A five-day midlife review to shape the decades ahead
For women and men in midlife who sense it’s time to pause, take stock and choose what comes next.
Spring Retreat
26–30 April 2027
Autumn Retreat
13–17 September 2027
Bookings now open
Early bird £995: save £255 when you book by 30 November
The group is small (twelve places), so everyone starts with a free 15-minute chat with us. It’s a chance to ask questions and make sure the week feels right for you.
Is this for you?
Work is changing, or retirement is coming into view
Children are leaving home, or relationships are shifting
You’re questioning who you are now, and what the next chapter might look like
You want time away to look back, take stock and choose what comes next
What the five days offer
Drawing on more than twenty-five years of Life Story expertise, Karin and Alison guide you through a creative and reflective midlife review that engages mind, body and heart.
Over five days, you’ll look back at what has shaped you, take stock of where you are now and what matters most, helping you find a clearer direction — and a plan — for the years ahead.
This is not therapy. You decide what you explore and what you share.
Wondering how the week works? See the shape of the week, day by day.
“Feeling so pleased and grateful that I allowed myself this time to focus on me. When booking I thought it was self-indulgent but now I realise that it was absolutely the right thing to do at this point in my life. As I leave, I feel peaceful, calm and reflective. I have a better idea of what really matters to me and what I plan to do next with my life and for those I love and value.”
— CEO, 56 · 2025 retreat
Five days to make space for what matters now.
Our week together takes place at the Coach House on the internationally recognised Sharpham Trust estate in South Devon, surrounded by 550 acres of woodland and river paths.
For five days, this becomes home to a small group of twelve people.
Accommodation, meals and the rhythm of the week are taken care of, so you don’t have to think about the practicalities.
“This week has been nourishing for the mind and the body. It has allowed me to slow down, think, put things into perspective and consider my future in a measured and slowed-down way.”
— Consultant, 61 · 2026 retreat
“The beautiful surroundings, careful structure with time to rest as well as creative ways to explore our individual life stories made this programme absolutely unique.”
— Teacher, 48 · 2026 retreat
About Karin and Alison
Midlife Reimagined is designed and led by Karin Diamond and Alison O’Connor, drawing on more than twenty-five years of professional Life Story practice, leading retreats and learning programmes with people at significant points of change.
Their work is informed by years of research and learning about midlife. And as people in midlife themselves, they understand the complexity and possibility of this important stage of life.
You can read more about Karin and Alison on the About Us page.
“My life has been changed for the better this week. I leave lighter, brighter and full of hope.”
— Social care leader, 50 · 2026 retreat
“It gave me the time and space to focus on rethinking and shaping my onward journey through life.”
— Health professional, 64 · 2025 retreat
Dates and Booking
Spring retreat: 26–30 April 2027
Autumn retreat: 13–17 September 2027
£1,250, including your private en-suite room, all meals and the full programme. You can pay in instalments.
Early bird £995: save £255 when you book by 30 November.
How to book
Email us at hello@midlifereimagined.co.uk to say you’re interested.
We’ll arrange a free 15-minute chat by phone or video, with no pressure and no commitment.
If it feels right for both of us, we’ll send you the booking details.
We reply personally within two working days.
Everyone is welcome. If you have any access, sensory, communication or dietary needs, just let us know and we’ll work with you.