What’s on
Everything we do is non-residential, in the midst of everyday life. Find out more about what’s happening with online and in-person events, by scrolling down the page and clicking on each event.
A retreat is a breathing space: a time set aside to be attentive maybe to what matters to us in the depths of our being or just to take a healthy pause. It gives us time and space to restore balance (or begin to) - which may challenge us to change things a little once we go back to our everyday living.
Retreat is as old as the hills and a fundamental human need. But you don’t have to head for the hills or spend a lot of time and money to ‘go on retreat’. With Retreat House Chester you’ll find retreat right in the midst of the city and right in the midst of everyday life.
A look through our programme or staying in touch through our mailing list will help you decide what’s for you - or if you’re not sure, just ask.
What’s happening now
ALWAYS NON-RESIDENTIAL, OUR EVENTS ARE A MIX OF ONLINE AND IN-PERSON, INDOORS AND OUT. For our simple guide on using Zoom, click here.
Please click on the images below to find out more: our website contains the most up-to-date information on our programme so it always best to check here.
Our activities are only open to over-18s. Please be aware that there are a few steps to the front door of 9 Abbey Square. We offer off-site events in accessible venues, as well as our online events.
A note about charges: We make every effort to keep our costs down. If you are able to top this up with a donation, it would be tremendously welcome. Some activities are free. Bookings and any donation with them are non-refundable; if, however, we cancel an event, you are given a full refund of any payment / donation made through our booking system.
Except where indicated, advance booking is required, please, and bookings will usually close 48 hours ahead of an event. The event page includes details of how to book.
Thank you!
Book Club - Pilgrim’s Progress
In person, and led by Anne Towner
Meeting at Anne’s home, 14 Bachefield Avenue, Chester, CH3 6DA
15th April 2025, 2pm start
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/retreat-house-chester
Meditation (April, May and June)
A one-hour Christian meditation led by Colin Mansley, following WCCM guidelines
Tuesday April 8th 2-3pm - to be followed by tea / coffee etc
Also to be held on Tuesdays 13th May and 10th June 2025
To be held at Mission House, Christ Church, Chester, CH1 3JD
Car parking is nearby in Brook Street Car Park (actually in St Anne Street!)
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/retreat-house-chester
Still (April)
Friday 11th April 2025
7pm start
an on-line meditation, with a different theme each month
please book here for more details
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/retreat-house-chester
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/retreat-house-chester
Soulful Saturday
Saturday 10th May 2025 10.30am-3pm (or 3.15pm)
O Wisdom - connecting creatively to God, ourselves and others through contemplative play, simple making and reflective space. Based on the Great Antiphon O Wisdom.
Facilitated by Susanna Coan, a local Art Therapist for schools and charities since 2000.
The day starts with tea or coffee etc from 10.30am, and will take place in the St Mary’s Centre, Handbridge, Chester CH4 7HL
The price of £15 includes drinks of tea, coffee etc - please bring your own lunch, or buy something local! - please book in advance as numbers are limited to 15 max.