“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 “Know yourself” To know ourselves is a key to how we see the world and understand how we can relate to others. Based on ancient philosophic […]

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 […]

Quiet Day - Space to be - led by Ann Jepson   Time to reconnect with God. A day of stillness and reflection.

Come and breathe deep for a day! Drawing, writing, walking, praying, painting, reading, alpaca whispering, knitting, crafting, running, meditating, crafting, chilling... whatever you like to do, bring it! We frame our time with a simple scriptural reflection, and invite you to use the house and the grounds as you like. Bring your own lunch, all […]

Care for creation

On Autumn's Holy Ground A Seasonal Retreat Day (including labyrinth) with Brian Draper, at the Wigwam Retreat Centre - Bothy 5, Riddlesworth, Nr. Diss, Norfolk. Thursday 7th November 2024. Autumn is such a rich time of invitation and challenge! The colours and leaf-fall; the cold yet the cosiness; darker days lit with the crackle of fires; the fruitfulness […]

Let our Ordered Lives confess the Beauty of God's Peace: Holding Faith with the matter of the World with Very Revd. Dr. Frances Ward An exploration of the importance of order in our ordinary lives; and how the liturgy is Easter in Ordinary ... Frances Ward is currently the Rector of Workington in West Cumbria; […]

Led by Evelyn Bone,  £24 for the day including lunch and refreshments. Call the office on 01785 760233 to book.

A monthly 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. No need to book. 10am – 4pm, Eucharist at 12 noon.

What is Vocation? A day to help you discover more about what God is calling you to right now or next. Nick and Julia are specialists in their roles helping people hear God for clergy or lay (non-clergy) roles. This is for everyone though - you don’t have to be just starting out! Led by: […]

The Psalms as Christian Prayer A day to help us consider how to use the Psalms to bring the whole of our lives before God. Graham is a retired Bishop, expert theologian and Chair of the Wydale Oversight and Support Group. Led by: Bishop Graham Cray

A QUIET DAY WITH ROGER PREECE: FINDING SOULFULNESS IN A DIGITAL WORLD Finding soulfulness in a digital world The power of technology has revolutionised the way we work and connect with the world. How do we appreciated all the positive aspects of the digital world, whilst protecting ourselves from what causes harm to our souls? […]

'St Hild of Whitby' ~ Tuesday 19th November 10am-4pm A Guided Quiet Day inspired by the life of Celtic Saint Hild. Tea, coffee and cake provided. Please bring your own Lunch.

Reflection Series A series of days to explore the journey within – all welcome, those of any faith or none. Join us for one, some or all. The days will start with morning worship and end with a simple Agape service (sharing of bread), which reflects our ecumenical approach. Enjoy music, quiet time and space […]

Another day of teaching, worship and ministry. Thom Holmes is Head of Worship and Creativity at the Belfrey in York, and a great Bible teacher. Led by: Thom Holmes

THE RAISING OF LAZARUS (John 11:1-44)| Journeying with John’s Gospel to the tomb and resurrection.  

Part of a series of days to explore the journey within – all welcome, those of any faith or none. Join us for one, some or all. The days will start with morning worship and end with a simple Agape service (sharing of bread), which reflects our ecumenical approach.  Enjoy music, quiet time, and space […]

Morning Prayer at 9.30 am, Holy Communion at 12.30 pm

4 individual seasonal days throughout 2024, discovering how to encounter and engage with the Divine in and through the natural world. Taking examples and teachings from scripture and from Christians throughout the ages, as well as the four seasons as they change around us in the same place. Led by Brother Cassian (David Cole)

A RETREAT ON JOHN OF THE CROSS’ THE SPIRITUAL CANTICLE  Cost £30 (Includes refreshments and lunch) In the darkness of a prison cell, from the Carmelite John of the Cross, prayer-maker and visionary, emerged one of the most compelling poems ever written, The Spiritual Canticle. This retreat day which will go on to explore The […]

This day will focus on a series of communal guided meditations in chapel on the theme of waiting, together with a session for individual reflection. Led by Helen Stanton, Warden of Holland House, a theologian and spiritual director. The day will begin at 10am and will include a 2 course lunch and concludes with tea […]

An Advent Quiet Day Exploring the mystery of the humanness of God, through a thoughtful blend of guided reflections, worship, space and creativity we will seek to draw near to God, together. An advent quiet day open to all. Led by: Steph Nadarajah

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.

John the Baptist - Harbinger of Hope

Advent Quiet Day Arrival is from 9:30am for a 10:00am start. Lunch is included, along with tea/coffee throughout. The day will end around 4:00pm.      To book your place or request further details, please email: office@srpf.org.uk or call the office on 01494 881037

Quiet Day - Paper Angels - led by Hilary Murphy At this quiet day, we will be looking at the angels who ministered to Jesus and his family, making paper angels by folding old books.