Mindfulness in meetings can enhance productivity, creativity, and overall wellbeing. But what is mindfulness, how do you include it in meetings, and which venues should you consider?
We answer all these questions and more in this mindfulness in meetings blog…
What is mindfulness?
According to Mind, ‘Mindfulness is a technique you can learn which involves noticing what’s happening in the present moment, without judgement. You might take notice and be aware of your mind, body or surroundings. The technique has roots in Buddhism and meditation, but you don’t have to be spiritual or have any particular beliefs to try it.’
Benefits if mindfulness in meetings
Mindfulness can help people feel calmer and less stressed, so it’s fantastic for the workplace and companies worldwide to recognise its benefits.
One practical approach we’ve found for mindfulness in meetings at Bien Venue is to include outdoor elements and breathing spaces into meeting and event agendas for our clients.
Research indicates that exposure to natural environments can reduce stress and improve cognitive function. The UK’s Mental Health Foundation even shares how nature is vital in keeping us emotionally, psychologically and physically healthy. Natural environments have been shown to lower cortisol levels, thereby reducing stress, so they help improve concentration during meetings. Outdoor settings can also stimulate creative thinking, leading to more innovative solutions.
What’s more, they support physical wellbeing with fresh air, natural light, and movement, all helping to reduce fatigue and increase energy levels.
We also have some fantastic outdoor teambuilding examples in one of our blogs.
Fresh air and natural light really can contribute to overall health, reducing fatigue and increasing energy levels – an absolute win-win for any meetings and events planner.
So what about venues that encourage mindfulness in meetings? Our team has suggested a selection of venues for you that specialise in mindful meeting experiences, combining professional facilities with serene environments…
Venues inspired by mindfulness in meetings
Moor Hall Hotel & Spa
Moor Hall in Sutton Coldfield offers tailored mindful meeting packages. Its approach to wellness in meetings includes activities such as Yoga and meditation, complemented by nutritious dining options.
While its outdoor spaces provide fresh air breaks and teambuilding activities, even if you’re indoors, its spaces have glorious views of its landscaped gardens. These tranquil surroundings really provide a fantastic setting for reflection and focus.
The venue’s on-site wellness specialists can provide mindfulness sessions, and Moor Hall offers Spa treatments, hydrotherapy pools, guided meditation and relaxation techniques.
And you can give your delegates the gift of healthy, nutritious dining options to fuel productivity.
Rookery Hall – A Handpicked Hotel
Situated in Cheshire, Rookery Hall provides a wellness-focused meeting experience. It offers mindfulness sessions and access to spa facilities, ensuring attendees can relax and rejuvenate.
It boasts bright, airy rooms with countryside views, with flexible event spaces suitable for all sorts of corporate meetings.
The Venues Collection – Sedgebrook Hall & Eastwood Hall
These venues are part of The Venues Collection, which emphasises mindful meetings.
Designed for corporate events with wellbeing in mind, they offer a refreshing take on your corporate business, with wellness-focused meeting packages.
They both offer flexible spaces incorporating elements such as outdoor teambuilding, alongside healthy and customisable catering options, and green spaces for fresh air breaks and outdoor teambuilding exercises.
Warwick Conferences
At the University of Warwick, Warwick Conferences offers unique outdoor meeting spaces like the Woodland Retreat and Haven. The areas are designed for companies looking to encourage creativity and wellbeing, allowing teams to engage in discussions surrounded by nature.
The venue has a strong focus on sustainability, placing nature at it’s core. It holds EcoSmart Platinum status from Greengage Solutions and is IACC Green Star Certified.
Wyboston Lakes Resort
Wyboston Lakes Resort consists of three main complex, or venues. The Woodland Event Centre and the Willows Training Centre are ideal corporate venues, alongside the Waterfront hotel, which also boasts a spa and beautiful lakeside setting and views.
What’s more, if you’re looking for outdoor teambuilding, Wyboston partners with Ride Leisure on-site, to provide team building for a variety of group sizes. The team activities include a purpose-built facility, lakes, Aquapark, and off-road course – top class exhilarating experiences.
Wyboston also works with Off Limits entertainment, specialists with an extensive variety of teambuilding options for groups of all sizes – from It’s A Knockout and CSI to Totally Wiped Out and more!
The resort also takes sustainability seriously. Its motto is actually ‘More Sustainable, No Apology!’. And its Director of Marketing, Louisa Watson, led beam’s – meetings and event industry association – ESG Action Group before taking on the role of 2025 Chair.
Mottram Hall – A Champneys Hotel & Spa
Part of the Champneys collection, Mottram Hall in the Cheshire countryside is a stately home turned wellness retreat, offering a perfect balance between business and relaxation. Its facilities include outdoor spaces suitable for meetings, alongside spa amenities, offering a holistic approach to corporate events.
In addition to an 18-hole championship course, it offers meetings and event hosts an outdoor Tipi for barbecues and hog roasts between April and September.
And for teambuilding and wellness activities, your delegates can enjoy Yoga, meditation, and breathwork sessions, gold away days, Spa experiences for post-meeting relaxation, and luxury private dining with nutrition-focused menus.
Franklin’s Gardens
Home of Northampton Saints, cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens is in the heart of England, and can be the venue at the heart of your perfect event.
It prioritises sustainability and wellbeing in its meeting offerings with sustainable catering options, outdoor areas designed for walking meetings and breakout sessions. Its multi-functional outdoor space is ideal for teambuilding events, outdoor exhibitions, trade events and festival themed fun days.
Plan your team’s next mindful meeting
Including mindfulness in meetings is a strategic approach to enhancing employee wellbeing and organisational effectiveness. Businesses can create environments that nurture productivity, creativity, and employee satisfaction by choosing venues that support these principles.
Contact us today, and let’s find the perfect venue for your next corporate meeting or event!
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