It is with great honour that we invite you to join us for a special afternoon with one of Britain’s foremost travel writers, Rory MacLean, as he shares the story behind his latest book, Geography of Heaven: Travels to the Hereafter. The author of more than a dozen books, including the UK top-ten bestsellers Stalin’s […]
Experience an evening of calm in the unique atmosphere of the Great Hall at The Abbey. Surrounded by centuries of history and beautiful gardens, these monthly wellbeing evenings offer a chance to step away from the demands of everyday life, restore your energy, and reconnect with yourself in a peaceful and welcoming setting. To book, […]
Introductory Day The Introductory Workshop familiarises participants with the method of Centering Prayer and its conceptual background and offers two opportunities to experience the prayer. The workshop consists of three presentations led by Contemplative Outreach commissioned presenters. 1. Prayer as Relationship 2. The Method of Centering Prayer 3. Thoughts and the Use of the Sacred […]
Experience an evening of calm in the unique atmosphere of the Great Hall at The Abbey. Surrounded by centuries of history and beautiful gardens, these monthly wellbeing evenings offer a chance to step away from the demands of everyday life, restore your energy, and reconnect with yourself in a peaceful and welcoming setting. To book, […]
A BESHARA TRUST FOUNDATION COURSE (blended learning) We’re delighted to welcome back The Beshara Trust in October 2026 for this introductory weekend to their foundational course in esoteric education with an emphasis on both knowledge and practice. Taking the metaphysics of Muhyiddin Ibn Arabi as a starting point, the course explores what it means to […]
Join us for a peaceful evening of reflection, journaling, and gentle ritual in a welcoming women’s circle. Take time to slow down, connect, and nurture yourself in a supportive community setting. Theme: Descent and Rest To book, please contact Helen: helenmudie121@gmail.com
We are delighted to welcome back Amelia Critchlow to The Abbey for this special two-day workshop, Sacred Geometry | Sacred Living, taking place on 28–29 October 2026. Inspired by the teachings of her late father, Keith Critchlow, the workshop offers a contemplative and creative exploration of Sacred Geometry through study, practical work, discussion and reflection, with […]
Join our 3-day holistic writing retreat at the Abbey from Wednesday 11th November to Friday 13th November 2026. Are you a busy academic who needs to get away from your desk and out of the home, to somewhere more inspiring so you can focus on your writing? Or are you someone who has yearned to […]
Join us for a peaceful evening of reflection, journaling, and gentle ritual in a welcoming women’s circle. Take time to slow down, connect, and nurture yourself in a supportive community setting. Theme: Quiet Growth To book, please contact Helen: helenmudie121@gmail.com
Experience an evening of calm in the unique atmosphere of the Great Hall at The Abbey. Surrounded by centuries of history and beautiful gardens, these monthly wellbeing evenings offer a chance to step away from the demands of everyday life, restore your energy, and reconnect with yourself in a peaceful and welcoming setting. To book, […]