Business Details
20 Years
experience
Award-Winning Weight Loss Retreats in the UK
Established in 2006, Fit Farms has redefined the weight loss retreat experience by prioritising holistic wellness over traditional fitness boot camps. Our programmes cater to diverse fitness levels and medical conditions, combining scientific testing, nutritional expertise, and psychological support to deliver sustainable results. Led by director Stephen Cole, a renowned health chef featured on ITV and BBC, we offer residential retreats across nine UK and international locations, alongside a comprehensive online aftercare programme.Our multidisciplinary team includes specialists in nutrition, sports therapy, and wellness, ensuring a tailored approach to health transformation. With accolades from The Sunday Times and appearances on Channel 4, we remain committed to non-judgmental, evidence-based lifestyle education. Our partnerships with the NHS and media contributions underscore our authority in combating obesity through accessible, long-term solutions.
Services
Weight Loss Retreats
Online Fitness Programmes
Scientific Health Testing
Aftercare Support
Wellness Retreats
Nutrition Consultations
Fitness Assessments
Psychological Support
Doctor-Led Programmes
Corporate Wellness Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer non-military fitness retreats suitable for all medical conditions
- Our programmes are scientifically proven and NHS-partnered
- Led by ITV-featured health chef Stephen Cole with 15+ years' experience
- 9 luxury UK and international locations with varied wellness environments
- Comprehensive aftercare includes recipe libraries, exercise videos, and accountability coaching
What people say
Life-changing experience
Scientifically proven results
Supportive non-judgmental environment
Expert multidisciplinary team
Flexible location options
Services
Residential Weight Loss Retreat
Our residential retreats combine scientific health testing with tailored nutrition and fitness programmes. Guests receive doctor-led assessments, personalised meal plans from award-winning chefs, and fitness sessions adapted to individual capabilities. The immersive experience includes psychological support and education on sustainable lifestyle changes.
Online Fitness Programme
The online programme delivers structured weight loss support through video tutorials, meal planners, and virtual coaching. Participants access exercise libraries, nutritional calculators, and accountability systems while receiving regular progress assessments from certified trainers.
Scientific Health Testing
Comprehensive health assessments include blood testing, BMI analysis, and metabolic evaluations. Qualified medical professionals interpret results to identify nutritional deficiencies and create targeted intervention plans for optimal health outcomes.
Aftercare Support
Post-retreat support features recipe databases, workout videos, and progress tracking tools. Clients receive ongoing coaching through virtual consultations and digital resources to reinforce healthy habits and prevent weight regain.
Wellness Retreats
Luxury wellness experiences focus on holistic rejuvenation through spa treatments, yoga sessions, and stress-reduction techniques. Programmes integrate mindfulness practices with physical activities in tranquil environments to promote overall wellbeing.
People
Stephen Cole
Director
Health chef and fitness entrepreneur with 20+ years' experience. Featured on ITV advising on weight loss, he developed Fit Farms' scientific programme and holds hospitality management qualifications.
Doctor Mary Thomas
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Haematology consultant with PhD in antibody research. Specialises in blood analysis to identify nutritional needs and develop personalised health optimisation strategies for guests.
Dave Morgan
Sports Therapist
Mind coaching expert with 15+ years in weight loss retreats. Focuses on behavioural change through nutrition guidance and balanced exercise programmes that promote long-term lifestyle adoption.
Justin Lord
Online Aftercare Programme Trainer
Former ITV Health Guru delivering digital aftercare content. Creates engaging exercise and nutrition videos while providing virtual coaching to maintain post-retreat progress.
Andrea Cross
Yoga and Pilates Instructor
Certified yoga and Pilates instructor with 15+ years' experience. Adapts classes for all fitness levels, focusing on flexibility improvement and stress reduction techniques.
Questions
What makes FitFarms different from other weight loss camps?
We avoid military-style fitness regimes, offering holistic programmes combining scientific testing, nutrition, and psychological support tailored to individual needs.
Do you cater for different fitness levels?
Yes, our retreats accommodate all fitness levels and medical conditions with personalised programmes developed by our expert health team.
Are aftercare support included?
Yes, all retreats include aftercare with recipe libraries, exercise videos, and accountability coaching to maintain long-term results.
What locations are available?
We operate nine luxury retreats across the UK, Spain, Portugal, Croatia, and Tampa, plus an online programme accessible worldwide.
Is medical supervision provided?
Our programmes are doctor-led with scientific health testing, including blood analysis and nutritional requirement assessments by qualified professionals.
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Reviews (5)
Julia Westaway
Dec 23, 2021
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I spent a week at fit farms in Oct. I can honestly say it has changed my life. I'd been depressed, overweight, not exercising at all, had no motivation and was experiencing burn out. I didnt want to go on the week but a wonderful friend persuaded me to go. I left the week feeling energised, fitter, motivated and with so much more energy. It is now 2 months later and these effects have continued and I'm 2 dress sizes smaller! The motivational strategies they teach you really work. I have told so many people about it...it has made a huge difference to me. And I love the new me.
Denise Matthews
Dec 15, 2021
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I recently returned from a week stay at the Derbyshire Fit Farms and was absolutely blown away with the revised format and delivery of the course (as I had been before .. many years ago). The week was all about Well Being & Weight Management. The information delivered by the awesome Justin Lord was so informative and enlightening!!! We had 2 sessions a day with Justin who also listened and helped with all of our concerns, fears and barriers that most of us experience. We also had a number of varied exercise classes every day mostly delivered by such a motivated and very humorous Dave Morgan
Lori Fisher
Dec 09, 2021
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I thought this would be a gentle boot camp - so lots of fun rather than tough exercise. But it was very different and much better than I expected. You only do around 3-4 hours exercise a day (fun and hard) and the rest is spent on education about diet, specifically fat burning and how to lead a healthier lifestyle. On days 2 and 3, I felt like the walking dead (food is good but portions small and my muscles were aching) but by day 4, I felt like a better version of my normal self. I returned a LOT thinner than I went with the tools I need to carry on this journey. So far its been manageable
Judith Ingledew
Dec 07, 2021
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Fit Farms is about so much more than weight loss. My 4-night stay at Derbyshire has taught me more about wellbeing, mindset and physiology than I ever expected. The knowledge and passion Justin, Dave and Stephen all have is simply inspiring and you cannot help but feel motivated. The content of Justins talks was pitched in a way that just makes sense and you are not left blinded by science. Dave was able to make each of the workouts fun and entertaining and never felt like a chore to complete. The meals provided by Stephen looked and tasted amazing and I never once felt hungry. The addition
Carla Gregory
Dec 01, 2021
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Positive:Quality
I have attended 3 Fit Farm camps and have enjoyed the exercise, venue, food and learning gained from the sessions. I would recommend it to others looking to improve and put themselves first during very busy times
I have attended 3 Fit Farm camps and have enjoyed the exercise, venue, food and learning gained from the sessions. I would recommend it to others looking to improve and put themselves first during very busy times
