A Spiritual Home

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The Abbey Sutton Courtenay will be closing from 1 April 2024 to allow us to undertake urgent renovation work. This period of closure is likely to last up to 2 years and may involve the option of selling part of The Abbey land. The Abbey trustees have taken this unanimous decision following a detailed review of the ongoing financial viability of The Abbey in its current state, and in order to secure the future of The Abbey building and to ensure that we can continue to fulfil The Abbey’s charitable objectives.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has supported The Abbey over the past year since we reopened.
If you require more information please do contact Adrian Rance McGregor, chair of trustees
adrianrancemcg@theabbey.uk.com

Slide 1

The Abbey Sutton Courtenay will be closing from 1 April 2024 to allow us to undertake urgent renovation work. This period of closure is likely to last up to 2 years and may involve the option of selling part of The Abbey land. The Abbey trustees have taken this unanimous decision following a detailed review of the ongoing financial viability of The Abbey in its current state, and in order to secure the future of The Abbey building and to ensure that we can continue to fulfil The Abbey’s charitable objectives.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has supported The Abbey over the past year since we reopened.
If you require more information please do contact Adrian Rance McGregor, chair of trustees
adrianrancemcg@theabbey.uk.com

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A Hidden Gem
As a spiritual retreat centre, we offer our guests a uniquely peaceful place for retreat and rejuvenation. Housed within a beautiful, thriving example of an English medieval Manor, we welcome guests from all faiths and none, to experience our warm and inclusive hospitality. Our magnificent timbered Great Hall, dating from the 13th century is a glorious space for group activities including lectures, concerts, yoga classes and creative workshops.Located 10 miles south of Oxford and 60 miles from Central London, our international appeal attracts groups from all over the globe who return time and again to experience our inspiring atmosphere. Founded and maintained within the Christian tradition, The Abbey is a place dedicated to spiritual enquiry, prayer, mindfulness and the discovery of how to live a contemplative life. The Abbey offers a warm welcome, comfortable facilities, peaceful environment and nurturing food. We invite guests to share this supportive environment, encouraging you to create your very own home from home.

Our Vision Statement

A spiritual retreat centre housed in a small beautiful medieval building and grounds. We offer a unique space for restoration and inspiration. Here, as an individual or a group you can find support in your inner enquiry into how you can contribute towards building a better world for all.

A truly lovely, peaceful, welcoming community. The food was amazing too.
Margaret Hall
Margaret Hall
April 17, 2023
I use the Abbey, with colleagues, for academic writing retreats and cannot rate it highly enough. The food is fantastic, the community who run the Abbey are incredibly helpful, and the peace and tranquility is wonderful. The rooms are basic but clean and comfortable. It is a wonderful place to think, work and relax all at once.
Alison Eardley
Alison Eardley
October 14, 2020
The Abbey has a warm, welcoming community, gorgeous grounds to roam, beautiful and historic houses to stay, and wonderful food all made from scratch for the guests. The walled garden serves as a great place to relax, and the property hosts a perfect environment for meditation and reflection.
Alex Varga
Alex Varga
June 25, 2018
Expensive for the size of the dishes. Too long wait. Non very professional staff. Cozy pub.
Enrique del Sol
Enrique del Sol
November 20, 2016
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