Yes, you can! As a self-employed professional in the UK, investing in your continuous professional development (CPD) is not only beneficial for your business growth but can also be tax-deductible. Our retreat is designed to enhance your business skills and mindset, making it a legitimate business expense. By attending, you’ll not only gain valuable knowledge and strategies to grow your business, but you may also benefit from tax advantages, reducing the overall cost to your business.

Our retreat takes place on the 6th-8th May 2025. If those dates don’t work for you make sure to stay tuned for future dates in 2025.

We always block out extra night either side of these retreats if you wish to stay the night before and last day. If all our Mid Wales Holidays accommodation is fully booked, please note that there are plenty of dog-friendly BnBs locally too, which we can recommend based on previous clients' experiences.

Our accommodation includes:

Y Beudy - £80 for the double / £75 for the single per night

Comprises of: 2 bedrooms: 1 double and 1 single, also the lounge has a double sofa-bed if needed. Sleeps 3 in bedrooms and a further 2 in the living room. A well equipped kitchen/diner, including a microwave, fridge/freezer, electric cooker and washing machine. A shower room with toilet and sink and built in cupboards. Large living room featuring beams, roof lights and exposed brick work. Freesat large TV and DVD player in the living room, board games and books provided. Stair gate provided to keep dogs off the carpeted areas if dirty. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wifi all included. Y Beudy has multiple sitting-out areas with beautiful views all around. Use of the barbecue, private garden, ample parking, cycle store and kennel available on request. It is all on the ground floor however there are a few steps up to the living room and up to the double bedroom.

Penrhyllan - £127 per night

Comprises of: 1 double bedroom with oak beams and vaulted ceiling, also the lounge has a double sofa-bed if needed. Sleeps 2 in bedroom and a further 2 in the living room. A well equipped kitchen/diner, including a microwave, fridge/freezer, cooker and washing machine. A shower room with toilet and sink and built in cupboards. Large open plan lounge/kitchen diner featuring oak beams, sofa bed, TV, DVD player and Sky Q box with Netflix and sports. Hard floors throughout the living areas. Central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wifi all included. Multiple sitting-out areas with beautiful views all around. Use of the barbecue, private garden, ample parking, cycle store and kennel available on request. All on the ground floor. This cottage has wonderful oak beams and great views of the valley and mountains.  

Caravans - £55 per night
We have 2 x 2/4 bed touring caravans located at the bottom of the yard next to the fields. The views are the best on the site and access for the dog’s straight to the fields is a bonus. The caravans are fully equipped with bathroom including a shower, toilet, oven/hob, microwave, dining table, heating and all the kitchen equipment you will need. The awnings give you more space for the outdoor gear. The caravans are all dog friendly and suitable for those that prefer to have their own space during the gundog holidays or those looking for a cheaper option to the cottage. We have auto fill water containers so no need to keep filling them up and electric hook up to the caravans. All vans have heaters that warm them up really quick in those cooler months. Space for parking next to each van.

There is plenty of parking next to the accommodation both at the top of the yard and at the bottom by the caravans. We are at the end of a very quiet lane with only one other house, so no one comes up to the house except for deliveries

Yes we have fantastic fast internet that spans the cottages, caravans, barns and some of the fields. We even had the new Starlink was installed this year to ensure we can enjoy the benefits of being connected throughout the venue.

We are located in Llandinam, Powys - detailed instructions of how to get here will be provided on booking. In the area, there are two towns nearby which have food shops and pubs etc. Llanidloes is less than 10 mins away and Newtown is 15 mins away. Both have vets and a variety of shops. Nearest A&E for humans is Shrewsbury and Aberystwyth but we do have a small hospital for minor injuries in Llanidloes. If you have time Hafren Forest and Clywedog Reservoir are both stunning and within 30 mins of here. Other places if you have time are the coast at Borth, Snowdonia, Brecon Beacons, Elan Valley and Lake Vrywy.

After this month’s early bird sale, the cost will increase by 10% to £1400. So get in there early. However, if you miss out there will still be instalment options for you to take advantage of.

Self-doubt and burnout are common in the dog training industry. This retreat not only focuses on business growth but also on building your confidence and mindset. With 1-1 mindset coaching and supportive interactions with peers, you’ll leave feeling more empowered and ready to push your business to new heights.

Being an excellent dog trainer is crucial, but without strong business skills, it’s hard to reach your full potential. This retreat will teach you how to market yourself effectively, manage your time better, and increase your income, so you can focus more on what you love—training dogs—while running a successful business.

Our expert speakers understand the unique challenges faced by dog trainers and provide practical, tested methods that have helped others in similar situations. Plus, with personalized 1-1 sessions, you’ll receive guidance that directly applies to your business’s unique needs.

Taking a few days away from your business might seem challenging, but this retreat is designed to give you tools and strategies that will save you time and increase your profitability in the long run. You’ll return with actionable insights that can help you work smarter, attract more clients, and achieve a better work-life balance, making this investment truly worthwhile.