February 20th to 23rd Richard Rohr inspired weekend retreat: "The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom" with Revd Ian Spencer and Urs Mattman
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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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9 events,Songs for the Quiet Season Fri 20 Feb — Mon 23 Feb 2026 Glorious harmony singing, no experience or music-reading necessary Individually Guided Retreat ... an opportunity to grow in your relationship with God. February 23rd, 2026 - 26th, 2026 Wood You Believe – Getting the Past out of the Present – Fr. Jim Cogley and Luba Rodzhuk – Workshop Finding Healing from Personal and Ancestral Issues Moving beyond Loss Trauma and Victimhood Towards a Spirituality of Wholeness Jim uses his amazing wood carvings to explore core human issues […] The Repair Shop Brother Sam SSF In the work of repair we are ourselves repaired Mon 23rd to Fri 27th
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Come and help out in the 5-acre garden or around the house!
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Description Theme: Greatest Love – Hearts 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 Monday 23rd February 2026 Create Art Ministry, offers a time and space in the week, to be still from the busyness of everyday life. At Create we use Christian Mindfulness, Relaxation and Art Therapy to do just that, using art materials...
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Drawing, writing, walking, praying, painting, reading, alpaca whispering, knitting, crafting, running, meditating, colouring, chilling... whatever you like, bring it! We frame our time with a simple scriptural introduction, and invite you to use the grounds and rooms as you like. Bring a packed lunch, all are welcome! |
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Creative Encounter: Growing Deeper in Christ Through Art led by Ellie Ake 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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Silent Retreat Day 24th February 2026 10:00-16:00 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. |
8 events,Felting Retreat: Working with Luxury Fibres Wednesday 25th and Thursday 26th February 2026 Led by: Catherine Slater £220, including room, all tutoring and materials, lunch, dinner and refreshments on day one, and breakfast, lunch and refreshments on day two. On this course, students will learn how to create gossamer weight felt to make beautiful wraps […] Soul Care Poetry 25th to 27th February 2026 Booking by 3rd February is essential Wednesday at 10am to Friday at 4pm An opportunity to indulge in some soul care as we listen deeply between the lines. For listeners and writers alike.
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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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GOING DEEPER WITH JOHN OF THE CROSS | In the 16th C emerged a Christian thinker who went through tremendous suffering, loved every iota of life and was one of the greatest pioneers of the Christian spiritual journey the world has ever seen. You will enter into his life through a creative presentation, then journey […] |
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John Bell Residential Retreat - Ten things they never told me about the Bible 26th February 2026 - 26th February 2026 'Ten things they never told me about the bible' We are encouraged to read it, and when we do - for the first or umpteenth time - we realise that Moby Dick or Ulysses might […]
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We are pleased to be associated with the Quiet Garden Movement which: nurtures access to outdoor space for prayer, reflection and rest in a variety of settings, such as private homes, churches, schools and hospitals, and creates opportunities for people to experience silence, restfulness and contemplative practices… Find out more Our garden is usually open […] |
9 events,The Hidden Life of Trees with Revd Bridget Main Fri 27 Feb — Sun 1 Mar 2026 Join Brigid for a weekend discovering how trees can help connect us to God's creations 27th – 28th Feb 2026: Issues in Masculinity (men only), led by the Revd Canon Carlton Turner Issues in Masculinity (men only), led by the Revd Canon Carlton Turner Arrivals from 4pm on Friday until 4pm on Saturday. Includes all meals, refreshments and accommodation Please note that Holland House does not provide a choice menu […] February 27, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - March 1, 2026 @ 2:00 pm Lent Retreat 2026 The Franciscan Centre Ashstead Lane, Godalming, United Kingdom “The Spirit drove Jesus into the wilderness. (Mark 1:12)” During Lent we’re invited to shed what is superfluous and enter into the desert with Christ. £210
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Breathe with the Seasons: Lent Fri 27 Feb Foxhill House and Woodlands Returning to what matters most. An Encounter Day with Mike McGurk
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27th Feb 2026: Quiet Day – led by Chris Whittington Quiet day - led by Chris Whittington, founder and leader of the School of Contemplative Life Quiet days are from 10am - 4pm and include a 2 course lunch and refreshments. Please note that Holland House does not provide a choice menu at meal times […]
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The call to action – Jesus as a prophet: if you recognise Jesus as the Son of God, do you also know him as a prophet demanding action? Jesus did not only comfort and heal – he also challenged injustice, confronted hypocrisy, and spoke truth to power. This reflective retreat day explores the radical, prophetic […] |
9 events,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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Praying with icons in Lent Saturday 28 February 2026 10:00 16:00 The House of Prayer (map) Led by Catherine Lomas As we begin our Lenten journey, this day will allow opportunity to consider the place of icons in our spiritual discipline. We will learn about how the iconographic tradition has developed over centuries and what that means […]
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Living with Loss Creative Grief Workshop – February 2026 Have you been struggling since the death of a loved one? The Living with Loss Creative Grief Workshop, led by Abi May, will be held at Shallowford House this February. This special two-day workshop is designed to help you find a way forward in your changed […] |
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7 events,Monday 2nd March, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - Thursday 5th March, 2026 @ 5:00 pm Dust That Dreams of Glory This retreat will offer a Lenten journey sharing our humanity with the promise of living in God’s new world with Jesus, the forerunner of the new creation. Led by Revd John Rackley. March 2nd, 2026 - 5th, 2026 The Healing Power of Poetry; Exploring Poetry as a Spiritual Path – Lorraine O’Brien & Michael Dillon A poet, is someone who can pour light into a cup, then raise it, to quench, your beautiful parched, holy mouth. Hafiz Poetry is the language of the soul. Join us for this […] The colours of retirement Clare Herbert An interactive Retreat Workshop for any point on the retirement transition Mon 2nd to Fri 6th Led by Ian and Gail Adams www.facebook.com/thebelovedlife
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Mon 2 Mar Day of Prayer for Mission Chris Doust and Judy Acheson
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Embodying Prayer Mon 02 Mar Frodsham A playful and embodied approach to prayer. A Day Retreat with Jennifer Fox Eades. £29.50 - includes refreshments and a two course lunch.
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An opportunity to pause for prayer and personal reflection – Come for all or part of the day Bring your own lunch Coffee and tea provided No charge, but donations welcome 10am – 4pm with Eucharist at 12 noon |
5 events,Roll Up Your Sleeves (March) Tue 3 Mar — Sun 8 Mar 2026 Bargain Prices and Satisfying Community Jobs |
8 events,Do you have a day or two free to help us out with an impromptu Working Party? Reduced full board rate of £60/night (meals provided, but help clearing up appreciated). Mainly outdoor work, but indoor options also available. Bring appropriate clothing & gardening gloves; all other equipment available onsite
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Let by Sister Pauline Myers SP. Cost £20. Please bring your own lunch; tea and coffee provided Book by emailing margaret.mattison@sellypark.org or phone 0121 415 6100
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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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Christ Pictured A Quiet Day focusing on the life and ministry of Christ as portrayed by different artists.
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The Pilgrim's Path: Journeys of Faith in Tolkein's Work 9:30 AM 4:00 PM Wydale Hall (map) Tolkein’s work is full of resonance with the spiritual path. A quiet day to explore the journey of our faith. Led by: John Hoyland Cost: £30.00 including lunch and refreshments
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Soul Filled Meanderings Thursday 5th March @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm 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. Led by Jo […] |
10 events,Longing for God: Individually Guided Retreat Fri, 6 Mar 202619:00 Sun, 8 Mar 202615:00 The House of Prayer (map) 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 simply needs time and space to stop, breathe, and pray. A […] March 6th - 8th Women's Spirituality Retreat: 'Women of the World Lent Retreat' with Revd Sue Hammersley and Helen Warwick Fri 6 - Sun 8 March I Can’t God Can Mandy Callf Building A Neurodiverse Community Fri 6 Mar — Mon 9 Mar 2026 Marie Martin returns with her retreat designed for Neurodivergent adults, whether diagnosed or self-determined and is open to anyone interested. March 6, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - March 8, 2026 @ 2:00 pm A Way in the Wilderness - finding meaning, direction and hope in the season of Lent The Franciscan Centre Ashstead Lane, Godalming, United Kingdom A time of reflection led by Christopher Chapman Hope has its roots in a God who is always moving into how […]
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Friday 6th March Clergy Oasis Day 10.00 am—4.00 pm For clergy holding a licence.
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Friday 6th March 10am – 12.30pm Praying with Julian of Norwich The retreats offer a time of quiet reflection for all who come and there is no requirement to share anything with the group about your time of reflection and contemplation. It is just a time for you to listen to addresses by the Sisters […] |
15 events,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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Junk Journalling Workshop with Rev’d Liz Jones Saturday 7th March, 9.30am – 4.30pm This creative journalling day will be a time of fun plus space for personal reflection and creative journalling using a mix of collage and paints. We will make a small zine (booklet) from a single page and a journal using papers from the […]
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Introduction to Enneagram 7th March 2026 10:00-16:00 “To see ourselves as others see us is a most salutary gift.” - Wrote Aldous Huxley “Hardly less important is the capacity to see others as they see themselves Based on ancient philosophic traditions, the Enneagram is a tool that describes nine different characters. This will help you […] |
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8 events,“Spacious, Gracious, and Precious” Retreat Monday March 9th and Tuesday March 10th 2026 Led by: Dr. Fiona Schneider £360 including room, all tutoring and materials, dinner and refreshments on day one, breakfast, lunch and refreshments on day two. A 48-Hour Retreat for Discovery & Replenishment of Mind, Body, and Spirit, for men and women. Mon 9 - Thu 12 March Deeper, Higher, Stronger - like a tree by the waters Jack and Sandra Telfer 9th Mar 2026: Springtime Zen Sesshin – With Christopher Ryushin Collingwood Roshi Springtime Zen Sesshin (retreat) at Holland House With Christopher Ryushin Collingwood Roshi Monday 9th March to Friday 13 March 2026 Arrival and Registration from 4pm on Monday. Departure following breakfast on Friday This is a silent retreat for those who would like to […]
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Open Reflective Day ~ 9th March 9th March 2026, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm We are delighted to invite you to our Urban Oasis for our Open Reflective Days in 2026. 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 […]
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10:00am to 3.30pm 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 £28 which includes lunch and refreshments. The day runs from 10:00am to 3.30pm. Please […]
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Encounter Meditation: 9th March 2026 (AN EVENING EVENT!) Encounter Meditation An in-person evening retreat with music, art and silence. An invitation to take an hour out of the busyness of modern life. Facilitated by contemplative practitioners, Mary Flitcroft and Helen Stanton, sessions will start with a piece of live music or artwork followed by a […] |
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March 10th and 17th Lenten Poetry mornings with Helen Warwick, 10am - 12pm View leaflet
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10 March – ‘Journeying with St Chad, first Bishop of Lichfield' led by Sarah Burgess-Parker Day runs from 10.45am to 3 pm Email janefranklinretreats@gmail.com for a Zoom link to this event. |
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Deeper Healing Day 10.00 am—4.00 pm Led by a chaplain
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Knitwits for God! 9:30 AM 4:00 PM Wydale Hall (map) Bring your knitting or crochet project, find out a bit more about sharing the joy with others, and enjoy the day with fellow knitters! Led by: Liz Pacey Cost: £30.00 including lunch and refreshments
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Wednesday 11th March 10am – 12.30pm Praying with St Teresa of Avila The retreats offer a time of quiet reflection for all who come and there is no requirement to share anything with the group about your time of reflection and contemplation. It is just a time for you to listen to addresses by the […] |
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March 12, 2026 @ 9:45 am - 3:45 pm Women’s Spiritual Spa Day 2026 Maybury Hill, Woking, GU22 8AB We’ll invite Jesus to reveal what we’re holding on to that clutters our hearts Sort your life out – the Jesus Way! In that popular TV show, families are helped to get rid of things that […] |
6 events,Lent Retreat: A Journey into God’s Love Fri, 13 Mar 202619:00 Sun, 15 Mar 202614:00 The House of Prayer (map) Led by Audrey Hamilton Join us for a time of silence and stillness as we journey through Lent and explore our deepening intimacy with Jesus as beloved disciples. There will be times of guided reflections and space […] Fri 13 - Sun 15 March Crossroads Retreat Jacqui Zanetti and Mary Monfries Over this weekend we shall, first, explore the remarkable story of Etty Hillesum, a young Jewish diarist who, in the early years of the war through discovering an unconventional faith found her life was transformed, and who became an inspirational figure in the transit camp where all the Dutch Jews were sent on their way […]
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Soul Filled Meanderings Friday 13th March @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 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. Led by Jo […] |
12 events,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 […] 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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Spring Gardening Day 9:30 AM 4:00 PM Wydale Hall (map) Come and help us to wake up the Wydale gardens for Spring! It’s fun serving with others. Led by: The Wydale Community Cost: Free of charge - lunch provided |
7 events,March 15, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - March 22, 2026 @ 10:00 am Individually Guided Retreat The Franciscan Centre Ashstead Lane, Godalming, United Kingdom 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 […] |
6 events,Are you approaching one of life’s crossroads? Or perhaps you just sense that change is on the horizon? These are times to pause, reflect and pray. This retreat offers you the opportunity to explore the question, ‘What next, Lord?’ Each morning Dr Tom and Judi Walsh will help you explore how God has been shaping […]
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March 10th and 17th Lenten Poetry mornings with Helen Warwick, 10am - 12pm View leaflet |
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Wednesday 18th March Anna Chaplaincy Day 10.00 am—4.00 pm A day for Anna Chaplains
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Quiet Day - Centering Prayer - the Roots and Practice (Year of Contemplation 2026) This day will introduce you to the practice of centering prayer, enabling you to build it into your own practice of prayer.
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Sacred Storytelling 10:00 16:00 The Diocesan House Of Retreat (map) A Storytelling Quiet Day |
16 events,March 20th - 22nd Men's Spirituality Retreat with Revd Rory Dalgliesh and Urs Mattman February Working Weekend Fri 20 Feb — Mon 23 Feb 2026 A weekend to join the core team helping with the many jobs that need doing on site! 'Finding a spacious place within ' led by Shaun Lambert and Mike Leigh 20th March 2026 - 21st March 2026 Taking the theme of Psalm 18:19 ‘He brought me out into a spacious place’ Shaun and Mike will help us inhabit our God-given spacious place within. In that place of stillness we learn to cultivate […] Becoming Places of Peace: Weekend Meditation Retreat in Dorset Fri 20 - Sun 22 Mar | from £296 | Othona Dorset Join us for this weekend retreat and explore how silence, meditation and ancient Christian wisdom reveal the oneness that is the deepest source of peace for our lives and our world. 20-23 March 2026'Behold the Blessed Face of Christ'Lent RetreatLed by Fr Bruce-Julian Batstone In this Lent retreat, through silence, prayer and fellowship, we will experience together something of the message of this beautiful season. Click here for more details. The Hidden Life of Trees Revd Brigid Main Poetry and prayer retreat led by Helen Evans and Demelza Henderson Find out more on https://promotingretreats.org/resources 20th – 22nd Mar 2026: Unstoppable Love: the Joy of Lent Together Unstoppable Love: the Joy of Lent Together Celebrate the boundless love of God revealed through the cross. A retreat of laughter, reflection, and connection for all. Led by the Rev’d David Babbington—Dean of Pastoral Studies at the College of the Resurrection, Mirfield, founding […] 20 - 22 Mar 2026 A Regenerative Life – Awakening to Goodness, Truth and Beauty
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Lent Quiet Morning: A deserted place Friday 20 March 2026 10:00 13:00 The House of Prayer (map) Led by Kerryn Penson Jesus sustained himself by withdrawing to deserted places to pray alone. This morning offers a quiet clearing to draw near God this Lent. We will ponder the sayings of the early Desert Mothers and Fathers whose […]
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Friday 20th March 10am – 12.30pm Praying with Mary & Martha of Bethany The retreats offer a time of quiet reflection for all who come and there is no requirement to share anything with the group about your time of reflection and contemplation. It is just a time for you to listen to addresses by […] |
15 events,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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Journey into Healing 21st March 2026 09:30 - 16:45 The Purpose – of the workshop is to be open to ourselves, to each other and to God for growth and healing. Who is it for? – it is suitable for all who are looking for growth and insight in their relationships or in their inner, emotional or […]
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Saturday 21st March 1pm – 3.30pm Praying with Mary & Martha of Bethany The retreats offer a time of quiet reflection for all who come and there is no requirement to share anything with the group about your time of reflection and contemplation. It is just a time for you to listen to addresses by […] |
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9 events,Renewed in Prayer – a retreat to renew and refresh your approaches to prayer Monday 23rd March, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - Thursday 26th March, 2026 @ 5:00 pm Living with Loss Abi May and the team invite those who have experienced bereavement to gain the tools to help cope with the life-changing loss of a loved one. Icon Painting 10:00am on Monday 23rd – 4:30pm on Friday 27th March. Whether you are an accomplished artist or you struggle to draw stick figures, learn about and paint an icon in an atmosphere of prayer. £740 ~ includes en-suite accommodation, meals and refreshments. Throughout the year, our Garden Working Parties bring together volunteers who share a heart for service, community, and caring for God’s creation. These special events are a wonderful opportunity to refresh the grounds of our Retreat Centre while building friendships and enjoying time together in a peaceful and welcoming setting. This year, volunteers will be […]
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Come and help out in the 5-acre garden or around the house!
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March 23, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Psalms of Faith, Hope and Healing Maybury Hill, Woking, GU22 8AB We will look at key examples that focus on mental health and wellbeing, emotional self-regulations and the journey of faith. The psalms have been a wellspring of spiritual creativity and renewal for those of all […]
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Vintage Afternoon Teas Monday 23rd, Tuesday 24th and Wednesday 25thMarch, 1pm Afternoon tea in the beautiful setting of Shepherds Dene is a real treat so why not come along yourself, or with family or friends, on one of the dates we have set aside in March. All of our products are made fresh on site. £25pp, […] |
9 events,Multi Day Silent Retreat 24th to 27th March 2026 10am on day of arrival to 4pm on day of departure Come for as few or as many days as you wish These retreats will introduce ways of stilling yourself and prayer material. There will be the opportunity to meet with a guide each day 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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Vintage Afternoon Teas Monday 23rd, Tuesday 24th and Wednesday 25thMarch, 1pm Afternoon tea in the beautiful setting of Shepherds Dene is a real treat so why not come along yourself, or with family or friends, on one of the dates we have set aside in March. All of our products are made fresh on site. £25pp, […]
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March 24, 2026 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Meditation for All Maybury Hill, Woking, GU22 8AB A monthly facilitated session of guided meditations, reflections, discussion and tips for practice. A monthly facilitated session of guided meditations, reflections, discussion and tips for practice. A meditation for everyday life, all are welcome, regardless of experience. Please […] |
11 events,Retreat: It is Well With My Soul Google Calendar ICS During this retreat, we will delve into the meaning of the word ‘soul’ in the Bible so that we can ‘awaken’ our souls to God, making use of creative and reflective techniques to understand what we’ve encountered.
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Are you frustrated that you can’t prioritise time for personal prayer and worship? Whilst perhaps at the same time feeling guilty about doing other things, such as arts and crafts? Let me show you how to harness the power of your creative playfulness to deepen your relationship with God.
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March Private Retreat Day 9:30 AM 4:00 PM Wydale Hall (map) Just a day to retreat with God, no programme. An opportunity to meet with a Chaplain. Cost: £22.00 including lunch and refreshments
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Wednesday 25th March 10am – 12.30pm Praying with the Desert Mothers & Fathers The retreats offer a time of quiet reflection for all who come and there is no requirement to share anything with the group about your time of reflection and contemplation. It is just a time for you to listen to addresses by […] |
12 events,Introduction to the Enneagram Thu 26 Mar — Sun 29 Mar 2026 Learn about your own and others' personality types and spiritual essence
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Connecting with God through Acrylics with Esther Day
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The Meaning of the Resurrection 9:30 AM 4:30 PM Wydale Hall (map) A study day to explore the scope of the Living Hope of the resurrection. Led by: Graham Cray Cost: £30.00 including lunch and refreshments |
8 events,Fri 27 - Sun 29 March Divorce Recovery Workshop Mandy Callf and Ian Baxter The Journey Into Oneness: Meditation and the Wisdom of the Cloud of Unknowing – A Weekend Silent Retreat Friday 27th March - Sunday 29th March 2026 The Journey into Oneness: Meditation & The Wisdom of The Cloud of Unknowing Fri 27 - Sun 29 Mar | from £350 | Launde Abbey, Leics Discover the ancient wisdom of The Cloud of Unknowing and the transforming path of Christian meditation on this contemplative weekend retreat in the beautiful surroundings of Launde Abbey.
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The Life Journey Map workshop A Quiet Day taking time to stop … look and listen. Can my life really be so full of treasures? |
9 events,But who do you say that I am?’ The question that Jesus asks his disciples echoes through to our lives. Who is Jesus for us? Who is Jesus for you? How do we answer his question, not least in Holy Week when we encounter Jesus in powerful and life-changing ways? As we enter Holy Week […] 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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The Call of Ecological Conversion Saturday 28 March 2026 10:00 16:00 The House of Prayer (map) Led by Sr MaryAnne Francalanza fcJ "Living our vocation to be protectors of God's handiwork is essential to a life of virtue" Pope Francis, Laudato Si', #217. Join us as we explore how to live a life that honours God's presence in […]
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Breathe with the Seasons: Holy Week Sat 28 Mar Foxhill House and Woodlands Journey with Jesus. An Encounter Day with Veronica Hydon. |
6 events,Holy Week and Easter with the Community of the Sisters of the Church Join us for all or part of the time. March 29 - April 6 |
9 events,Holy Week Retreat 2026 – “Watching from the Margins” March 30, 2026 April 3, 2026 From £380 Holy Week with the Launde Abbey Community Monday 30th March @ 10:00 am - Sunday 5th April @ 10:00 am Stay and pray as part of the Launde Abbey Community during Holy Week. March 30 @ 5:00 PM - April 3 @ 2:00 PM Holy Week Retreat St Mary's Monastery, Hatton Road, Kinnoull, PH2 7BP Join us for a deeply prayerful and reflective Holy Week Retreat at Kinnoull Monastery, beginning at 5pm on Monday, 30th March 2026 and concluding after lunch on Good Friday, 3rd April 2026. Set in the peaceful, contemplative environment of the monastery […]
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March 30 @ 9:00 am - April 1 @ 4:00 pm Holy Week Quiet Days and Retreat £45.00 – £130.00 March 30 @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm Holy Week Quiet Day – Monday 30th March 2026 £45.00
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Monday 30th March, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm March Quiet Day: Holy Week More information coming soon... £46 |
15 events,Holy Week: Individually Guided Retreat Tue, 31 Mar 202618:00 Thu, 2 Apr 202615:00 The House of Prayer (map) Led by the House of Prayer Team As we journey through Holy Week, this silent retreat offers a time of deeper listening to God who is present in our daily living and experiences. There will be times of community […] Holy Week Retreat Wydale Hall (map) A few days in Holy Week to prepare you heart and mind for Easter. Led by: Ruth Crompson Cost: £336.00 to include full board Join us as we celebrate Holy Week and Easter at Hilfield: Journey with the Community as we join Christ through His crucifixion, burial and on to the joy of his Resurrection. The suggested donation for the week is £320 to include all food and accommodation. Please contact Suzi to check availability and avoid disappointment before […] Easter Workparty the Sheldon team Work and worship for Holy Week and Easter Tue 31st to Tue 7th
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March 30 @ 9:00 am - April 1 @ 4:00 pm Holy Week Quiet Days and Retreat £45.00 – £130.00 April 1 @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm Holy Week Quiet Day – Wednesday 1st April 2026 £45.00
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SPACE and TIME for GOD A day of quiet reflection, worship and silence, within which we will seek to listen to God and answer his call.
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Tuesday 31st March Themed Day in Holy Week 10.00 am—4.00 pm Led by Rev Sarah Willams Please book via Eventbrite or the administrator |
14 events,April 1st, 2026 - 5th, 2026 Easter Triduum – Fr. Ashley Evans SJ Silent Retreat (Leaving after Breakfast)Easter, Retreat The solemnity of the Easter Triduum ceremonies allows vacillating disciples re-discover their focus in life. The quiet participation in the mystery of Christ’s passion and resurrection strengthens the unbreakable bond of love that links the disciple […]
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Forgiveness as freedom a very ‘gentle and kind’ sort of day!
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Let by Sister Pauline Myers SP. Cost £20. Please bring your own lunch; tea and coffee provided Book by emailing margaret.mattison@sellypark.org or phone 0121 415 6100
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Holy Week: Soul Filled Meanderings Wednesday 1st April @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Take a couple of hours this Holy Week, 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 […] |
15 events,April 2nd - 6th Holy Week and Easter Retreat with Revds Sue Hammersley and Sibylle Batten Death, Grief and Life Retreat 2nd April 2026 to 6th April 2026 A retreat with Nicky Temple Easter Celebrations 2nd April 2026 to 7th April 2026 Easter Celebrations at Othona April 2, 2026 @ 3:00 pm - April 5, 2026 @ 2:00 pm Easter Triduum Retreat 2026 The Franciscan Centre Ashstead Lane, Godalming, United Kingdom Come join us at the Franciscan Centre Ladywell for our Easter triduum: Holy Thursday Evening to East Sunday. Join our community as we celebrate the Easter Triduum, as we recall and journey with […] |
15 events,Easter Retreat: “From Shadow to Singing: Walking the Easter Way” April 3, 2026 April 6, 2026 From £285 |
14 events,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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Easter Fun Day 10:00 AM 3:00 PM Wydale Hall (map) A fun Easter day for everyone at Wydale! Led by: The Wydale Community Cost: No entrance fee - donation for refreshments if you feel able |
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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 and donations to enable our work. If you are not already a member, please do consider joining APR, or you can make a one-off donation by clicking the ‘Donate’ button at the bottom of the page.
Announcements
Cycling Fundraiser: In 2026, APR Administrator, Demelza Henderson, will be cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats in aid of the APR Bursary Fund. To find out more, or sponsor her, please click here.
APR Spring Newsletter: This has just been published – read all our latest news online here.
Searching for Retreats
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! Or search by name for the place you would like to visit…
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 all who live, work or seek refreshment at Ballyvaloo Retreat and Conference centre in Co. Wexford.
Are you looking for a new challenge?
There are vacancies for staff at the following APR Member Retreat Houses:
Office Manager at Abernethy Kilmalieu
Catering Lead at Othona Community (Essex)
Housekeeper at St Columba’s House, Woking
Residential Team member at Quiet Waters Retreat House
Housekeeper at the Sheldon Community
Office Administrator at the Sheldon Community
Warden at Edenham Regional House
Housekeeper at All Hallows Guesthouse, Norwich
Assistant manager at Hummingbird Retreat, Grenada
Pastoral Worker at the Bield at Blackruthven
Cafe and Dining Room Team members at Launde Abbey
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.