A retreat is your chance to step aside from life for a while, to rest and just 'be' in a welcoming, peaceful place.
Monastery of Our Lady and St Bernard, Brownshill
Brownshill Rd, Brownshill, Stroud GL6 8AL, UK
Contact Details
Contact Name:
Bookings Secretary
Email:
Telephone:
01453 488174
Retreat Centre Description
We are a community of Bernardine Cistercian nuns who live according to the Rule of St Benedict, seeking God as a monastic community in prayer, work and a spirit of simplicity and silence. We welcome both individuals and groups for residential or day retreats and quiet days, either with their own leader or guided by a sister. You are welcome to join us for the daily celebrations of Mass and sung Divine Office and to enjoy the peace and beauty of the Cotswolds.
Accommodation on Offer
Facilities include the chapel, a welcoming reception area, guest lounge, library and conference room with internet facilities.
We can accommodate a maximum of 19 residential guests. On the ground floor we have 2 en-suite bedrooms and 6 other bedrooms with tea/coffee points. There are 6 bedrooms on the first floor. Full board is offered.
Retreat Centre Facilities
Please see website for retreat centre facilities
Types of Retreat Offered
Please see website for retreats offered
2024 Events
The following retreats are led by a Sister of the community.
21 Dec-2 Jan Christmas and New Year Guests
16-18 Feb Lent Retreat
27 Mar-2 Apr Easter Guests
29 Nov-1 Dec Advent Retreat
23 Dec-2 Jan Christmas and New Year Guests
Look out for our "Seeking God" events throughout the year for those aged 18-35.
Please see our website for more details and updates of all our events;
2025 Events
Retreat Centre Location
Brownshill Rd, Brownshill, Stroud GL6 8AL, UK