Launde Abbey

02/06/2026

A few highlights from last week’s Icon Painting Retreat 📸🎨

This retreat is always incredibly popular and manages to sell out every time! It’s a wonderful opportunity to learn the art of icon painting while enjoying the peace and quiet of Launde Abbey.

There are only a few places left for our December retreat, so don’t wait too long to book:

https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/icon-painting-retreat-2026/

26/05/2026

What a beautiful day for our Labyrinth Retreat ☀️🌿

Led by Nickie Fidgin, retreatants spent the morning around the grounds beneath the trees, taking time to reflect on being rooted and grounded, before later walking the labyrinth together.

With temperatures reaching over 30°C today, the shade from the trees has been especially welcome as everyone enjoys the peace and stillness of the Abbey grounds. ✨

21/05/2026

No two days are ever the same here at Launde Abbey!

A resident Tai Chi group were exercising on the old tennis lawn to the faint backdrop of rumbling motorcycle engines (over 150 of them!), which themselves were harmonising with a Choral Group who were filling our Chapel with beautiful song. A strange but delightful array of activity, which our other guests and visitors found exceedingly interesting.

It was a delight to welcome and the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, who were using Launde Abbey as their muster point before riding on to Ashby Folville for a great cause – .

20/05/2026

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20/05/2026

There’s still time to join us for the Rural Mission Hub Overnight Retreat at Launde Abbey, starting tomorrow.

If you’re involved in rural ministry, this is a chance to step away, reflect, pray, and connect with others serving in rural contexts.

Places are still available, and it’s not too late to book. While this is an overnight retreat, we would also love to welcome people who are only able to attend during the day on Thursday.

To find out more or book your place, visit our website or get in touch with the team today.

Share wisdom and companionship with others in rural pioneering ministry with led reflection, personal prayer and mutual learning.

14/05/2026

These last few weeks have given us some beautiful glimpses of spring around site - bright mornings, fresh green spaces, and plenty of sunshine enjoyed by visitors, guests, and café regulars alike. ☀️📸

After yesterday’s hail and rain, we’re especially hoping the warmer weather makes a return soon… perhaps next week 👀 Until then, we’ll keep enjoying the changing skies and keeping an eye on the forecast!

13/05/2026

The famous Launde Abbey cookies 🍪

We love giving these to our guests staying with us as a little mid-morning treat alongside their refreshments — and recently we’ve been trialling some new double chocolate ones too! 🍫

We also offer cakes and more, with gluten free and vegan options.

Something to look forward to when visiting...