20-22 Mar The Missing Peace: Meditation as a Spiritual Path to Peace, Community and Oneness. A retreat drawing on the 2025 book of the same name, led by its author, Chris Whittington, founder of the School of Contemplative Life.

26-29 Mar Introduction to the Enneagram. Learn about your own and others' personality types and spiritual essence through this ancient and uncannily perceptive model of human diversity, with Jeanie Honey who teaches in the narrative Enneagram tradition.

2-6 April Death, Grief and Life. A retreat with Nicky Temple exploring joy and sorrow through poetry, movement, music, ritual, lectio-divina, guided meditation and creativity.

8-12 April Families Spring Break. Suitable for all ages. Enjoy a Spring break at Othona with local walks, arts and crafts, games, firepit and wild swimming.

16-19 April The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom. A retreat inspired by the book of the same name by Richard Rohr, “a wholehearted and hope-filled model for living today, grounded in the timeless words of the Hebrew prophets”. The retreat is led by Revd Ian Spencer and Urs Mattmann (N.B. Father Richard will not be present).

29 Apr – 3 May Embodying the Divine: mindfulness, incarnation and being peace in the world. How can we embody divine qualities such as presence, stillness, peace and compassion in the ebb and flow of our daily lives? With Tim Stead, author and freelance mindfulness teacher who teaches in both faith and secular contexts.

5-11 May Walking Week: Pilgrim Paths. Four full day walks and one rest day, with each route anchored to places of spiritual significance. With Tony Jaques, Othona warden and dedicated walk leader.

14-17 May Well-being Weekend. Retreat with Julie Leoni offering yoga, mindfulness, meditation, nature connection and coaching exercises.

27-31 May Othona Circle of Meeples. Othona’s founder always spoke of “work, worship, study and play” and this event highlights the playful, with a feast of boardgaming to help us build community.

3-7 June Integrating Doing and Being. Find your path in a busy world on this retreat using poetry, movement, Qigong and exploratory art to help restore a healthier balance in life.

11-14 June Songs to Celebrate Midsummer. Singing together for connection, harmony and joy. Enjoy a morning singing three or four part harmony songs together in Othona's chapel with the afternoon free to swim in the sea or relax with a book. Evening brings more singing and enjoying the beautiful acoustics in nearby St Catherine's Chapel.

17-21 June Art and Crafts for Adults. A weekend with Cathrin Jones to create and play alongside others using arts materials plus shells and pebbles gathered from Othona's beach.

22-26 June Circle Dance Delights. Dance sessions led by Kathryn Penny with dances from around the world, ranging from simple and meditative to intricate and energetic. Including one evening of dance accompanied by a live band.

26-28 June Radical Love. A two day retreat to help us to open our hearts and experience love at all levels, personal as well as universal love, intimate as well as ultimate love. Love of Nature, love of people, and love of yourself. With peace-pilgrim, life-long activist, former monk and founder of the Resurgence Trust, Satish Kumar.

9-13 July Caring for Someone You Love? A break for both the carer and cared-for in a safe space with others in a similar situation. Opt in to short walks, time on the beach, arts and crafts, singing and sessions with a carer support worker.

27 - 31 July Tiny Adventurers. A gentle holiday for toddlers and their family. Beach adventures, walks in woodland, den building, outdoor messy art, shady picnics, climbing frame and paddling pool. All at toddler pace with plenty of quiet time, naps and early nights!

1-7 August Creativity on the Coast. Using the beach setting and Othona's purpose built studio, Ruby Runnalls Palmer and Simon Abbott bring their experience of printmaking, collage and textiles to this fun week of art. Particularly aimed at families with young children aged 3-11.

8-14 August Jurassic Jaunts. Aimed at families with older children, this is an action packed week of outings and may include walks, indoor climbing wall, swimming, picnics and scavenger hunts. Then back to Othona for board games, table tennis, boules and firepit gatherings.

15-21 August Together in the Music. Music making for fun, healing and self discovery. Bring an instrument if you have one (not essential) and enjoy drumming, harmony singing and campfire songs. With Joanna Eden and Andres Lafone.

11-13 September Plunge and Pickle. A late summer swimming weekend to immerse yourself in the land and sea, amongst new friends. Blending swimming adventure, creativity and the joy of making and eating food from Othona's garden. Early morning dips at Othona's local beach followed by a practical workshop in baking or pickles.

22-28 September Walking Week: Town and Country. Explore a historic Dorset/Devon town and its local footpaths each day of this holiday. Locations may include historical Dorchester, Jane Austen's beloved Lyme Regis, Wimborne Minster or Axminster.

13-18 October Roll Up Your Sleeves. Lend a hand in community this Autumn and enjoy making a difference with new friends. Ideal for practical people with energy! Tasks may include apple picking, scrub clearance or painting and decorating. Hearty homemade food and evenings by the fire.