Life by Design
Life by DesignThe January Retreat
A day that could change your life.
A little bit of sunshine in January.
A whole day to lift your spirits, fill you with inspiration and leave you excited about life — with plenty of laughter, fabulous food and genuine connection with wonderful women along the way.
£159 · Friday, 8 January 2027
A little invitation
A whole day, just for you.
After a busy festive period, it could be time to treat yourself
Imagine stepping away from the everyday and having a whole day just for you.
A day to laugh, connect, dream and discover. You'll be gently guided to reconnect with what really matters, dive a little deeper into your soul and take a wonderful glimpse into the future.
To imagine what's possible. To get excited about what's ahead. To set your intentions for a year filled with more of the things that make life wonderful.
And all the while, you'll be surrounded by fabulous women — sharing stories, laughter and those magical moments of connection.
The magic continues after the day ends — we make sure your whole year is sprinkled with it.
Come on your own. Come with a friend. Leave with new connections, wonderful memories, a full heart and a heap of inspiration.
Come for a wonderful day. Leave excited about the whole year.
Life by Design — a life-enhancing experience.
The Experience
A day to fill your cup
This is for women who already have full lives but still have room for more joy, connection, inspiration, experiences and possibility — a day to be nourished, surrounded by warmth, beauty and the kind of women who remind you how lovely life can be.
Lifted and inspired
Step away feeling uplifted, full of energy for the exciting year ahead.
Laughter & fabulous food
Wonderful company, delicious food and the easy warmth of women gathered together.
Gently guided
You'll be tenderly guided to reconnect with what really matters to you.
Exciting possibilities
You will imagine what's possible, be inspired by others and set intentions for an incredible year for you.
Everyone welcome
Come on your own and feel very welcome, or bring a friend — everyone is welcome.
A full heart
Leave with new connections, a full heart and plenty to look forward to.
The Connection Continues
And the magic doesn't stop in January…
Because some of the most wonderful things in life are the people we share it with. Your January Retreat is just the beginning.
Throughout the year, we'll come together for four wonderful walks in nature — time to feed the soul, enjoy the fresh air, share stories, laugh and reconnect with the women you started your year with.
And in June, we'll make our walk a little extra special. A chance to celebrate the year so far, reconnect with what matters and reenergise for everything still to come.
New friendships. Familiar faces. Wonderful conversations. A whole year of connection and inspiration.
Come on your own. Leave feeling part of something wonderful.
Because Life by Design isn't just about making the most of one wonderful day.
It's about making the most of your one wonderful life.
Walks will be Saturdays, 9am – 12pm
Easy walks with plenty of chat and a break for coffee and cake.
Your Ticket
Everything included
Life by Design
The January Retreat
£159
per person · all-inclusive
- A full-day January Retreat in Manchester.
- Delicious food and refreshments.
- Inspiration, reflection, laughter and genuine connection.
- Four guided nature walks throughout the year, including a special June gathering.
When & where
- Date
- Friday, 8 January 2027
- Time
- 9:00am
- Venue
- The Studio, Manchester
- Location
- Manchester, North West England
Exact venue details and your booking link are confirmed at checkout.
Amanda Brown — Host & Creator of What Matters
Meet your host
Amanda Brown
Coach · Speaker · Author · Creator of the What Matters Philosophy
Amanda is warm, vibrant, passionate, welcoming and full of life. She helps women reconnect with what matters and make the most of their one wonderful life.
This is for women who already have full lives but want more joy, connection, inspiration, experiences and possibility.
One life. Live it well.
Real moments
Laughter, connection and wonderful company
A glimpse into what it feels like to spend a day in the room with Amanda and wonderful women.
A room full of warmth
Space to reflect, listen, share and be surrounded by women who lift your spirits.
Meaningful conversations
Plenty of time to connect, laugh, share stories and build genuine new friendships.
In their words
Warm words from wonderful women
A few genuine words from women who have spent a day with Amanda.
The energy in the room has been amazing today. There has been so much laughter and meeting so many women from different backgrounds has been great, I feel connected and energised. Everyone should experience this day. What a way to start the year.
Sarah
Attended the January Retreat
I have loved the flow of the day, it's been brilliant. I loved meeting everyone and hearing all their stories, I can't wait for the year ahead. Amanda has created something so special, we need to bottle that feeling in there.
Natasha
Attended the January Retreat
I couldn't not come to this day, it's just the best way to start the year, I come every year and love it more every time, the people, the inspiration. Something magic happens in this room with these women.
Helen
Attended many Life by Design Retreats
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What a wonderful way to start your year.
Be part of something wonderful.
Come for a wonderful day. Leave excited about a wonderful year — with new connections, a full heart and a heap of inspiration.
£159 · Friday, 8 January 2027
One life. Live it well.