Re-Enchanting Our World: A C. S. Lewis and Tolkien Retreat

£474

On this autumn retreat, we will explore how we can be inspired by the stories and other writings of CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien, alongside Scripture, to recover wonder and beauty, mystery and longing in these increasingly technological and materialistic times. We will draw close to God, and receive his grace-filled refreshment and rest – water in a thirsty land – with plenty of opportunity for prayer, and time to attend to those glimpses of eternity that are given to us, both indoors and out in the beautiful gardens and fields surrounding Launde. 

Andy Swinford is the author of ‘The Practice of Joy: insights from the stories of C S Lewis’ (Grove) and co-author of ‘The Christian Tradition in English Literature’ (Zondervan). He lives in Birmingham, where he was a former teacher of English Literature. He delivers multimedia presentations and online classes about C S Lewis, as well as leading retreats on the spiritual enrichment to be gained from the writings of the two friends Lewis and Tolkien. The natural world and his beekeeping are major sources of joy for Andy.

‘Amazing … well-structured and organised … very meaningful, helpful and encouraging’

‘Andy Swinford was absolutely first class and all of us on the retreat valued his knowledge and experience and skill in leading a very well-planned and delivered retreat.’

EARLY BIRD RATE: £474 (standard room) or £519 (character room) if booked by 7th September 2026
Retreat price: £504 (standard room) or £549 (character room) 

Price includes en-suite accommodation, all meals, and all retreat resources. It may be possible for you to extend your stay with us by adding an extra night before or after this retreat. Please contact the Abbey directly if you would like to extend your stay.

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For any questions, queries or if you’d like to know more, please call  01572 717254 or alternatively email us: [email protected]