Monday 26th April - Join Bishop David Hawkins to reflect on the source of our hope in these times through silence and contemplation. Our Open Quiet Days are gentle days of prayer and reflection. Each Quiet Day has its own theme, and the pattern of the day is designed by the leader to include guided

26th - 29th April 2027 Led by Bishop David Hawkins Seek God through solitude and contemplation and drawing on the Orthodox tradition of the Poustina and the science of silence. There will be opportunity for periods of personal private retreat in the Poustina and also shared contemplative worship.

Informal and friendly residentials for recorder ensemble playing with a wide variety of interesting music provided by the Conductor. 7-9 May with Conductor Hilary Oliver Hilary is an experienced music teacher who also plays in a local consort and an early music wind ensemble.

Led by Canon Andy Hawes SSC This part silent retreat enabling a deep personal encounter with the Divine. Services will be in accordance with the Book of Common Prayer and Bible readings are from King James Version. For further information, please contact Mrs Rosemary Hall on 0191 2857534 or hallrosemary36@gmail.com

Contemplative life is an expression of the desire to seek stillness amid the rush of life, as Jesus invites you to rest in him. This retreat is an opportunity to experience deep silence with others in a group, with reflective input and guidance. Bookings should be made through Sue Davies on 07749 592 858 or

Heart and Soul Singing Retreat - led by Keely Hodgson 4th - 6th June 2027 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.

Led by Bishop Toby Howarth 14th - 16th June 2027 This retreat offers companionship for reflection and renewal for clergy who live out a calling to engage with Muslims. There will be opportunities to share the joy of relationships and ministry as well as the challenges posed by context and the political environment.

Celebrating 100 years of Sir William Milner and Parcevall Hall The Arts and Crafts movement, and how it is visible in Parcevall Hall 18 - 20 June, course led by Janet Sinclair This course will look at Morris, Webb and Ruskin, key individuals in the development of the Arts and Crafts movement and show how

Led by Revd Jayne Ward Come and experience weaving as a creative pathway to prayer. Materials and a small frame for weaving will be provided, no previous experience necessary. Refreshments will be served, please bring your own lunch.

Friday 25th June - People Jesus Met, learning about Jesus through his encounters with others, led by Revd Phil Moon. Our Open Quiet Days are gentle days of prayer and reflection. Each Quiet Day has its own theme, and the pattern of the day is designed by the leader to include guided reflection and free

Led by poet Hannah Stone. Writing In Situ Retreat 25-27 June A retreat for creative writers in an inspiring context away from everyday life and distractions. This writing retreat will help you find 'prompts' from the Parcevall Estate and the Yorkshire Dales for your own writing. There will be time with the group, time to

Led by Andrew Rudd Be inspired by God, the great listener, and experience listening not as an action for your head alone, but for your whole embodied soul, being fully present, seeing and being seen. Drawing on the poetry of Andrew Rudd published by Canterbury Press.