Corona virus update: Holland House is committed to working within Government Guidelines along with Health & Safety best practice to ensure the safety and comfort of all our guests and staff. We have no plans to cancel events from the House Programme at present and are honouring our commitments to groups that are currently booked to come. We continue to encourage future bookings.
Cancellation Insurance: Please consider taking out cancellation Insurance before booking. One-off events can be insured for as little as £6 covering up to £3500 of cost – more than adequate for any event at Holland House. This does not affect our cancellation policy, which will be applied in 100% of cases. For more details go to the “About” tab on the home page.
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Thu05Aug202110:00 am
The first Thursday of every month offers the chance to spend a lovely day working in one of the most beautiful gardens in Worcestershire.
We begin at 10.00am and complete no later than 4.00pm, although any time you can offer in between is very much appreciated.
Click here for more information and to book your place:https://www.hollandhouse.org/product/garden-volunteer-day-august-3rd/
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Tue17Aug202110:00 am
"Look up more often" - Talking to the Divine in Poetry
Come and spend four days at Holland House discovering new poems and writing your own, facilitated by poet and educator Rosie Miles. Each day will feature morning and afternoon facilitated writing sessions, morning and afternoon coffee/tea and a great Holland House lunch. You’ll go away with some new drafts of poems and ideas for writing more. All abilities are very welcome, whether you are new to poetry writing or a seasoned traveller!
Follow this link for more details about the day: https://www.hollandhouse.org/product/look-up-more-often-talking-to-the-divine-in-poetry-august-17th/
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Thu19Aug202110am - 4pm
Join the Friends of Holland House for a Quiet Day in the gardens at Holland House. All welcome
A short reflection will be followed by most of the day free for private reflection and enjoying the garden. A Communion service is offered before a sandwich lunch, and a plenary session at the end before tea.
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Tue31Aug202110:00 am
Led by Rosie Miles
Come and spend four days at Holland House discovering new poems and writing your own, facilitated by poet and educator Rosie Miles. Each day will feature morning and afternoon facilitated writing sessions, morning and afternoon coffee/tea and a great Holland House lunch. You’ll go away with some new drafts of poems and ideas for writing more. All abilities are very welcome, whether you are new to poetry writing or a seasoned traveller!
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Thu02Sep202110:00 am
The first Thursday of every month offers the chance to spend a lovely day working in one of the most beautiful gardens in Worcestershire.
Holland House has over 3 acres of gardens; formal area's created in the 1920's Edwardian style, wild area's left to natures own delightful designs, a large walled kitchen garden, herbary and rose garden, all bordered on one side by the River Avon. Head Gardener Patrick Swan (M.I.Hort) will be on site all day with a variety of tasks for us to carry out in order to keep these precious garden and grounds in tip-top condition.
We begin at 10.00am and complete no later than 4.00pm, although any time you can offer in between is very much appreciated.
Click here for more information and to book your place: https://www.hollandhouse.org/product/garden-volunteer-day-september-2nd/
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Mon06Sep202112:30 - 3pm
Come by yourself or with a friend for a friendly two course lunch, served at 1pm, followed by coffee and a talk.
The speaker will be Revd Alma Organ – The Spirit of Iona and Community
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Sat11Sep202110am - 4pm
There is much about our everyday experience of life and faith that can leave us uncertain as to whether it is a gift of God, a co-incidence, an accident, or our own wish-fulfilment. In this day we’ll explore some wisdom from scripture, and the Christian tradition that can help us sift our experiences and gain greater confidence in discerning where the Spirit of God is moving in it all.
Nick Helm is a priest in the Hereford Diocese and has long experience as a spiritual director, retreat and quite day leader and in nurturing spiritual growth. He has written several Grove books in their Spirituality Series including ’Soul Spark’ a short course in prayer and spiritual growth. His website is www.soulspark.online
An event organised by the Friends of Holland House and open to ALLBursaries: If you (or someone you know) are very keen to come but are unable to afford the cost there are limited bursaries available – please write to the Warden via reservations@hollandhouse.org
Donate: If you would like to help someone who is unable to afford the cost to come to an event like this please add a Bursary Donation to your basket when booking.
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Tue14Sep202110:00 am
Led by Rosie Miles
"Quiet Work": The poetry of Flowers and Gardens
Come and spend four days at Holland House discovering new poems and writing your own, facilitated by poet and educator Rosie Miles. Each day will feature morning and afternoon facilitated writing sessions, morning and afternoon coffee/tea and a great Holland House lunch. You’ll go away with some new drafts of poems and ideas for writing more. All abilities are very welcome, whether you are new to poetry writing or a seasoned traveller!
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Tue14Sep202110:00 am
Art Journaling Retreat Day – part of the Holland House 2021 programme
Holland House is delighted to offer the gifts and talents of a successful artist with a popular YouTube channel, Jenna Burne.
Jenna will show you how to harness the power of your creative playfulness to deepen your relationship with God.
Jenna writes ” I use mixed media art journaling as a form of prayer, praise and prophetic expression. This type of art is messy, fun, spontaneous and accessible to all ages and abilities -no need to be able to draw or even hold a paintbrush! I will be there to coach, guide and encourage all day”
Check out Jenna's brilliant YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyLERLRblXI
Then click here for more information and to book your place - quickly! (limited numbers...) Art Journaling with Jenna Burne
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Wed15Sep202110:00 am
Yoga for wisdom - Yoga understands wisdom as being more than the murmurings of the mind. How do we actually experience life, the movement of our bodies, our breath, and our minds? To come into conscious contact with these three and to understand the relationship between them is to tread the path of Jnana yoga - the yoga of wisdom.
The day will comprise of asana (postures that everyone can access), breath-work and meditation practice, and will be lead by the Warden of Holland House and qualified Hatha Yoga teacher, Revd Ian Spencer.
09.30am arrival for 10.00am start (prompt). The day completes at 4pm. Some yoga mats are available if required.
Click on this link to head to the on-line shop to book a place: Yoga for wisdom
Refreshment and vegetarian lunch included.
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Thu16Sep202110am - 4pm
Join the Friends of Holland House for a Quiet Day in the gardens at Holland House. All welcome
A short reflection will be followed by most of the day free for private reflection and enjoying the garden. A Communion service is offered before a sandwich lunch, and a plenary session at the end before tea.
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Fri17Sep2021Sun19Sep2021
A weekend retreat, 17th - 19th September 2021
Most of us will remember where we were on September 11th 2001 and this September sees the 20th anniversary of the attacks on the Twin Towers and Pentagon in the USA.
That cataclysmic event changed the course of history, and continues to affect the political, economic and religious life of the world even today. Although many reacted angrily and without serious reflection, some went away and spent time deeply considering just how humanity had come to this point. The American singer/ songwriter Bruce Springsteen did just that and a year later produced his response via an Album of music called "The Rising". Eleven months of reflection and creativity had produced songs about death, loss, love, joy, faith, empathy and resurrection. Though none of his songs are explicitly religious, they do reveal a deep thoughtfulness and spirituality.
Anglican priest and Holland House trustee, Peter Knight, will lead us through an exploration of The Rising songs, reflecting on how they relate to the experience of New Yorkers and the world, twenty years ago, and how they speak to the depths of our humanity, today.
Arrive between 4pm and 5pm on Friday and depart after lunch on Sunday - follow this link to book your place on this unique Retreat The Rising - Remembering 9/11
cost is £290 fully inclusive
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Sat25Sep202110am - 4pm
This autumnal reflective study day will ask the question - Where do we find ourselves in the Creation story and what should our response be?
Revd Canon Alex Vaccaro is Associate Priest in the Kidderminster West Team and Dean of Self-Supporting Ministers in the Diocese of Worcester.
An event organised by the Friends of Holland House and open to ALLBursaries: If you (or someone you know) are very keen to come but are unable to afford the cost there are limited bursaries available – please write to the Warden via reservations@hollandhouse.org
Donate: If you would like to help someone who is unable to afford the cost to come to an event like this please add a Bursary Donation to your basket when booking.
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Thu07Oct202110:00 am
The first Thursday of every month offers the chance to spend a lovely day working in one of the most beautiful gardens in Worcestershire.
Holland House has over 3 acres of gardens; formal area's created in the 1920's Edwardian style, wild area's left to natures own delightful designs, a large walled kitchen garden, herbary and rose garden, all bordered on one side by the River Avon. Head Gardener Patrick Swan (M.I.Hort) will be on site all day with a variety of tasks for us to carry out in order to keep these precious garden and grounds in tip-top condition.
We begin at 10.00am and complete no later than 4.00pm, although any time you can offer in between is very much appreciated.
Click here for more information and to book your place:https://www.hollandhouse.org/product/garden-volunteer-day-october-7th/
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Fri08Oct202110:00 am
Yoga for devotion - Devotion involves the movement of the heart toward the beloved, seeking closer and more intimate union. The root meaning of the word yoga is "union" or "to join with", and therefore yoga has always been used by those seeking to deepen their experience of the Divine - the path of Bhakti yoga.
The day will comprise of asana (postures that everyone can access), breath-work and meditation practice, and will be lead by the Warden of Holland House and qualified Hatha Yoga teacher, Revd Ian Spencer.
09.30am arrival for 10.00am start (prompt). The day completes at 4pm. Some yoga mats are available if required.
To book your place follow this link.... Yoga for devotion
Includes refreshments and vegetarian lunch.
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Mon18Oct2021
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Fri22Oct2021Mon25Oct2021
October 22nd - October 25th
For many years Holland House has hosted a residential retreat based on the books and spirituality of Fr Richard Rohr.
Always popular, this retreat has moved from its 2020 date to 2021 with almost everyone booked on the original asking for a place on the new date. That said, there are still 4 places left, so do click on this link to read more and book your place asap! Rohr: Hope against darkness
The Warden (Revd Ian Spencer) will be hosting the retreat along with his colleague Urs Mattmann and will include talks, discussion, meditation, worship and free time.
Arrival from 4.00pm Friday 22nd, retreat concludes at 1.00pm Monday October 25th
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Mon25Oct202112.30 - 3pm
Come by yourself or with a friend for a friendly two course lunch, served at 1pm, followed by coffee and a talk.
The speaker will be Duncan Cadbury (Holland House Trustee) - George Cadbury and the Bournville Village Trust
To book your place for this lovely lunch and fascinating talk, follow this link - Cadbury & Bournville Trust
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Fri29Oct2021Sun31Oct202112:00 pmHolland House
International Aramaic scholar Neil Douglas-Klotz returns to Holland House in 2020 to guide us through the Beatitudes following the path to "ripeness".Breathing with Unity, Living with Blessing
Chant, Movement and Contemplative Prayer with the Aramaic Jesus
This year at Holland House, we will return to the heart-awareness of the present moment with a journey through the Beatitudes of Jesus in Aramaic. Through chant, simple circle movement and contemplative prayer, we will re-enter the state that Jesus calls tub, “blessedly ripe—at the right time and place” We will follow the journey of one of the most profound aspects of Jesus’ teaching, the Beatitudes in Matthew. This is a healing journey that takes us to deepest part of ourselves and then resurrects us in power and joy. Whether or not you have joined in these Aramaic retreats previously, this is a wonderful doorway into Jesus’ native spirituality and way of meditation.
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Thu04Nov202110:00 am
The first Thursday of every month offers the chance to spend a lovely day working in one of the most beautiful gardens in Worcestershire.
Holland House has over 3 acres of gardens; formal area's created in the 1920's Edwardian style, wild area's left to natures own delightful designs, a large walled kitchen garden, herbary and rose garden, all bordered on one side by the River Avon. Head Gardener Patrick Swan (M.I.Hort) will be on site all day with a variety of tasks for us to carry out in order to keep these precious garden and grounds in tip-top condition.
We begin at 10.00am and complete no later than 4.00pm, although any time you can offer in between is very much appreciated.
Click here for more information and to book your place: https://www.hollandhouse.org/product/garden-volunteer-day-november-4th/
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Tue09Nov202110:00 am
Yoga for selfless action - The first and most important trait of yoga is that of "ahimsa" - non violence. The path of selfless-action is a path of love that requires nothing less than a commitment to the welfare of others, whatever their nature. This is the path of Kriya yoga.
The day will comprise of asana (postures that everyone can access), breath-work and meditation practice, and will be lead by the Warden of Holland House and qualified Hatha Yoga teacher, Revd Ian Spencer.
09.30am arrival for 10.00am start (prompt). The day completes at 4pm. Some yoga mats are available if required.
To book your place follow this link Yoga for selfless action
Includes refreshments and vegetarian lunch.
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Sat13Nov202110am - 4pm
As we approach the time of Advent this Quiet Day will focus on how we can learn the art of 'waiting' from nature. The day will be led by Alex Vaccaro.
Revd Canon Alex Vaccaro is Associate Priest in the Kidderminster Ismere Parish and Dean of Self-Supporting Ministers in the Diocese of Worcester.
An event organised by the Friends of Holland House and open to ALLBursaries: If you (or someone you know) are very keen to come but are unable to afford the cost there are limited bursaries available – please write to the Warden via reservations@hollandhouse.org
Donate: If you would like to help someone who is unable to afford the cost to come to an event like this please add a Bursary Donation to your basket when booking.
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Mon22Nov2021Fri26Nov2021
It's been a few years since Holland House hosted a retreat based on the great spiritual quest that is the Enneagram, but now its back!
It's our delight to offer this five day retreat, which is becoming very popular all around the world, arising in harmony with a growing interest in well-being and mental / spiritual health. These retreats are in great demand in Retreat Houses around the country, so don't miss your opportunity to book a place on on this one especially commissioned for our 2021 programme. Only 18 places are available for this event so click here for more information and a chance to book The Enneagram
Arrive in time for dinner on Monday evening (from 4pm onwrds - dinner is at 6pm).
The retreat ends after breakfast on Friday.
"Enneagram (Greek for ‘9 points’) describes 9 personality types and is a powerful tool for
personal and spiritual growth. The Enneagram helps us to see ourselves and others more
clearly and compassionately and understand what might prevent us from living as fully as God
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Thu02Dec202110:00 am
The first Thursday of every month offers the chance to spend a lovely day working in one of the most beautiful gardens in Worcestershire.
Holland House has over 3 acres of gardens; formal area's created in the 1920's Edwardian style, wild area's left to natures own delightful designs, a large walled kitchen garden, herbary and rose garden, all bordered on one side by the River Avon. Head Gardener Patrick Swan (M.I.Hort) will be on site all day with a variety of tasks for us to carry out in order to keep these precious garden and grounds in tip-top condition.
We begin at 10.00am and complete no later than 4.00pm, although any time you can offer in between is very much appreciated.
Click here for more information and to book your place:https://www.hollandhouse.org/product/garden-volunteer-day-december-2nd/
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Fri03Dec2021Sun05Dec20215:00 pmHolland House
Holland House is delighted to announce a weekend in person with Diarmuid O'Murchu this Advent
We Await the Coming – Advent as Subversive Memory
Advent recalls the birth of Jesus in our world, while also reminding us God’s future coming at the end time. In this weekend conference, Diarmuid O’Murchu will introduce new insights on the meaning of Advent, following the guideline of Scripture scholar, John. D. Crossan: While we are waiting for God’s intervention, God is actually waiting on our collaboration. The challenges to Christian faith are quite substantial and through input, reflection, and dialogue, will be explored over the weekend".
With increasing numbers logging-on to Diarmuids on-line events for us, the weekend is sure to be a sell-out.Mark a space in your diary for what will be a great inspirational Advent retreat.Here's the link to a great weekend of inspiring wisdom...... Inspiration with Diarmuid OMurchuDiarmuid O'Murchu, a member of the Sacred Heart Missionary Order, and a graduate of Trinity College, Dublin Ireland, is a social psychologist most of whose working life has been in social ministry, predominantly in London, UK. In that capacity he has worked as a couple's counsellor, in bereavement work, AIDS-HIV counselling, and, in more recent times, with homeless people and refugees. As a workshop leader and group facilitator he has worked in Europe, USA, Canada, Australia, The Philippines, Thailand, India, and in several African countries, facilitating programmes on Adult Faith Development. His best known books include Quantum Theology (1996 - revised in 2004), Ancestral Grace (2008), Jesus in the Power of Poetry (2009), Christianity's Dangerous Memory (2011), In the Beginning was the Spirit (2012), Incarnation: A New Evolutionary Threshold (2017), Beyond Original Sin: Recovering Humanity's Creative Urge (2018), When the Disciple Comes of Age (2019). He now lives in Dublin, Ireland. -
Wed15Dec202110:00 am
Yoga for deep discernment - The goal of all yoga is the realisation of unity, however we need to exercise our capacity for deeply discerning the truth which can only be done by quietening the mind. This is the path of Raja yoga - the "king" of yoga.
The day will comprise of asana (postures that everyone can access), breath-work and meditation practice, and will be lead by the Warden of Holland House and qualified Hatha Yoga teacher, Revd Ian Spencer.
09.30am arrival for 10.00am start (prompt). The day completes at 4pm. Some yoga mats are available if required.
To book your place follow this link..... Yoga for deep discernment
Includes refreshments and vegetarian lunch.
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Thu06Jan202210:00 am
The first Thursday of every month offers the chance to spend a lovely day working in one of the most beautiful gardens in Worcestershire.
Holland House has over 3 acres of gardens; formal area's created in the 1920's Edwardian style, wild area's left to natures own delightful designs, a large walled kitchen garden, herbary and rose garden, all bordered on one side by the River Avon. Head Gardener Patrick Swan (M.I.Hort) will be on site all day with a variety of tasks for us to carry out in order to keep these precious garden and grounds in tip-top condition.
We begin at 10.00am and complete no later than 4.00pm, although any time you can offer in between is very much appreciated.
Click here for more information and to book your place:https://www.hollandhouse.org/product/garden-volunteer-day-january-6th-2022/
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Fri07Jan2022Sun09Jan20226:00 pm
Many of us make new year's resolutions that start in good faith but soon fizzle out, everyday-life just squeezes our good intentions off the map.
Good physical and mental health is something that shouldn't be squeezed out of our lives, indeed they should be a priority , but making a resolution to be fit &well in body and mind has the same squeeze problem.
This weekend is designed to get us off to the best of starts for the new year. Ian Spencer will lead us in a weekend of yoga practice that not only supports our bodies, but helps strengthen our breath and clear our noisy minds. No previous experience of yoga is necessary, and Ian will be adding regular dates across 2022 to support your intention - so no more "fizzle-out" problems!
Click on this link for more information and to book a place to begin the new year well: Start the year Well !
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Thu03Feb202210:00 am
The first Thursday of every month offers the chance to spend a lovely day working in one of the most beautiful gardens in Worcestershire.
Holland House has over 3 acres of gardens; formal area's created in the 1920's Edwardian style, wild area's left to natures own delightful designs, a large walled kitchen garden, herbary and rose garden, all bordered on one side by the River Avon. Head Gardener Patrick Swan (M.I.Hort) will be on site all day with a variety of tasks for us to carry out in order to keep these precious garden and grounds in tip-top condition.
We begin at 10.00am and complete no later than 4.00pm, although any time you can offer in between is very much appreciated.
Click here for more information and to book your place:https://www.hollandhouse.org/product/garden-volunteer-day-february-3rd-2022/
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Thu03Mar202210:00 am
The first Thursday of every month offers the chance to spend a lovely day working in one of the most beautiful gardens in Worcestershire.
Holland House has over 3 acres of gardens; formal area's created in the 1920's Edwardian style, wild area's left to natures own delightful designs, a large walled kitchen garden, herbary and rose garden, all bordered on one side by the River Avon. Head Gardener Patrick Swan (M.I.Hort) will be on site all day with a variety of tasks for us to carry out in order to keep these precious garden and grounds in tip-top condition.
We begin at 10.00am and complete no later than 4.00pm, although any time you can offer in between is very much appreciated.
Click here for more information and to book your place: https://www.hollandhouse.org/product/garden-volunteer-day-march-3rd-2022/
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Fri25Mar2022Sun27Mar2022
" ‘Soul’ is a confusing term – commonly bandied about in religious circles but seldom defined or much understood. It’s also used in psychology, and popular culture where for example music, art, conversations, food, friendships, habits and rituals may be considered soulful. Perhaps the great dilemma of our times is a ‘loss of soul’ – a dislocation from our deepest selves, from compassion, from nature – ultimately, from the divine. Yet when soul is neglected, it doesn’t simply go away; it appears in obsessions, addictions, aggression, and loss of meaning."
Drawing on music, art, poetry and biblical imagination, this weekend retreat will consider, not only the meaning of soul in theological and cultural terms, but importantly, explore tangible ways to foster soulfulness in ordinary everyday life, and in our world.
Dave Tomlinson is an Anglican priest, and chaplain to the St Ethelburga’s Centre for Peace and Reconciliation. He holds a Master’s degree in Biblical Hermeneutics, and is the author of many books including How to be a Bad Christian - and a better human being and Black Sheep and Prodigals – an antidote to black and white religion. Dave also regularly contributes to BBC Radio 2’s ‘Pause for Thought’ and currently invites all to his Holy Shed every Sunday evening.The retreat runs from Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon. All inclusive cost - £305
