Our First Pop-Up: Summer Wellness Drift Festival | Leighton Buzzard

25th Aug 2025 | Leighton Buzzard

We did it! This summer we packed up the rails, loaded the car, and headed to Leighton Buzzard for our very first pop-up at the Summer Wellness Drift Festival.

If we’re honest, we weren’t quite sure what to expect — a mix of nerves, excitement, and a little bit of “did we remember everything?” energy. But as soon as we arrived, the chilled, laid-back vibe put us at ease (It was a wellness festival after all!'). 

We spent time making sure our little space looked inviting — arranging the rails, tweaking displays, and trying to capture the feel of our brand in our first pop-up setting. It was a learning curve (who knew hanging a rail straight could take so long?), but once the day started, it was all worth it.

The highlight for us? Seeing customers fall in love with pieces that have been hand picked by P+R, so much that they decided not to take them off — walking away wearing their new purchase with the biggest smiles. That moment made everything feel real.

We also loved meeting so many lovely people. From quick chats about favourite styles to longer conversations about what inspires us, the sense of community was electric! It reminded us why we started this journey in the first place.

By the end of the day we were tired but very happy. Our first pop-up felt like the start of something exciting — and we can’t wait to do it all again soon.

What We Learned

Every first comes with lessons, and this one was no different. Next time, we’ll definitely pack more snacks (Pop-up days are longer than you think!) and maybe bring an extra pair of hands for packing up (Cue the Hubbie). But most importantly, we learned that there’s nothing quite like seeing people connect with our clothes in real life. 

Thank you to everyone who came by and supported us. You made our first event one to remember.

KEEP AN EYE OUT HERE FOR OUR NEXT ONE! We'd love to see you there!