“when tribes gather in the same place the opportunities for mutual inspiration become intense”
A WEEKEND LIKE NO OTHER
GET INSPIRED • MEET LIKEMINDED PEOPLE • HAVE FUN
We're bringing together an incredible line-up of thinkers, do-ers and makers to inspire you, help you lead a better life, get more from your work or business and make the most of your time in this world of ours. Expect...
Inspiring speakers radical thinking to practical advice
Workshops from LEGO to product design
Skills sessions from vision boarding to bushcrafting
Open mic hour to share your story or ask for help
Drop-in clinics accountancy, law, funding & PR
Early morning walks, yoga, DJs & live music
Camping or glamping
Digital detox
Fresh local food, craft ales & midnight feasts
Movie screenings, startup skill swap, Cards Against Humanity
...and a Sunday Assembly
Plus every attendee gets a FREE Summercamp swag bag incl. books & more!
Last year was incredible, this year will be even better.
FEATURED IN
& PROUD TO BE PART OF
ALL SET IN A MAGICAL LOCATION 1 HR FROM LONDON...
Set in 300 acres of unspoilt countryside, you'll get to unwind and feel like a kid again.
LEADING THE CHARGE
YOUR HOST FOR THE WEEKEND. DRUM ROLL PLEASE...
SANDERSON JONES FROM THE SUNDAY ASSEMBLY!
A stand-up comedian (he sold out The Sydney Opera House, by hand...), former World Record holder of the world's longest hug (an impressive 24 hours, 33 minutes) and co-founder of The Sunday Assembly, a godless congregation that celebrates life.
Sanderson blew us away with his talk at our recent meetup, so we had to have him back to make Summercamp a whole lotta fun. We're lucky to have him and so are you.
LIVE MUSIC
“One of the UK’s brightest music hopes for 2014″ BBC
In the barn on Saturday evening, singer-songwriter Luke Sital-Singh will be taking to the stage playing an acoustic set of his heartwarming songs. He’s been highlighted as one to watch in BBC’s Sound of 2014, and 6Music’s Lauren Laverne calls Luke’s songs “unbelievably good”. She’s right too. Have a listen to his cover of Happy, you’ll get chills. To say we’re excited is an understatement. You’re going to love him.
AWESOME SPEAKERS
JEREMIAH GARDNER
CREATING YOUR MINIMUM VIABLE BRAND
MARTIN BJERGEGAARD
HOW TO WIN IN BUSINESS WITHOUT LOSING IN LIFE
MARK ROWLAND
FINDING ENTREPRENEURIAL HAPPINESS
LAILA + KRIS
CREATING AWESOME CUSTOMER EXPERIENCES... WITH LEGO
MAPTIA
HOW WE'RE CREATING A STORYTELLING MAP OF THE WORLD
CHARLES DAVIES
CREATIVE MONEY TRAINING
JACK HUBBARD
CREATING A CULTURE OF HAPPINESS & INNOVATION
CHEVI DAVIS
PR 101 FOR STARTUPS
DROP-IN SESSIONS
HAPPINESS • STARTUPS • LIFE HACKS
3 FULL DAYS OF INSPIRATION, LEARNING & PLAY
- 10am arrival
- Intro talk
- Icebreakers
- Buffet lunch
- 3 inspiring talks
- Afternoon tea
- Choice of 3 x 90 min workshops
- Skills sessions
- 3 course dinner w/wine
- Keynote speaker
- DJs, local ales, silly dancing
- Midnight feast
- Morning walks, mindfulness
- Movie screening
- Hearty breakfast
- SaturdaySwapShop
- 5 inspiring talks
- Buffet lunch
- Drop in-clinics
- Choice of 3 x 90 min workshops
- Afternoon tea
- Skills sessions
- 3 course dinner w/wine
- Keynote speaker
- Live music, local ales
- Morning walks, yoga
- Hearty breakfast
- Sunday Assembly
- Final 3 talks
- Choice of 3 x 90 min workshops
- Buffet lunch
- Make a pledge
- Closing remarks + pitches
- 3pm hometime
WHO'S BEHIND IT?
“THE HAPPY STARTUP SCHOOL IS AN AWESOME ORGANIZATION. IF YOU’RE IN THE UK, AND THERE’S AN EVENT ON, GO.”
Venue is nr East Grinstead, 50 mins from London – view map.
“IT’S GREAT TO GET BACK TO SIMPLE PLEASURES AND MEET SO MANY LIKEMINDED PEOPLE. I’M BURSTING WITH IDEAS!”
Bring your own tent or camper van, stay in one of our Moroccan yurts or rent one of the luxurious bell tents.
THIS IS HAPPENING. ARE YOU IN?
It's set to be a weekend to remember
CAN YOU AFFORD NOT TO COME?
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING...
Delighted to have been invited to speak at Happy Startup Camp @happycamp2014 http://t.co/6Q4amAdLNV
— John Williams (@johnsw) July 31, 2014Wow - another fabulous mix of inspiration and the outdoors. Check out @happycamp2014 http://t.co/Uovuoc3CdN
— Robyn Peel (@robynpeel) July 30, 2014Oh I WISH i could go to @happycamp2014- it looks brilliant! http://t.co/rgp690T1xC
— Jacqueline Gunn (@tinkgunn) July 29, 2014Who’s coming for a working weekend like no other in September? Looking forward to @happycamp2014 http://t.co/Dn0fEqnPFQ
— Jonathan Markwell (@jot) July 29, 2014Nothing like a 3 day digital detox to refocus your efforts in business (& life!) See @happycamp2014 http://t.co/BbLoOpBQWY
— jasonlittle (@jasonlittle) July 28, 2014Just booked my place on @happycamp2014 really excited...can't wait to see what it's all about! 💛
— Oli Pointer (@olipointer) July 16, 2014If you don't have your ticket already, buy it now: @happycamp2014 Who is going? I will, can't wait! :-)
— Christine Michaelis (@TweetTheCoach) July 14, 2014I'll be talking at @happycamp2014. It'll be ace. You can unwind, get inspired & make life long connections › http://t.co/uoqDPqEvmx
— Sanderson Jones (@sandersonjones) July 29, 2014THIS: Budding entrepreneurs-come to @happycamp2014 for start-up inspiration & meet like-minded folk http://t.co/TllD4yk5Wc @ZoetropePhoto?
— Rowena Katherine (@RowenaKP) August 2, 2014Purchased our earlybird tickets with 5 mins to spare! We'll be attending @happycamp2014 - can't wait to meet everyone there!
— bay12studio (@bay12studio) August 1, 2014Absolutely gutted I can't make @happycamp2014 .... it's going to be stupendous! #startup #SME #entrepreneur
— Sarah King (@WeareUnstuck) July 31, 2014Wow, the Happy Startup Summer Camp looks cool @happycamp2014 http://t.co/AShc4i4WxR
— buildtracks.com (@buildtracks) July 31, 2014Into social innovation & entrepreneurship? Liking your style and thinking @happystartups @happycamp2014 http://t.co/ukza3JfXap
— Bev Morton (@bevmon) July 31, 2014“IF I LOVED YOU GUYS ANY MORE IT WOULD BE AWKWARD”
2013 Summercamp
Our partners
There'll be a FREE shuttle bus from Brighton and East Grinstead to the venue thanks to our friends at The Big Lemon