A retreat is your chance to step aside from life for a while, to rest and just 'be' in a welcoming, peaceful place.
Bishop's House
Retreat Centre Description
Built in 1894, Bishop’s House on the Isle of Iona is a welcoming and relaxed retreat house hosting groups of upto 23 and individuals for week-long stays and shorter breaks. We are situated close to the Abbey and also face the Sound of Iona. (You can access a beautiful small beach at the bottom of the garden.) The intimate St Columba Chapel, right at the heart of the house, holds 2 daily services. Bishop’s House has a reputation for good, wholesome home cooking, and we’re privileged to be described by many of our guests as their ‘second home’.
Accommodation on Offer
8 twin rooms,
7 single rooms
Guest lounge
Library
Large garden facing the sea.
St Columbas Chapel
Retreat Centre Facilities
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Types of Retreat Offered
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2026 Events
25th March to 1stApril “Exploring Celtic Christianity” a led retreat.
What better way to explore some of the history, spirituality, and influence of the “Celtic Church” than on the Isle of Iona, which was its very cradle.
This course is specifically designed to allow participants to experience and enjoy Iona, as well as learning about some aspects of Celtic Christianity.
1st April to 7thApril, Easter led retreat.
A relaxed, led retreat. a lovely way to spend Easter
2027 Events
Easter Retreat retreat from 24th to 30th March 2027. Led by Rev Rod Geddes.
Seasions with an easter theme and time to refelect and to enjoy the island.
Ancient wells, Timeless stories 15th - 22nd May Retreat led by Rev Liz Crumlish
Wellbeing is the ancient practice of gathering together, sharing stories and finding, in those, wisdom for today.
On this retreat we will plumb the depths of ancient Biblical stories, in a rich discovery of how our stories connect with the people of God through every age.
There will be gatherings each morning to consider a story, then freedom to carry the story into your day exploring the island before a pre- dinner gathering to share the wisdom you have found along the way.
Retreat Centre Location
Isle of Iona PA76 6SJ, UK
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Bishop's House
Isle of Iona PA76 6SJ, UK