BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Launde Abbey - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Launde Abbey REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T144500 DTSTAMP:20260421T100428Z CREATED:20260421T100423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T100428Z UID:10000234-1777812300-1777819500@www.laundeabbey.org.uk SUMMARY:Sunday Carvery DESCRIPTION:Our delicious two-course Sunday carvery is priced at just £20.00 per person (£16.25 main course only). \n\n\n\nEnjoy a selection from our two-roast carvery (with vegetarian option)\, an array of mixed (homegrown when in season) vegetables\, a generous portion of cauliflower cheese and a large homemade Yorkshire pudding. All topped with Chef’s rich meat gravy (a vegetarian alternative is available). \n\n\n\nFor dessert select from a table of Chef’s choice desserts and fresh fruit salad.  \n\n\n\nWe also have a licensed bar\, plenty of parking and some lovely walks on the doorstep\, so why not come and make a day of it?  \n\n\n\nPre-booking is essential. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n Sunday Lunch/Carvery – Booking Request\n \n \n Contact DetailsName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n Phone(Required)DetailsSunday Lunch/Carvery Date(Required)Number of Adults(Required)Number of Children (below 11 years)Dietary RequirementsAnything else we need to know?How did you hear about this event?Social MediaGoogleWord of MouthRefer a FriendPast ParticipantOther\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nPlease email info@launde.org.uk\, or call 01572 717254. URL:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/sunday-carvery-3/ CATEGORIES:Sunday Lunches/Carvery ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Launde-Programme-Thumbnails-74-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260508T160000 DTSTAMP:20260415T122346Z CREATED:20250901T123821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T122346Z UID:10000138-1777996800-1778256000@www.laundeabbey.org.uk SUMMARY:Women in the Bible DESCRIPTION:book now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBishop Graham Kings will bring to Launde seven paintings of ‘Women in the Bible’ which he and his wife\, Alison\, commissioned Silvia Dimitrova\, a Bulgarian icon writer and painter\, to paint over 17 years. Sarah\, Miriam\, Ruth\, Esther\, Magdalene\, Lydia and Priscilla. He will be exploring them\, interactively and prayerfully\, through biblical commentary\, his expository poetry on them and listening to the anthems written for them by Tristan Latchford\, a composer based in Cambridge. There will be space for personal prayer and creativity. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr Graham Kings\, in retirement in Cambridge\, is Hon Assistant Bishop\, in the Diocese of Ely. Previously he served as Mission Theologian in the Anglican Communion\, Bishop of Sherborne\, Vicar of Islington\, founding Director of the Cambridge Centre for Christianity Worldwide\, and Vice Principal of St Andrew’s College\, Kabare\, Kenya. He has published books on Kenyan Liturgies\, Theology of Mission\, and Art and Poetry. His website is: https://www.grahamkings.org/ A hyperlinked article on the paintings\, poems\, anthems and a 17 min film is here: https://www.godwhospeaks.uk/women-in-scripture-icons-poems-and-music/ \n\n\n\nChurch Times podcast with painter\, Silivia Dimitrova\, Tristan Latchford and Graham Kings (October 2020) https://www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/2020/2-october/audio-video/podcast/bishop-graham-kings-silvia-dimitrova-and-tristan-latchford-on-nourishing-connections Church Times podcast with Silvia Dimitrova\, Tristan Latchford and Graham Kings\, Oct 2020 \n\n\n\nhttps://vimeo.com/user117401794  17 short videos on Vimeo filmed in Cambridge\, London\, Kabare\, Masada\, Downside\, Rome. \n\n\n\n\nEARLY BIRD RATE: £474 (standard room) or £519 (character room) if booked by 24th February 2026Retreat price: £504 (standard room) or £549 (character room)  \n\n\n\nPrice 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. \n\n\n\nClick below to book your place on this retreat:\n\n\n\n\nbook now\n\n\n\n\nFor any questions\, or queries or if you’d like to know more\, please call  01572 717254 or alternatively email us: info@launde.org.uk URL:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/womeninthebible/ CATEGORIES:Biblical Theme,Creative Retreats,Launde Abbey Retreats,Spiritual Practices ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Launde-Programme-Thumbnails-37-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T144500 DTSTAMP:20260421T100525Z CREATED:20260421T100459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T100525Z UID:10000235-1778417100-1778424300@www.laundeabbey.org.uk SUMMARY:Sunday Carvery DESCRIPTION:Our delicious two-course Sunday carvery is priced at just £20.00 per person (£16.25 main course only). \n\n\n\nEnjoy a selection from our two-roast carvery (with vegetarian option)\, an array of mixed (homegrown when in season) vegetables\, a generous portion of cauliflower cheese and a large homemade Yorkshire pudding. All topped with Chef’s rich meat gravy (a vegetarian alternative is available). \n\n\n\nFor dessert select from a table of Chef’s choice desserts and fresh fruit salad.  \n\n\n\nWe also have a licensed bar\, plenty of parking and some lovely walks on the doorstep\, so why not come and make a day of it?  \n\n\n\nPre-booking is essential. \n\n\n\n \n \n Sunday Lunch/Carvery – Booking Request\n \n \n Contact DetailsName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n Phone(Required)DetailsSunday Lunch/Carvery Date(Required)Number of Adults(Required)Number of Children (below 11 years)Dietary RequirementsAnything else we need to know?How did you hear about this event?Social MediaGoogleWord of MouthRefer a FriendPast ParticipantOther\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nPlease email info@launde.org.uk\, or call 01572 717254. URL:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/sunday-carvery-4/ CATEGORIES:Sunday Lunches/Carvery ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Launde-Programme-Thumbnails-74-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T144500 DTSTAMP:20260421T100556Z CREATED:20260421T100550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T100556Z UID:10000236-1779021900-1779029100@www.laundeabbey.org.uk SUMMARY:Sunday Carvery DESCRIPTION:Our delicious two-course Sunday carvery is priced at just £20.00 per person (£16.25 main course only). \n\n\n\nEnjoy a selection from our two-roast carvery (with vegetarian option)\, an array of mixed (homegrown when in season) vegetables\, a generous portion of cauliflower cheese and a large homemade Yorkshire pudding. All topped with Chef’s rich meat gravy (a vegetarian alternative is available). \n\n\n\nFor dessert select from a table of Chef’s choice desserts and fresh fruit salad.  \n\n\n\nWe also have a licensed bar\, plenty of parking and some lovely walks on the doorstep\, so why not come and make a day of it?  \n\n\n\nPre-booking is essential. \n\n\n\n \n \n Sunday Lunch/Carvery – Booking Request\n \n \n Contact DetailsName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n Phone(Required)DetailsSunday Lunch/Carvery Date(Required)Number of Adults(Required)Number of Children (below 11 years)Dietary RequirementsAnything else we need to know?How did you hear about this event?Social MediaGoogleWord of MouthRefer a FriendPast ParticipantOther\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nPlease email info@launde.org.uk\, or call 01572 717254. URL:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/sunday-carvery-5/ CATEGORIES:Sunday Lunches/Carvery ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Launde-Programme-Thumbnails-74-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T093000 DTSTAMP:20260309T115216Z CREATED:20251020T123429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T115216Z UID:10000167-1779355800-1779442200@www.laundeabbey.org.uk SUMMARY:Rural Mission Hub Residential at Launde Abbey DESCRIPTION:Book now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBy popular request\, this Rural Mission Hub gathering has now been extended to include an overnight stay at the Abbey at the end of Thursday\, until after breakfast on Friday.  (But if you can’t stay overnight then please call us to arrange to come just for the day on Thursday (to 5 pm). \nWe’re building a community of rural pioneers in the East Midlands. Come and join our regular gatherings for some much-needed prayer\, support and encouragement!\n\n\n\n\nRural Mission Hub: 21st-22nd MAY 2026\n\n\n\nAre you engaged in pioneering ministry in a rural context? Looking for some quality time with colleagues to share and pray together? Launde Abbey and Rural Ministries are holding a Rural Mission Hub event at Launde to create space for engagement and reflection. \n\n\n\nThis rural mission hub residential includes led reflection\, time for personal prayer\, mutual learning\, shared wisdom and companionship with others in rural pioneering ministry.  It will be run jointly by members of the Launde Abbey Community and the Rural Ministries team. \n\n\n\nStandard room (full-board) £57.50 | Character room (full-board) £72.50 (first come\, first served!) \n\n\n\nThe special price for this event is made possible by financial support from Rural Ministries.  \n\n\n\nThe Rural Mission Hub at Launde Abbey is a partnership between Launde Abbey and Rural Ministries. \n\n\n\nBook online now! \n\n\n\n\nbook now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor any questions\, or queries or if you’d like to know more\, please call  01572 717254 or alternatively email us: info@launde.org.uk. URL:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/rural-mission-hub-residential-at-launde-abbey/ CATEGORIES:Rural Mission Hub ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Launde-Programme-Thumbnails-60-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T160000 DTSTAMP:20260427T105706Z CREATED:20260120T131253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T105706Z UID:10000208-1779458400-1779465600@www.laundeabbey.org.uk SUMMARY:Soul Filled Meanderings DESCRIPTION:Take a couple of hours\, put on your coat and boots and explore and experience God’s creation. This is an opportunity to stop\, look and listen. Using all your senses to know and understand more about our Everlasting Father and Creator God.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis guided walk will be led by Jo de Graaf. \n\n\n\nJo lives in Harby in the beautiful Vale of Belvoir with her husband\, Cor. They have five children and Jo is a very proud Oma to 10 grandchildren\, who bring the family such joy. A few years ago she felt God prompting and calling her to some form of ministry. Jo believes her ministry is to bring people into God’s Kingdom through love; using contemplative spirituality\, hospitality and service of all kinds to help people feel a sense of wholeness within the love of God. Not only is Jo one of our volunteer chaplains\, but is now the Associate Minister in the Parish of Old Dalby\, and also Lay Chair of Framland Deanery. \n\n\n\nThis walk is planned to begin at 2:00 pm. Meet at the front of the main house. Why not arrive early for lunch at Launde Abbey café? \n\n\n\nSuitable for all abilities. Alternative activities are available if the weather is wet. \n\n\n\nPrice: £5 per person. Places are limited to groups of 10\, so please book in advance.  \n\n\n\nThis price includes refreshments and a lovely homemade slice of cake from Launde Abbey. \n\n\n\nFor more information or to book your place call 01572 717254 or email info@launde.org.uk URL:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/soul-filled-meanderings-15/ CATEGORIES:Soul-Filled Meanderings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Launde-Programme-Thumbnails-94-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T144500 DTSTAMP:20260518T150748Z CREATED:20260421T100639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T150748Z UID:10000237-1779626700-1779633900@www.laundeabbey.org.uk SUMMARY:Sunday Carvery ***CANCELLED*** DESCRIPTION:We will not be offering our usual Sunday Carvery on Sunday 24 May. \n\n\n\nOur delicious two-course Sunday carvery is priced at just £20.00 per person (£16.25 main course only). \n\n\n\nEnjoy a selection from our two-roast carvery (with vegetarian option)\, an array of mixed (homegrown when in season) vegetables\, a generous portion of cauliflower cheese and a large homemade Yorkshire pudding. All topped with Chef’s rich meat gravy (a vegetarian alternative is available). \n\n\n\nFor dessert select from a table of Chef’s choice desserts and fresh fruit salad.  \n\n\n\nWe also have a licensed bar\, plenty of parking and some lovely walks on the doorstep\, so why not come and make a day of it?  \n\n\n\nPre-booking is essential. \n\n\n\nPlease email info@launde.org.uk\, or call 01572 717254. URL:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/sunday-carvery-6/ CATEGORIES:Sunday Lunches/Carvery ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Launde-Programme-Thumbnails-74-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260529T163000 DTSTAMP:20260402T161952Z CREATED:20250901T123954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T161952Z UID:10000145-1779701400-1780072200@www.laundeabbey.org.uk SUMMARY:Icon Painting Retreat ***FULLY BOOKED*** DESCRIPTION:This retreat in now fully booked. We are running another Icon Painting Retreat in December. \n\n\n\nThese five-day courses with professional iconographer Peter Murphy are suitable for all levels including beginners. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipants will learn the traditional techniques and ancient methods for producing their own hand-painted icon in the Byzantine style. Each course will concentrate on reproducing either a half-length or head and shoulders icon from a number of prototypes\, including Christ\, The Mother of God and various different saints such as St Francis and St Nicholas. \n\n\n\nOver the week the course members will learn traditional gilding techniques with 24-carat gold leaf for backgrounds and halos and how to make and use egg tempera paint fresh each day from free-range egg yolks and organic mineral pigments.  \n\n\n\nAs the course unfolds and participants settle into the gentle and prayerful daily rhythm of painting and gilding Peter will introduce course members to the fundamental theological principles involved in the creation of an icon\, its spiritual meaning and symbolism. \n\n\n\nAll materials\, including a handmade gessoed Serbian lime wood icon panel\, gold leaf and organic mineral pigments\, stage-by-stage worksheets and the use of specialist gilding tools and professional quality paint brushes are included in the price of the course. \n\n\n\nAll participants need to bring to the course is themselves\, an apron\, a good pair of scissors\, and an open mind. \n\n\n\nPeter Murphy\n\n\n\nPeter Murphy was born in Leeds and was educated at the University of East London. He trained with iconographer Guillem Ramos Poqui in London. He was Vice Chairman of the Society of Tempera Painters and is a member of the British Association of Iconographers. He has been commissioned by a number of churches in the UK and has also been employed by a number of museums and has recently undertaken three major commissions for Hereford Cathedral. For more information about Peter and his work please visit: petermurphyicons.co.uk \n\n\n\nRetreat price: £920 (standard room) or £992 (character room). Additional (Sunday) night: £99.00 |  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. \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, or queries or if you’d like to know more\, please call  01572 717254 or alternatively email us: info@launde.org.uk \n\n\n\nSome of Peter’s work\, and photos from previous retreats at Launde Abbey: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/iconpaintingretreat-may-2026/ CATEGORIES:Creative Retreats,Launde Abbey Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Icon-Painting-Retreat-1-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T092930Z CREATED:20251104T143832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T092930Z UID:10000179-1779703200-1779724800@www.laundeabbey.org.uk SUMMARY:May Quiet Day: In Beauty May I Walk DESCRIPTION:A day of quiet\, contemplative noticing: of noticing beauty all around us and exploring how\, by taking time to really notice and really see and experience beauty with all our senses\, we start to learn so much more of the presence of God and how it can transform our lives. The 9th-century philosopher\, Eriugena\, taught that “to know the Creator\, we need only to look at the things He created.” \n\n\n\nJo de Graaf\, one of our college of chaplains\, will be exploring how we can find peace\, joy\, love and hope in the beauty of nature.  \n\n\n\nThere will be the opportunity\, for those who wish\, to accompany Jo on a ‘soul-filled meandering’ in the beautiful grounds of Launde Abbey\, suitable for everyone\, regardless of mobility. We will walk slowly\, gently and prayerfully\, stopping frequently and just noticing what is right in front of us. \n\n\n\nThere will be plenty of “indoor” activities\, too\, for those who would rather not “meander”\, and\, of course\, plenty of time to be still and absorb the peace and beauty of Launde Abbey. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLed by Jo De Graaf\, one of our College of Chaplains. \n\n\n\nQuiet Day price: £46 includes lunch and coffee and tea throughout the day.Why not think about extending your time at Launde by staying overnight after the event.  Check for availability and a quote when you contact us. \n\n\n\nYes – I’d like to take part in this Quiet Day!  (Please complete this form to request a place.)  \n\n\n\n \n \n Quiet Day Registration Form\n \n \n Contact DetailsName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n PhoneAddress \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n Postcode\n \n \n Country\n AfghanistanÅland IslandsAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire\, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCambodiaCameroonCanadaCape VerdeCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo\, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCôte d'IvoireCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea\, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea\, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine\, State ofPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRéunionRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania\, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTürkiyeTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUS Minor Outlying IslandsUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands\, BritishVirgin Islands\, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabwe \n \n \n DetailsDate of Quiet Day(Required)How did you hear about this event?Social MediaGoogleWord of MouthRefer a FriendPast ParticipantOtherAnything else we need to know?\n Submit URL:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/mayquietday-2/ CATEGORIES:Quiet Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Launde-Programme-Thumbnails-70-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T160000 DTSTAMP:20260509T114022Z CREATED:20250922T124404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T114022Z UID:10000157-1779724800-1779984000@www.laundeabbey.org.uk SUMMARY:Labyrinth Retreat DESCRIPTION:book now\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe labyrinth is an ancient symbol\, dating back over 4\,000 years and appearing in many different countries\, cultures and faith traditions. It has been used for centuries as a tool for prayer and meditation. Today\, amidst the pressures and uncertainty of modern life\, people are once again finding themselves drawn to the labyrinth. Walking the winding path of a labyrinth helps us to unwind and offers time and space for quiet reflection. It clears the mind\, relaxes the body\, and opens the heart\, allowing us to respond from the deepest part of ourselves that knows wisdom.  \n\n\n\nDuring 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. There will be an opportunity to learn how to draw a finger labyrinth and to discover how finger labyrinths can be used in prayer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNickie Fidgin is an experienced labyrinth facilitator and has been leading retreats and quiet days for many years. In 2015\, she set up the Peaceful Path Project to introduce schools to the labyrinth as a tool for exploring spirituality and wellbeing.  Having originally trained as a nurse\, Nickie is passionate about helping people live in wellness. She also teaches Capacitar\, a body\, mind and spirit programme for trauma healing and wellbeing\, which includes the labyrinth. Nickie loves facilitating singing groups to lift the spirits and warm the heart!  \n\n\n\nEARLY BIRD RATE: £474 (standard room) or £519 (character room) if booked by 16th March 2026Retreat price: £504 (standard room) or £549 (character room)  \n\n\n\nPrice 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. \n\n\n\nClick below to book your place now on this retreat: \n\n\n\n\nbook now\n\n\n\n\nFor any questions\, queries or if you’d like to know more\, please call  01572 717254 or alternatively email us: info@launde.org.uk  URL:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/labyrinth-retreat-2026/ CATEGORIES:Launde Abbey Retreats,Nature,Spiritual Practices,Wellbeing Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Launde-Programme-Thumbnails-80-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T144500 DTSTAMP:20260421T100746Z CREATED:20260421T100741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T100746Z UID:10000238-1780231500-1780238700@www.laundeabbey.org.uk SUMMARY:Sunday Carvery DESCRIPTION:Our delicious two-course Sunday carvery is priced at just £20.00 per person (£16.25 main course only). \n\n\n\nEnjoy a selection from our two-roast carvery (with vegetarian option)\, an array of mixed (homegrown when in season) vegetables\, a generous portion of cauliflower cheese and a large homemade Yorkshire pudding. All topped with Chef’s rich meat gravy (a vegetarian alternative is available). \n\n\n\nFor dessert select from a table of Chef’s choice desserts and fresh fruit salad.  \n\n\n\nWe also have a licensed bar\, plenty of parking and some lovely walks on the doorstep\, so why not come and make a day of it?  \n\n\n\nPre-booking is essential. \n\n\n\n \n \n Sunday Lunch/Carvery – Booking Request\n \n \n Contact DetailsName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n Phone(Required)DetailsSunday Lunch/Carvery Date(Required)Number of Adults(Required)Number of Children (below 11 years)Dietary RequirementsAnything else we need to know?How did you hear about this event?Social MediaGoogleWord of MouthRefer a FriendPast ParticipantOther\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nPlease email info@launde.org.uk\, or call 01572 717254. URL:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/sunday-carvery-7/ CATEGORIES:Sunday Lunches/Carvery ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Launde-Programme-Thumbnails-74-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T170000 DTSTAMP:20260330T112914Z CREATED:20260330T112908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T112914Z UID:10000231-1780239600-1780246800@www.laundeabbey.org.uk SUMMARY:Classical Concert and Cream Tea: Lisa Nelsen (Flute) & Julian Metzger (Cello) DESCRIPTION:We look forward to continuing our Launde Abbey Concert Series throughout 2026\, bringing you intimate classical performances from the finest musicians. Join us for an hour of enchanting classical music in our medieval chapel\, followed by the famous Launde Abbey Cream Tea. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDescribed by The Times – London as “…a flautist and a half…”\, Lisa Nelsen is internationally recognised for her versatility as a soloist\, chamber and orchestra member\, as well as an educator and mentor. Having participated in the 2024 Guinness World Record event with Donne’s “Let Her Music Play”\, new projects have included working with composers at MusicFest in Aberystwyth\, Cardiff University Music Department\, and an incredibly special concert in Oxford at the Jacqueline Du Pré Hall\, curated by Kenneth Hesketh and the Royal College of Music. Lisa performs and collaborates with artists such as Julian Metzger\, Michelle Santiago\, Eleanor Turner and Ahmed Dickinson Cardenas\, planning programmes together for the next 2 years. Lisa performed with the National Youth Concert Band\, premiering a new concerto for flute by Bill Connor. She has presented online concerts during the pandemic with her chamber ensembles and participated in the Tampere and E-Flute Festivals. Her contribution to the hashtag ‘100 Days of Practice’ on Instagram (four times!) was a means to improve her own consistency in her work and inspire onlookers to ‘have a go’. As Chair of the British Flute Society\, Lisa relished contact with the community of players around the country. The position offered opportunities to share in activities and chat through mutual interests in the flute. She’s a professor of flute at Junior Guildhall School of Music\, and is an Artist for Yamaha Classical Division International playing on a 14-karat 900-series flute.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGerman-born cellist Julian Metzger is a versatile and compelling musical voice whose career spans concerto playing\, chamber music and orchestral performance. Raised in a family where music was both vocation and inheritance—his father a music teacher and choral conductor\, his uncle a professional cellist—Julian began playing the cello at the age of four\, forging an early and enduring relationship with the instrument.His formative years led him from his native Bad Berleburg to England\, where he studied at Wells Cathedral School under Dr Ioan Davies\, former cellist of the Fitzwilliam String Quartet. He continued his studies at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama with Stefan Popov\, later refining his artistry through private mentorship with Raphael Wallfisch. Along the way\, musical encounters with David Strange\, Steve Doane\, Yfrah Neaman\, Paul Roberts and Norbert Brainin further shaped his expressive depth and interpretative insight. \n\n\n\nAs a concerto soloist\, Julian brings intensity\, elegance and narrative clarity to the stage. He has appeared with a range of orchestras under conductors including Alexander Walker\, Adrian Brown and Jacques Cohen\, performing works from the central cello repertoire alongside lesser-known concertos by composers such as Tartini\, Monn\, Bridge\, Kabalevsky and Miaskovsky.  \n\n\n\nChamber music lies at the heart of Julian’s musical identity. He has collaborated with artists including Christopher Redgate\, Lisa Nelsen\, Giovanni Guzzo and Marco Fatichenti\, and has appeared at festivals such as the International Casals Festival\, Buckingham Summer Festival and Musicfest Aberystwyth. A committed advocate for ensemble music\, he founded the Metzger Ensemble and co-founded Enigma14 and the English String Trio\, exploring repertoire from intimate string works to adventurous mixed ensembles. \n\n\n\nAlongside performing\, Julian is a dedicated teacher\, working across leading schools and universities and maintaining a busy private studio. Many of his students now study at major conservatoires. Rooted in lyricism and driven by curiosity\, Julian Metzger continues to shape a career defined by collaboration\, exploration and the evolving voice of the cello. \n\n\n\nLaunde Classical Concerts offer the chance to hear an hour-long live concert in the company of some of the country’s leading performers\, followed by a gorgeous Launde cream tea. \n\n\n\nA Launde Abbey Fundraising Event. \n\n\n\nTickets £22 (or £17 for concert only). Call 01572 717254 or email info@launde.org.uk. \n\n\n\n \n \n Concert Booking Form\n \n \n Contact DetailsName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n Phone(Required)DetailsConcert Date(Required)How many tickets would you like?(Required)How did you hear about this event?Social MediaGoogleWord of MouthRefer a FriendPast ParticipantOtherAnything else we need to know?\n Submit URL:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/classical-concert-and-cream-tea-lisa-nelsen-flute-julian-metzger-cello/ CATEGORIES:Classical Concerts,Fundraising Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Launde-Programme-Thumbnails-9-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR