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Spend a November weekend with St Thérèse of Lisieux and her Little Way. A Carmelite spirituality retreat at Minsteracres, 13–15 November 2026, led by Gillian Coxhead.

Between now and Advent there are seven retreats on the Minsteracres programme: a countryside walk, a silent Quiet Day, meditation and Tai Chi, circle dance, a day for those living with grief, a weekend with St Thérèse, and a day of Taizé song. Here is what is coming up this autumn, and how to book.

Last month I was lucky enough to be on the Eucharistic Retreat at Minsteracres.

A conversation with Terry Doyle — holistic wellbeing coach and Tai Chi teacher — ahead of his retreat at Minsteracres, Northumberland, 18 April 2026.

Meet Chris, our new Estate Manager. With 20 years in hospitality, he’s swapping Slaley Hall for Minsteracres to grow our community, family events, and retreats.

We were recently moved to read a beautiful article in the ReCoCo (Recovery College Collective) magazine titled “Still Floating,” written by Adam McDonald. In his piece, Adam shares his journey from feeling “in desperate need” of a rest to finding a “bubble of peace and positivity” during a retreat here at Minsteracres.

On a beautiful autumn morning, we welcomed Laura Waugh of Oak & Air to Minsteracres to guide a peaceful Forest Bathing session in our old Shrubbery. Guests were invited to slow down, connect with the natural world through their senses, and find a sense of inner calm amongst the turning leaves. It was a wonderful reminder of the healing power of nature right here on our estate.

The sound of laughter filled our Peace Garden as we welcomed families seeking sanctuary from Afghanistan, South America, and Africa. We spent a wonderful day sharing creative activities, circus skills, and moments of pure joy.

Discover the heartwarming story of our recent collaboration as the Minsteracres Outreach Team welcomed Gateway into the Community to our serene Peace Garden for a morning of friendship and connection.

Minsteracres is thrilled to welcome back the incredibly talented Monique for our “Singing Week: Hope, Love and Life” in July 2025.