Forest Private Dining Experience
A three-course candle-lit feast in the heart of the Forest
Your experience
Step beyond the ordinary and into one of Dorset’s most intimate, nature-inspired dining experiences. Your Forest Private Dining Experience is hosted at Happy River Retreat, surrounded by ancient pines and soft candlelight, where the forest becomes your private dining room.
The evening begins with a private wood-fired sauna session and cold plunge, grounding your body and quieting your mind. Afterwards, you’ll be welcomed into a beautifully set table — either beneath the night sky in the Meadow Alfresco Area, or inside our atmospheric Happy River Barn, styled with candles, natural textures, and warm forest charm.
Your three-course plant-based menu is crafted with care and plated with artistry. Every element of the experience is designed to slow you down, immerse you in nature, and create a moment you’ll never forget.
What's included?
1-hour private Forest Sauna
Cold plunge & jungle shower
1-hour private dining setting (outdoor alfresco or barn)
Three-course plant-based dinner
Forest styling & candlelit ambiance
Personal hosting throughout
Perfect for...
Proposals, milestone birthdays, anniversaries, intimate celebrations, micro-weddings, luxury experiences.
Pricing
£180 per person
A non-refundable deposit of 30% is required to secure your booking.
The remaining balance is due 14 days before your experience, after which all payments are non-refundable due to staffing, preparation, and catering commitments.
Ready to design your bespoke forest experience?
Please complete the enquiry form and our team will be in touch with a personalised proposal.