Join our Skool CommunityA weekend that changes how you see your business — and yourself
Step away from the noise of everyday life and spend a full weekend focused entirely on building your business. You’ll work alongside fellow aspiring founders in an inspiring venue, get expert mentorship from entrepreneurs who’ve been there before, and leave with a concrete plan to make your idea real. This isn’t a conference. It’s an experience.
“Imagine arriving Friday evening to a beautiful venue. Over the next 48 hours, you’ll work alongside 25 fellow aspiring founders, guided by experienced entrepreneurs who have built businesses from scratch. By Sunday afternoon, you’ll leave with a validated business plan, a polished pitch, a 90-day roadmap, and a network of founders who have your back.”
Your weekend at a glance
Three days of deep focus, expert guidance, and meaningful connections — carefully designed to accelerate your startup journey.
What’s included
Everything you need for a focused, productive weekend — so you can concentrate entirely on building your business.
Accommodation
Two nights at the retreat venue (Friday and Saturday). Shared rooms as standard; private room upgrades available where possible.
All meals
Full catering from Friday dinner through Sunday lunch. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshments throughout. Dietary requirements accommodated.
Expert-led sessions
All workshops, sessions, and panels led by experienced entrepreneurs. Real practitioners, not career academics.
Materials & templates
All Business Building Blueprint templates, frameworks, canvases, and resources. Yours to keep and use long after the retreat.
Mentor office hours
Dedicated one-to-one time with experienced entrepreneurs for personalised guidance, feedback, and advice on your specific business.
Community access
Join the PushPals founder community for ongoing peer support, resources, and networking beyond the weekend. Lasting connections, not a one-off event.
What you’ll leave with
A weekend that delivers far more than a typical conference or course.
Validated business plan
A thoroughly tested business concept with a complete model, revenue strategy, and customer acquisition plan — built with feedback from mentors and peers.
90-day launch roadmap
A week-by-week plan covering every step from where you are now to your first sale. Clear actions, realistic timelines, and specific milestones.
Polished pitch
A clear, compelling way to articulate your business — refined through practice and honest feedback. Ready for investors, customers, or anyone who asks “what do you do?”
Founder network
Lasting relationships with 25 founders who understand your journey. Many retreat alumni form accountability partnerships and friendships that continue for years.
What retreat attendees say
Hear from founders who’ve experienced the Startup Weekend Retreat.
“I arrived on Friday with a vague idea and left on Sunday with a complete business plan, a pitch I was proud of, and three new friends who are now my accountability partners. The retreat exceeded every expectation I had.”
Retreat Attendee · Founder, GreenBox Deliveries
“The combination of expert-led workshops and time to actually work on your own business was perfect. I’ve been to events before where you learn a lot but do nothing with it. This was the opposite — I left with real, tangible progress and a network of people who genuinely care about my success.”
Retreat Attendee · Founder, Studio Forty
“Being surrounded by other aspiring founders for an entire weekend was incredibly motivating. The mentors were generous with their time and gave feedback that genuinely changed the direction of my business — for the better. The fireside chat on Friday night alone was worth the trip.”
Retreat Attendee · Founder, Skill Share Academy
Is the retreat right for you?
This is for you if…
- You want to make serious progress on your business idea in a short, intensive burst
- You thrive in immersive environments where you can fully focus without everyday distractions
- You value face-to-face connections and want to build a real network of fellow founders
- You want expert mentorship and honest feedback from people who have built businesses
- You’re ready to commit a full weekend to your entrepreneurial future
This probably isn’t for you if…
- You prefer online learning from home — consider our Startup Launch Cohort instead
- You’re not comfortable working alongside and sharing ideas with other people
- You’re already running an established business (see Growing Businesses)
Upcoming retreats
Dates and venues for our next Startup Weekend Retreats. Places are limited to keep the experience intimate and high-quality.
| Date | Venue | Spots | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19–21 June 2026 | TBC (Greater London area) | 25 of 25 | Open | Register Interest |
| 18–20 September 2026 | TBC | — | Coming Soon | Notify Me |
| November 2026 | TBC | — | Coming Soon | Notify Me |
Pricing and full venue details will be confirmed when dates are finalised. Register your interest to be first in line.
Frequently asked questions
Not ready for a retreat?
If a full weekend feels like a big commitment, start smaller and build up. Our free monthly webinar covers the fundamentals in 60 minutes. The Business Launch Workshop is a one-day intensive. And the Startup Launch Cohort gives you four weeks of structured online support. Find the right starting point on our New Startups hub.
Reserve your place on the next retreat
Our retreats run throughout the year with limited places to keep the experience intimate and high-quality. Register your interest to be the first to hear when dates and pricing are confirmed.
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