Retreats
Hexham Abbey a place of worship since AD674
The North East of England has been a focus of pilgrimage since at least the fifth century. In their time, the monastic communities of Cuthbert, Aidan, Bede and other Christian pioneers of North East England drew people from across Europe for spiritual nurture, learning, recording and creativity.
Today, we are fortunate in having several retreat centres which are set in lovely environments and reflect the spiritual heritage of this region. And you don’t need to be a churchgoer or follow a faith to enjoy a stay in a retreat, whether for a day or a week or longer.
If you have a real desire to take some time out, to rest and reflect or just to “be” in a place which is both welcoming and peaceful then check out the following websites for more information:
Alnmouth Friary, Northumberland (Franciscan)
Tel: 01665 830213
Community of Aidan and Hilda, Holy Island (ecumenical/Celtic)
Tel 01289 389222
Minsteracres, County Durham (Roman Catholic)
Northumbrian Community, Northumberland (ecumenical/Celtic)
Tel 01670 787645
Shepherds Dene, Northumberland (Anglican)
Tel 01434 682 212
Marygate Centre, Holy Island (ecumenical)
Tel 01289 389246
St Antony's Priory, Durham City (ecumenical/Ignatian)
Tel 0191 384 3747
