The Journey to The Wellbeing Farm
Some businesses start with a detailed business plan, but The Wellbeing Farm? It started with a moment of realisation.
In 2013, Celia Gaze – a stressed-out NHS manager and new mum – hit a breaking point. Life felt like a never-ending cycle of work, stress and exhaustion. There had to be something more. With a spark of inspiration and a leap of faith, she swapped corporate burnout for a farm in Edgworth – and so the adventure began.
More Than Just an events Venue – A Conscious Choice
Certified B Corp
One of the first UK venues to achieve this.
Net Zero by 2030
We’re working hard to hit this goal.
Sustainable, Zero-Waste Events
No unnecessary single-use décor or landfill waste.
Planet-Positive Initiatives
From tree planting to sourcing local produce.
A farm with a Twist
At first, The Wellbeing Farm was a little bit of everything – a cookery school, a café, a llama trekking centre and even a butchery course hub. It was all about community, sustainability and making people happy. But then something unexpected happened…
The Moment That Changed Everything
In 2014, a couple approached Celia and asked, “Can we get married here?”
With no dedicated wedding space, it should have been a no. But instead, Celia had a lightbulb moment – or as she calls it, a “bow tie in a llama” moment.
She looked at the farm differently. Could this quirky, rustic space become the most unique wedding venue in the UK? The answer was yes. With some bold decisions, lots of passion and a few bow-tied llamas, The Wellbeing Farm was reborn.
A Wedding Venue Like No Other
From 2 weddings in 2014 to over 40 within a year, word spread fast. People loved the laid-back, fun, and sustainable approach – and of course, the llamas stole the show. By 2015, we doubled in size, adding a brand-new wedding barn, a bar, and luxury facilities.
We didn’t just create a venue; we built a community. We now employ over 40 local people, support Lancashire businesses and bring in thousands of guests each year – helping pubs, taxi firms, and accommodation providers thrive.
The Story Became a Book
Celia’s journey from NHS burnout to entrepreneurship, llamas and viral success was so unexpected that she wrote a book about it:
“Why Put a Bow Tie on a Llama?” – A story about taking risks, thinking differently and creating something extraordinary.
It’s available on Amazon, or you can grab an extract here >>
The Future of The Wellbeing Farm
We’re not standing still. With Certified Conscious Celebrations, sustainable corporate events and quirky, unforgettable weddings, The Wellbeing Farm continues to grow.
- A place where sustainability meets fun.
- A place where celebrations leave a lasting impact – for all the right reasons.
- A place that’s completely, unapologetically unique.
Experience It for Yourself
The best way to understand what makes The Wellbeing Farm so special? Come see it for yourself!
That’s The Wellbeing Farm. That’s our story. Now, let’s create yours.