To book a stay at Lee Abbey, please choose from our varied programme, where we are sure you will find something to suit you. All programme activities and sessions are optional.
July 2025
Walk and Talk in Summer
14–20 July 2025 (Mon–Sun)
Graham and Helen Worsfold
Join us to explore the stunningly dramatic coastline, river valleys and moors of Exmoor. We’ll begin the day with worship and a biblical reflection, then…
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Landscape Painting
14–20 July 2025 (Mon–Sun)
Mark and Val Turner
Each morning, as we engage in prayer, thought and paint, find an oasis opportunity to worship while we observe and record what we see within…
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Local Churches Evening
20 July 2025 (Sun), 5.45pm
Lee Abbey Team
An opportunity for local congregations of all sizes to gather as one with the Lee Abbey Community in this beautiful place to praise God, be…
Free
Meeting God in Creation
26 Jul–1 Aug 2025 (Sat–Fri)
Chris Baillie and Lee Abbey Team
Bring the family to explore together out on the Lee Abbey Estate – whatever the weather. Adults and children together will rotate through the week…
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August 2025
Mealtimes with the Messiah
2–8 August 2025 (Sat–Fri)
Paul Woolley
Come to the table to explore how encounters with Jesus over meals reveal the heart of God and challenge us to follow Jesus more deeply….
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Life to the Full and Sing Praise!
9–15 August 2025 (Sat–Fri)
Sam and Rachel Chaplin, Simon Guillebaud
Jesus promised us life in abundance, life to the full. Join us as we explore that offer, get re-envisioned together, and commissioned to live out…
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At the House and Beacon Encounter!
16–22 August 2025 (Sat–Fri)
Bible Society, Lee Abbey Team
Back for another glorious Summer week of Encounter with God and each other! Come and dwell in the whole Lee Abbey estate for joy-filled days…
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Nourished by the Fruit of the Spirit
23–29 August 2025 (Sat–Fri)
Christopher Landau, Felicity Lawson
What does it mean to ‘live by the Spirit’ and ‘keep in step with the Spirit’? St Paul offers the ‘fruit of the Spirit’ in…
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September 2025
How to Make Your Friendships Flourish
5–7 September 2025 (Fri–Sun)
Sheridan Voysey
A fun, practical retreat on forming and deepening adult friendship The research is startling: having close friends reduces anxiety and depression, increases our health and…
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Renew, Refresh, Resource
12–14 September 2025 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Lee Abbey’s ‘Renew, Refresh, Resource’ weekends are designed for everyone. Whether Christian or not yet, come as an individual, couple, small or large group, ministry…
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Navigating Grief: Finding Solace in the Mourning Light
12–14 September 2025 (Fri–Sun)
Andrea Corrie, Linda Sewell
Are you finding it difficult to live with grief? You are invited to join others who have experienced bereavement on this weekend retreat looking at…
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Friends’ Weekend
19–21 September 2025 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
A time for all of the Friends of Lee Abbey, and past members of Community, to gather for an inspiring programme of stories of the…
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Walk and Talk in Autumn
22–26 September 2025 (Mon–Fri)
Graham and Helen Worsfold
Join us to walk in this glorious part of Devon and explore the stunningly dramatic coastline, river valleys and moors of Exmoor. Starting each day…
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Enneagram 2
22–26 September 2025 (Mon–Fri)
Catherine Park, Joanna Pearson
For those who already have a basic knowledge of the Enneagram and know their Type, we invite you to continue your journey of discovery. We…
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Life Languages
29 Sep–3 Oct 2025 (Mon–Fri)
Cathie Vincent
Life Languages™ is a Communication IQ tool. It’s practical and positive, inspired from the Romans 12 redemptive gifts. We all speak ALL the seven ‘Communication…
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Signs of Life!
29 Sep–3 Oct 2025 (Mon–Fri)
Lynne Pugh
We are surrounded by signs and symbols in our everyday life which communicate so many things without words. Christians have long used symbols, from the…
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October 2025
Renew, Refresh, Resource
3–5 October 2025 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Lee Abbey’s ‘Renew, Refresh, Resource’ weekends are designed for everyone. Whether Christian or not yet, come as an individual, couple, small or large group, ministry…
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From Big Bang to Biology: Life the Universe and Everything
6–10 October 2025 (Mon–Fri)
Graham Swinerd, John Bryant
Can real scientists have a religious faith? Are science and faith compatible? Graham and John have found that the more we push the frontiers of…
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Tapestry of Life
6–10 October 2025 (Mon–Fri)
Gretel White, Vittoria Hancock
A creative retreat to focus in on tapestry, embroidery or handicrafts. Whether you are a beginner at stitching, or an expert, come and join us…
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Renew, Refresh, Resource
10–12 October 2025 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Lee Abbey’s ‘Renew, Refresh, Resource’ weekends are designed for everyone. Whether Christian or not yet, come as an individual, couple, small or large group, ministry…
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Keep Fit for Marriage
10–12 October 2025 (Fri–Sun)
Prepare/Enrich Team
Whether you are a pre-married couple or have been married for years, take some time away to build and strengthen your relationship in an idyllic…
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Stewarding Love, Grace and Comfort
13–17 October 2025 (Mon–Fri)
Sharon Garlough Brown
When we hear the word, ‘stewardship’, we often think in terms of time, talent, and treasures. But the Lord also entrusts other gifts to us…
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Estate Working Party
13–17 October 2025 (Mon–Fri)
Lee Abbey Estate Team
Join the team and help us care for God’s creation on our stunning estate. Working 5 hours each day, choose between gardening, Estate maintenance (gate,…
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Renew, Refresh, Resource
17–19 October 2025 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Lee Abbey’s ‘Renew, Refresh, Resource’ weekends are designed for everyone. Whether Christian or not yet, come as an individual, couple, small or large group, ministry…
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Local Churches Evening
19 October 2025 (Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
An opportunity for local congregations of all sizes, to gather as one with the Lee Abbey Community in this beautiful place to praise God, be…
Free
A Deeper Knowing of God
20–24 October 2025 (Mon–Fri)
Ruth Hassall
For the Apostle Paul, a desire for a deeper knowledge of God and the conviction of its necessity flows through all of his words, actions…
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Seeking the face of Jesus: Portraiture Retreat
20–24 October 2025 (Mon–Fri)
Mark Turner, Val Turner
Through a focused week of learning portraiture skills, discover and enhance your techniques in your chosen art medium. In daily art workshops we’ll learn to…
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Renew, Refresh, Resource
24–26 October 2025 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Lee Abbey’s ‘Renew, Refresh, Resource’ weekends are designed for everyone. Whether Christian or not yet, come as an individual, couple, small or large group, ministry…
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Living the Life you are Made for: Exploring Ephesians
27–31 October 2025 (Mon–Fri)
Mark and Cathy Madavan
There is a purpose and plan for your life, shaped with you in mind by our loving Father, even if it doesn’t feel like it…
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Renew, Refresh, Resource
31 Oct–2 Nov 2025 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Lee Abbey’s ‘Renew, Refresh, Resource’ weekends are designed for everyone. Whether Christian or not yet, come as an individual, couple, small or large group, ministry…
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November 2025
Everyday Disciples: Sharing Jesus with Confidence and Clarity
10–14 November 2025 (Mon–Fri)
Andy Bannister, Paul Woolley
How can we confidently talk about Jesus and live out our faith in the midst of today’s cultural challenges? How can we overcome the fears…
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Notes from a Good Place
17–21 November 2025 (Mon–Fri)
Dave Hopwood, Simeon Wood
Our lives can be full of notes – music and tales which express who we are and the wonders and struggles we face each day….
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Enneagram 1
17–21 November 2025 (Mon–Fri)
Catherine Park, Joanna Pearson
Enneagram (Greek for ‘9 points’) describes nine personalities. The Enneagram helps us to look at ourselves honestly, safe in the love of God, to see…
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Advent Creative Retreat
24–28 November 2025 (Mon–Fri)
Chris Duffett, Dai Woolridge
Let the creativity flow as we worship our Creator God with a team of inspiring creatives! Dai (Word Weaver) creates poetic tapestries of spoken word….
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Renew, Refresh, Resource
28–30 November 2025 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Lee Abbey’s ‘Renew, Refresh, Resource’ weekends are designed for everyone. Whether Christian or not yet, come as an individual, couple, small or large group, ministry…
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December 2025
Christmas Celebration!
22–27 December 2025 (Mon–Sat)
Lee Abbey Team
O Come let us adore him this Christmas season! Join us for a traditional country Christmas in this stunning part of Exmoor as we gaze…
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Total Surrender! New Year Celebration
29 Dec 2025–2 Jan 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Simon Guillebaud
Jesus invites each one of us to follow him – on his terms, not ours. Will we trust him to set the parameters of the…
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January 2026
Renew, Refresh, Resource
16–18 January 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Our Renew, Refresh, Resource weekends are designed for everyone: Christian or just exploring, whether on your own or with your whole community, come and encounter…
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Worship Leader/Songwriter Retreat
16–18 January 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Stephen & Fiona Crowther
This is a weekend for Worship Leaders, songwriters and musicians to receive equipping and encounter. We believe that giving yourself time to simply be in…
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Painting Prophetically in Worship
19–23 January 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Chris Duffett
Join Chris Duffett for an immersive retreat soaked with prophetic art seeking to hear from God and interpreting what you hear into paintings. Learn how…
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Heart, Soul, Mind and Strength: creatively engaging with the Bible and Holy Spirit
19–23 January 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Martin Young
The bible, prayer and worship come alive when our hearts and minds are softened and can see properly. Creativity is often the way to see…
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Wildlife and Birdwatching in Winter
26–30 January 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Andrew Mann
The coast, moors and estuaries around Lee Abbey afford great potential for a range of different species, especially seabirds and waders that migrate here for…
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Let It Be
26–30 January 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Ian & Gail Adams
This retreat is an invitation to explore how we might live boldly and generously in new seasons of life. We will draw on the stories…
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At the Beacon Mums & Daughters: Creative Activity Weekend
30 Jan–1 Feb 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Beacon Team
Mums and daughters (aged 8+) need time and space together sometimes. Set apart a special weekend for laughter, challenge, creative fun, sharing our faith and…
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Renew, Refresh, Resource
30 Jan–1 Feb 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Our Renew, Refresh, Resource weekends are designed for everyone: Christian or just exploring, whether on your own or with your whole community, come and encounter…
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February 2026
Voices of Hope in Troubled Times: Silent Retreat
2–6 February 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Michael Mitton
There is much to make us anxious in our troubled world, and we need a robust spirituality to flourish when times are hard. During this…
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Estate Working Party
9–13 February 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Lee Abbey Estate Team
If you’re fit and able, we’d love you to join our team doing practical tasks on our stunning estate this week. You’ll work roughly five…
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Treasures New and Old
9–13 February 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Rupert and Sally Martin
Treasures new and old refers to the words of Jesus towards the end of Matthew 13, a chapter full of parables. Having told seven parables…
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Journey Together: Growing in Faith, Walking in Compassion
16–20 February 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Ruth Hassall
An invitation to explore what it means to journey together as the body of Christ, drawing on Luke’s Gospel. A time to reflect on how…
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Renew, Refresh, Resource
20–22 February 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Our Renew, Refresh, Resource weekends are designed for everyone: Christian or just exploring, whether on your own or with your whole community, come and encounter…
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At the Beacon Dads and Lads: Adventure Activity Weekend
27 Feb–1 Mar 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Beacon Team
Bag some quality time with your lad (aged 8+) at our Beacon Activity Centre for a weekend of fun challenge, outdoor play and adventure, sharing…
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Renew, Refresh, Resource
27 Feb–1 Mar 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Our Renew, Refresh, Resource weekends are designed for everyone: Christian or just exploring, whether on your own or with your whole community, come and encounter…
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March 2026
Individually Guided Silent Retreat
2–6 March 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Becky Widdows, David Widdows, Inger Denniston, James Denniston, Lauren Farrar
This individually Guided Retreat provides a wonderful opportunity to spend time alone and face-to-face with God. On each day of this SILENT IGR there will…
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Help for the Hurting: Finding Hope & Healing through Trauma
2–6 March 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Kristian Dimond
As Christians, it is possible to work through our own wounds and support others who carry the heavy burden of trauma. The Father, Son and…
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Keep Fit for Marriage
13–15 March 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Prepare/Enrich Team
Whether you are a pre-married couple or have been married for years, take the opportunity of some time away to build and strengthen your relationship…
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Renew, Refresh, Resource
13–15 March 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Our Renew, Refresh, Resource weekends are designed for everyone: Christian or just exploring, whether on your own or with your whole community, come and encounter…
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At the Beacon Soul Sisters
20–22 March 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Beacon Team
An active retreat weekend for women to enjoy faith-filled adventure together at The Beacon Activity Centre. Come away to enjoy the outdoors, try new adventurous…
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Renew, Refresh, Resource
20–22 March 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Our Renew, Refresh, Resource weekends are designed for everyone: Christian or just exploring, whether on your own or with your whole community, come and encounter…
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Ambassadors for Christ
23–27 March 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Keith Foster
As those professing to follow Jesus, each of us Is called to “go and make disciples” – yet how do we go about this in…
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Trusting God
23–27 March 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Beverley Shepherd
Many of us would want to affirm our trust in God – in his goodness, his strength, his timing, and his commitment to us, his…
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More than a Tradition: Palm Sunday
27–31 March 2026 (Fri–Tue)
Kelvin Burke
This programme is rooted in the rhythm of the community’s daily spirituality of prayer, worship, word and creative reflection. We will journey each day with…
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April 2026
Hallelujah! He is Risen Easter Celebration
2–7 April 2026 (Thu–Tue)
Lee Abbey Team
Join us for this most glorious of celebrations in beautiful North Devon. From the devastation of the Friday at the cross, the quiet stillness of…
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Following Jesus in a Fragmented World: Ministers in Training Retreat
8–12 April 2026 (Wed–Sun)
Helen Collins
Being a minister of the gospel has never been so complex! We know we should lead others in prayer, bible reading and fellowship, but what…
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Every Christian’s Battle
13–17 April 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Paul and Becky Harcourt
“We are not unaware of his schemes”, says Paul (2 Cor 2:11). The fact is we have an enemy who wants to steal, kill and…
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Renew, Refresh, Resource
17–19 April 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Our Renew, Refresh, Resource weekends are designed for everyone: Christian or just exploring, whether on your own or with your whole community, come and encounter…
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Walk and Talk in Spring
27 Apr–1 May 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Dave Fisher, Graham and Helen Worsfold
Come and join us to walk in this glorious part of Devon. Daily walks in a variety of areas will cover the stunningly dramatic coastline,…
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Perfectly Imperfect
27 Apr–1 May 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Bishop James and Liz Grier
Most of us worry that we aren’t good enough to follow Jesus, let alone lead. Many of us have imposter syndrome. Yet, throughout history and…
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May 2026
Fully Engaged: Worship with all our Being
4–8 May 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Amy Boucher Pye
Join Amy Boucher Pye to explore, through Scripture stories and passages, how God has designed us to be fully integrated beings – soul, spirit, mind…
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Enneagram 1
4–8 May 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Catherine Park, Joanna Pearson
Enneagram (Greek for ‘9 points’) describes nine personalities. The Enneagram helps us to look at ourselves honestly, safe in the love of God, to see…
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At the Beacon Band of Brothers
8–10 May 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Beacon Team
An active retreat weekend for men to enjoy faith-filled adventure together at The Beacon centre. Come away to enjoy the outdoors, try new adventurous activities…
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Renew, Refresh, Resource
8–10 May 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Our Renew, Refresh, Resource weekends are designed for everyone: Christian or just exploring, whether on your own or with your whole community, come and encounter…
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Birds of Exmoor in Spring
11–15 May 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Andrew Mann
Lee Abbey lies in the spectacular coastal landscape of Exmoor with its dramatic scenery and wonderful wildlife. Cliffs, moors, meadows, woodlands and rivers are home…
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David Strengthened himself in the Lord (1 Samuel 30:6)
11–15 May 2026 (Mon–Fri)
David and Caroline Hammond
A wonderful and infuriating verse … It would be good to have some details or a ‘beginner’s guide’! Though we can find clues in David’s…
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Estate Working Party
18–22 May 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Lee Abbey Estate Team
If you’re fit and able, we’d love you to join our team doing practical tasks on our stunning estate. Working roughly five hours daily for…
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Grandparenting for Faith
18–22 May 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Becky Sedgwick and Kate Irvine
Grandparents, and grandparent figures, have a unique and particular part to play in God’s plan for children and young people’s discipleship. But grandparenting looks different…
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Christian Hope and the End of the World
18–22 May 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Ian Paul
Hope is a major theme across the whole story of Scripture. God repeatedly promises his people that he will visit them to set them free,…
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Renew, Refresh, Resource
22–24 May 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Our Renew, Refresh, Resource weekends are designed for everyone: Christian or just exploring, whether on your own or with your whole community, come and encounter…
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Divorce Recovery Workshop
22–24 May 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Divorce Recovery Workshop
Have you been through divorce or separation? Or has your relationship irretrievably broken down? This course of workshops will enable you to understand what you…
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Parenting for Faith
25–29 May 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Anna Hawken
We all want to help our children and teenagers to meet and know God but in the busyness of life sometimes it can feel like…
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Writing Weekend: Created to Create
29–31 May 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Claire Boot
In the beginning, God created everything from nothing. Including us, created in God’s own image. Like God, we are creative. Unlike God, we don’t have…
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June 2026
Lee Abbey 80th Anniversary Friends Weekend
12–14 June 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
In June 1946, Lee Abbey was dedicated to ‘rekindling the fires of faith, prayer and witness’. 80 years on, join us as we give thanks…
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Birds of Exmoor in Summer
15–21 June 2026 (Mon–Sun)
Andrew Mann
Lee Abbey lies in the spectacular coastal landscape of Exmoor with its dramatic scenery and wonderful wildlife. Birds frequent a variety of habitats – sea…
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Mindful of our Wellbeing, Mindful of God
15–19 June 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Shaun Lambert
What we pay attention to is our life. What we pay attention to shapes our wellbeing and spirituality. Our mental and spiritual wellbeing comes out…
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Renew, Refresh, Resource
19–21 June 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Our Renew, Refresh, Resource weekends are designed for everyone: Christian or just exploring, whether on your own or with your whole community, come and encounter…
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Return of the Prodigal – The Robe, the Ring and a pair of Sandals: Clay Retreat
22–26 June 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Janey Petterson
If ever there was a story of grace, this is it! We will be looking at the significance of the Father’s gifts to the son…
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Flourish!
22–26 June 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Leah Bucko
What does it mean to flourish as the people of God – awakened to new life, rooted in identity, and filled with the Spirit? Through…
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Renew, Refresh, Resource
26–28 June 2026 (Fri–Sun)
Lee Abbey Team
Our Renew, Refresh, Resource weekends are designed for everyone: Christian or just exploring, whether on your own or with your whole community, come and encounter…
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Navigating Grief: Resting in the Shade, Embracing the Mourning Light
29 Jun–3 Jul 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Andrea Corrie, Linda Sewell
Andrea Corrie and Linda Sewell invite you to join this retreat to seek out positive strategies to support you with your bereavement or life-changing loss…
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God’s Two Books
29 Jun–3 Jul 2026 (Mon–Fri)
Dave Bookless
The idea of God’s nature and character as revealed through two books – scripture and nature – goes back to St Augustine and implicitly to…
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