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  • Rediscovering the Ancient Paths with Bernard of Clairvaux ***FULLY BOOKED***

    This two-day retreat will be an intimate conversation with one of the greatest exponents of the love of God, Bernard of Clairvaux, a French twelfth-century monk. It will offer teaching, worship, prayer, times of silence and the opportunity for individual appointments with the retreat conductor and relaxation in the grounds and surrounding countryside. Led by Jenny Campbell.

    £350

  • Living, Breathing, and Moving: Connecting with God with Our Whole Body

    During this four-day retreat, guests will experience a variety of body-based prayer practices and opportunities to grow in awareness and understanding of how our body’s design and wisdom foster a deep and fulfilling prayer life with God. Led by Hope Stockman and Rhona Knight.

    £495

  • The ‘I Am’ Sayings

    In this retreat, we will pray with and through the I am statements of Jesus in John’s gospel.  Using the textile art of Jane Allen we will engage with each of the I am statements of Jesus in turn.  This retreat will be led by Chris and Rhona Knight.

    £495

  • Dust That Dreams of Glory ***CANCELLED***

    Due to unforeseen circumstances, this retreat is now cancelled.

    An alternative retreat will be available for these dates. If you are already booked onto Dust that Dreams of Glory, and wish to transfer your booking, please contact our reception team, who will be very happy to help you.

    £474

  • The Journey into Oneness: Meditation and the Wisdom of the Cloud of Unknowing – A Weekend Silent Retreat **1 SPACE AVAILABLE**

    Join Chris Whittington to explore the wisdom of The Cloud of Unknowing and The Book of Privy Counselling. Through talks and times of silent meditation, we’ll learn how the practice of resting in loving awareness can open us to the reality that we already live and move in God. Together we’ll discover how this awareness can gently transform our daily lives, relationships, and way of being in the world.

    £350

  • Women in the Bible

    Bishop Graham Kings will guide us in an interactive, prayerful exploration of seven beautiful paintings of biblical women by Bulgarian icon writer Silvia Dimitrova. Through his poetry, biblical commentary, and music composed by Tristan Latchford, we’ll reflect on Sarah, Miriam, Ruth, Esther, Magdalene, Lydia, and Priscilla, with space for our own prayer and creativity.

    £474

  • Labyrinth Retreat

    During our time together, we will learn more about the fascinating history of labyrinths, their symbolism, spirituality and the many ways in which they are being used today. We will walk the labyrinth (both indoors and outside in the garden) with different intentions each day, and enjoy the tranquillity of a candlelit labyrinth walk after dark. Led by Nickie Fidgin.

    £474

  • Into the Silent Land: Five-Day Meditation Retreat **FULLY BOOKED**

    Into the Silent Land offers profound insights for the student of silent prayer but is especially intended for the non-specialist who feels drawn to discover the deep wisdom of the Christian contemplative tradition. This retreat will be led by Chris Whittington, founder of The School of Contemplative Life.

    £604

  • Unmaking Mary: Shattering the Myth of Perfect Motherhood

    Unmaking Mary invites us to examine how idealised images of the Virgin Mary have shaped unrealistic expectations of motherhood and womanhood. Through reflection and gentle conversation, we’ll explore how these myths have impacted our own stories. Together we’ll encounter Mary as a real woman of courage and complexity — and discover a more freeing vision of ourselves. Led by Chine McDonald.

    £336