Welcome to the Association for Promoting Retreats!
Are you looking for somewhere to go on retreat?
We can help!
On the interactive map above you will find all the APR member retreat houses, with contact details and a link to their website; we also have a member house in South Africa. We support the work of several retreat leaders across the UK, many of whom can offer you an online retreat.
Promoting Christian Spirituality Through Retreats
The Association for Promoting Retreats exists to encourage more people to go on retreat and to support the ministry of our member retreat houses and retreat leaders. We also organise a biannual conference for Church of England diocesan spirituality advisers, and administer a bursary fund to enable individuals to go on retreat when cost is an obstacle.
Retreat Calendar
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Springwatch at the Othona Community, Essex
Springwatch ***ONLY YURTS OR CAMPING AVAILABLE*** Mon 28 Apr — Thu 1 May 2025 A chance to enjoy the wildlife of the Essex coast
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Woodworking prayer Day at Holland House
Woodworking prayer Day at Holland House
28th Apr: Your journey through ‘active prayer’ with Jonathon Hemingray Woodworking Workshop – The Road to the Cross This day workshop will provide an opportunity to reflect on the road to the cross while making an abstract sculpture, using wood off-cuts. By the grace of the Holy Spirit, the day will provide an opportunity to […]
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Quiet Day at the Othona Community West Dorset
Quiet Day at the Othona Community West Dorset
Dawn Chorus with Dominic Couzens Wed 30 Apr — Wed 30 Apr 2025 Early morning wildlife with a knowledgeable and witty expert
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Evening meditation at The Abbey, Sutton Courtenay
Evening meditation at The Abbey, Sutton Courtenay
Heartfulness Meditation Every Wednesday 07:15pm to 08:00pm We’re delighted to host a weekly Heartfulness Meditation session in our beautiful Library. These sessions are always free of charge and you can also continue at home with support. Available now in 160 countries worldwide supported by volunteers. Heartfulness meditation is based on ancient Raj Yoga but simplified for […]
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Soul-filled Meanderings at Launde Abbey
Soul-filled Meanderings at Launde Abbey
Soul Filled Meanderings 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. £5
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Repair Shop at Hilfield Friary
‘The mission of St Francis began in response to the call ‘Repair my House’ which he heard in the tumbled-down church of San Damiano outside the walls of Assisi. However, it soon led him with his brothers and sisters to join in a much larger project – that of God’s ‘Repair Shop’ – through which […]
IGR at the House of Prayer
Longing for God: Individually Guided Retreat Led by the House of Prayer Team A silent individually guided retreat for busy people, those who have not made a retreat before, or for anyone who needs time away to stop, breathe, and pray. A trained spiritual director will be available for daily individual meetings to accompany you […]
First Timers retreat at Holland House
2nd – 4th May: A Retreat for first time retreatants Friday 2nd May - Sunday 4th May 2025 I have called you by your name, you are mine -A retreat for first-time retreatants This weekend will provide a time to get to know God better. There will be guided meditations, some shared silence, and gentle […]
Walking week at the Othona Community West Dorset
Walking Week: Five of the Best Fri 2 May — Thu 8 May 2025 Led group walks (Tony's favourites) in the stunning spring countryside
7 events,
Online meditation with the School of Contemplative Life
Online meditation with the School of Contemplative Life
Meditation in the Christian tradition is an ancient and simple way of prayer. Our purpose is to teach meditation as a simple path to peace, community and oneness. Our vision is to help people establish peace in themselves and become places of peace in the world. Each session includes a short talk, a period of […]
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Inbetween times Retreat at Launde Abbey
In-Between Times Why not choose to deliberately take some time out from the pressures of daily life, and join us as we gently and devotionally make time in the in-between, and discover more about how God meets us there.
Birdwatching Retreat with Even Sparrows
Expect to see a good range of woodland, parkland and farmland birds around the abbey itself including Green Woodpecker, Yellowhammer and Spotted Flycatcher. We also spend a full day at Rutland Water - a brilliant nature reserve with an impressive range of water birds; summering warblers like Lesser Whitethroat and Garden Warbler, and various birds […]
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Julian of Norwich retreat at Holland House
6th – 8th May: Julian of Norwich Retreat: Oneing – Radical union is what we are made for. Led by Rev Dr Nikki Moon Come and immerse yourself in Julian's teachings and insights on how we are ‘Oned’ with the Beloved. There is also an opportunity to celebrate the 652nd anniversary of Julain’s Revelations with […]
Working week at the Othona Community, Essex
Spring Working Week Tue 6 May — Fri 9 May 2025 Join us for a busy week of practical tasks
Icon making workshop at the House of Prayer
Icon making workshop at the House of Prayer
Icon-making Workshop Led by Cari Bridgen Come and make a Byzantine icon. This introductory course offers participants the opportunity to make an icon over six weeks in the prayerful environment of the House of Prayer. All materials will be provided including pigments and an authentic gessoed panel. With Cari’s guidance and support, participants will be […]
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Quiet Day at Whalley Abbey
Quiet Day at Whalley Abbey
Dancing with God An opportunity to deepen your relationship with the Divine and each other through the rhythm of circle dance and scripture.
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Story-telling retreat at Whalley Abbey
“The Swift Flight of the Sparrow” – a story-telling retreat about St. Paulinus, Apostle of the North A retreat that explores the key moments from St Paulinus’ life and how these stories of faith and mission still speak to us today.
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Vessel making workshop at the Bield at Blackruthven
Vessel making workshop at the Bield at Blackruthven
Vessel Making and Meditating - These retreats combine guided meditation with vessel making to explore our own identity as Gods created. Participants will be introduced to a different meditation and vessel making process on each day; Paper, clay, felt and fabric. Cost £65 To Book email info@bieldatblackruthven.org.uk
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Quiet Day at the Retreat House Pleshey
Quiet Day at the Retreat House Pleshey
Encountering God on the Journey… A Quiet Day - exploring biblical examples and reflecting on how Jesus meets with us when we least expect him to.
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Quiet Day with Christian Retreats
Quiet Day with Christian Retreats
JOURNEY INTO THE UNKNOWN… | In the 5th century, the brilliant Celtic seafarers Saint Brendan and his companions, set sail into the unknown of the Atlantic, compelled by the Spirit to seek the Island of the Promised Land…This incredible Christian journey offers a wonderful imaginative and mythic space in which to do our inner, creative soul-work.
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Quiet Day at Wydale Hall
Quiet Day at Wydale Hall
Pioneering with God A day to help us nurture the dreams and seed that God plants in our hearts. Led by: The Wydale Community Cost: £30.00 including lunch and refreshments
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Julian of Norwich festival in Norwich
Julian Festival 2025 Friday May 9th 2025 Mass at St Julian’s Church 17.00 Breaking the Habit: The Allure of Nuns in Storytelling 19.00 National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall, Norwich Saturday May 10th 2025 Eucharist at St Julian’s Church led by Fr Richard Stanton 10.30-11.30 'Reception of new Companions (CJN) and renewal of vows'. Refreshments at Julian […]
Creative retreat at Penhurst Retreat Centre
Reigniting Your Creative Spark Leaders: Val Freeman and Dan Freeman If God is the Great Creator and we are made in God`s image, why is being creative sometimes so hard? Why is any sort of creative expression so difficult to prioritise and protect? How do we cope with doubt and self criticism in our artistic life? We will […]
Sacred nature retreat at Hilfield Friary
“Reconnecting to sacred nature 1” is a retreat running at Hilfield Friary on Friday 9th (from 12pm) to Sunday 11th (3pm) May 2024 geared at those of different spiritual traditions and none enquiring into the sacredness of nature in the midst of the ecological crisis. The retreat has four aims: 1 To help participants develop […]
Vocations weekend at St Michael’s Convent
Vocations Weekend A weekend of reflection and sharing suitable for those who are exploring the possibility of a vocation to Religious Life. May 9-11
HerAgeing retreat at the Coach House Kilmuir
HerAgeing Retreat Space is available for one shared ensuite bedroom only and one non-resident (please see tariffs in the leaflet).
Silent retreat at the Othona Community West Dorset
Heart Beat of the Land Fri 9 May — Sun 11 May 2025 A silent retreat - Honouring the Potency of Life
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Bede Griffiths Conference at the Open Pathway Retreat Centre
with David Cole of Waymark Ministries Bede Griffiths Conference - an in person and online Retreat An in-person and online conference with teaching from speakers across the world about Bede Griffiths and his influence today. May13th is the feast day of Bede Griffiths.
Online meditation with the School of Contemplative Life
Online meditation with the School of Contemplative Life
Meditation in the Christian tradition is an ancient and simple way of prayer. Our purpose is to teach meditation as a simple path to peace, community and oneness. Our vision is to help people establish peace in themselves and become places of peace in the world. Each session includes a short talk, a period of […]
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Quiet Day at Whalley Abbey
Quiet Day at Whalley Abbey
Quiet Day - Knit to Pray - led by Rachael Sterrett and Rachel-Ann Powers 10:00 16:00 Google Calendar ICS A day to practise the art of prayer and the art of knitting, and to explore the connection between them.
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Quiet Day at Edenham Regional House
Quiet Day at Edenham Regional House
Spirituality of the Third Age - A Retreat Day with Bishop Hall Speers10th May 10am to 4pm Booking: Edenham Regional House£16 per person (BYO lunch)Email: edenhamofice@gmail.comTel: 01778 591358
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Open Reflective Day at the Royal Foundation of St Katharine
Open Reflective Day at the Royal Foundation of St Katharine
We are delighted to invite you to our Urban Oasis for our Open Reflective Days in 2024. These are our most popular retreats allowing you to have a personal quiet day to reflect and recharge away from the distractions of everyday life. You may use this day as time to pray, do some life admin or maybe to finish that project […]
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Volunteer Day at the Greenhouse at Barnes Close
Volunteer Day at the Greenhouse at Barnes Close
Come and help out in the 5-acre garden or around the house!
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Creative quiet day at Penhurst Retreat Centre
Creative quiet day at Penhurst Retreat Centre
Creativity, Contemplation, Connection Leader: Rachel Kiley Photographer and creativity specialist, Rachel, will gently guide participants through the day, which will include morning reflections and a contemplative smartphone photography walk. There will also be opportunities for creative writing, mark making, silence, self-reflection and sharing together, as we gently connect with our creative selves and new ways of […]
4 events,
Icon making workshop at the House of Prayer
Icon making workshop at the House of Prayer
Icon-making Workshop Led by Cari Bridgen Come and make a Byzantine icon. This introductory course offers participants the opportunity to make an icon over six weeks in the prayerful environment of the House of Prayer. All materials will be provided including pigments and an authentic gessoed panel. With Cari’s guidance and support, participants will be […]
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Online Oasis Day
Online Oasis Day
13 May - 'Caring for creation' led by Susan Drake Oasis days offer quiet reflection for people who need a day to re-charge their spiritual batteries and enjoy the stimulation of an excellent speaker. Please email janefranklinretreats@gmail.com if you would like to join.
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Evening meditation at The Abbey, Sutton Courtenay
Evening meditation at The Abbey, Sutton Courtenay
Heartfulness Meditation Every Wednesday 07:15pm to 08:00pm We’re delighted to host a weekly Heartfulness Meditation session in our beautiful Library. These sessions are always free of charge and you can also continue at home with support. Available now in 160 countries worldwide supported by volunteers. Heartfulness meditation is based on ancient Raj Yoga but simplified for […]
2 events,
Springwatch at the Othona Community West Dorset
Springwatch Thu 15 May — Sun 18 May 2025 Walks and talks to help us really SEE the natural world
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Private Retreat Day at Wydale Hall
Private Retreat Day at Wydale Hall
Private Retreat Day No progarmme, just spend a day with God at Wydale Cost: £21.00 including lunch and refreshments
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Ordering desire retreat at the House of Prayer
Ordering Desire Led by Maria Manuela Silva Desire motivates, inspires and shapes us - for better or for worse. Scripture has much to say about desire: God’s and our own. This weekend is an invitation to join us in exploring desire through the lens of the Lord’s Prayer: those few short lines Christians have […]
Residential retreat at the Community of St Mary the Virgin
Who do you think you are? Finding our identity in Christ With Fr John-Francis Friendship TSSF ‘Who am I, O God and who are you?’ was a question St Francis of Assisi repeated one night in prayer and the matter of identity will be the subject of this retreat. In 2016 Archbishop Justin discovered […]
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Quiet Garden day at Penhurst Retreat Centre
Quiet Garden day at Penhurst Retreat Centre
Quiet Garden Day Leader: Jay Ashworth Step aside from the busyness of life and into the peace and beauty of this place for a day of reflection and refreshment. The day will be mostly self-guided but will start and end with a reflective prayer time. You will be able to use the art room, summer houses […]
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Quiet Day at Epiphany House
Quiet Day at Epiphany House
May 16, 2025 Consider The Birds of the Air – Letting the Lord Speak Through Creation with Fr Gilmour Mcdermott Through talks, personal reflection, and time in the natural environment, we will explore how the Lord speaks to us through his creation.
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IGR at Penhurst Retreat Centre
6 Night Silent Individually Guided Retreat Leaders: Maureen Stringer and Chris Doust Come and deepen your relationship with God on this silent individually guided retreat (IGR). You will have the time and opportunity to pay attention to God and be more aware of his work in your life, to pray and reflect on your life and to consider […]
Online meditation with the School of Contemplative Life
Online meditation with the School of Contemplative Life
Meditation in the Christian tradition is an ancient and simple way of prayer. Our purpose is to teach meditation as a simple path to peace, community and oneness. Our vision is to help people establish peace in themselves and become places of peace in the world. Each session includes a short talk, a period of […]
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Capacitar Taster session at the Bield at Blackruthven
Capacitar Taster session at the Bield at Blackruthven
Capacitar Taster Sessions - simple holistic wellness practices which enable people to reconnect with their own wisdom and capacity, promoting healing, wholeness and peace. Cost £25 To Book email info@bieldatblackruthven.org.uk
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Individual Quiet Day at St Chad’s Leek
Individual Quiet Day at St Chad’s Leek
Our Individual Quiet Days are an opportunity to spend time in quiet in prayer, in our chapel, library and lounge. Coffee, tea and cake will be provided as well as a light two course lunch. There will be a gentle rhythm of prayers held in the chapel as well as the opportunity to have time […]
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IGR at the Franciscan Centre, Ladywell
Step away from the noise and haste of your everyday life and into the quiet beauty of the Franciscan Centre Ladywell in the heart of Surrey.Each day you will be accompanied by a trained spiritual director.
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Quiet Day at the Fintry Trust
Quiet Day at the Fintry Trust
18 May 2025 10:30 am - 3:00 pm The Essence of Taoism as a Living Experience
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Icon painting Retreat at Launde Abbey
Icon Painting Retreat Join experienced Iconographer, Peter Murphy for a week learning the medieval gilding and painting techniques to create stunning icon paintings.
Gardening Retreat at Launde Abbey
Gardening Retreat: ‘May God bless the work of our hands’ Join us for daily worship, gardening, and reflective sessions in the peaceful community atmosphere of Launde Abbey.
Enneagram Retreat at Holland House
19th – 21st May: Enneagram Introduction – A Spiritual Journey of Self Awareness Holland House Bursary Scheme: We can give up to 25% off at your request if our retreats are too expensive for you. Please contact reservations@hollandhouse.org to book. If you need a more generous bursary, please email the Warden, Helen Stanton via warden@hollandhouse.org
Birdwatching Retreat with Even Sparrows
Kilmalieu in the Scottish Highlands is blessed with a remarkable range of birds. From tiny goldcrests, warblers and flycatchers to majestic golden and white-tailed eagles, there is a rich variety of mountain, moorland, woodland and shoreline birds to see, hear and enjoy. Mark and Sheila Winter are leading one of their special Even Sparrows retreats […]
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Quiet Monday at Shallowford House
Quiet Monday at Shallowford House
9:45 am – 3:30 pm These are led by Rev Evelyn Bone and she leads us through a gentle day of devotion, quiet time and worship. There is the opportunity to meet one to one and engage in a few prayerful activities. The cost is £26 which includes lunch and refreshments. The day runs from 9.45am to […]
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Quiet Monday at St Columba’s House, Woking
Quiet Monday at St Columba’s House, Woking
A Quiet Monday Morning with Jane Baker 19th May Monday 10.00am - 1.00pm Morning prayer will be followed by a short address. Then quiet time followed by a time of sharing and closing prayer....
9 events,
Icon making workshop at the House of Prayer
Icon making workshop at the House of Prayer
Icon-making Workshop Led by Cari Bridgen Come and make a Byzantine icon. This introductory course offers participants the opportunity to make an icon over six weeks in the prayerful environment of the House of Prayer. All materials will be provided including pigments and an authentic gessoed panel. With Cari’s guidance and support, participants will be […]
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Craft Week at Hilfield Friary
Come along and enjoy the week with like-minded crafters. Bring old projects to finish and try new ones with friends, drink lots of tea and laugh a lot! The suggested donation for the week is £260 to include all food and accommodation. If you would like to arrive on Tuesday 20th June to relax before you […]
3-day silent retreat at the Bield at Blackruthven
Multiday Silent Retreat - May 21-23rd May 2025 Why silence? Most people have a yearning for tranquillity and peace. By taking part in a silent retreat, you will have the opportunity to draw back from the normal routines and busyness of life to reflect and allow space for new encounters.
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Quiet day at Rydal hall
Quiet day at Rydal hall
Quiet Day - Using a Labyrinth Wednesday May 21st 2025 Led by: Diana Raven The cost is £10 which includes refreshments and a soup and sandwich lunch. Using a Labyrinth
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One day silent retreat at the Bield at Blackruthven
One day silent retreat at the Bield at Blackruthven
One Day Silent Retreats -These retreats will introduce ways of stilling yourself and give the opportunity to experience the richness and depth of spending time with God in the quietness of silent prayer. Cost £65 To Book email info@bieldatblackruthven.org.uk
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Labyrinth Quiet Day at the Retreat House Pleshey
Labyrinth Quiet Day at the Retreat House Pleshey
A Winding Journey A Quiet Day exploring the spiritual practice of the Labyrinth
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Quiet Garden Day at Holland House
Quiet Garden Day at Holland House
22nd May: Quiet Garden Day Come and spend the day enjoying the peace and tranquillity of the Holland House gardens. The day will begin at 10am to gather for coffee and then start in the Chapel at 10.30am for thoughts on the theme. There will be a Holy Communion at Midday
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Labyrinth Quiet Day at the Wigwam Retreat Centre
Labyrinth Quiet Day at the Wigwam Retreat Centre
A Seasonal Retreat Day (including labyrinth) with Brian Draper, at the Wigwam Retreat Centre - Bothy 5, Riddlesworth, Nr. Diss, Norfolk. Thursday 22nd May 2025. Further details of this event including a booking form will be available shortly
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Space to Breathe retreat at Holy Rood House
Space to breathe: Time Out for Young Climate Activists Led by Jo Musker-Sherwood
John Bell Retreat at the Royal Foundation of St Katharine
John Bell: Spiritual mentors from holy scripture 23rd May 2025 - 25th May 2025 A fair proportion of the Bible is taken up with stories of historical figures who were shaped by their faith in different ways. Some became courageous, some reclusive, some provocative, some affirmative. In this retreat we will look at the lives […]
Essex Green Weekend at the Othona Community, Essex
Essex Green Weekend Join us for this weekend to find out how we can influence Climate Change
9 events,
Silent Retreat at Shallowford House
Stepping out of the noise and finding the quiet Dates: May 24th – 26th Cost – £242 Bursary funding available – please call the office for more information. Is your normal day packed with “stuff”,
Online meditation with the School of Contemplative Life
Online meditation with the School of Contemplative Life
Meditation in the Christian tradition is an ancient and simple way of prayer. Our purpose is to teach meditation as a simple path to peace, community and oneness. Our vision is to help people establish peace in themselves and become places of peace in the world. Each session includes a short talk, a period of […]
8 events,
Icon Painting Retreat at the Franciscan Centre, Ladywell
Icon Workshop- Painting and Prayer with Sr Annette Lawrence A prayerful experience of painting an icon of your own. Each day includes input about icons, a meditation on an icon and painting your own icon with plenty of instruction and demonstrations. All are welcome – artistically talented or not!
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Spiritual Accompaniers’ retreat at Holland House
27th – 30th May: The Other Presence A Retreat for Spiritual Accompaniers with the Emmaus Road story. Led by Nick Helm Holland House Bursary Scheme: We can give up to 25% off at your request if our retreats are too expensive for you. Please contact reservations@hollandhouse.org to book. If you need a more generous bursary, […]
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Quiet Day with Christian Retreats
Quiet Day with Christian Retreats
JOURNEY INTO THE UNKNOWN… | In the 5th century, the brilliant Celtic seafarers Saint Brendan and his companions, set sail into the unknown of the Atlantic, compelled by the Spirit to seek the Island of the Promised Land…This incredible Christian journey offers a wonderful imaginative and mythic space in which to do our inner, creative soul-work.
Icon making workshop at the House of Prayer
Icon making workshop at the House of Prayer
Icon-making Workshop Led by Cari Bridgen Come and make a Byzantine icon. This introductory course offers participants the opportunity to make an icon over six weeks in the prayerful environment of the House of Prayer. All materials will be provided including pigments and an authentic gessoed panel. With Cari’s guidance and support, participants will be […]
Day of Reflection at the Franciscan Centre, Ladywell
Day of Reflection at the Franciscan Centre, Ladywell
Day of Reflection The Franciscan Centre Ashstead Lane, Godalming, United Kingdom Come away and rest awhile on a Day of Reflection at the Franciscan Centre Ladywell! Our next gatherings will be held on the 2nd Saturday and 4th Tuesday of each month from 9.30am to 4.00pm.
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Board Games at the Othona Community West Dorset
Othona Circle of Meeples - Board Games Getaway Wed 28 May — Sun 1 Jun 2025 A 4 night holiday packed with tabletop games and shared experiences
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Evening meditation at The Abbey, Sutton Courtenay
Evening meditation at The Abbey, Sutton Courtenay
Heartfulness Meditation Every Wednesday 07:15pm to 08:00pm We’re delighted to host a weekly Heartfulness Meditation session in our beautiful Library. These sessions are always free of charge and you can also continue at home with support. Available now in 160 countries worldwide supported by volunteers. Heartfulness meditation is based on ancient Raj Yoga but simplified for […]
7 events,
Julian of Norwich retreat at Whalley Abbey
Julian of Norwich Retreat An retreat offering the opportunity to spend time with Julian of Norwich; her life, her message and her meaning to you.
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NHS Wellness day at the Bield at Blackruthven
NHS Wellness day at the Bield at Blackruthven
NHS Wellness Days - Days set aside specifically for NHS staff to spend a day at the Bield, slow down, relax and unwind. You will be able to opt in or out from various activities as seems right for you. Cost £65 To Book email info@bieldatblackruthven.org.uk
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Silent Retreat at St Katharine’s Parmoor
May 30 @ 10:30 am - May 31 @ 4:00 pm Silence is Golden – a silent retreat led by Ian Pearce St Katharine's Retreat House, Parmoor. RG9 6NN £121 – £135
10 events,
Online meditation with the School of Contemplative Life
Online meditation with the School of Contemplative Life
Meditation in the Christian tradition is an ancient and simple way of prayer. Our purpose is to teach meditation as a simple path to peace, community and oneness. Our vision is to help people establish peace in themselves and become places of peace in the world. Each session includes a short talk, a period of […]
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Quiet Day at the House of Prayer
Quiet Day at the House of Prayer
Walking the Path Together: Lessons from the Mystical Tradition for Christian Living Today Led by Peter Tyler The spiritual path can sometimes be hard, lonely and often difficult to understand (and talk about) – we experience 'highs' and 'lows', light and shadow, refreshment and desolation. The day is an opportunity to reflect on our journeys […]
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Quiet Day at the Fintry Trust
Quiet Day at the Fintry Trust
31 May 2025 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Active Hope: A Fundraising Event at the Fintry Trust
At the APR we aim to:
- promote the value of retreats and the work of retreat houses and retreat leaders
- support the provision of opportunities for quiet and reflection within the context of everyday life
- encourage training in retreat leadership and spiritual direction
- facilitate renewal and growth in spirituality
- enable the exploration of different expressions of Christian spirituality
As a membership organisation, we rely on subscriptions to enable our work. If you are not already a member, please do consider joining APR, so that we can do even more to promote retreats.
Announcements
Bookings are now open for our 2025 Autumn retreat led by APR President, Bishop John Stroyan, at St Columba’s House, Woking from 21-23 October. To find out more, or book your place, please follow this link.
Read our 2025 Spring Newsletter online here!
If you are looking for an Individually Guided Retreat (IGR) or Quiet Day, simply type ‘IGR’ or ‘Quiet Day’ into the search function on our online calendar – there are dozens of both listed throughout the year!
This week we are praying for...
Each week we pray for one of our member retreat houses or leaders. This week we are praying for Christy and Daniel Casley (Wardens), and for all who live, work or seek refreshment at the Open Pathway Retreat Centre in Somerset.
Are you looking for a new challenge?
There are vacancies for staff at the following APR Member Retreat Houses:
Deputy Director at Penhurst Retreat Centre
Experienced chef at Holland House
Administrator at the Sheldon Community
Part-time Spiritual Direction Tutor at Sarum College
Resident Team Member at the Othona Community (Essex)
Catering Manager at Holy Rood House
Housekeeper and Assistant Cook at St Katharine’s Parmoor
Community member at the Sheldon Community
Membership
Please consider joining APR, and help us support retreat houses and extend the benefit of retreats to more people. See the membership page for more information.
Bursaries
Our Bursary Scheme is there to help our retreat house members enable more people to benefit from retreats, especially where cost might be an obstacle. See the Bursary page for details.
Resources
We regularly post articles and information on topics related to retreats, prayer, and Christian spirituality. We hope you will find something of interest; see the Resources Pages here.
Support the work of APR
As a membership organisation, we rely on subscriptions to enable our work. If you are not already a member, please do consider joining APR, so that we can do even more to promote retreats.
If you are a UK taxpayer, please consider Gift Aiding your donation. We are able to claim an additional 25% from HMRC on top of your donation, at no extra cost to you. All you need do is complete our online Gift Aid declaration form and we’ll take care of the rest.
How to Donate
If you would like to make a donation to support the work of APR, or specifically to the Bursary Fund, you can do so by means of the online donation button below.