Walking in Wharfedale led by a team of experienced Walk Leaders Autumn Rambling 7-10 October   Enjoy the Autumn colours of the woods and golden bracken as you walk in the Dales in October, and delight in the crisp Autumn air. Wharfedale’s varied landscape is on a reassuringly human scale: wild moorland, wooded vales and

14 - 16 October with Conductor Hilary Oliver Hilary is a retired music teacher who has played recorder for over 50 years. She started conducting and teaching whilst in the school sixth form, then continued her musical studies at the Birmingham School of Music. She worked as a peripatetic woodwind tutor for more than 25

Parcevall Hall Quiet Days are gentle days of prayer and reflection. Each Quiet Day has its own theme, and the pattern of each day is designed by the leader to include guided reflection and free time, talking with others and time for silence. Hall staff will serve teas and coffees regularly throughout the day, and

Heart and Soul Singing Retreat - led by Keely Hodgson 24-26 October Combine singing in harmony with rest, nurture and inspiration. No previous singing experience, or the ability to read music, is required. A varied repertoire of songs and rounds are sensitively taught using call and response. Keely Hodgson is a composer and natural voice

Parcevall Hall Quiet Days are gentle days of prayer and reflection. Each Quiet Day has its own theme, and the pattern of each day is designed by the leader to include guided reflection and free time, talking with others and time for silence. Hall staff will serve teas and coffees regularly throughout the day, and

Inwardly Digest - Reading Retreat 19-21November led by Dr Helen Reid  This is retreat for people who love reading and talking about books, and perhaps especially those who have a pile of books they want to read but haven’t got round to it. There will be time to read in quiet and conducive surroundings, as

Led by Karen Balmer  The labyrinth is an ancient archetypal symbol which has its origins in ritual and has provided deep psychological insights for the traveller. On this retreat, we shall explore the labyrinth in a creative interactive way, supported by Karen, who is qualified as an Advanced Facilitator by Veriditas and has worked as

The Art of Paying Attention: a Retreat Inspired by the Poetry of Mary Oliver Led by Dilly Baker. “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” – Mary Oliver Join us for a restorative retreat where we explore the wisdom of Mary Oliver’s poetry—words that invite us

Waiting for Something Important - Advent Retreat 1-4 December led by Revd Jenny Savage  The Advent retreat will focus on fully engaging with the waiting and anticipation of this season. Jenny will lead the group through bible study, prayer, contemplation and conversation. Relaxed and refreshed, we shall be better prepared to celebrate the great feast

5-7 December with Conductor Michael Piraner Michael has extensive qualifications including a Diploma , BMus , and an MA in Music . As a member of Polyphonica Recorder Trio, he has performed in the UK and Europe, and, as a soloist, in the UK, France and Australia. He has considerable experience coaching individuals and both

11 December from 10:30- 4pm Join us for a traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings, carol singing and mince pies. The day starts with coffee and then a celebration Eucharist. After lunch, there will be time to spend in the Hall and Gardens, before a community event with our neighbours here at Parcevall. There

Christmas Houseparty and Retreat 23-27 December  Spend a traditional Christmas in the warm and welcoming surroundings of Parcevall Hall. Home-cooked food, traditional games and times for reflection shared in good company, all help us rediscover the true meaning of Christmas.  Cost: £440