New Year in Community Mon 29 Dec — Fri 2 Jan 2026 An all-age houseparty with special ways to welcome a new year
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New Year Celebration Tue 30 Dec — Fri 2 Jan 2026 Bring in the New Year at the Othona Community Tue 30 December - Fri 2 January New Year Getaway Join the team at Penhurst to reflect on the past year and welcome in the new. This retreat will be largely unstructured but there will be prayer times with spiritual input each day, fellowship, fun, delicious home cooked food and the chance to celebrate […] |
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Taster Day - Pathways to Prayer - Year of Contemplation 2026 Pathways to Prayer starts our Year of Contemplation 2026 with a carousel of workshops which focus on seeking God through different ways of praying, rising from our rich Christian tradition.
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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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New Year's Retreat Led by Revds Sue Hammersley and Sibylle Batten and the Holy Rood Team View leaflet |
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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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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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Join our 3-day holistic writing retreat at the Abbey from Friday 9th January to Sunday 11th January 2026. Are you a busy academic who needs to get away from your desk and out of the home, to somewhere more inspiring so you can focus on your writing? Booking by 12th December is essential January offers more than a new calendar—it offers a threshold. A quiet place to pause, reflect, and to ask honest questions about the life we are living. This retreat is not about resolutions, but reorientation. It’s an invitation to begin the year with intention, guided by the Psalms—the very […] |
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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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Day Retreat for the new year: Well in Body, Mind and Spirit 9:30 AM 4:00 PM Wydale Hall (map) A day to reflect on how to link our faith with our own well-being Led by Helen Lawrence Cost £30.00 including lunch and refreshments |
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A Week to Simply Be Mon 12 Jan — Fri 16 Jan 2026 Time to spend on your own or with friends relaxing in the surroundings of Othona!
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Open Reflective Day ~ 12th January 12th January 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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Monday 12th January, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm January Quiet Day – ‘Beginning a New Year: Working with the Grain’ Woodworkers often speak of ‘working with the grain’ as they fashion wood into beautiful and useful items. On this quiet day, there will be the opportunity to explore what this might mean for yourself and […]
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Encounter Meditation: 12th January 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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13 January – ‘Through the Door of Hope' led by Chris Chapman Day runs from 10.45am to 3 pm Email janefranklinretreats@gmail.com for a Zoom link to this event. |
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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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Come away for the day to reflect with gratitude on the past year, exploring new art journaling techniques working with images, texture, colour, and layering. Spend time seeking God for a “word of the year” to anchor you in his will for 2023. |
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Living Presence: A Centering Prayer Weekend Fri, 16 Jan 202619:00 Sun, 18 Jan 202615:00 The House of Prayer (map) Led by Jill Benet This weekend retreat offers a gentle yet spacious rhythm of silence, reflection, and rest. Rooted in the Christian contemplative tradition, it centres on the practice of Centering Prayer — a silent, receptive prayer that […] Finding God, Finding You: Silent prayer through Christian meditation Fri 16 Jan — Sun 18 Jan 2026 A weekend of silent meditation open to those new and experienced to meditation hosted by Kate Middleton
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January Private Retreat Day 9:30 AM 4:00 PM Wydale Hall (map) No particular agenda or programme. Just come for the day and spend it with God. New for 2026 includes an opportunity to meet with a Chaplain. Cost: £22.00 including lunch and refreshments |
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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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Sun 18 - Fri 23 January 5 Night Silent IGR Roger Hagon with Dawn Pointing |
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The Space: A Creative Retreat Join Epiphany’s skilled team for a gently guided retreat at Launde Abbey, featuring relaxing improvised music, daily reflections, and creative opportunities. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings, take part in art workshops with Rhona Knight, experience a unique Sound Portrait, and connect through conversation. Guests are encouraged to bring musical instruments or […] Winter Individual Guided Retreat Wydale Hall (map) An opportunity to spend a few days, mainly in silence, on retreat, with a daily meeting with a Spiritual Director. Led by: A team of Spiritual Directors Cost: £416.00 full board
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Come and help out in the 5-acre garden or around the house!
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Deeper Healing Day 10.00 am—4.00 pm Led by a chaplain
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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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January 20, 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 […] |
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Roll Up Your Sleeves - fruit & veg garden special Wed 21 Jan — Sun 25 Jan 2026 Outdoor action refurbishing our fruit and veg garden
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Soul Seasons- Winter Quiet Day God’s creative provision of seasons in nature teaches us healthy rhythms of rest and productivity. Our Winter Quiet Day focuses on the spiritual discipline of rest and waiting, seeking meaning in liminal times and embracing stillness. Here we make space to hear the gentle counsel of the Spirit as we […]
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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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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 […] |
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The Sacred Whole: Contemplating Nature in the Desert Wisdom Tradition Friday 23rd January at 4pm to Sunday 25th January 2026 at 3pm Led by: Chris Whittington, with guest speaker Professor Pauline Rudd £480, including room, all tutoring and materials, Dinner and refreshments on day one, breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshments on day two and breakfast, […] The Tears of things: Prophetic Wisdom. A retreat inspired by Richard Rohr 23rd to 26th January 2026 For over ten years Revd Ian Spencer and Urs Mattmann have offered popular four day retreats based on the teachings of Fr Richard Rohr OFM January 23rd to 25th Music and Mindfulness Led by Revd Mike Leigh and Shaun Lambert |
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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 Morning: Standing at the gate Saturday 24 January 2026 10:00 13:00 The House of Prayer (map) Led by Kerryn Penson And I said to the man who stood at the gate of the year: “Give me a light that I may tread safely into the unknown.” “God knows” by Minnie Louise Haskins Join us for a […]
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Sat 24 Jan from 10 - 1 | £20 | Online Join this online workshop to explore early Christian understandings of salvation as healing and rescue, through talks, conversation, and silent meditation. Talks will be recorded and shared with participants afterwards. A small group discussion evening will also be available by way of follow-up. |
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Monday 26th January, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - Friday 30th January, 2026 @ 5:00 pm Textiles Retreat: God Is Revealed – Through Strangers, Signs, and Sacraments Join us at Launde Abbey for a creative and reflective retreat exploring the theme of God revealed – through strangers, signs, and sacraments. Together we’ll reflect on the season of Epiphany, […] The Church has long recognised the universal relevance of the teaching of the great Carmelite saints St Teresa of Avila and St John of the Cross by granting both the status of ‘Doctors’ of the Church. And yet their reputation as “mystics” has often led us to assume a great gulf between their experience of […]
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Breathe with the Seasons: Candlemas Mon 26 Jan Foxhill House and Woodlands Prayer answered and courage to keep going. An Encounter Day with Anna Leyden |
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A Dwelling Place Tuesday 27th - Thursday 29th January - arrivals welcome from 10am. A self led residential retreat with Worship led by the Foxhill Team. £230 ~ includes en-suite accommodation, refreshments and meals. January 27th, 2026 - 29th, 2026 Spiritual Rest – An introduction to the experience of Ballyvaloo. Mid-Week Package (Two Nights) Reset for 2026 - Intentional living. (6 hours CPD for attendance at retreat sessions)Short Retreat Accepting the things that are in your control and identifying the things that aren’t. An opportunity to rest, reflect and […]
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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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January 28, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Heart Music Maybury Hill, Woking, GU22 8AB Heart Music is a group of acoustic musicians and singers from all Christian denominations who gather at St Columba’s House. If you love to sing, come and join Heart Music at St Columba’s House Heart Music is a group […]
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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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(IN SITU) THE BOOK OF RUTH RETREAT Thursday, January 29, 2026, 10am to 4pm at Monastery of Our Lady of Hyning (map) THE BOOK OF RUTH RETREAT Explore the themes of the book of Ruth with Donna Worthington. Based on an incredibly strong woman, The book of Ruth is a treasure chest of gifts. We will dive into the […] |
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Resting in God: New Year weekend meditation retreat Fri 30 Jan - Sun 1 Feb, Ripon College, Oxfordshire A New Year weekend meditation retreat exploring the simplicity of prayer as resting in God. Through silence, stillness, and gentle teaching from Julian of Norwich and Martin Laird, discover the peace of letting go and being held […] January 30th, 2026 - February 1st, 2026 Saint Brigid’s Wisdom, Our Becoming: A Journey of Soul and Earth – Brenda Kindregan Short Retreat “We are not just in transition; we are the transition.” — Joanna Macy At the edge where land meets sea, we are invited to listen more deeply—to the rhythms of the Earth, the […] |
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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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Making choices with St Ignatius Saturday 31 January 2026 10:00 16:00 The House of Prayer (map) Led by Benjamin Kerridge Ignatius offers some wisdom to help us make choices, both the big decisions about what kind of life we lead, and the smaller ones of how we live out our day. The day will offer some input […]
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A Year with Christian Mystics - Teresa of Avila 31st January Saturday 10am - 4pm |
