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Here, we share news about our upcoming retreats, designed for spiritual renewal and growth. Our programs range from silent retreats to workshops that aim to harmonize body, mind, and spirit, inviting moments of reflection and connection.
Our commitment goes beyond retreats; we actively work within our community, fostering a space of inclusion and support. Through our blog, you’ll find stories of how we’re making a difference locally and beyond.
We’re also dedicated to protecting our environment. Our blog highlights our efforts in conservation and sustainability, showcasing how we care for the land that hosts us.
Stay with us for regular updates and insights into Minsteracres Retreat Centre’s life, where we journey together in spirituality, community engagement, and environmental care.
He Nearly Quit the Priesthood. Then Something Happened.
One month after his ordination, Fr Emmanuel Kabinga CP was alone in a crumbling church in rural Zambia — and planning to quit. What happened next changed everything.
Come Away and Rest Awhile: A Six-Day Retreat This September
What would it mean to set aside a week for God? This September, Minsteracres is offering six days of silence, personal spiritual direction, and deep rest in County Durham.
“Jesus Was Dynamite”: Fr Eamonn Mulcahy on the Weekend That Could Change Everything
Fr Eamonn Mulcahy has spent nearly 46 years as a Spiritan priest, working in Africa, Europe and the UK. This May, he comes to Minsteracres to shake the dust off the Gospels. We sat
Minsteracres featured in The Telegraph
Minsteracres features in The Telegraph this Holy Week, as writer William Cash reflects on his Lenten retreat here — the history, the grounds, and what draws people back to the retreat experience.
Northern Saints Retreat July 2026 | Pilgrimage with John McManners | Minsteracres
Join Rev’d John & Gina McManners for a five-day pilgrimage from Minsteracres through Lindisfarne, Durham Cathedral, Jarrow and Hexham Abbey. Small group. Deep community. Open to all.
“You Believed in Me Before I Could Believe in Myself” — A Conversation with Terry Doyle
A conversation with Terry Doyle — holistic wellbeing coach and Tai Chi teacher — ahead of his retreat at Minsteracres, Northumberland, 18 April 2026.
A New Chapter at Minsteracres: Introducing Chris, Our New Manager
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.
“Still Floating”: A Heartfelt Story of Peace and Recovery
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”
Finding Peace and Connection in Nature: A Forest Bathing Experience 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
A Day of Joy & Healing for Asylum Seeker Families in the Peace Garden
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.
A Warm Welcome in the Garden: A Special Visit from Gateway into the Community
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.
Experience the Joy of Song
Minsteracres is thrilled to welcome back the incredibly talented Monique for our “Singing Week: Hope, Love and Life” in July 2025.