Scargill offers a wide range of Christian holidays, conferences and retreats with our resident Christian community. You’re very welcome, whatever your background or Christian tradition.
Join one of our organised programmes below, with a range of topics, activities and speakers, or pick any dates we’re open and just do your own thing. You can visit Scargill on your own, come with your family, bring a church or other group, or even become a Working Friend.
Bible study (7)Delve into Scripture with us. Read more...
Jesus was nothing if not radical. He demonstrated courageous compassion, caring for the people he met and confronting the corruption that was harming them. Dave will revisit some of the | read more...
Becoming a Christian is probably the most important thing that will ever happen to us. But as the years go by, many of us discover a list of things we | read more...
Some days we wake to a world of crystal skies and bright possibilities. Other days it’s to thunder rattling our roofs. How can we stay strong when the storms of | read more...
Chris Lane and his friends planted a church on an inner-city estate in Salford, notorious for crime and deprivation. They have spent 18 years seeing Jesus’ hope and healing transforming | read more...
The Sunday before Advent traditionally celebrates ‘Christ the King’. Such language of monarchy and royalty summons up images of crowns and sceptres, wealth and status, palaces and prestige. It’s all | read more...
Fresh water is vital to health, and whether it’s the miraculous life-line thrown to Hagar and her little son lost in the desert, or the sparkling encounter between Jesus and | read more...
It is sometimes said that we are most truly who we are in the setting of our family… To a large measure, the Old Testament records the loving purposes of | read more...
Can real scientists have a religious faith? Come to Scargill to see how the answer is ‘Yes!’ The latest findings of science reveal the work of an awesome creator God, | read more...
Christians are rediscovering that community is at the heart of the nature of God. This is seen wonderfully in the life and movement of the Holy Trinity. It is no | read more...
A Bad Christian’s guide to following Jesus in the 21st century. With the help of film clips, books and music videos, this witty and challenging retreat explores the contemporary cultural | read more...
In the West, we live in a world that’s become a 24/7 consumer society. We want to own more, use more, eat more and drink more. It isn’t surprising that | read more...
As a Christian woman, business owner (www.karenopenshaw.co.uk), wife, mum and pioneer I know what it means to be under pressure. The discovery of mindfulness literally transformed my life. I want | read more...
This weekend is for Christians who own and run a business or are aspiring to. We will explore some of the wisdom and challenges of running a business in a | read more...
Environmental (1)The Yorkshire Dales provide one of England’s last strongholds for the red squirrel. On this weekend you will get to meet them up close. Hugh and Lisa are lifelong enthusiastic | read more...
Family fun (5)Join us for a half term week of marmalade sandwiches, suitcases and felt hats as we explore the adventures of the bear from Darkest Peru. Paddington’s adventures are there in | read more...
Join us for a half term week of marmalade sandwiches, suitcases and felt hats as we explore the adventures of the bear from Darkest Peru. Paddington’s adventures are there in | read more...
A pre-Christmas celebratory weekend was the very first event to occur in the life of the newly resurrected Scargill House, and we have offered guests a similar December treat ever | read more...
However you feel about all the usual New Year’s Eve shenanigans, there’s something here for everyone: chat, games, walks, films and anything else we can provide for your entertainment. Time | read more...
Something very special happens when Scargill House is transformed into Narnia. C.S. Lewis’ beloved stories come to life in a fresh way as we travel together with wonder, laughter and | read more...
Friends and Companions (3)We are so grateful for our Friends and Companions here at Scargill. Without your love, support and prayers, we would quite simply not be here. As a small token of | read more...
We are so grateful for our Friends and Companions here at Scargill. Without your love, support and prayers, we would quite simply not be here. As a small token of | read more...
The Pathway Promises which Companions share with the community make a rich and challenging rule of life. This retreat is a chance to reflect on how we’re doing and to | read more...
Come and walk the ancient tracks and paths that cross the Yorkshire Dales. We will be discovering the history of the miners in Swaledale as we head into lead mining | read more...
Join us for a half term week of marmalade sandwiches, suitcases and felt hats as we explore the adventures of the bear from Darkest Peru. Paddington’s adventures are there in | read more...
Join us for a half term week of marmalade sandwiches, suitcases and felt hats as we explore the adventures of the bear from Darkest Peru. Paddington’s adventures are there in | read more...
A pre-Christmas celebratory weekend was the very first event to occur in the life of the newly resurrected Scargill House, and we have offered guests a similar December treat ever | read more...
However you feel about all the usual New Year’s Eve shenanigans, there’s something here for everyone: chat, games, walks, films and anything else we can provide for your entertainment. Time | read more...
Interests and crafts (9)If you just love to get out on your bike, why not join us for an exciting week of cycling on the quiet roads of the Yorkshire Dales, made famous | read more...
The Yorkshire Dales provide one of England’s last strongholds for the red squirrel. On this weekend you will get to meet them up close. Hugh and Lisa are lifelong enthusiastic | read more...
Come and walk the ancient tracks and paths that cross the Yorkshire Dales. We will be discovering the history of the miners in Swaledale as we head into lead mining | read more...
Scargill is partnering once again with the Creative Arts Retreat Movement. “Exploring Creativity’ will offer an opportunity to discover ways in which the journey of faith as a Christian may | read more...
This new week focuses on processing and editing photographs so bring along some of yours to work on. You will have access to computers with different editing applications and trying | read more...
Advent is not about a sentimental waiting for Jesus: there’s a deeper understanding to be had. This is a gentle weekend encouraging us to begin resetting our priorities, and turning | read more...
An opportunity to relax and create! Is there something you enjoy doing as a hobby but never seem to have the time for; maybe photography, knitting, sewing, projects with wood, or | read more...
After the popularity of our bread making workshops here at Scargill, we couldn’t resist offering a whole weekend of bread making! The weekend will be led by mother and son team, | read more...
Join us in exploring and celebrating the wonder of creation through Scripture, prose, painting and design. A wonderful opportunity to be creative with line and colour and hopefully tap into | read more...
Life circumstances (6)This course aims to help clergy to set a new vision for the next step of their ministry, Claire, a Master Certified Coach with 30 years experience, is assisted by | read more...
A weekend of rediscovering our identities as Daughters of the King in busy lives, joyous moments and disappointments. Who are you? I am so and so’s mum/daughter/wife/sister/carer. I am a | read more...
The workshop consists of six two-hour sessions and is suitable for anyone of any age and at any stage of separation and divorce. Those experiencing the trauma of a relationship breakdown | read more...
Some days we wake to a world of crystal skies and bright possibilities. Other days it’s to thunder rattling our roofs. How can we stay strong when the storms of | read more...
A men’s retreat – escape into the adventure – in the rugged and inspiring Yorkshire Dales. We will spend time learning about how men met with God…in the wild. Extra | read more...
This weekend is for Christians who own and run a business or are aspiring to. We will explore some of the wisdom and challenges of running a business in a | read more...
Outdoor activities (5)Help manage Scargill’s wonderful gardens and estate and have plenty of time to relax too. We’ll be working hard outside in the mornings and joining other guests for the afternoon | read more...
If you just love to get out on your bike, why not join us for an exciting week of cycling on the quiet roads of the Yorkshire Dales, made famous | read more...
The Yorkshire Dales provide one of England’s last strongholds for the red squirrel. On this weekend you will get to meet them up close. Hugh and Lisa are lifelong enthusiastic | read more...
Come and walk the ancient tracks and paths that cross the Yorkshire Dales. We will be discovering the history of the miners in Swaledale as we head into lead mining | read more...
A men’s retreat – escape into the adventure – in the rugged and inspiring Yorkshire Dales. We will spend time learning about how men met with God…in the wild. Extra | read more...
Retreats and refreshing (11)A weekend of rediscovering our identities as Daughters of the King in busy lives, joyous moments and disappointments. Who are you? I am so and so’s mum/daughter/wife/sister/carer. I am a | read more...
Scargill is partnering once again with the Creative Arts Retreat Movement. “Exploring Creativity’ will offer an opportunity to discover ways in which the journey of faith as a Christian may | read more...
As we enter the dark winter months, we reflect on how God works in the hidden places of our lives, and how in these places, new life can be found. Join | read more...
Advent is not about a sentimental waiting for Jesus: there’s a deeper understanding to be had. This is a gentle weekend encouraging us to begin resetting our priorities, and turning | read more...
‘There is a time for everything under heaven.’ Ecclesiastes 3:1. ‘We already and always have the divine image within us; but we hopefully grow into the divine likeness.’ Fr. Richard | read more...
An opportunity to relax and create! Is there something you enjoy doing as a hobby but never seem to have the time for; maybe photography, knitting, sewing, projects with wood, or | read more...
Imagine sitting with God gazing out on the glorious Yorkshire landscape as you eat your meals. On this retreat, we do just that! Our team of experienced spiritual directors will | read more...
Phew! Just when you thought you couldn’t go on, along comes a weekend at Scargill designed just for you! Drop everything and book in for a rest and a treat. | read more...
After the popularity of our bread making workshops here at Scargill, we couldn’t resist offering a whole weekend of bread making! The weekend will be led by mother and son team, | read more...
Always wanted to do a retreat but never quite got round to it? Felt uncertain about how to handle the silent bits? Here’s your chance to come on a retreat | read more...
‘To come home to yourself’ is the title of one of the blessings in John O’Donohue’s book ‘Benedictus.’ It goes like this: ‘May all that is unforgiven in you be | read more...
Seasonal (4)‘There is a time for everything under heaven.’ Ecclesiastes 3:1. ‘We already and always have the divine image within us; but we hopefully grow into the divine likeness.’ Fr. Richard | read more...
A pre-Christmas celebratory weekend was the very first event to occur in the life of the newly resurrected Scargill House, and we have offered guests a similar December treat ever | read more...
However you feel about all the usual New Year’s Eve shenanigans, there’s something here for everyone: chat, games, walks, films and anything else we can provide for your entertainment. Time | read more...
Epiphany is a season when God reveals His love for His world in Jesus Christ. We will explore some of the wonderful Epiphany passages, where Magi journeyed, Jesus is dedicated | read more...
Scargill is partnering once again with the Creative Arts Retreat Movement. “Exploring Creativity’ will offer an opportunity to discover ways in which the journey of faith as a Christian may | read more...
‘There is a time for everything under heaven.’ Ecclesiastes 3:1. ‘We already and always have the divine image within us; but we hopefully grow into the divine likeness.’ Fr. Richard | read more...
Imagine sitting with God gazing out on the glorious Yorkshire landscape as you eat your meals. On this retreat, we do just that! Our team of experienced spiritual directors will | read more...
Always wanted to do a retreat but never quite got round to it? Felt uncertain about how to handle the silent bits? Here’s your chance to come on a retreat | read more...
Spiritual development (11)This course is for those who have already done a basic Enneagram course, either here or somewhere else. We will continue to explore the Enneagram system within the Christian tradition, | read more...
Time and space to re-imagine and reshape the next phase of your life. This week will be an opportunity to pause and to sense the life of God being breathed | read more...
An exploration of the need for all of us to be ‘at home’ with ourselves, with others and with God. So often this quest means the dismantling of images and | read more...
Becoming a Christian is probably the most important thing that will ever happen to us. But as the years go by, many of us discover a list of things we | read more...
Come and discover more about who you are and how God might want to shape you. We will use the Enneagram as a tool to help us grow in understanding | read more...
Imagine sitting with God gazing out on the glorious Yorkshire landscape as you eat your meals. On this retreat, we do just that! Our team of experienced spiritual directors will | read more...
Always wanted to do a retreat but never quite got round to it? Felt uncertain about how to handle the silent bits? Here’s your chance to come on a retreat | read more...
Philippians reveals that God’s definition of what is worth looking at and thinking about might be broader and less specifically religious than ours. Paul says we should warmly engage with | read more...
This course is for those who have a good working understanding of their Enneagram space. In Enneagram 3 we look at sub-types, continue to explore the Enneagram system within the | read more...
Snowdrops in February are a sign of the coming Spring and remind us of the hidden growth taking place below ground which waits to emerge and bring joy. In the | read more...
A deeper look at the centre of our faith. The Cross changes everything – it changes us, it shapes the church, it effects the world, it touches the very life of | read more...
Working holidays (2)Working holidays are a great chance to spend some of your time with us enhancing the Scargill estate and taking care of this special corner of God's creation - our 90-acre estate, woodland and gardens. You’ll spend about half the time Read more...
Help manage Scargill’s wonderful gardens and estate and have plenty of time to relax too. We’ll be working hard outside in the mornings and joining other guests for the afternoon | read more...
Help manage Scargill’s wonderful gardens and estate and have plenty of time to relax too. We’ll be working hard outside on Saturday and joining other guests in the evening and | read more...