Charney hosts this programme of guided retreats, each of which seeks to nourish the spirit through silence, deep listening and exploring with heart and mind. We hope there is something here for all and that both Friends and those interested in the Quaker way will come to benefit from the calm and beauty of this place of spiritual refreshment.
Accommodation
The Manor and adjacent Vokins annexe and Barn offer 11 single rooms and 12 twin bedrooms all but two of which are en-suite. One single and one twin room have full wheelchair access and there is a lift to the main meeting room in the Barn. 'The Gillets' cottage in the grounds offers an extra 3 twin and 2 single bedrooms if needed and is also available independently for self-catering groups and family holidays.
Cost
Unless otherwise stated, retreats cost £149 and a £49 non-refundable deposit secures you a place. (Cheques payable to 'Charney Manor' please). Bursaries of up to 50% are available (one per person per year); please apply when booking.
To Book
Please print out and fill in the booking form and return it with your deposit.
Programme of guided retreats for 2008
| 2008 | |||
| January 18th-20 | My journey so far - and the future? | Beth Allen | £149 |
| February 29-March 2 | Stillness and engagement in a changing world | Joycelin Dawes & Judith Berry | £149 |
| April 11-12 | Dwelling in the precious habitation | Vera Dolton | £149 |
| May 6-8 | Quakers and the Arts & Crafts movement | Roger Homan and Ben Pink Dandelion | £149 |
| June 17-20 |
Experiencing Shakespeare
N.B. This event runs from lunchtime (1pm) Tuesday to after lunch on the Friday. Maximum 23 places - so early booking advised. Please send £100 deposit to book. Cost £299 |
David and Margaret Gray | £299 |
| June 27-29 | Learning to look: drawing as meditation | Naomi Hunt | £149 |
| July 11-13 | Finding sanctuary | Diana Lampen and Anna Seifert | £149 |
| September 5-7 | Unstructured weekend | £149 | |
| September 26-28 | Jesus - without preconceptions | John Lampen and Georgeanne Lamont | £149 |
| October 10-12 | Spirituality in feminist perspective | Nicola Slee | £149 |
| November 21-23 | Friends and the way of the mystic | Harvey Gillman | £149 |
| 2009 | |||
| January 16-18 | Sitting together: a Quaker-Buddhist dialogue | Maitrisārā & Alex Wildwood | £149 |
Charney Manor offers simple accommodation in a beautiful setting. Weekend courses run from Friday evening to Sunday lunchtime.
If you require transport from Didcot Parkway there will be someone there to meet the train. It is important for us to know which train you are likely to arrive on. If you are arriving at Southmoor by bus, you can be collected at the bust stop. Participants are welcome to arrive after 4 p.m. on the first day of the course.
There is a bookstall in the Manor where a range of books of a spiritual nature is on display. There is usually a book box specially related to the subject of the weekend.
If you would like more information contact the Manager or Assistant Manager 01235 868206 or e-mail charneymanor@quaker.org.uk
Click here for a Booking Form which you can print out and send to us.