Incomparable Corporate Retreats in the Glorious Essex Countryside
If you’re searching for the perfect venue to host an inspiring corporate retreat for your staff, then look no further than Browning Bros. Here we can help you encourage and engage your team; whether you’re treating all your staff to a quirky weekend retreat, or you’re just looking for a peaceful location to host an away day.
Whisk your team away from the pressures of the office, open minds and create inspiring new ideas in the heart of the Essex countryside. From cacao ceremonies to gong baths – we’ve got every activity you could possibly want for a team retreat. So, gather your team together and join us for a fantastic time out in the wild…
Enjoy the Peace & Quiet of the Essex Countryside
We all know that being stuck in an office on a beautiful sunny day has its downsides. Don’t you desperately just want to get outside and soak up the sunshine, but also still feel like you’ve achieved something? A corporate retreat at Browning Bros. is the perfect antidote to those FOMO feelings; it’s the perfect place to connect with nature, experience a wonderful day away from the office, and inspire your team like never before.
Nestled in the picturesque Colne Valley in North Essex, Browning Bros. is situated on an organic 5th generation family farm, making it secluded, tranquil and the ideal location to escape the stresses of everyday working life. It’s just six miles from Colchester, and easily reachable from London, Brighton, Cambridge and Oxford. What more could you ask for from a truly unforgettable corporate retreat?
Intimate Team Retreats at Teybrook Orchard
Treat your hard-working team to a restful away day in the countryside at Teybrook Orchard. The venue is perfect for small, intimate corporate events, with a fantastic variety of quirky facilities available. We have a large 60ft x 30ft marquee which can be used for hosting engaging conference talks, or relaxing as you refuel for the day with some delicious food.
Kick back during gloriously sunny evenings at Browning Bros. in our luxury glamping accommodation. Teybrook Orchard boasts four Mongolian yurts, four bell tents, one converted grain silo and one luxury shepherd’s hut, sleeping up to 30 people in total. They are all fully furnished and even come with their own power supply, so you don’t need to worry about where to charge your phone! If you’re planning to bring more than 30 people, we can supply 5m bell tents for any additional team members.
Endless Possibilities at Chalkney Water Meadows
Invite your whole team on a refreshing retreat at Chalkney Water Meadows, the ideal venue for larger corporate retreats. The site boasts acres of space with endless possibilities for activities and team-building exercises, and three festival-style giant tipis which are perfect for hosting inspiring conferences and for congregating at mealtimes.
Our beautifully furnished bell tents can be configured for single, twin, or triple occupancy with double bedsteads. Two luxury cabins are situated only a 2-minute walk away, offering all your creature comforts along with views of our stunning, glistening lake.
Fun-Filled Activities for Corporate Team Building Events
We want nothing more than to make your corporate retreat here at Browning Bros. truly inspiring, engaging, and unique. To provide the best experience possible, we’ve teamed up with a variety of wonderful local companies to offer a diverse range of indoor and outdoor activities. Whether you’re looking for light-hearted entertainment or some serious team-building exercises, we’ve got you covered! We’ll tailor your experience to your own specific needs.
Activities we can offer include paddle boarding on the lake, bushcraft and survival skills, local cider and gin tastings, creative art classes, cooking classes, giant inflatable knockouts (sounds fun, right?!), forest bathing and foraging, yoga, meditation, sound healing experiences, pamper sessions, all manner of team-building activities, and many more too.
Delicious Delicacies to Keep the Team Fuelled
During your team-building retreat, you’re going to need to keep your team fuelled up with food. We work closely with a brilliant selection of professional caterers who offer a variety of fantastic food options, all locally sourced with sustainable, seasonal, freshly prepared ingredients.
The quirky food vendors bring a fun festival vibe to corporate retreats, with smoky BBQs, peaceful lakeside picnics, meaty hog roasts, pizzas made in wood-fired ovens, and perfect plant-based goodies.
If you’d prefer a more formal fine dining experience, our on-site award-winning restaurant The Barn Brasserie is ideal. This stunning 16th Century timber barn provides a delightful setting to host divine dinners and really show your team how much you value them.
Both venues have a bar on-site, ideal for creating and sipping on a few tasty tipples with your colleagues. It’s also the perfect hangout spot to catch up and unwind away from the office!
Unique Corporate Retreats at Browning Bros.
Unite, encourage, and inspire your team with a uniquely quirky corporate retreat at Browning Bros. Nestled in the heart of the Essex countryside, there truly is no better location to take your mind away from the stresses of work life and get the best out of your team. Contact us today to enquire about arranging an upcoming corporate retreat and let us design the perfect event for all your team’s needs.
