Applications are now open for the April 2026 Bluelight Wellbeing Retreats

Applications close on Sunday 22nd February 2026

Here at Thin Blue Line UK, we are delighted to offer several fully funded places for serving and retired Police Officers to attend the Blue Light Wellbeing Retreat this April. Officers from anywhere in the UK are welcome to apply for a place on the retreat; and we also welcome nominations which are made to nominate an officer by their colleagues, friends, or family too!

The retreat will place from Friday 24th April to Sunday 26th April 2026 in a beautiful, peaceful Cotswolds location, and will be led by the fantastic Hannah Bailey (of Blue Light Wellbeing), a former police officer and now a highly qualified therapist.

The two‑night, three‑day wellbeing retreat is designed to give serving and retired police officers the space to learn, connect, and strengthen their mental health. Through a blend of relaxation, group learning, and new experiences, the retreat offers a guaranteed opportunity to decompress from the stresses of work and home, reconnect with yourself and others, and gain the mindset, tools, and techniques needed to navigate life’s challenges.

Included on the Retreat...

🪷Transformative SOMA Breathwork Sessions with Adam Bray.
🥭Nourishing meals from 'Lexis Loving Spoonful'.
🪵Campfire connection and shared learning.
💦A fully supported cold-water immersion experience.
🌿Time in nature to relax, heal, and rebalance.
💞A fun quiz night filled with laughter and community.

If you feel you may be interested in applying or nominating an officer why not watch the video below and also take time to read the below testimonies from officers who have previously attended one of our sponsored spaces on the Bluelight Wellbeing Retreat…

Feedback given by Debbie (an anonymous officer):

“This weekend has changed me; I can feel it already... I would like to thank Thin Blue Line UK for providing me with this opportunity. It really did feel like a thank you for your service”.

Feedback given by Ben (an anonymous officer):

“Thank you, Thin Blue Line UK, for funding my place and giving me the chance to step away, reset, and reconnect. The Blue Light Wellbeing Retreat was a gift I didn’t know I needed. I’ve come away with renewed balance and resilience. Your charity, working with the incredible Hannah, has created something truly special. As a serving officer, thank you for supporting my mental health and the wellbeing of my colleagues and me”.

Feedback given by Michelle (an anonymous officer):

“Some of these people have become my best friends. The information, the activities, the shared stories – it was life-changing”.

These retreats are possible thanks to our partnership with Bluelight Consultancy, who have supported us by sponsoring these spaces.

You can nominate yourself, a colleague, friend, or family member by filling in the Application Form below.

All responses are strictly confidential, will not be shared with your force, and are only shared with Bluelight Wellbeing.

Please Note...

1. A £60 refundable deposit is required at the time of booking. This is returned to you upon attendance and is is only requested to cover costs administrative costs should you not attend. As a charity, we rely on donations, and this deposit helps prevent non‑attendance which impacts our ability to support others.
2. Due to spaces available places are limited and, due to this, we unfortunately can’t fund every application for the April retreat.
3. All applications will be appropriately triaged.
4. We can also financially support officers with travel costs (please indicate this in your application).
5. Accommodation is in same‑sex shared twin ensuite rooms, so it’s essential nominees are comfortable with this.
6. We also hope to offer an additional retreat later in the year for those who may not be successful.