ABOUT CHETHAM FARM RETREAT
The Story of the Retreat
Chetham Farm Retreat began as a vision for a different kind of venue - one that prioritises calm, quality, and connection over everything else.
A Private Retreat in the Lancashire Countryside
Set within 16 acres of Lancashire countryside, Chetham Farm offers the kind of space that's increasingly hard to find. Rolling fields, mature trees, and distant views create a sense of openness and calm that visitors notice the moment they arrive.
The venue sits in North Turton, easily accessible yet feeling a world away from urban life. It's a place where you can hear birdsong, watch the seasons change, and simply breathe.
Every element—from the converted barn to the meditation hut—has been designed to support meaningful experiences, whether that's a day of focused work or a weekend of restoration.
Meet your hosts
Mandy & Steven Worsley
Chetham Farm Retreat is hosted by award-winning husband and wife team, Mandy and Steven Worsley, and that partnership is at the heart of everything at Chetham Farm.
Together, they have created a retreat that feels both professionally run and deeply personal. It’s a space designed with care, intention and respect for the land, offering guests the chance to pause, reset and reconnect in peaceful countryside surroundings.
Mandy leads the business and hosting side of the retreat. With over 35 years’ experience in healthcare and wellbeing, she brings warmth, structure and a calm, attentive presence to every event and stay. From welcoming guests to curating retreat experiences, she ensures everything feels considered, supportive and seamless.
Steven works largely behind the scenes, tending the land, maintaining the buildings, lighting the fires and making sure everything runs exactly as it should. His steady hand and practical expertise keep the retreat grounded, functional and ready to welcome guests at any time of year.
Chetham Farm Retreat isn’t just a venue. It’s a carefully held space — shaped by two people who care deeply about creating an environment where others can truly switch off, breathe deeply and feel at ease.
Our Awards
We’re proud that Chetham Farm Retreat has been recognised with a number of awards over the years. Below is just a small selection of the accolades we’ve received - a reflection of the care, dedication and experience that go into everything we do.
