Due to the current situation with Coronavirus we have taken the difficult decision to temporarily close The Greenhouse until at least 1st July. We will be following government guidelines and re-opening when it is safe to do so. If we are unable to accommodate your booking we will contact you. Thank you for your continued support. The Lord is still on His throne!
There are three main times in our calendar:
Led Retreats -These are focused retreats on a specific topic or theme led by speakers who are experts in their field. There is space within the retreat for both learning and reflection. When a retreat does not have exclusive use of the house, others are welcome to stay without joining in the retreat itself. Most retreats run for Mon-Fri or Fri-Sun and some are open to day visitors.
Time & Space - this is time we set aside in our programme for individual personal retreat for those over 18yrs old. The house is kept quieter in order to provide an environment that is more conducive to reflection and there are opportunities for worship and healing prayer. Individuals, couples or small groups are most welcome at this time. Our Quiet Days and Healing Services are held during Time and Space. You are welcome to come for one night or longer.
Open Time - Outside of Time and Space we are very much a venue to be used! We are perfectly located for those wanting to simply get away, use us as a base for exploring the local area or to attend an event locally. We also welcome families during these times and offer space for a variety of meetings, celebrations, courses and events such as prayer breakfasts or training events whether local or national.
We will be hosting a variety of different events here next year, look below to find out more about what’s happening here next year. If you would like us to send you our 2020 brochure then email us on [email protected] or give us a call on 01202 764776.
A silent retreat is a wonderful opportunity to press the pause button in the hustle and bustle of daily life. Above all else it affords the opportunity to get in touch with God. Other dates also available Read more
Time & Space is time we set aside in the programme for personal retreat and usually runs from Monday to Friday although you are welcome to come for the whole time or just one night. Individuals, couples or small groups are most welcome during this time and our pastoral team are on hand to pray with you if you would like. Read more
Our Quiet Days are led times of reflection, prayer and worship through which you we encourage you to draw closer to God. As the name suggests, these days are quiet but not silent. A two-course lunch is provided and you are welcome to arrive early to join in with our 9.30am daily chapel service. Read more
Beauty from Ashes aims to encourage people whose lives have been distorted or broken through loss and trauma towards faith in and dependence on Christ. They are convinced that God mends bruised and broken lives and are committed to being vessels that He uses in His work of restoration. Other dates available. Read more
The Harvesters Bournemouth Holiday is a unique retreat taking place at The Greenhouse this June. It is an amazing opportunity to take in the stunning scenery of the Dorset coast and meet lots of new people. Read more
Our friends week is a great opportunity to get together with those who support us by giving, acting and praying. If you’re not yet a friend of The Greenhouse and you would like to be then why not get in touch? Read more
Marilyn Baker Ministries Begun in the early 1980s by blind singer/songwriter Marilyn Baker. The aim of this retreat is to bring people of all abilities and ages into the healing and empowering presence of God through music, teaching and prayer. There will also be opportunity for personal prayer times with Marilyn, Tracy and their team. Other dates also available Read more
Awakening mental health in young people: With and through God you have everything you need inside……. Anthea offers an interactive and dynamic programme that has been tailor-made for those working with young people. Read more
Led by a network of couples from many different denominations and backgrounds, these weekends are transforming marriages and families in the UK and beyond through Biblical teaching on issues such as communication, prayer, sex and conflict (just to name a few) alongside modelling authentic relationships through the openness and humour of the team. Read more
Surviving the Valley of the Shadow. For those facing bereavement, marriage breakup or other traumatic loss. Beauty from Ashes aims to encourage people whose lives have been distorted or broken through loss and trauma towards faith in and dependence on Christ. They are convinced that God mends bruised and broken lives and are committed to being vessels that He uses in His work of restoration. Other dates available. Read more
Award winning author of 6 books, with a new book - ‘The Celtic Year’ - being published in 2020 (BRF); founder of Waymark Ministries (www.waymarkministries,com) and UK Deputy Guardian of the Community of Aidan and Hilda, a globally dispersed Celtic Christian community, David brings a different perspective to The Greenhouse with his passion for the early Christian church and how seekers who perhaps find it difficult to do so in mainstream church can be drawn to God through its more ancient tradit Read more
Enneagram 1 – God shaped people. Enneagram (Greek for ‘9 points’) describes nine personality types and is a powerful tool for spiritual growth through understanding ourselves and others. This weekend will be led by Ali Male and Melanie O'Reilly, both trained to teach Enneagram in the Christian tradition. Read more
This course equips Christian leaders with the skills and abilities to better understand and address the spiritual and emotional health of people going through mental health challenges. And it equips leaders themselves, with the ability to recognise and deal with stress, anxiety and burn-out issues before they become a problem. Read more