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; you can visit Scargill on your own, come with your family, bring a church or group, or become a Working Friend.
Bible study (4)Delve into Scripture with us. Read more...
Joseph, of coloured coat fame, and Daniel, lion survivor, were both trafficked in their youth. They also had at least four more things in common. First, God had already chosen …
[This is a hybrid event with guests attending both online and in-house. See also in-house.] There are stories in the Bible which many of us learned in childhood or have …
[This is a hybrid event with guests attending both online and in-house. See also in-house.] The narrow way is not always easy. Decisions can be scary. The way of grace …
[This is a hybrid event with guests attending both online and in-house. See also in-house.] A week where we will explore the powerful biblical themes of darkness and light. In …
Family fun (6)Welcome to our summer extravaganza, whatever your age or budget (you can even bring your own tent). You’ll enjoy our packed programme with a rich mix of teaching and worship. …
Welcome to our summer extravaganza, whatever your age or budget (you can even bring your own tent). You’ll enjoy our packed programme with a rich mix of teaching and worship. …
Welcome to our summer extravaganza, whatever your age or budget (you can even bring your own tent). You’ll enjoy our packed programme with a rich mix of teaching and worship. …
With the help of the beautiful film Encanto we will explore the gift of the Bible to see what it means to be Community with Jesus who is at the …
Welcome to the kingdom of ‘Far Far Away’ as we enter into the crazy, humorous life of Shrek and his friends. Shrek said, ‘After a while you learn to ignore …
Dave Hopwood spends much of his time communicating the Bible in ways that are engaging, entertaining and surprising. He draws on contemporary media – movies, internet clips, news stories and …
Friends and Companions (3)[This is a hybrid event with people attending both in-house and on-line. See also on-line event.] We are so grateful for our Friends and Companions here at Scargill. Without your …
[This is a hybrid event with guests attending both online and in-house. See also in-house.] We are so grateful for our Friends and Companions here at Scargill. Without your love, …
[This is a hybrid event with people attending both in-house and on-line. See also on-line event.] We are so grateful for our Friends and Companions here at Scargill. Without your …
Interests and crafts (2)I always try to experience more of God’s peace and presence during the often hectic weeks prior to Christmas, and have found it helpful to set aside a special time …
Many of us enjoy crafting alone as a way to find peace in the midst of busy lives but this is an opportunity to get crafty together! Come and enjoy …
Life circumstances (4)A residential workshop working in Christian gestalt therapeutic groups with Rev Sue Rose and Rev Robin Anker-Petersen, facilitators for ’Journey into Healing’ or those who are stuck on their life …
Time and space for those who have been bereaved. An opportunity to meet other bereaved people in a beautiful and peaceful setting. Meeting in small groups there will be time …
An invitation only conference for clergy and partners offered to local Anglican Dioceses as part of their training programme. The conference runs from 11am Tuesday to after lunch on Thursday. …
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 …
Music and worship (4)Experience God’s embracing love through gospel music in a weekend filled with choir singing! To sing gospel is healing and life-giving. We will work with expression and dynamics and reflect …
There is something very compelling about the Book of Psalms; they not only lift our voice in praise and thanksgiving but they are also a response to the God of …
Learn a musical in a week! The revised ‘Saints Alive!’ tells the story of the birth of the church on the day of Pentecost from Acts 1 and 2. The …
Come join us for an uplifting and joyful weekend of singing in the surroundings of the beauty of Wharfedale led by our chaplain Mike Leigh. We will be singing songs …
Outdoor activities (3)If you just love to get out on your bike, why not join us for a week of cycling on the quiet roads of the Yorkshire Dales, made famous first …
If you just love to get out on your bike, why not join us for a week of cycling on the quiet roads of the Yorkshire Dales, made famous first …
We will be walking the fells and exploring the valley paths around Muker in Upper Swaledale and walking from Scargill onto the fells in Upper Wharfedale. We will also be …
[Note this event was previously advertised for Wed 21 June – now Mon 26 June] There will be a warm welcome for you at this online Quiet Day led by …
[Note this event was previously advertised for Sat 15 July – now Wed 19 July] There will be a warm welcome for you at this online Quiet Day led by …
There will be a warm welcome for you at this online Quiet Day led by Scargill Community. This day will be a mix of input sessions, opportunities for discussion in …
There will be a warm welcome for you at this online Quiet Day led by Scargill Community. This day will be a mix of input sessions, opportunities for discussion in …
There will be a warm welcome for you at this online Quiet Day led by Scargill Community. This day will be a mix of input sessions, opportunities for discussion in …
There will be a warm welcome for you at this online Quiet Day led by Scargill Community. This day will be a mix of input sessions, opportunities for discussion in …
There will be a warm welcome for you at this online Quiet Day led by Scargill Community. This day will be a mix of input sessions, opportunities for discussion in …
Retreats and refreshing (20)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. …
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. …
If you have reached 65, you will average another 20 years. John and Felicity have a combined age of 163 and have worked together for 50 years. They are remarkably …
The ‘wild card’ is one that turns itself into whatever is needed to win a game of cards. Paul the apostle would have understood the basic principle. Since his conversion …
A fun, practical retreat on forming and deepening adult friendship. The research is startling: friendship decreases anxiety and depression, improves our physical health, increases our happiness, and extends our lifespans. …
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. …
A retreat for ministers with their partners. These couple of days are an invitation to take some space and refreshment from the peculiar demands that those in ministry experience. An …
This course aims to help clergy to set a new vision for the next step of their ministry. Claire, a Master Certified Coach with more than 30 years’ experience, is …
[This is a hybrid event with people attending both in-house and on-line. See also on-line event.] The narrow way is not always easy. Decisions can be scary. The way of …
Whilst living in community together, Mike and Shaun developed a unique fusion of mindfulness and song, where they explore practical access points to spirituality, wellbeing and community. Come and join …
Jesus said that the Kingdom of God belongs to those who are childlike, so whatever your age you’re invited to come and play!! Playing is good for the soul, it …
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. …
Jesus’ promise of Living Water transforms the life of the Samaritan woman – but what does it mean today? Join ReSource for a retreat seeking to (re)connect with the source …
Drawing on wisdom for ministry from 2 Corinthians, and its encouragement, ‘therefore we do not lose heart’, this retreat names the demands of ministry and seeks God’s unique refreshment. In …
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. Additional …
Advent is a season of longing and waiting. We wait with joy and wonder as we look forward to the Christ child coming to us in such humility, and longing …
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 …
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. …
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. …
This year’s Lent Retreat will be led by our gifted Pastoral Team. They will guide us through some reflections on the wonder and mystery of the cross. The cross shows …
Seasonal (1)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 …
Silent Retreat (2)Imagine sitting with God gazing out on the glorious Yorkshire landscape as you eat your meals. On Individually Guided Retreats we do just that! Our team of experienced spiritual directors …
Imagine sitting with God gazing out on the glorious Yorkshire landscape as you eat your meals. On Individually Guided Retreats we do just that! Our team of experienced spiritual directors …
Spiritual development (13)[This is a hybrid event with people attending both in-house and on-line. See also in-house event.] Phil and Roy will be looking at the life principles and practices of Sabbath. Exploring …
A residential workshop working in Christian gestalt therapeutic groups with Rev Sue Rose and Rev Robin Anker-Petersen, facilitators for ’Journey into Healing’ or those who are stuck on their life …
[This is a hybrid event with people attending both in-house and on-line. See also on-line event.] Phil and Roy will be looking at the life principles and practices of Sabbath. …
An exploration of thankfulness as an often neglected dimension of our Christian lives. We easily take thankfulness for granted without actually doing it, or we do it without really meaning …
The Scargill welcome service (borrowed from Iona) says: ‘For where paths cross and pilgrims gather, there is much to share and celebrate in your name, three-in-one God, pattern of community.’ …
Come and discover more about who you are and how God might want to shape you. This is an introductory course to the Enneagram which is a tool to help …
Exploring how we can be 24/7 missional Christians in our ‘work, rest and play’! Drawing on personal experiences and sharing real-life stories of Maximum Security Prisons, Brass Bands, Filipino Street …
[This is a hybrid event with people attending both in-house and on-line. See also on-line event.] There are stories in the Bible which many of us learned in childhood or …
Come and discover more about who you are and how God might want to shape you. This is an introductory course to the Enneagram which is a tool to help …
Join an adventure of exploring the Bible creation stories afresh. Stories so familiar but often misread, where all things are possible. And they still are. David Runcorn is an Anglican …
This weekend retreat in an invitation to take some time out, relax, take a deep breath from the hurly-burly of life and reflect on our relationship with our loving God, …
This course is for those who have a good working understanding of their Enneagram space. In Enneagram 3 we look at subtypes, continue to explore the Enneagram system within the …
[This is a hybrid event with people attending both in-house and on-line. See also on-line event.] A week where we will explore the powerful biblical themes of darkness and light. …
Working holidays (1)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, working in the mornings and joining other guests for the afternoon and evening. There will …