Come away, slow down and make space for God

Sometimes we just need to step away from the busyness of everyday life.

Our guided themed residential retreats are for Christians who would love a little time away in beautiful surroundings, with space to breathe, reflect, enjoy good company and, most importantly, spend time with God.

Each retreat has its own theme, gently woven through the devotional sessions and creative activities, while still leaving plenty of room for you to simply be. You can join in as much or as little as you like.

Your retreat includes:

A beautiful place to stay

Choose from one of our boutique ensuite bedrooms or our cosy one-bedroom cottage, for a relaxing two- or three-night stay.

Delicious home-cooked food

Enjoy a freshly prepared à-la-carte breakfast each morning, lunch and a tasty home-cooked evening meal. There’s no meal planning, shopping or washing up to worry about!

Time to explore and reflect

There’s plenty of personal space and free time to read, walk, create, pray, rest or simply do absolutely nothing for a while.

Gentle, themed devotional sessions

Each morning begins with a led small group devotional or teaching session connected to the retreat theme, giving you an opportunity to pause, listen and explore what God might be saying to you.

Access to RightNow Media

You’ll be given personal access to RightNow Media, the world's largest online library of Christian video resources, including Bible studies, devotionals, courses and discipleship materials for you to use on your return home.

A quiet place to relax

Make yourself at home in our private gardens, guest lounge or reading nook – a cosy space to curl up with a book, enjoy a cuppa or simply sit and think.

Optional personal prayer

If you would appreciate someone praying with you during your stay, an optional personal prayer session is available.

Time to have fun too!

Retreat doesn't have to mean being serious all the time! Depending on the retreat, there may be opportunities for board games, social time or a Christian-themed film.

Something to take home

You'll receive a little devotional gift to remind you of your time away.

Creative Ministry

Some of our three-night retreats include the following:

Art SOZO is a gentle, creative way of exploring what is going on in our hearts and connecting our emotions with the heart of God. Through colour and images, we can sometimes get beyond the things that make it difficult to express what we're feeling and allow God's truth to speak to us in a different way.

Creative Ministry uses guided creative activities inspired by the retreat theme. You’ll have the opportunity to experiment with different art materials and explore how creativity can become a way of having a two-way conversation with God.

And don't worry if the thought of creating art fills you with horror! 😄

No artistic experience is needed. These sessions aren't about producing something beautiful or getting it 'right'. They're simply an opportunity to relax, explore and see where creativity takes you.

Local Activities

There’s plenty to discover beyond the retreat too

If you fancy venturing out during your free time, we can also help you make the most of the local area, with transport provided where necessary.

Wild swimming & sauna – take a refreshing dip at Pool Bridge Farm, followed by a warm-up in the sauna.

Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens – explore these beautiful gardens, open on selected days from April to September.

Countryside walks – step straight into the surrounding countryside for peaceful, contemplative walks and a chance to enjoy the changing seasons.

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Come as you are

There’s no pressure to join everything, meet everyone or make the most of every minute.

You can be sociable or quiet. Creative or completely uncreative. Out walking or curled up with a book.

The retreat is for you.

Come away for a few days, make some space, and see what happens when you give yourself time to slow down and listen.

Just click the button below to fill out the short form and we will be back in touch with you within 48 hours.

Alternatively, you can email info@anewretreats.org, WhatsApp, text or call +44 7474 804973 to book your place.