What can business leaders learn from space exploration? At our recent Breakfast Serial at Hensol Castle, leaders from across Wales came together to hear from Sue Horne OBE, Head of Space Exploration at the UK Space Agency. Interviewed by Robert Lloyd Griffiths OBE, Sue shared her extraordinary journey – from her beginnings in Sheffield to shaping the UK’s role in global space missions with ESA, NASA and JAXA.
With experience leading UK contributions to missions such as Rosetta, Cassini-Huygens, Mars Express and ExoMars, Sue’s story is full of insights that resonate far beyond science. Recently awarded an OBE in the King’s Birthday Honours list for her services to space exploration, she offered practical leadership lessons that can inspire any organisation.
Last week, we had the privilege of hosting a Duke of Edinburgh supporters netwalking day here in South Wales. The day brought together DofE supporters, business leaders, and partners for a unique mix of inspiration, connection, and time in nature.
For many, the weeks following A-Level and GCSE results are filled with excitement, relief, and often, a little bit of anxiety. The traditional narrative has long been a straight line from school to university, but for today’s students in the UK, the career landscape is more dynamic and diverse than ever. We believe that understanding the importance of alternative career paths is the first step to building a resilient and successful future.
In the dynamic landscape of 2025, the demand for truly impactful leadership development programmes UK-wide has never been higher. Organisations are seeking more than just theoretical knowledge; they need leaders who are agile, empathetic, resilient, and equipped to navigate an increasingly complex world. At Call of the Wild, with over 27 years of pioneering experiential development from the awe-inspiring Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons), we redefine what effective leadership training looks like.
Talking about Christmas in July might sound mad (especially when the school summer holidays are only just starting!) but now is exactly the right time to plan a Christmas work do that the team will actually remember.
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We’re delighted to announce that we have been rated ‘Good’ in our first Ofsted inspection – with ‘Outstanding’ recognition for our learners’ behaviour and attitude. Our flagship 
Our very first Call of the Wild and Hensol Castle Quarterly Networking ‘Breakfast Serial’ took place last Friday morning — and what a way to kick things off with some leadership lessons from Antarctica!
Looking for the best way to handle difficult conversations at work? Creating the right time and space for difficult conversations can make those tough talks more productive and less stressful.
As we settle into the new financial year and the sunshine lifts our spirits, it’s the perfect time to focus on what really makes teams thrive: resilience. In the face of rising costs and tighter budgets—especially with the recent increase in employer National Insurance contributions—organisations are looking for smart, impactful ways to develop their people without stretching resources.
