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3 events,Jesus told his followers to ‘look at the birds of the air’ and at Kilmalieu we are 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, enjoy and learn […]
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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 |
6 events,Renewing Ourselves in Sound and Silence led by Meri Goad 28th April - 1st May This Is an opportunity to enhance our connection with nature, with each other and with the core of one’s being. Who is it for? This fun singing workshop is for anyone who loves to sing, even if they feel unsure […] Renewing Ourselves in Sound and Silence 28th April - 1st May 2026 Booking by 7th April is Essential 10:00 on Tuesday - 16:00 on Friday This Is an opportunity to enhance our connection with nature, with each other and with the core of one’s being. Who is it for? This fun singing workshop is for […] 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. |
8 events,Embodying the Divine Wed 29 Apr — Sun 3 May 2026 Mindfulness, incarnation and being peace in the world
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Wednesday 29th April 10am – 12.30pm A Morning Retreat – The Road to Emmaus 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 […]
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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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Soul Filled Meanderings Thursday 30th April @ 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 […] |
6 events,Longing for God: Individually Guided Retreat Fri, 1 May 202619:00 Sun, 3 May 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 […] First Time Retreat A weekend of reflection and silence suitable for those who have not been on retreat before. Suggested donation £140. Led by Sister Catherine CSC May 1 - 3 |
6 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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5 events,Tuesday 5th May, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - Friday 8th May, 2026 @ 4:00 pm Women in the Bible Bishop Graham Kings will guide us in an interactive, prayerful exploration of seven beautiful paintings of biblical women by Bulgarian icon writer Silvia Dimitrova. Through his poetry, biblical commentary, and music composed by Tristan Latchford, we’ll reflect on […] Walking Week: Pilgrim Paths Tue 5 May — Mon 11 May 2026 Led group walks in the stunning spring countryside Spring Watch 5th May 2026 to 8th May 2026 A chance to enjoy the wildlife of the Essex coast
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Held in God's Gaze: Jean-Pierre de Caussade and the 'Sacrament of the Present Moment' 09:30 15:00 Held in God's Gaze: Jean-Pierre de Caussade: the 'Sacrament of the Present Moment'; God here and now amid things as they are
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(ONLINE) BE STILL & KNOW THAT I AM GOD | Sometimes we are invited to move into this quiet prayer and just ‘be’. Holding this peaceful retreat, will be space to simply rest in God. Alongside this, respecting the Christian call for radical self-awareness, we will focus on ‘Give careful thought to all your ways’ (Haggai […] |
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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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Wednesday 6th May 10am – 12.30pm A Morning Retreat – A Healing Encounter – Jesus at the pool of Bethesda 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 […]
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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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A Day at Taize 9:30 AM 4:00 PM Wydale Hall (map) A quiet day to learn more about and enjoy the Taize style of worship Led by: Anna Walker Cost: £30.00 including lunch and refreshments
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7th May 2026: Quiet Garden Day Thursday 7th May 2026 The overall theme for this year is ’The Healing Garden’ 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 […] |
7 events,Knit or Crochet a QW Garden Kim Hutchinson 4pm on 8th to 3pm on 10th £270 (full board)£65 day rate(includes two-course lunch + refreshments) In main house All materials provided There can be little doubt that Julian of Norwich continues to have a lasting and profound influence on many who are seeking to live faithful Christian lives. In this retreat we will consider some of the reasons for this, and explore her theological and spiritual insight. Julian witnesses to a God whose love is unconditional, […] Trees and Leaves Watercolour Retreat Fri 8th May - Sat 9th May - arrivals welcome from 4pm An overnight (24 hour) retreat led by the Revd. Jane and Trevor Mottram. £180 ~ includes en-suite accommodation, refreshments and meals. Friday 8th – Sunday 10th May Silent Conducted Retreat Mapping the Unmappable: Praying with the Carmelite Saints With Fr Charlie, CR A two night silent Retreat where the often difficult and bewildering terrain of prayer is explored. £255 per person – two nights, full board, ensuite room. Click here for more information. |
10 events,Sat 9 - Fri 15 May 6 Night Silent Individually Guided Retreat Maureen Stringer and Chris Doust 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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6 events,May 10, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - May 15, 2026 @ 11:00 am Icon Painting Workshop 2026 The Franciscan Centre Ashstead Lane, Godalming, United Kingdom 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 […] |
9 events,What makes a mountain walk, coastal ramble or woodland wander into a ‘pilgrimage’? The answer has to do with our intention. During this week we will seek to be conscious of the Creator’s presence and activity as we undertake our physical journeys. You will be offered ways of praying, reflecting and engaging with nature that […] May 11 @ 5:00 PM - June 25 @ 10:00 AM Spring/Summer Sabbatical St Mary's Monastery Hatton Road, Perth, United Kingdom Seven-Week Residential Programme at Kinnoull Monastery May 11 @ 5:00 PM – June 25 @ 10:00 AM This seven-week fully residential programme offers a profound opportunity for prayer, study, reflection, and personal renewal within the peaceful and contemplative setting of […]
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Open Reflective Day ~ 11th May 11th May 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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Encounter Meditation: 11th May 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 […] |
7 events,The Wisdom Years - The spirituality of aging led by Margaret Silf 12th-15th May 2026 Booking by 21st April is essential 10:00 on Tuesday-16:00 on Friday This retreat is a space to reflect on the blessings and challenges of later life...
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12 May – ‘The #1 Addiction of the 21st Century!' led by Doug Hiza 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 […] |
8 events,Well-being Weekend Creative Mindfulness Nature 14th May 2026 to 17th May 2026 Relax, connect, catch your breath
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Join Penny Johnson (MBACP) and Br John for a time of listening to the self, through creative writing within a safe and confidential environment. Experience in writing not necessary, neither is there any need to share your words although you may find it helpful to do so. Refreshments and a simple lunch of soup and […] |
10 events,The Flame of Sacred Love: Exploring the gift of the Holy Spirit Fri, 15 May 202619:00 Sun, 17 May 202615:00 The House of Prayer (map) Led by Alison MacTier The Holy Spirit is an inspiring gift to us and is central to our Christian faith – but it is also something of a mystery that can seem […] May 15th, 2026 - 18th, 2026 Plants and Trees for healing and wellbeing. Getting the most from our plants and trees. A time to rest with nature. – Rachel Doyle & Michael Dillon Workshop In this time of eco- awareness and challenges to our environment at so many levels, we take a moment in time […] ‘All Shall Be Well’: A Retreat with Julian of Norwich Fri 15 - Sun 17 May, Cliff College, Derbyshire A weekend retreat exploring Julian of Norwich’s Revelations of Divine Love with reflections, conversation and meditation (silent prayer). Immerse yourself in Julian’s bold vision of love and unity. |
10 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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Deeper Healing Day 10.00 am—4.00 pm Led by a chaplain
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9 events,May 18th, 2026 - 21st, 2026 Calming the mind, opening the heart. – Martina Lehane Sheehan Join us on this very special retreat, where we will journey into healing and stillness. Drawing from the insights and breakthroughs in psychology, neuroscience and contemplative spirituality, we will find creative and powerful ways to move from stress to serenity […]
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Come and help out in the 5-acre garden or around the house!
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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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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 |
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Breathe with the Seasons: Pentecost Tue 19 May Foxhill House and Woodlands Connected with Christ through the life-giving Spirit. An Encounter Day - Leader to be confirmed.
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Join us as we step off the treadmill and make our own wellbeing the focus. Take a walk around the gardens, woodland and waters of Rydal Hall, try out some simple relaxation and self-awareness practices, enjoy good food and the company of others who understand the kind of pressures you face. Return from your time […] |
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Quiet Day - Breath of Contemplation - Year of Contemplation 2026 10:00 16:00 Google Calendar ICS An introduction to contemplative practice focusing on the breath, grounded in the knowledge of being loved by God.
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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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Thursday 21st May 10am – 12.30pm A Morning Retreat – A Healing Encounter- Jesus heals the woman with the haemorrhage 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 […]
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May 21, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Come & Rest in the Theology of Dietrich Bonhoeffer Maybury Hill, Woking, GU22 8AB A meaningful introduction to the life and theology of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, highlighting elements from his spirituality. Lunch included. Come & Rest in the Theology of Dietrich Bonhoeffer Led by broadcaster and author Revd […] |
4 events,‘Jesus Himself would often slip away to the wilderness and pray’ (Luke 5:16). This is an opportunity to do just that. An individually guided retreat at Kilmalieu involves stepping away from the noise of a busy world to focus on our relationship with God. Participants are invited to join in the daily rhythm of prayer […]
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Soul Filled Meanderings Friday 22nd May @ 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 […] |
3 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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9 events,Monday 25th May, 2026 @ 9:30 am - Friday 29th May, 2026 @ 4:30 pm Icon Painting Retreat Join experienced Iconographer, Peter Murphy for a week learning the medieval gilding and painting techniques to create stunning icon paintings. Monday 25th May, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - Thursday 28th May, 2026 @ 5:00 pm Labyrinth Retreat Discover the fascinating history of labyrinths as sacred spaces, their shapes, symbolism, and spirituality. Learn how to create and use temporary pop-up labyrinths, make and draw finger labyrinths, and explore their mental and physical health benefits. A retreat led by […] Mon 25 - Fri 29 May How Do I Interpret the Bible? Michael Eijgenraam 25-29 May 2026Jesus Prayer RetreatNon-ResidentialLed by Fr Bruce-Julian Batstone This retreat is an opportunity to learn about the practice of the Jesus Prayer, and the theology behind it. Includes daily teaching, and times praying the Jesus Prayer together. For beginners and experienced practitioners alike. May Half Term 25th May 2026 to 29th May 2026 Families Activity Week
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Monday 25th May, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm May Quiet Day More information coming soon... £46 |
10 events,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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May Private Retreat Day 9:30 AM 4:00 PM Wydale Hall (map) An opportunity for a quiet day at Wydale. No programme, just you and God. Cost: £22.00 including lunch and refreshments |
11 events,Stone Carving Retreat: Stone Carving for Beginners May 27th to the 29th 2026 Cost: £450, including room, all tutoring and materials, lunch, dinner and refreshments on day one, breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshments on day two and breakfast, lunch and refreshments on day three. Leader: Graeme Mitcheson This is a high quality workshop where participants will […] Othona Circle of Meeples - Board Games Getaway Wed 27 May — Sun 31 May 2026 A 4 night holiday packed with tabletop games and shared experiences
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A Winding Journey 10:00 16:00 The Diocesan House Of Retreat (map) A Quiet Day exploring the spiritual practice of the Labyrinth.
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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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The Gift & Craft of Discernment 9:30 AM 4:30 PM Wydale Hall (map) A study day to help us understand and develop spiritual discernment. Led by: Graham Cray Cost: £30 including lunch and refreshments
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On the fourth Thursday of each month
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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 […] |
10 events,Sing to the Lord Friday 29th – Sunday 31st May - arrivals welcome from 3:30pm. A joyful and praise filled weekend of songs that are easy to learn and full of harmony. Retreat led by the Reverend Mike Leigh. £295 ~ includes en-suite accommodation, refreshments and meals. LOOK AT THE BIRDS on Holy Island Date: Fri, 29th May 2026 16:00 This special retreat on Holy Island is timed for spring migration and breeding birds. The all-inclusive price is 535 pounds per person for 3 nights full board, accommodation and retreat fees at Marygate House Retreat Centre on the island. People willing to share […] |
10 events,May 30th, 2026 - June 5th, 2026 HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS – Fr. John Finn MSC Silent Retreat Jesus invites us to make our home in Him. This invitation calls us to a place of rest and safety, a place where we are accepted and nourished. As we reflect on this invitation we […] 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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When the Saints go Marching in Saturday 30 May 2026 10:00 16:00 The House of Prayer (map) Led by Anne Booth When the Saints go marching in, do we really want to be in their number? In the Christian tradition we have the Saints, whose stories and images are so familiar that they can feel like our […]
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Junior Garr and The Spirituals: Gospel music and Prayer 30th May 2026, 10:15 - 16:00 Following the wonderful day last year we are thrilled to host another of these powerful days led by Junior as he helps us explore how the rich spiritual anthems can enliven our call to Christian Prayer today. It is a […] |