Upcoming events

At all our residential and day retreats you are invited to join the praying community for times of prayer in the chapel. 
In between sessions containing Biblical and spiritual input there will be time for reflection and relaxation. 
Accommodation is in en-suite rooms with sheets and towels and tea/coffee-making facilities.
Like a Tree - Quiet day
Apr
24

Like a Tree - Quiet day

Trees have much to say to us about living in the light of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. A day with input, visual images, quiet meditation and prayer, as well as live piano music.

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Day of Prayer for Growth and Renewal
Jun
5

Day of Prayer for Growth and Renewal

The churches, schools and chaplaincies of the diocese are called to a year of focused prayer for growth and renewal in 2025. This is one of five facilitated days at Whalley Abbey offered for individuals and groups to join to pray for their own context.

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Clergy Retreat
Jul
21
to 24 Jul

Clergy Retreat

Led by Fr John-Francis this retreat is for members of the clergy to draw on insights into both our own heart and the heart of Jesus.

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Day of Prayer for Growth and Renewal
Aug
28

Day of Prayer for Growth and Renewal

The churches, schools and chaplaincies of the diocese are called to a year of focused prayer for growth and renewal in 2025. This is one of five facilitated days at Whalley Abbey offered for individuals and groups to join to pray for their own context.

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Day of Prayer for Growth and Renewal
Oct
21

Day of Prayer for Growth and Renewal

The churches, schools and chaplaincies of the diocese are called to a year of focused prayer for growth and renewal in 2025. This is one of five facilitated days at Whalley Abbey offered for individuals and groups to join to pray for their own context.

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Day of Prayer for Growth and Renewal
Apr
2

Day of Prayer for Growth and Renewal

The churches, schools and chaplaincies of the diocese are called to a year of focused prayer for growth and renewal in 2025. This is one of five facilitated days at Whalley Abbey offered for individuals and groups to join to pray for their own context.

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Day of Prayer for Growth and Renewal
Mar
22

Day of Prayer for Growth and Renewal

The churches, schools and chaplaincies of the diocese are called to a year of focused prayer for growth and renewal in 2025. This is one of five facilitated days at Whalley Abbey offered for individuals and groups to join to pray for their own context.

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Quiet Self-Guided Retreat - special offer
Mar
1
to 2 Mar

Quiet Self-Guided Retreat - special offer

We’ve released a few places on a last-minute special offer opportunity for a one night full-board self-guided weekend retreat. Enjoy the peaceful environment of the Abbey in your own time, and participate in the community prayers if you wish.

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Land as gift - Quiet Day - led by Revd Canon Professor John Rodwell
Jan
11

Land as gift - Quiet Day - led by Revd Canon Professor John Rodwell

Even deep in our urban parishes, we depend on the fertility of God’s earth and the skill and devotion of farmers who till the land. What do the Scriptures say about God’s gift of the land and how we should best use it, maintaining the fertility on which we depend and making it a place of welcome for creatures other than ourselves?

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Working Retreat
Sept
9
to 12 Sept

Working Retreat

Time to make the Abbey and gardens look great while enjoying good times together praying, eating well and living together as community.

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