Potholes and Mountains Leader: Revd Jenny Savage Potholes and Mountains will journey us underground, and on the mountain tops, looking at some of the risks we take in life and the beauty of God we find when we dare to take risks. We will wonder about the trust and faith that has developed in us

Music in Literature Part 2 Tutor:  Hugh Parry Music is obviously in debt to literature for the texts which it turns into song and opera. The debt is not one-way: poems, short stories, novels and song lyrics interpret music verbally, or describe composers, musicians, musical events, and audiences. The material is so copious that any

Wharfedale’s varied landscape is on a reassuringly human scale; wild moorland, wooded vales and boulder-strewn hillsides above the peaty waters of the River Wharfe. We offer a choice each day of either short or longer walks with our guides, returning to the welcome and warmth of the Hall. Packed lunches are provided, but if at

The Friends of Parcevall Hall meet for a time of worship and fellowship together over lunch.  Coffee and biscuits will be served from 10.30am.

Resting from Work and Working from Rest Leader:  Revd Colin Blake   The first commandment given to us by God was to “be fruitful and multiply”. God designed us to be productive. But we build our identities around our activities. We are not living in the truth of who God created us to be. We

Tutor:  Hilary Oliver   Ensemble playing in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, this workshop is aimed at experienced adult players who ideally offer two instruments and are able to swap between them. The ability to hold your own part in a group and good sight-reading skills are key. Expect a wide variety of interesting music and

Tutor:  Keely Hodgson   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 practitioner. She leads a number of community choirs, including

Taking inspiration and hope from the Advent Antiphons Leader:  The Very Revd John Dobson Advent is a time to be honest about ourselves, the Church and the world as we await the coming of Christ. John Dobson, Dean of Ripon, will help us to find inspiration and hope from the ancient Advent Antiphons, through bible

Tutor:  Sheila Richards Ensemble playing in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, this workshop is aimed at experienced adult players who ideally offer two instruments and are able to swap between them. The ability to hold your own part in a group and good sight-reading skills are key. Expect a wide variety of interesting music and technique

The Friends of Parcevall Hall meet for a time of worship and fellowship together over a traditional Christmas lunch.  Coffee and biscuits will be served from 10.30am.

Spend a traditional Christmas in the warm and welcoming surroundings of Parcevall Hall.  Home-cooked food, traditional games and times for reflections shared in good company, all help us to rediscover the true meaning of Christmas in this special celebration.