Monday 1st March - On St David's Day join Revd Rod Geddes for a day of prayer and reflection based in the tradition of Celtic Christianity. 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

Led by Hugh Parry Art in Literature 1-4 March Art has always engaged the imagination of the workers in the neighbouring field of literature where words grow rather than visual images. This course will offer a taster of fiction and poetry which illustrates the range of treatments given to the subject of Art.

Heart and Soul Singing Retreat - led by Keely Hodgson 5th - 7th March 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.

Parcevall Lent Retreat Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th March 2027 Led by Revd Robin Gamble. Take time out early in Lent to immerse yourself in the gift of this season, seeking spiritual renewal, sharing fellowship and drawing closer to God.

Informal and friendly residentials for recorder ensemble playing with a wide variety of interesting music provided by the Conductor. 15 - 17 March with Conductor Mary Tyers Mary is a well-established teacher and performer who loves tutoring musicians. Cost : £250

Take time to simply be and spiritually recharge with a three night stay at Parcevall Hall, with chaplaincy support.

The Gift of Years: Spirituality of Ageing 16th - 18th April 2027 Led by Revd Dilly Baker Explore the meaning, purpose and wisdom that emerge in the later seasons of life, strengthening resilience and connet more deeply with what matters most now.

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. Embracing the Second Half of Life 23-25 April Explore the unfolding path of the second part of life, discerning how to embrace this and thrive. Together, we will

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