Regular events, activities and groups
Some of our regular activities may be limited due to coronavirus regulations. If you would like further information on anything listed below and you don’t see a contact for the particular event or group, please drop us a message and we will get in touch.
Beginners’ Meditation Class
Pilates
Join Monica Watkins on Wednesdays for beginners mat classes lasting 45 minutes starting at 10-00am and 11-00am Contact Monica at monica.watkins@btinternet.com
Hatha Yoga
Lucy Tennyson teaches relaxing Hatha Yoga to suit all ages and levels of fitness and welcomes beginners. Classes last 75minutes and start on Mondays at 2 pm, and Wednesdays at 5-15pm, and 7-00 pm. In summer Lucy’s classes often take place in the garden. Contact Lucy at yoga@lucytennyson.com for more information and to book your space.
Yoga
Led by Kate Palmer on Tuesdays. One hour classes starting at 1-30pm and 3pm at Contact Kate at palmerkap@gmail.com
Iyengar Yoga
Led by Carol Parke. Foundation/Newcomers Course on Monday evenings from 6-7pm for newcomers, complete beginners or people wanting to revisit the basics. General Courses on Monday evenings from 7:30-8:30pm or Thursday evenings from 6-7pm or 7:30 – 8:30pm. Suitable for people of all levels and experience. Contact Carol Parke on carol.parke@ntlworld.com
Meditation at St Ethelwold’s House
Mindfulness Meditation
Every Monday (excluding Bank Holidays) 12.30 – 1.15 p.m. Free or by donation. This regular group explores mindfulness and how it can be incorporated into our daily lives. Each session includes an introductory talk, a meditation practice and a chance to share experience. Group size is restricted so please contact Graham on grahammeditation@gmail.com for more information and to find out if any spaces are currently available in the group.
Simply Silence
Every Friday 12.30 – 1.15 p.m. Free or by donation. Half an hour of silent meditation introduced by a short reading or some music. The readings may be taken from different religious or spiritual traditions or may be poems. Participants in the group take it in turns to offer the introduction to the meditation. For more information contact Adrian at adrianrance220@gmail.com or Sue Sheppy at susansheppy@btinternet.com
Quaker Meeting
Abingdon Quakers meet on the first Thursday of each month at 7-30pm in the Garden Room and on the second Sunday of each month at 10.30am in the Garden Room or Garden All are welcome.
Space to Talk
If you would like to talk to someone about any issues that you feel it would be helpful to share in confidence, do contact Laura Hodges on 07738886793 to arrange a time to meet in the peace and tranquility of St Ethelwold’s House. Laura says, “In 2005 I was ordained as a Church of England priest, but my own spiritual journey led me to reject religious doctrine and I eventually resigned my orders. I am not a trained counsellor but am happy to offer a listening ear. I no longer hold any faith and regard myself as a humanist.” There is no fee charged, but if you are able to make a donation towards the running costs of St Ethelwold’s that would be much appreciated.
Counsellors
A number of counsellors meet their clients at St Ethelwolds. Contact details for them may be available at the house.
Other groups that meet at St Ethelwold’s
Abingdon Spirituality Group
Meets monthly on a Tuesday evening. Contact Pauline Sykes on 01235 523492 .
Carbon Cutters
Meets monthly. Contact Sally Reynolds at carbon.cutters@gmail.com or Susie Howard on 01235 533278.
Book group
1st Wednesday of each month at 7-30pm in the Garden Room or on zoom. New members most welcome. Contact marybuxton50@yahoo.com
Dementia Friendly Abingdon
This group holds a weekly coffee morning at St Ethelwolds on Thursdays at 10-30am for coffee, chat and information sharing. It is suitable for those suffering from or caring for someone with mild cognitive impairment or dementia. For more information email dementiafriendlyabingdon@g.mail.com