Welcome to Whalley Abbey - A place of encounter, spiritual refreshment, and growth
Whalley Abbey is a retreat centre, place of welcome, hospitality and prayer, and the Diocese of Blackburn's Centre for Christian Discipleship and Prayer.
Book onto one of the retreats, quiet days or supper clubs, stay overnight in one of our beautiful 17 en-suite bedrooms, stay in the cottage by the river, book the Abbey for your meetings, your own parish or group retreats, or come and join in with our daily cycle of prayer and spend time here to allow for that encounter with God that He is calling you to.
Peaceful Retreats
The Retreat House is set in the stunning grounds and ruins of a 14th Century Cistercian Abbey. On the banks of the River Calder in the beautiful countryside of the Ribble Valley, but with easy access to motorway and rail networks
Belonging to the Church of England Diocese of Blackburn the Retreat and Conference Centre located in the grounds continues to provide high-quality, welcoming hospitality
Conferences
Flexible meeting spaces are available in the Conference House. These can be adapted to individual requirements for a variety of events.