Early Holy Week at Sheldon Retreat Centre
An early Holy Week John Pritchard Advance preparation for the journey to come
You can find APR Member Retreat Houses all across the UK. From non-residential quiet places for individual day retreats, to large retreat houses and religious communities with programmes of led retreats, we have something for everyone – and if you are unable to travel, why not join a retreat or quiet day (online or locally in-person) with one of our Member Retreat Leaders, or invite them to lead a bespoke retreat where you are?
Epiphany House, Truro, Cornwall
Hilfield Friary, Dorset
Open Pathway Centre, Nr Yeovil, Somerset
Othona Community, Bridport, West Dorset
Sheldon Retreat, Devon
Sunshine Cottage, Brixham, Devon
The Haven, Nr Penzance, Cornwall
The Quiet Space, Penzance, Cornwall
The Tractor Shed, Devon
Tinhay Retreats, Devon
Treargel Retreats, Nr Plymouth, Cornwall
The Abbey, Sutton Courtenay, Oxford
Community of St Mary the Virgin, Wantage
Fintry, Nr Godalming
Franciscan Centre Ladywell, Surrey
Monastery of the Holy Trinity, Surrey
Penhurst Retreat Centre, E Sussex
St Columba’s House, Woking
St Katharine’s Parmoor, Nr Henley, Oxon
St Michael’s Convent, Gerrards Cross, Bucks
The Living Well, Nonington, Kent
Wychcroft Retreat Centre, Surrey
The House of Bethany, Portsmouth
Sarum College, Salisbury, Wiltshire
Community of the Word of God, E9
Royal Foundation of St Katharine, E14
St Saviour’s Priory, E2
All Hallows Guesthouse, Norwich
Chelmsford Diocesan House of Retreat, Pleshey
Guided Retreats, North Norfolk
Othona Community, Bradwell
Wigwam Retreats, Norfolk
An early Holy Week John Pritchard Advance preparation for the journey to come
31st March, 7th April, 14th April - Lent quiet days The full cost of the day is payable upon booking and the cost per person is £32 this includes refreshments throughout the day and light lunch.
Spring Renewal Day An opportunity to come together for worship, teaching and prayer. Led by: Ruth Crompton. Ruth is a retired Methodist Minister, a spiritual director and a regular leader of Wydale events. Cost: No charge - donations for lunch are welcome but not required
2nd Apr: A Quiet Day with St Scholastica led by Revd Sister Alison Fry OSB A Quiet Day with St Scholastica As the sister of the more famous St Benedict of Nursia, St Scholastica inevitably got the job of being the founder of, and patron to, Benedictine nuns. However, the single recorded story about her […]
Spiritual Experiences A Quiet Day to consider spiritual experiences
Lenten Meanderings As Lent invites us into a time of reflection, take a couple of hours to step outside, put on your coat and boots, and meander through God’s creation. This is an opportunity to pause, notice, and listen—to slow down and be present. Using all your senses, take time to reflect on God’s presence […]
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 […]
Windows onto the Passion: The Passion and the Bible course This series of three online evening courses will offer some different windows—lenses—onto the Passion. While the story of Jesus’s last week from his entry into Jerusalem through to his crucifixion on Good Friday is familiar to Christians, this series will offer new angles and creative […]
Retiring Well Leader: Helen Calder A return of this popular retreat, aimed at those who have retired in the past year or are planning to do so in the next couple of years. Retirement is a time of significant change and this retreat helps work through key issues such as leaving work well, exploring your calling […]
Mary Monfries and Chris Blakeley: Crossroads Retreat 3rd April 2025 - 4th April 2025 “Stand at the crossroads and look. Look for the ancient paths. Ask where the good way is and walk in it and you will find rest for your soul.” Run over 2 days for small groups of up to 8 people […]
What the Mystics Know: Seven Pathways to a Deeper Self Thu 3 Apr — Sun 6 Apr 2025 A retreat inspired by Richard Rohr
Meeting with God through Trees 3rd April Thursday 10.00am - 3.30pm Come and join Susannah for a quiet day exploring our relationship with God through trees, in nature, poetry, art and the...
Lent Retreat: Journeying to Jerusalem Led by Audrey Hamilton Join us for a time of silence and stillness as we journey through Lent and ponder the height and depth of God’s personal love for us. There will be times of guided reflections and space for personal and community prayer with poetry, music and Scripture. […]
4th-6th Apr: On Being Whole: Theology, Practice, and Shalom, The Revd Dr Carlton Turner A weekend led by the Revd Dr Carlton Turner. On Being Whole: Theology, Practice, and Shalom This retreat centres around the presenter’s key theological fascination, wholeness. In it Carlton explores the idea that wholeness lies at the core of God’s will […]
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
Wild Edges with Fiona Koefoed-Jespersen Fri 4 Apr — Sun 6 Apr 2025 Encounter the "Wild Edges" of your faith – a contemplative retreat where the rugged beauty of the coast meets the untamed spaces of your soul.
A retreat in a safe and welcoming setting for spiritual seekers who feel that they are on the edge, or even over the edge, of institutional religion. This can be a lonely and a risky place to be. But it can also be the growing edge of authentic spirituality. How can we live creatively on […]
Led by Canon Peter Sills 4TH – 6TH APRIL 2025 (4PM FRIDAY – 2PM SUNDAY) For many people, including Christians, the Bible can feel like a closed book. This weekend retreat opens it up, combining teaching with times of prayer and reflection. Drawing from Canon Peter Sill’s book, Six Steps Into the Bible (www.peter-sills.co.uk), you will be […]
The Lord's Prayer The Archbishop of York leads a Quiet Day on this most familiar of prayers: Led by: Stephen Cottrell Cost: £30.00 including lunch and refreshments
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 […]
Establishing Peace in Ourselves | Becoming Peace in the World
Celtic Christianity – its history and influence today 5th April Saturday 10am - 4pm A teaching Day led by David Cassian Introduction day to what is commonly called today ‘Celtic Christianity’. Did it exist? If...
An opportunity to spend some time prayerfully pondering the events which unfolded in the week leading up to Jesus’ crucifixion. Facilitated by Sheena Hogg, the day will involve listening to some ‘found poetry’ (words and phrases collated from everyday life) before making your own creative prayer - materials and suggestions provided. You do not need […]
Individually Guided Retreat This retreat gives you the opportunity to descend into Lent with intent.
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 […]
April Quiet Day: Hills of Prayer and Truth The Quiet Day will spend time on two hills outside Jerusalem which play an important part in the final days of Jesus - Olivet and Calvary. An opportunity to prepare yourself for the approach of Easter in the company of our Lord and Saviour.
Deeper into God`s Heart, A Renewal Day Leaders: Marilyn Baker and Tracy Williamson Blind singer/songwriter Marilyn and her ministry partner Tracy would love you to join them for a powerful day of worship, teaching and time to encounter the God of love. Marilyn`s songs will draw you into His presence and all that she and Tracy share will […]
Description Theme: ‘Whimsical Wildflowers for your Scrapbook.’ Matthew 6: 28 & Song of Solomon 2:12 Create Art Ministry, gives 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 to creatively connect […]
31st March, 7th April, 14th April - Lent quiet days The full cost of the day is payable upon booking and the cost per person is £32 this includes refreshments throughout the day and light lunch.
8th April: Create Art Ministry – ‘Whimsical Wildflowers’ Description Theme: ‘Whimsical Wildflowers for your Scrapbook.' Matthew 6: 28 & Song of Solomon 2:12 Monday 8th April 2024 Create Art Ministry, gives a time and space in the week, to be still from the busyness of everyday life.
These times are a lovely opportunity to spend time with friends old and new and enjoy chat over a tea, coffee and a delicious slice of homemade cake. Drop in anytime between 11 & 12am and stay for a short time of Midday prayer in our beautiful chapel. If you are able to let us […]
8 April - 'The practice of Joy - insights from the tales of CS Lewis' led by Andy Swinford Oasis days offer quiet reflection for people who need a day to re-charge their spiritual batteries and enjoy the stimulation of an excellent speaker. Please email janefranklinretreats@gmail.com if you would like to join.
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 […]
Beginners Individually Guided Retreat This is a weekend individually guided retreat offering time and space to notice and pay attention to God and the work of God in your life. It will be led by Rhona Knight and a team of experienced spiritual accompaniers.
Knowing You Jesus Leader: Tony and Jilly Horsfall A retreat for those in Christian ministry at home or abroad. This retreat is built around the famous prayer of Richard of Chichester which expresses his desire to know Jesus more fully in the beautiful words: `to see you more clearly, love you more dearly and follow you […]
Private Retreat Day No progarmme, just spend a day with God at Wydale Cost: £21.00 including lunch and refreshments
Too often in spirituality and the Christian life we have been more concerned with life after death than with life before death. Recent research in psychology has focussed on flourishing and what makes life worth living. The ‘psychology of flourishing’ proposes that we need to live well along five dimensions: positive emotions; positive relationships; engagement; meaning; and […]
Vine Community Retreat Led by Whalley Abbey director Anna Walker, this retreat is for those interested in the new dispersed Vine Community.
This retreat will focus on the blessing of God’s creation. John Main wrote, ‘the light which enlightens us bathes the whole of creation’. Cameron Butland will reflect on the blessing of God’s light in creation and in our lives. Martin Laird reflects on the unity of creation and the meaning of Christ’s atonement when he […]
Quiet Morning: Abide with me Led by Kerryn Penson A time for prayer, companionship and reflection as we ponder the transformative meaning of abiding in God this Lent. Starts at 10am and finishes at 1pm.
Getting Close to God with Creative Bible Journaling A Themed day with Maggie Paddison Friday 11th April 2025, 10am-4pm. Please contact the administrator or book directly via Eventbrite. Suggested donation £30, which includes lunch and refreshments.
Holy Week at Mirfield is a powerful and moving observance of the passion, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Holy Week will have an especially vocational flavour this year, and we are particularly pleased to welcome ordinands and those wishing to explore their Christian vocation. Holy Week Leaders The Rt Revd Mark Sowerby, (College Principal) […]
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.
Holy Week and Easter with the Community of the Sisters of the Church Join us for all or part of the time. April 13-19
Holy Week Quiet Days &/or Retreat St Katharine's Retreat House, Parmoor. RG9 6NN Contact Office
Holy Week with the Launde Abbey Community Stay and pray as part of the Launde Abbey Community in Holy Week.
St Mary’s Monastery, Kinnoull, Perth is home to the Redemptorists of Scotland, and functions as a community, ecumenical retreat house and Centre of Spirituality, offering a full programme of courses and retreats all year round. The impressive neo-gothic building, which has views of the Grampian mountains, opened in 1869, when the Redemptorists first came to […]
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 - Holy Week: Reflections on the Cross Monday April 14th 2025 Led by: Rev Lawrence Basham - Vicar of Grasmere & Rydal and Chaplain at Rydal Hall The cost is £10 which includes refreshments and a soup and sandwich lunch. Holy Week: Reflections on the Cross
A Holy Week Quiet Day with Jan Fowler St Katharine's Retreat House, Parmoor. RG9 6NN £40.00
9:45 am – 3:30 pm 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 £26 which includes lunch and refreshments. The day runs from 9.45am to […]
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.
Holy Week Prayer Walk A prayer walk in the Walled Garden of Wydale Hall Tuesday to Sunday of Holy Week. Anytime 10am to 5pm. Led by: The Wydale Community Cost: Free of Charge
Holy Week Retreat Stay for a few days befpre Easter and refect on the significance of Holy Week Led by: Joan Sargeant and Rachel Hirst Cost: £318.00 including accommodation and all food
Holy Week: Individually Guided Retreat 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 prayer. A trained spiritual director will be available for daily […]
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.
Holy Week Retreat- join us as for 1 day or more as we journey with Jesus through Holy Week to the cross, to our celebrations on Easter Day. To Book email info@bieldatblackruthven.org.uk
Easter Workparty Work and worship for Holy Week and Easter
A Holy Week Quiet Day with Penny Pedley St Katharine's Retreat House, Parmoor. RG9 6NN £40.00
Tuesday in Holy Week 15th April 2025. ‘Stay with me, remain here with me’ with Mary Flitcroft Retreat at Holland House Tuesday in Holy Week 15th April 2025. ‘Stay with me, remain here with me’ Join Mary Flitcroft for the Tuesday in Holy week to ‘watch and pray’ staying with Jesus in the garden […]
The Drama of the Passion, Crucifixion and Resurrection of Christ A Quiet Day journey through the events of Palm Sunday and Holy Week
Lent focused, Journey to the cross lead by Liz Jones, Phil and Ingrid Horne The full cost of the day is payable upon booking and the cost per person is £32 this includes refreshments throughout the day and light lunch.
‘Who Are You Looking For?’ – a Holy Week Quiet Day with Ian Pearce St Katharine's Retreat House, Parmoor. RG9 6NN £40.00
Walking the Way of the Cross A Quiet Day of reflection for Holy Week
Walking the Way of the Cross A Quiet Day of reflection for Holy Week
Breath of Contemplation Come and learn the Practice of the Breath of Contemplation. A practice grounded in the knowledge of being loved.
Holy Week Meanderings As Holy Week draws us into the heart of the Easter story, take a couple of hours to step outside, put on your coat and boots, and meander through God’s creation. This is an opportunity to pause, notice, and listen—to slow down and reflect on the journey of Jesus in these final […]
Easter Break for Families Thu 17 Apr — Mon 21 Apr 2025 Fun, creativity and community
Easter - A Landscape Liturgy Thu 17 Apr — Tue 22 Apr 2025 Celebrate Easter with this outdoor event led by Paul Lucas
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 Jesus in his last days, from his final meal with His disciples to His resurrection from the tomb.
Our April quiet day is titled On the Way to the Cross. Through reflective and meditative stations of the cross, participants will connect personally with Christ’s passion. The reflections will explore themes such as sacrifice, humility, suffering, and the redemptive love of God, encouraging participants to confront their own struggles and sins in light of […]
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 […]
Easter Fun Day A day for families and friends to get in the Easter mood at Wydale. Egg hunt and refreshements included! Led by: The Wydale Community Charge: Free event - donations welcome but not required Children must be accompanied by an adult doors open 10am, last entry 3pm
Expect to see a good range of woodland, parkland and farmland birds around the abbey itself including Green Woodpecker, Yellowhammer and Barn Owl. We also spend a full day at Rutland Water - a brilliant nature reserve with an impressive range of water birds; summering warblers like Lesser Whitethroat and Garden Warbler, and various birds […]
Seasonal Quiet Garden Days - meditation and reflective time, learning from and enjoying the garden with some practical activity too. Cost £65 To Book email info@bieldatblackruthven.org.uk
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.
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 […]
Sophie Hacker: Creative Renewal 24th April 2025 - 26th April 2025 Creative Renewal is the place to begin or resume your journey into creative expression. Prior artistic experience is not needed to enable you to participate fully in the programme of workshops on offer. Sophie Hacker is a professional artist and experienced tutor and retreat leader. […]
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 […]
Divorce Recovery Workshop Have you been through divorce or separation; has your relationship irretrievably broken down; are you asking yourself why it all happened? Struggling with the trauma, feeling rejected, that nobody understands? At whatever stage of separation and divorce you find yourself, this workshop helps you make some sense of it all and find […]
A Weekend Retreat 25-27 April Joy in CS Lewis An exploration of the theme of joy - and its shadow side of grief and pain - in the works of CS Lewis Facilitated by Drs Chris and Ros Brett £195 for the weekend, to include two nights' accommodation, + full board from Friday evening, concluding […]
Festival of Song 2025 Fri 25 Apr — Sun 27 Apr 2025 Natural voice singing with Sarah and Jennie
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 […]
Photography & Mindfulness Workshop 26th April Saturday 9.30am -12.30pm Join us for a morning of mindfulness and photography! This workshop invites you to capture moments with intention, focusing on what’s... .
Andy Rider: Next steps 26th April 2025, 10:15 - 16:00 The Church of England adopted Andy's discernment model from his Grove book Discovering my next Step republishing it as Life is for giving. During this day Andy will enable participants to reflect deeply on where God has brought them and where he may be taking […]
Jesus the Contemplative Teacher: recovering our hidden treasure
Springwatch ***ONLY YURTS OR CAMPING AVAILABLE*** Mon 28 Apr — Thu 1 May 2025 A chance to enjoy the wildlife of the Essex coast
28th Apr: Your journey through ‘active prayer’ with Jonathon Hemingray Woodworking Workshop – The Road to the Cross This day workshop will provide an opportunity to reflect on the road to the cross while making an abstract sculpture, using wood off-cuts. By the grace of the Holy Spirit, the day will provide an opportunity to […]
Dawn Chorus with Dominic Couzens Wed 30 Apr — Wed 30 Apr 2025 Early morning wildlife with a knowledgeable and witty expert
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 […]
Soul Filled Meanderings 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. £5
‘The mission of St Francis began in response to the call ‘Repair my House’ which he heard in the tumbled-down church of San Damiano outside the walls of Assisi. However, it soon led him with his brothers and sisters to join in a much larger project – that of God’s ‘Repair Shop’ – through which […]
Longing for God: Individually Guided Retreat 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 needs time away to stop, breathe, and pray. A trained spiritual director will be available for daily individual meetings to accompany you […]
2nd – 4th May: A Retreat for first time retreatants Friday 2nd May - Sunday 4th May 2025 I have called you by your name, you are mine -A retreat for first-time retreatants This weekend will provide a time to get to know God better. There will be guided meditations, some shared silence, and gentle […]
Walking Week: Five of the Best Fri 2 May — Thu 8 May 2025 Led group walks (Tony's favourites) in the stunning spring countryside
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 […]