Parcevall Hall is pleased to announce a new programme of Art and Contemplation exhibitions for 2026, created in partnership with Craven Arts. Studies suggest that in a gallery setting, people […]
Simeon and Anna had waited a long time for this moment, and the excitement expressed in this painting by the contemporary Dutch artist, Jan von ‘t Hoff, is infectious. His […]
The Adoration of the Magi Peter Paul Rubens 1633 This huge painting was originally made as an altar piece for the chapel of the Convent of the White Nuns in […]
My choice for our Christmas image in the Poustinia is an everyday African scene. A woman ‘backing’ her baby and her partner carrying a heavy load on his head. It […]
I’ve chosen a bright and colourful image entitled ‘Hope’ for our Advent season in the Poustinia. Expectant hope is the key focus of this much overlooked season in the church’s […]
Article by David Hawkins This icon ‘Christ and Abbot Mena’ is one of the oldest of the Coptic church and was painted in the sixth century in the monastery of […]
The labyrinth is rich in symbolism and meaning. It is an archetypal pattern that has been used for celebration, rituals and self discovery for thousands of years in many different […]
As the nights draw in and the air gets cooler, we are keeping the Hall cosy and welcoming, and I hope you are planning a visit whether for a programmed […]
The Art of Paying Attention: a Retreat Inspired by the Poetry of Mary Oliver Led by Dilly Baker. Due to popular demand we have added another date into this years […]
This memorable painting by the Italian artist, Caravaggio, is a vivid depiction of the hospitality shown to Jesus by two disciples after they had walked together from Jerusalem to Emmaus […]