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Shepherds Dene Retreat House
Riding Mill, Northumberland NE44 6AF, UK
01434 682212
Rooms
Rooms: 18 bedroom house with mixed accommodation of twin and single rooms with one double. 8 of the rooms are ensuite. 31 beds in total including 2 sofa beds. Separate self-catering accommodation available in 2- bedroomed cottage with kitchen, bathroom and lounge, situated in the grounds whichcan be booked through the sykes cottages web site:
Notes
Warm and welcoming 1906 Arts and Crafts style country house in 27 acres of beautiful grounds. Located in the Tyne Valley between Newcastle and Hexham and easily reached by road and rail. Church of England retreat house. We pride ourselves in our delicious home-cooked food, peaceful atmosphere and warm hospitality.
Bookings: We welcome individual and group bookings.
We can also host a wide veriety groups, including special family celebrations.
Our retreat event details are available on our web site as well as our social media pages.
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Contact
Director or Administrator
2026 Events
Forthcoming Events in 2026.
Please contact us for more details info@shepherdsdene.org 01434 682212
Saturday 30thApril
Spring Quiet Day with Rev’d Liz Jones
Spring reminds us of Jesus’ Resurrection and the new life he offers. Come along and reflect on the resurrection and what it means for us today.
Monday 18th– 22nd May
Knitting and Crochet Retreat
Bring your knitting or crochet and enjoy time to relax and make with the company of others and the opportunity for worship at the start and end of each day.
Saturday 20thJune
Freehand Celtic Knot Workshop with Rev’d Liz Jones
Simple techniques for drawing celtic knots and creating your own unique page.
Monday 22ndJune
Quiet Day with Ingrid and Phil Horne
A day for quiet reflection with input from the leaders as well as space for individual prayer and pondering.
Monday 13th– 17th July with Rev’d Liz Jones and Caroline Dobrashian
Creative Prayer Retreat: Journalling a Journey with Jesus
Come on a journey with Jesus during this week and creatively record your thoughts and prayers in a personal journal.
We will be playing with very simple art journalling techniques as we feast together on God’s Word. There will also be opportunities to explore a variety of creative ways to enter more deeply into prayerful conversations with Jesus.No previous experience of art is needed - just a child-like openness to try something new. Spiritual accompaniment and a rhythm of daily worship will be offered to help you to reflect on your pilgrimage through the week, culminating in Holy Communion on the last day.
Monday 3rd– 7th August
Art and Photography Week
A creative holiday week to enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Shepherds Dene and find inspiration for your own art or photography.
Thursday 15thOctober
Quiet Day with Rev’d Liz Jones
A day for quiet reflection with time for worship, individual reflection and prayer.
Monday 19th– 23rd October
Knitting and Crochet Retreat
Bring your knitting or crochet and enjoy time to relax and make with the company of others and the opportunity for worship at the start and end of each day.
Saturday 12thDecember
Advent Quiet Day with Ingrid and Phil Horne
A day for quiet reflection with input from the leaders as well as space for individual prayer and pondering.