Autumn Sunshine by Jay Ashworth

The hospitlaity was very warm and welcoming, the food was 5 star! - Ruth

The sitting room

The areas for study and prayer are very helpful in creating the right atmosphere to hear from God, the chapel is beautiful - Sandra

A place for contemplation

We really appreciated your quick responses and flexibility. Well done on encouraging wildlife and eco friendly, recycling etc. - Mark

One of the bedrooms

The Art Room was a blessing to me. I`ve been able to work on a project I brought with me. A big thank you for your welcome and leading prayers. The Lord grants us the peace and you facilitate the sense of being `at home`. - Mary

A place of beauty

The things that most blessed me during my stay at Penhurst were the peace and Viv`s food! - Gill

Art Room internal

We felt very warmly welcomed and cared for throughout our stay. The weather was lovely and we appreciated all the various places to sit outside. The art room is exceptionally well stocked. - Katharine

Art Room external

The room was wonderfully comfortable - you`ve thought of everything! It is a fabulous, peaceful, calm, inviting and beautiful place with wonderful, healthy and nourishing food. it feels like coming home to a wonderful family. - Sharon

Guests relaxing

The welcome was lovely - just enough, not too instrusive but made me feel very welcome and relaxed. The food was incredible too. - Kathryn

Orchard Rooms

A delightfully blessed week of restoration and spiritual nurture. - Gill

Happy visitors by Jay Ashworth

Lovely prayed over atmosphere. We were made to feel at home... the staff are helpful but not intrusive. There are plenty of places to be quiet, both in the house and grounds. - Margaret

Penhurst Paddock by Jay Ashworth

The house and garden provide lovely spaces for quiet reflection and meditation -

Welcome

Penhurst is a small, friendly Christian Retreat Centre where a warm welcome is offered to everyone. We also specialise in support for mission partners, cross cultural workers and full-time Christian workers from the UK and overseas.

Situated in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it is just 10 miles from the coast in the Sussex High Weald. The beauty, peace and comfort of this place create an ideal setting in which to draw closer to God and experience his love.

Comfortable full-board accommodation is available for up to 16 guests sharing 9 bedrooms including 2 ground floor en-suite rooms, one of which is fully adapted. 7 of our 9 bedrooms are ensuite. All of the rooms can be booked for single occupancy.

News

Individual and group stays or days: September to November 2024

We would love to welcome you for a retreat! Click for available dates...

The Cup of our Life: Mon 2 - Thurs 5 Sept

Last couple of spaces on this retreat focussing on spiritual awareness and growth. Click for more info...

Autumn Debriefs and Retreats for Mission and Ministry Partners

Click for information on upcoming retreats specifically for people in mission and ministry...

A Taste of Silence: Fri 6 - Sun 8 Sept

Spaces still available on this short retreat, ideal for those new to silent retreats. Click for info...

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