Billy Goodworth
Organiser & Craftsperson
Founder of The Great Craft Retreat as well as Frontier Forge, a small bespoke blacksmithing and woodwork business that started life in his Grandpas' old shed. Billy or Bill as he is now known is incredibly passionate about everyone learning and being exposed to practical and creative arts as creativity is one of the most beautiful but often forgotten aspects of being human.
"The idea of the great retreats came to me after meeting up with many different makers and realising that each of us loves it, the muck, the sweat, the graft and even the working through the long nights to get a job done, all to keep our craft alive. Using skills and techniques that haven't changed much in centuries. I also found out that collectively we also love to share our passion with others, which got me thinking, why don't we pool together and create a truly spectacular weekend. So we made it happen."
Stuart Lynch
Blacksmith & event management
With a passion for craft that rivals any in the industry Stu focus's his own skillset of blacksmithing on teaching others the historical skill with Frontier Forge. On our retreat Stu is the blacksmithing lead instructor and manages the first aid of our site.
Dave Goodworth
On site co-ordinator
A man with little introduction needed, Dave is one of the main team setting up for the event ensuring his 30+ years of outdoor, events and organising experience do not go wasted!
The founder of Pathhill Outdoors and its predecessor Frontiers, Dave has previously been organising events, teaching bushcraft on the site of Pathhill Outdoors for many years, now back to bring his knowledge to the great craft retreat. A local legend.
He also loves bread.
Sean Goldie
Photographer
Hi! I'm Sean from Outpost Photo. I’m thrilled to be capturing the magic of this retreat! My approach is entirely unscripted and documentary-style, you’ll never have to worry about posing or stopping what you're doing for the camera. I work quietly in the background to capture genuine laughter, intricate craft details, and authentic moments as they naturally unfold. I can’t wait to document your creative journey!
Altaea Fradley
Chef
With Altaea's vast experience on retreat catering we are incredibly lucky to have her join the team for 2026! From an expert forager and game butchery Altaea's knowledge of open fire cooking alongside the local produce is going to create a blisteringly brilliant menu!
Crafts People
Each year we bring new crafts people into the retreat teaching different rural skills. With endless passion, heaps of knowledge and up for a good time our craft people are why the retreat exists! to discover more about them head to the Retreats information page.
Volunteers
An event like this needs so much work behind the scenes and right in front of you to make it happen. Each year a few volunteers sacrifice there time to set things up, take things down and lend helping hands throughout the event. We are eternally grateful for the time these awesome people give us and for allowing us to utilise their skill sets!
The People
From the simple idea of bringing together spectacular artists and crafts people to a weekend luxury retreat like no other! This unique event would be pointless without the people who make it happen.
Meet the Crew!