The Abbey Sutton Courtenay

11/08/2026

We’re so pleased to welcome Helen to the Abbey, who is creating such a lovely, caring and safe space for women from Sutton Courtenay (and beyond) through her monthly Women’s Circles. 🌿

A chance to pause, connect, reflect and simply be - in the beautiful Abbey library.

You’re warmly invited to join Helen for an evening of reflection, connection and gentle exploration. ✨

Here are the themes for the next circles:

🌙 3 September ~ Release & Let Go
🍂 22 October ~ Descent & Rest
🌱 5 November ~ Quiet Growth
✨ 3 December ~ Making Space This Season

Come and take some time for yourself. We’d love to welcome you. 🤍

To book please contact Helen.

04/08/2026

What happens after we die?
Join renowned travel writer Rory MacLean as he shares the extraordinary journey behind his forthcoming book, Geography of Heaven: Travels to the Hereafter. An afternoon of travel, storytelling and thought-provoking conversation exploring love, loss and the enduring search for meaning.

We look forward to welcoming you for what promises to be a fascinating and inspiring afternoon.

📍 The Abbey Sutton Courtenay
📅 12 September | 4:30–6:30pm
🎟️ £10 – advance booking via Eventbrite is essential.

More information on our website: https://theabbey.uk.com/event/geography-of-heaven-travels-to-the-hereafter-an-afternoon-with-rory-maclean/

28/07/2026

We wish you all a wonderful, relaxing summer and look forward to welcoming you back in September for more delicious homemade treats, good coffee, and warm conversations.

See you on Saturday 5th September! 🌿☀️

10/07/2026

Olivier is back in the kitchen, preparing some delicious treats for this Saturday’s café! 🍰☕️

If you’re looking for a cool spot to escape the heat, the Great Hall stays wonderfully cool, making it the perfect place to enjoy coffee, cake, and good company.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the Abbey. See you on Saturday!

03/07/2026

🌼 Friendly reminder 🌼

24/06/2026

Discover the practice of Centering Prayer ✨

Join us for an introductory workshop on Saturday 11 July 2026, 10am–4pm, and explore this contemplative Christian prayer tradition rooted in silence, stillness, and inner awareness.

Led by experienced teacher Elizabeth Smith, the day includes presentations, guided practice, and opportunities to experience Centering Prayer for yourself.

📍 The Library
☕ Includes refreshments
💷 £25 (all proceeds donated to the Abbey charity)

Please book onEventbrite. More information on our website.

29/05/2026

Join us and meet Vimla for an engaging and interactive talk exploring the foundations of Ayurveda, the ancient holistic healing system, and discover practical insights into how we can better understand ourselves, our health and our connection to the natural world.

Topics We Will Explore:
• The Ayurveda worldview – History and understanding life through balance and interconnectedness
• Micro and macro levels — the relationship between the individual and the universe
• Introduction to the Doshas (Bio energies) and how they influence our body and mind
• The use of some herbs and spices in everyday wellbeing and healing
• Practical ways to bring Ayurvedic principles into modern daily life

The talk is designed to be interactive and practical for both beginners and those already interested in holistic health.

Please book for this event on Eventbrite. Link in bio.

26/05/2026

08/05/2026

🌸 Friendly reminder 🌸