The Zest Life National Running Show Competition


We’re at the 2025 National Running Show this month, and we have an amazing giveaway for attendees – enter our competition and WIN £250 off any retreat!

Two runners on a grassy ridge at sunset. Hills in the distance, blue sky with orange and yellow hues.

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Laura Bell, founder of Zest Life

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Laura Bell

Founder of Zest Life  ·  Yoga teacher and retreat host since 2011

Laura grew up on her family's farm in the Vale of Clwyd and, after years of travelling, came home to North Wales, where she lives with her family. A yoga teacher, runner and year-round outdoor swimmer, she has spent more than 15 years creating small-group retreats where women can move, rest and spend proper time outdoors, in the UK and further afield.

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Make some space for yourself

Small-group yoga retreats in Eryri, Anglesey, the Lake District and beyond, with wild swimming, walking and good food, all carefully held.

by Laura Bell • 14 October 2026
What I noticed when I gave up coffee, why walking has become my favourite form of active rest, and two small-group walking retreats coming up.
by Laura Bell • 7 October 2026
From a pink Suzuki Vitara to homemade jam: Laura Bell on stepping off the consumer train and finding joy in the simple things of slow living.
by Laura Bell • 28 September 2026
Why women over 50 are choosing sanctuary travel and slow, restorative retreats. Laura Bell on deep rest, connection and burnout recovery in the Lakes.