The Retreat recently had the incredible opportunity to host the dynamic team from V-PAC Productions at our venue in Beal for the filming of their latest feature film, They Might Be Monsters. It was a fabulous experience where we met and worked with some amazing film industry professionals. Here’s a glimpse into the magic that unfolded during their stay.
A Warm Welcome to V-PAC
From the moment the V-PAC crew arrived, their enthusiasm was clear and they transformed our usually quiet, tranquil setting into an exciting and vibrant space for three days. Whilst hosting the cast and crew, The Retreat staff were immersed in the world of film and it was fascinating. The feature was shot in a record time of just 5 days, with an additional day for pick up shots.
Positive Vibes All Around
What stood out the most was the positive energy that the V-PAC crew brought to the Retreat throughout their stay. It didn’t take long for our staff to feel like part of the V-PAC family.
Behind the Scenes Magic
One of the highlights was getting a behind-the-scenes look at the filmmaking process. We’ve shot a couple of shorts at The Retreat, but the work that goes into a feature is far greater and the schedule was extremely tight.
Once wrapped, The Retreat also hosted the wrap party which was great fun! The Retreat even looked a little like a traditional pub for once with kegged beer!
Looking Ahead
Writers’ Retreat UK’s owner, Jan Birley, has just finished a feature comedy drama script and is working with V-PAC to pull together the production budget. This is a bigger budget film and is Jan’s first feature so the Retreat will see much more filming in the future.
We send huge thanks to the entire V-PAC team for choosing to work with us, again. We can’t wait to see the finished film and to welcome them 
back for future projects. Here’s to many more stories being told at our beloved Retreat!
Stay Tuned
Keep an eye out for updates on the release of V-PAC’s feature film and other exciting events at our venue. We’re thrilled to share this journey with you and can’t wait to welcome more creatives to Writers’ Retreat UK.