Balance - Prayer and Fitness Retreat 7-9 March led by Katherine Hogg  This is a weekend retreat celebrating being active physically and spiritually. The retreat will be led by Personal Trainer and Christian activist, Katherine Hogg, supported by Parcevall Hall Director, Helen Reid. Join the stretch and weights classes, spend time outdoors in the Gardens

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

18-20 March with Conductor Carolyn Wade  Carolyn is a retired teacher who has played the recorder since the age of 7. She has coached and directed various music groups whilst teaching and has, for over 25 years, arranged music and run workshops for concertina groups. Since retiring she has returned to playing in, and arranging

Exploring the Enneagram 28-30 March led by Cathy Brown   Going on a retreat is an opportunity to slow down and re-connect with ourself.  With origins in ancient wisdom and teachings of mathematicians, philosophers and theologists, the Enneagram provides a psychological and spiritual lens for our personal growth.  This retreat will benefit from Integrative’s  adaptive, intelligent

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

Literature Appreciation Retreat led by Hugh Parry. Cleopatra in Literature 7-10 April   Cleopatra is one of the most famous figures from classical antiquity, known and celebrated in art and literature over millennia. She is an ambivalent image of seductiveness and independence, whose story has been retold in many ways. On this course, we will

Facing the Elements Easter Retreat 17-20 April led by Bishop David Hawkins  At this retreat, we will reflect on the timeless themes of Holy Week and Easter through a green lens, recognising the central importance of creation.  Bishop David will focus on the Four Elements of Earth, Water, Fire, and Air, which the Ancient Greeks

Art Appreciation led by Tim Stimson How pleasant to know Edward Lear 22-24 April   Edward Lear’s Book of Nonsense has never been out of print, but less well known is that he made his living producing exquisite topographical watercolours from locations all around the world. At this retreat, we will focus on the watercolours,

A chance to gather together with Friends to enjoy an afternoon at Parcevall Hall and each other's company.  There will be a tour of the Gardens with one of the gardeners and afternoon tea in the dining room.

The Book of Nature Retreat  9 - 11 May led by Revd Debby Plummer  This retreat focuses on thanksgiving for God’s creation, inspired by Franciscan spirituality. In the midst of pressing concerns about environmental catastrophe, there will be time to seek peace and hope in nature and faith. Debby will lead sessions of reflection and

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

Fellowship of Contemplative Prayer Retreat 12-15 May led by Witness Brenda Lofthouse  Jesus invites you to rest in him, lean in and listen to his heartbeat. Contemplative life is an expression of the desire to seek stillness amid the rush of life. When experienced with others in a group, silence is deeper and more powerful