The Golden Age of Finnish Art Tutor:  Tim Stimson Paintings of mountain and fjord, lake and forest,  and their hardy inhabitants; such images inspired this young nation, still dreaming of independence, as art helped shape its sense of identity. This course is an introduction to the art and society of Finland as it emerged from

Hope is a Duty Conductor:  Canon Andy Hawes SSC Living in times of great uncertainty and jeopardy in many aspects of life, this retreat will explore the Christian understanding and experience of hope. Services will be in accordance with the Book of Common Prayer and the Authorised Version of the Bible. It is not necessary

Tutor:  The Rt Revd David Hawkins Charles Darwin said in a fit of frustration, ‘The peacock’s tail makes me sick!’  In this course we shall travel together into the origins of beauty and the challenge it presented Darwin for his theory of evolution with its ‘Survival of the Fittest’.  We will explore the interplay between

The Friends of Parcevall Hall meet for a time of worship and fellowship over a three course dinner, served with wine.  There is the option to stay overnight. Dinner:  £29 Dinner, bed & breakfast £89

Leader:  Chris Bradshaw   Join us on a relaxed birdwatching break aimed at people new to birdwatching, or those just wishing to enjoy commoner birds in a tranquil location. We will have a programme of birdwatching walks which focus on learning how to identify and understand more about the life histories of the commoner resident

Tutor:  Terry Smurthwaite Ensemble playing in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, this workshop is aimed at experienced adult players who ideally offer two instruments and are able to swap between them. The ability to hold your own part in a group and good sight-reading skills are key. Expect a wide variety of interesting music and technique

I will give you rest   Leader:  Revd Henriette Howarth Resting in God The intention of this retreat is to respond to Jesus’ invitation: ‘Come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.’  There will be space to rest and to receive from God, and opportunities to be

Witness:  Debbie Kirby   A silent ‘listening’ retreat. Jesus invites you to rest in him, lean in and listen to his heartbeat. Contemplative life is the expression of the desire to seek stillness amid the rush of life, to hear ‘the still small voice’ amid today’s clamour; to search for and listen to God. Experienced with

Tutor:  Keely Hodgson   Combine singing in harmony with rest, nurture and inspiration. No previous singing experience, or the ability to read music, is required. A varied repertoire of songs and rounds are sensitively taught using call and response. Keely Hodgson is a composer and natural voice practitioner. She leads a number of community choirs, including

The Friends of Parcevall Hall meet for a time of fellowship and sharing together at the Hall.  The AGM takes place on Thursday 11th July. Full Gathering:  £186 Day guest - AGM & lunch only:  £34 Day guest - AGM, lunch & dinner:  £52

Leader:  Jill Benet   In Centering Prayer, our intention is to consent to the presence and action of the Divine within us. It is sometimes referred to as the Prayer of Consent. The effect of Centering Prayer is seen in daily life, increasing our awareness, making us aware of our attachments, identifications and the hidden motivations

Tutor:  Margaret Barker   Preparing for the feast of St Mary Magdalene on July 22nd, we shall look in depth at St John’s account of her meeting Jesus.  Mary Magdalene was remembered as a visionary, a teacher and a leader in the early Church, and St John has recorded the reason for this. What she learned