Core skills to empower changemakers:

Conversations for change, meetings that matter, interventions designed for impact

Changemakers need to be able to speak with confidence, facilitate with impact, and tell stories that connect. The skills that underpin these abilities, from managing tricky situations to designing engaging conversations, are not a “nice to have,” they are essential.

HBC Fest 2026 will bring together an inspiring programme of immersive workshops, reflective spaces, and practical tools designed to help changemakers thrive. 

HBC Fest blends facilitators from across the wider HBC team together with a number of special guest collaborators, offering diverse voices and approaches. Participants can expect a mix of large group sessions, small-group sessions, and collaborative challenges, all designed to deepen skills, spark reflection and create meaningful connections with fellow changemakers.

A snippet of what you can expect...

Check out the highlights from HBC Fest 2024

  • Speakers and activity leaders that will share the lessons they’ve learnt from their work across diverse projects and sectors.

  • Support and guidance in being able to apply these principles to your own work. So, get ready to roll your sleeves up and join the action.

  • Practical participatory activities, talks and workshops - that are not reliant on tech and gimmicks, but inspire tangible change.

  • The opportunity to connect with fellow changemakers in a unique setting, forging relationships and sharing experiences.

  • A rural setting, giving you the chance to reconnect with nature and be inspired.

Book your ticket today!

  • Early bird ticket

    Early bird bookings (up to 1st April) available now for only £270! Full ticket price £348.

  • Payment plan available

    At Human Behaviour Change for Life, we're passionate about helping people overcome barriers to change. That’s why we’re offering a flexible payment option, making it easier for you to join us for HBC Fest 2026.

What's included with your ticket

  • Main meals

    Veggie and vegan breakfast, lunch and dinner meals for the weekend are provided in your ticket price. Tea, coffee and water is also included. Additional non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks can be purchased from the on-site bar.

  • Accommodation

    Bring a tent and pitch up for free! Big Sky Hideaway offers the luxury of camping in 'secluded' spots which are cut into their gorgeous meadow. It does feel like a little hideaway! Don't have a tent? Onsite hire of tents or camping hammocks available. Prefer a few more creature comforts? Limited onsite glamping options available at additional cost. There's something for everyone! More information coming soon.

  • All activities

    No hidden costs for taking part in the activities, talks and workshops held at HBC Fest. Everything is included in the ticket price. Most of the workshops will run more than once so you won't miss out on the topics you want to explore. Mix up geeky learning with relaxing experiences in nature.

The venue

Big Sky Hideaway, Lincolnshire

We're super excited about this venue as it's the perfect blend of meadows, woodlands, and cosy sheltered spaces. We're going for a relaxed around-the-fireside vibe, and every effort is made to be as low impact on the environment as possible. There's a 4-acre woodland to explore, hammocks to relax in, and a herd of friendly alpacas to say hello to before snuggling down under the stars in the camping meadow. All the talks and workshops will be held in either a barn, bus, yurt, teepee, or simply under the trees - creating the perfect environment for relaxation, learning and connection. The full address of the venue is: Big Sky Hideaway, Timberholme, North Forty Foot Bank, Brothertoft, Lincolnshire, PE20 3SU. Venue photo by Anna Pumer Photography.

Your hosts for the weekend

Human Behaviour Change for Life Co-Directors Jo White (pictured left) and Suz Rogers (pictured right) will also be running sessions during the weekend. Suz and Jo are behaviour change geeks with an insatiable interest in this area and how it can benefit humans, animals and the planet. 'We warmly invite you to join us for this special event and are looking forward to getting to know you, learning with you and hearing about your experiences during the weekend.'

Transformative workshops await