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.

Bright Field, Dark Silence: exploring the poetry of R S Thomas. Led by Revd Dilly Baker 12th - 14th July 2027 Together, using Thomas' poetry, we consider the elusive presence of the Divine, where God is never fully grasped but encountered in absence, silence and longing.

Tuesday 20th July Fellowship of Contemplative Prayer Day, experience the power and depth of silence with others. 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 time, talking with

Led by Mark & Gill Ireland We shall go walking, delighting in God's creation and reflecting from the Bible on how to build refreshing sabbath rest into our often busy lives. There will be six walks during the retreat, with moderately challenging and easier options.

Heart and Soul Singing Retreat - led by Keely Hodgson 10th - 12th August 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.

Informal and friendly residentials for recorder ensemble playing with a wide variety of interesting music provided by the Conductor. 20-22 August with Conductor Mat Taylor Mat is passionate about music and provides as a wide a range of music as possible

In the Merry Company of the Dutch Golden Age Art Appreciation Course 14-16 September led by Tim Stimson Experienced teacher Tim will guide the group through examples of this 17th century genre of paintings depicting social gatherings in this time of affluence and cultural development. Cost: £245

Led by Dr Cathy Brown Cathy, a Transition Psychologist, has supported individuals to manage transitions for over 30 years. Clients experience her as warm, empathetic and insightful. Exploring the Enneagram II 24-26 September A retreat for those who have undertaken some development with the Enneagram, and have an understanding of our individual type. We will

Led by Karen Herrick Monday 27th September 2027 Prayerfully consider the theme of who God says we are in Him through prayerful contemporary hand stiching using colour, word and symbols. All materials provided and all skill levels can participate. £46.00 - inc Lunch

Informal and friendly residentials for recorder ensemble playing with a wide variety of interesting music provided by the Conductor. 11-13 October with Conductor Michael Piraner Michael has extensive experience as soloist and coach, specialising in both early and modern music.

Led by Hugh Parry Irish Literature 18-21 October Explore some of the riches of Ireland’s literary tradition from a culture deeply rooted in storytelling. In this course, Hugh will engage the group by looking at a wide range of poetry, novels and drama written in English by Irish writers at different times in history.