Come and join us at the Maydays Improv Retreat 2023, it’s an unforgettable experience.
A Grade II listed Manor House nestled in 35 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, we can honestly say that we’ve gone full Hogwarts…
What to expect
In October 2021, The Maydays were absolutely delighted to bring you a brand new style of Improv Retreat. Having grown in popularity (and therefore size) we needed a new venue to match. And we found it in Warwickshire’s Ashorne Hill.
As in previous years, the October Retreat is for improvisers of all levels – from beginners to experienced. Over the course of three days, you’ll get to learn and perform improvisation, make new friends, build community, laugh (a lot), and most importantly relax.
Important Note:
Changes for 2023
This year when you book with us, you’ll pay in two installments. Firstly you will secure your place by purchasing The Maydays Improv Retreat workshops for £425.00. Then you will pay on arrival at Ashorne for your board and lodging as below.
If you’re booking a shared room as a duo then you’ll need to book together for £850.00 to secure your places.
If you’d like to book a shared room as a solo booker, then we’ll pair you up with another creative cat.
Sole occupancy private en-suite room: £429.00
Shared occupancy: £379.50p/p
The full cost of the retreat is £854p/p for sole occupancy or £804.50p/p if sharing.
We’ll still be offering the same ‘buffet’ style selection of improv classes, evening shows, jams and socialising – just with a few extra perks. Check them out:
- Private individual rooms, with ensuite bathroom and shower facilities
- Full disabled access
- 90-minute ‘buffet’ sessions, plus longer classes
- 3 meals a day served to your table in the restaurant (and yes we cater for veggies, vegan, gluten-free, allergies – just let us know in the dietary requirements section of your booking)
- 35 acres of stunning grounds to explore (you’ll feel like an extra in a Jane Austen film amongst the soaring trees and manicured shrubs)
- Full access to the gym (great for building up your object work strength)
- Access to the bar, complete with epic views, which closes at 11 pm
- Two chill-out areas, including The Great Hall (with a great fireplace to match).
Extra info
The Maydays Improv Residentials are experiences where you get to learn and perform improvisation, watch improv shows and socialise – all in a beautiful countryside location. It’s the ultimate combo of improv and getaway.
The October Retreat is for any and all levels of improv experience.
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How much experience do I need?
Both new and veteran improvisers are very welcome. We have a range of beginner to advanced classes and lots of different styles to try, so there will be something to suit everyone.
What are the timings?
You can get to your room from 2 pm on Thursday and there will be an orientation session at 5 pm. The finishing time on Sunday is 4 pm.
Daily timings look something like this (this is just a guide, you will receive an accurate timetable on arrival):
- 7 am – 8.30 am Breakfast
- 9 am Class
- 11 am Coffee break
- 11.20 am Class
- 12.50 pm Lunch
- 2 pm Class
- 3.30 pm Coffee break
- 4 pm Class
- 6.30 pm Social time
- 7 pm Dinner
- 8.30 pm Maydays and student shows and other entertainment
- 10 pm Social time in bar / great hall
- 11 pm Bar closes
Rooms
Ashorne Hill has a mix of sole-occupant and shared-occupancy rooms.
Disabled access
Ashorne Hill has disabled access to all workshop rooms and the restaurant as well as to many of the bedrooms. If you have access requirements please do let us know if advance.
Is there WIFI?
Yes, but you will be having too much of a good time to use it very much.
Are there shops nearby?
Leamington Spa is the nearest town and it is around a 15-minute drive away. There are a good number of shops there.
Are there any discounts?
Having moved venue and reimagined our retreat, we have set the lowest price possible so everyone can take advantage of it. You can apply to our Jason Chin Scholarship for a full or part-funded place.
Important information for international travellers:
We understand that booking is a tricky thing to weigh up. Because we run this event on such tight margins, we have to have a £100 cancellation charge unless the event itself is cancelled. If the residential goes ahead but you are unable to travel, we, unfortunately, have to levy the cancellation fee so please be aware of this when booking. Please see full cancellation terms via link below.
The Maydays Retreat Cancellation Policy 2023
For the creative cats that join us and our improv facilitators, staying safe and well, remains a priority at all Maydays events. For our 15th Annual Improv Retreat, you can find the ‘Safe Meeting Policy‘ from Ashorne Hill here
