Minster Mill Hotel, The Cotswolds

2 summer nights in the English countryside with 65 acres of meadows, woodland and riverbank to explore and cosy up with a good book.

26-28 July 2026 (Sunday - Tuesday)

RESERVE YOUR ROOM £300 DEPOSIT

The goal for our weekends is to provide maximum book time in a luxurious environment – whether you are planning to finish a series or reintroduce yourself to the joy of books - all our activities are optional and everything is designed to be enjoyed in moderation.

We also offer exclusive access to authors and their latest book releases.

July 2026 Authors Confirmed:

Catherine Kurtz - Kate Riordan - Lydia Wood

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Old Swan & Minster Mill

In the heart of the Cotswolds, where traditional features meets riverside calm. Read with us in the converted mill barn or out on the banks of the River Windrush.

Located just 15 miles from Oxford, the recently refurbished hotel is set within beautiful countryside, perfect for a mid-summer wander. We will be eating outside (weather permitting) and enjoying the delicate sounds of the river passing through.

This is our first 2 night stay that is running over half-term AND from a Sunday - Tuesday to help accommodate teachers and other weekend workers.

We hope you can join: Sunday 26th - Tuesday 28th July 2026

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Included in the retreat:

2 night stay : Old Swan & Minster Mill, the Cotswolds

All meals, snacks & non-alcohol drinks  

  • Welcome drink (from 3pm on Sunday, 26th July)

  • Continental breakfast and buffet lunches

  • BBQ & picnic dinner

  • Family Style Dinner with bookish pub quiz

  • Tea/Coffee & Biscuits/Fruit available all day

  • Evening fireside reading with marshmallows + hot chocolate

Activities and goodies

  • Morning outdoor yoga + Walks through the grounds

  • Gift bag on arrival

  • 3 Guest Author Events + 3 complimentary NEW books mailed to all guests before the retreat (excludes international shipping tax)

  • Book swap on day 1

  • Spa access - available with a hotel upgrade

Secure your Room with a £300 Deposit.

Instalment payments will be invoiced monthly until full payment is reached.

A cozy bedroom with a wooden bed frame, white bedding, and decorative pillows. Two matching bedside tables with wall-mounted lamps are on each side. The room has a sloped ceiling, a window with curtains, and a patterned accent wall.

Private Room

Inviting double rooms with calming and bright interiors. Featuring new bathrooms and lots of sunlight for reading.

PRICE: £975 /each

PAY IN FULL - PRIVATE
£300 DEPOSIT
Cozy hotel room with a large bed, pink headboard, pillows, and blanket, a sitting area with two chairs, a small table, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

Shared Room

Split king size bed in the garden wing overlooking the water. Request to be connected with a partner/friend directly in the booking form.

PRICE: £700/ each

PAY IN FULL / SHARED
£300 DEPOSIT

Full T&Cs available here

All are welcome! We create a safe and inclusive space for everyone, including LGBTQ+ people. If you have any questions about audience, rooms or book selection please get in touch directly.