Trail & Bloom, a purpose-led wellbeing and trail running retreat operator, designed specifically for women navigating midlife, launches its first retreats. Combining guided beginner-friendly trail runs, evidence-informed strength and nutrition workshops, and restorative yoga and breathwork, Trail & Bloom offers a holistic, supportive experience set against the stunning landscapes of the Cotswolds.
Founded by Catherine, whose own midlife journey transformed her relationship with movement, Trail & Bloom meets a growing need among women in their 30s–50s for an approach to physical activity that honours the changes of midlife rather than resisting them. Catherine’s vision is complimented by Trail & Bloom’s lead facilitator, Pippa, an age-group triathlete, nutritionist and experienced running and health coach, who Catherine credits for keeping her moving, motivated and thriving through midlife.
“As midlife approached, I found myself struggling with injuries, fluctuating motivation and a sense that traditional ‘fitness’ culture didn’t fit anymore,” says Catherine, founder of Trail & Bloom. “What transformed me wasn’t pushing harder – it was slowing down, stepping off the pavement, and reconnecting with movement in nature. I created Trail & Bloom so other women can experience that same reconnection – physically, emotionally and socially.”
Catherine runs the retreats alongside a team of nutritionists, coaches and practitioners, each challenging the rhetoric around midlife fitness in their own way. Through Trail & Bloom Catherine facilitates the delivery of this expertise, with the intention of helping all women achieve their training goals through midlife, deepening their love of running and building a community of women who thrive.
Trail & Bloom retreats include:
- Guided beginner-friendly, mixed ability trail running sessions
- Midlife-specific strength training workshops
- Nutrition guidance tailored to hormonal shifts
- Yoga and breathwork for recovery and nervous system support
- Comfortable village-based accommodation and shared community time
Each retreat focuses on nurturing confidence, connection and community, not competition. Participants find strength through shared experiences, expert-led sessions and the healing rhythm of the trail.
Trail & Bloom is now open for bookings, with day and weekend retreats scheduled throughout 2026. Trail & Bloom retreats can also be customised for groups, and the team also offer running tours of the Cotswolds for groups of women wishing to explore the area away from crowd.
www.trailandbloom.co.uk
