understanding that true nourishment starts from within. Our culinary offerings centre around wholesome, robust, seasonal, and health-conscious fare, served with the distinctive Retreat East flair.

Indulge in a rejuvenating spa experience at our Wellness Wing, where tranquillity meets luxury, offering a haven of relaxation and pampering amidst the serene surroundings of Suffolk’s countryside. Home to a steam room, sauna, hot tub, ice bucket experience & two treatment rooms.

Room Information

Room Name
The Potting Shed
Seat Cap
25-40
Reception Cap
50
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Room Name
The Rose Room
Seat Cap
15-30
Reception Cap
40
Additional Info
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Room Name
The Great Barn
Seat Cap
70-120
Reception Cap
140
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Room Name
The Granary
Seat Cap
6
Reception Cap
-
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Room Name
Garden
Seat Cap
-
Reception Cap
120
Additional Info
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What Our Clients Say

I have used ‘Function Fixers’ now on many occasions and they are my go-to for literally any event I need help with organising. Heather is an absolute superstar who is always there to help and goes above and beyond to find me the perfect venue and make sure it is a smooth transition from start to finish.

I would highly recommend them to anyone and am so thankful to have found the company…absolute life and time savers, and certainly ‘fixers’!!

Natalie B
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November 2023

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
This has been an amazing service! Super fast response time and ease of selection of venues. Worked in line with the budget giving the best rates possible to meet our needs. I will definatley use Function fixers again...made the task of finding a venue on a tight budget easy!
  
 
 
 
 Michelle Shepherd 
 
 
 Michelle Shepherd 
 
15/03/2024
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
A huge thanks for the help you have recently provided. Great comms, frequent updates and a venue provided at short notice that met my needs. A special note of thanks to Heather who was an absolute super star (and a life saver). Highly recommended.
  
 
 
 
 ­Paul ­ 
 
 
 ­Paul ­ 
 
05/03/2024
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
Spot on finders of great locations.
  
 
 
 
 Fiona Couper 
 
 
 Fiona Couper 
 
07/02/2024
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
Great communication. Very thorough care and attention to selecting venue choices. Thanks so much
  
 
 
 
 Lyndy Stout 
 
 
 Lyndy Stout 
 
02/02/2024
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
Carrie has been incredibly helpful to help us find a venue for the same day ! It both matched our price range and our requirements.
I highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a venue in London.
  
 
 
 
 Adrien Coudray 
 
 
 Adrien Coudray 
 
27/01/2024
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
Really impressed at the speed and efficiency of this service. I gave Chen a really tricky brief and they smashed it out the park and really helped my team.
  
 
 
 
 Oscar Easton 
 
 
 Oscar Easton 
 
22/01/2024
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
I need to find a venue large enough to host a group for Easter Retreat. We was beginning to worry that we would not be able to host it in  England which would have meant taking it to America or Canada. However we where saved by the Bell by Heather from function fixers, she was the groups shining armer in this case. Heather was able to come up with three or four options that was large enough to host the group also flexible to the groups need. Heather was able to do all the stressful part of negotiations with the venues right to the end and all our group did was to agree with the venue on the date the booking payment was needed We are extremely grateful for all that Heather did for us and would recommend Heather to anyone looking for a venue for any occasion so leaving yourselves stress free to enjoy your day.  Thank you Heather
  
 
 
 
 Syl 
 
 
 Syl 
 
08/01/2024
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
Consistent, professional service. Cannot recommend highly enough!
  
 
 
 
 Will Liddle 
 
 
 Will Liddle 
 
07/11/2023
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
Carrie, Lauren & Heather were extremely helpful, we had some interesting requests & they went above & beyond at every opportunity! I would highly recommend these guys & will certainly be using them again!
  
 
 
 
 Lauren Gowing 
 
 
 Lauren Gowing 
 
12/09/2023
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
I've been working with Carrie for the past 2-3 months to finalise a venue for a 250pax conference we are hosting next year.  She was exceptional in putting forward appropriate suggestions and even better at managing our changing requests and circumstances.  Nothing was too much trouble.  We have just signed on a venue and we are delighted.  Highly recommend!
  
 
 
 
 Lisa Palmer 
 
 
 Lisa Palmer 
 
08/09/2023

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