Quiet Day

TIME FOR A CHANGE: HOLDING FIRM TUESDAY 1ST SEPTEMBER 9.30AM-4.30PM REFRESHMENTS & 2-COURSE LUNCH INCLUDED 1 DAY – £35 PP 2 DAY – £65 PP 3 DAY – £90 PP RESIDENTIAL OPTION AVAILABLE FROM £100 (FULL BOARD)  

Silent Retreat Day 1st September 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.

TIME FOR A CHANGE: WAITING WELL WEDNESDAY 2ND SEPTEMBER 9.30AM-4.30PM REFRESHMENTS & 2-COURSE LUNCH INCLUDED 1 DAY – £35 PP 2 DAY – £65 PP 3 DAY – £90 PP RESIDENTIAL OPTION AVAILABLE FROM £100 (FULL BOARD Waiting can often feel frustrating, uncertain or even unproductive; yet Scripture repeatedly reminds us that God is often at […]

Paula Gooder : Study and Reflection day 'The Kingdom of Heaven is like ..? 2nd September 2026, 10:15 - 16:00 The Kingdom of Heaven is like…? Reading the Parables with fresh eyes. The parables are, arguably, the most characteristic of Jesus’ teaching. During this day we will spend time with some well loved (and some […]

2nd Sep 2026: Spiritual Direction; Encouraging your Directees to create with Art Materials, led by Jenna Burne Wednesday 2nd September 2026 Continuing Professional Development for Spiritual Directors, sponsored by companions on the Way and the Worcester Diocese Spiritual Direction Network. If you are a Director / Accompanist, you are very welcome. Arrive from 10am the […]

Change can sometimes feel exciting, unsettling or difficult to embrace, especially when we sense God inviting us into something new. Getting Onboard is a reflective retreat day exploring how we recognise, respond to and journey with God through seasons of new beginnings and fresh direction. Beginning at Shallowford House, the day will take the form of a guided reflective walk starting […]

Quiet Day - Creative Meditation with Hildegard and Clay 10:00  16:00 Whalley Abbey (map) Google Calendar  ICS This creative quiet day looks into the life and work of Hildegard of Bingen, a medieval mystic, followed by an opportunity to participate in a group ceramic project.

Nature teaches us that life unfolds in seasons – times of growth, change, renewal and transformation. In much the same way, our own lives continue to shape and reshape the gifts we carry. This reflective retreat day invites participants to explore how life’s experiences can deepen, refine and reveal the gifts within us. Suitable for those at […]

Friday 4th September Clergy Oasis Day 10.00 am—4.00 pm For clergy holding a licence.

Relaxation Day with Massage 9:30 AM  5:00 PM Wydale Hall (map) A day for sleep, being kind to yourself and with opportunity for a physical therapy session with a trained Christian practitioner. Led by: Mary-Sarah Eldridge Cost: £50.00 to include lunch, refreshments and a professional treatment

Andy Rider: leads a discernment day - discovering Gods purpose for me 5th September 2026, 10:15 - 16:00 A Discernment Day Discovering God’s purpose for me, and my next step. In 2018 the Church of England published Life is for giving written by Andy, outlining a discernment model that 100’s of Anglican interns, discerners and […]

Mon 7 Sep Day of Prayer for Mission   Chris Doust and Judy Acheson    

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

September 7 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Open Quiet Day - The Spirituality of Celtic Crosses The Spirituality of Celtic Crosses, reflecting on beauty and truth in these ancient treasures, led by Revd Tom Lusty. Our Open Quiet Days are gentle days of prayer and reflection.

A Day to Explore Peace and Creation 8th Sept 10am - 4pm Step into a day of gentle reflection, prayer, and connection with God through nature, movement, and creative expression. This retreat at the Bield invites participants to slow down, notice creation, and explore personal renewal through quiet walks, swimming, art, and meditation. Guided by […]

Holding Memories in Light & Colour – A Creative Day of Reflection and Remembrance 9th Sept 9AM - 5.30PM Spend a creative day in remembrance of loved ones who have passed, through exploration of light, colour, and creativity. Using simple materials including inks, acrylics, watercolour, and collage, participants may create small artworks inspired by cherished […]

Wednesday 9th September Themed Day 10.00 am—4.00 pm New Beginnings Led by Aileen White Please book via Eventbrite or the administrator

10th Sep 2026: Quiet Garden Day – ‘The Healing Water of the Garden’ Thursday 10th September 2026 The overall theme for this year is ’The Healing Garden’ 'The Healing water of the Garden' led by Julie Fay Come and spend the day enjoying the peace and tranquillity of the Holland House gardens.   The day […]

Friday 11th September Anna Chaplaincy Day 10.00 am—4.00 pm A day for Anna Chaplains.

Saturday 12th September – 1pm – 3.30pm Gifting Using the story in the Old Testament of Joseph, we will look at the theme of gifting, exploring how we know our own gifts from God and how we understand our gifting.

Open Reflective Day ~ 14th September 8th June 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 […]

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 […]

Praying with the Psalms   A Quiet Day

Following Hildegard - a reflective teaching day On the feast day of Hildegard of Bingen, come and spend a day immersed in her naturalism, spirituality, art, and music and discover more of your inner self.  Thu 17th Sept | 10am-4pm

Shallowford House in partnership with Candied Appeal: In the season of creation tide this retreat day is offered to those who look to the Christian faith for a response to the challenges of the environment. The climate crisis can be overwhelming and scary, but throughout the day we will explore some of the resources from our tradition which help […]

Ordinary Saints: Hildegard of Bingen Fri 18 Sept Foxhill House and Woodlands An Encounter Day with Lucy Brewster

Autumn Gardening Day 9:30 AM  4:00 PM Wydale Hall (map) Please help the community put the Wydale grounds to bed for the Winter! Led by: The Wydale Community Free of charge. Lunch and refreshments included

Advanced Enneagram 19th September 2026 10:00-16:00 The Purpose of the workshop is to work within the context of personal growth. Having done the initial Enneagram groundwork and gone deeper, in this next workshop we seek to explore spiritual growth via upstream and downstream exercises. We then will be studying the concept of the Soul Child […]

Taster Day: Pathways to Prayer 10:00  16:00 Whalley Abbey (map) Google Calendar  ICS Pathways to Prayer (September) is part of our Year of Contemplation 2026, and features a carousel of workshops (Christian Meditation, Lectio Divina, Journalling and Praying with Icons) focused on seeking God through different ways of praying, rising from our rich Christian tradition.

21st Sep 2026: Introduction to Art Journaling with Jenna Burne (Beginners) 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 […]

September Quiet Day: ‘Listening with the heart: some insights from the way of St Benedict’ Monday 21st September @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Explore the timeless wisdom of St Benedict in this Quiet Day led by Revd Catherine Wright. Through guided reflections, you’ll consider themes of community, balance, work and prayer, with plenty of space for […]

Exploring the Cross Quiet Day 10:00  16:00 Google Calendar  ICS A relaxed blend of Bible reflections and Personal Space with low key art activities.

September Private Retreat Day 9:30 AM  4:00 PM Wydale Hall (map) A day for you to spend time with God, away from the hustle and bustle of life. An opportunity to meet with a Chaplain, and to share Holy Communion. Cost: £22.00 including lunch and refreshments

Deeper Healing Day 10.00 am—4.00 pm Led by a chaplain

Praying with all of ourselves Saturday 26 September 2026 10:00  16:00 The House of Prayer (map) Led by: Karen Wellman When we pray we instinctively use our bodies because as children we were taught to put our hands together and shut our eyes. What if we could develop that early learning, not just for those times when […]

Saturday 26th September, 9.30am-5pm Conducted Quiet Day Beholding Intimately: From a scientist’s perspective! With Dr Maria Dent Creation is intricate and extravagant! Creation is intimate and expansive! Creation is playful! £55 per person – lunch and refreshments included. Click here for more information.

Mon 28 Sep Quiet Garden Day   Jay Ashworth    

28th Sep 2026: Create Art Ministry; Creative Connections Building Faith ‘Walking in Faith’ Theme: ‘Walking in Faith’. Proverbs 3:5-6 & Psalm 25:4-5 Monday 28th September 2026 When we enter the creative process, we enter a place of connection with God who made all things. We learn to be still, ask questions and listen for God's […]

September 29, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Beyond the Face: Seeing and Being Seen in Portraits Maybury Hill, Woking, GU22 8AB “Beyond the Face” explores how, with the right intent, portraits can become a window into the subject’s soul. Stephen shares a simple approach to help us connect with others and see ourselves […]

October 1 @ 10:30 am - 3:30 pm Friends Eucharist, lunch and tour of the Gardens Friends of Parcevall Hall - There are special events planned in each season of the year to provide regular opportunities for friendship, fun and worship. These events are subsided by £27.00

Saturday 3rd October Themed Day 10.00 am—4.00 pm A Floral Harvest (£40 including materials) Led by Nessie Fairbrass and Hilary Hills Please book via Eventbrite or the administrator

Journey into Healing 3rd October 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 […]