Prayer in the Carmelite Tradition
Demystifying “Mysticism”: Praying with the Carmelite Saints The Church has long recognised the universal relevance of the teaching of the great Carmelite saints St Teresa of Avila and St John of the Cross by granting both the status of ‘Doctors’ of the Church. And yet their reputation as “mystics” has often led us to assume […]
Pre-Lent Clergy Retreat
Retreat Conductor: Fr George Guiver CR The Pre-Lent clergy retreat begins with Supper on Monday 9th February, though you are welcome to arrive any time from 3 pm to settle in. Evensong is at 6 pm and Supper is at 6.45 pm. The retreat ends after breakfast on Friday 13th February. This is a preached, […]
Lay Lent Retreat
Retreat Conductor: Br Steven Haws CR This silent retreat begins on Friday 20th February, with arrivals from 3.00 pm in the afternoon. Evensong is at 6.00 pm and Supper at 6.45 pm. It ends after lunch on Sunday 22nd February. You will receive a printed programme on arrival. Cost: £196 in a standard Retreat House […]
Holy Week 2026
But who do you say that I am?’ The question that Jesus asks his disciples echoes through to our lives. Who is Jesus for us? Who is Jesus for you? How do we answer his question, not least in Holy Week when we encounter Jesus in powerful and life-changing ways? As we enter Holy Week […]
Spring Individually Guided Retreat
Our IGRs are Ignatian-style retreats. There are no addresses as in preached or themed retreats. Rather, each person with the help of an experienced guide, follows their own path as it seems God is leading them. The emphasis is on integrating body, mind and heart in faith. The pattern of the week is: Sunday: arrive […]




