NDCYS - The Briars

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22/05/2026

We’re taking 16+ from across the Diocese to Lourdes this July. Coach. Ferry. Four nights in Lourdes. One night near Paris. Disneyland on the way home.
£1,050 all in. Bursaries are available
Email [email protected] or DM us.

13/05/2026

A novena is one of the oldest and simplest forms of prayer in the Church. The word means “nine days.” The very first novena was prayed by the apostles, with Mary, in the days between the Ascension of the Lord and the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. They waited. They prayed. The Spirit came.
For these next nine days, the whole Diocese of Nottingham is being invited to do the same thing: to wait and to pray. Join us in praying the Novena this Friday on justninedays.com or add it to your Home Screen!

What an incredibly beautiful and grace-filled weekend ❤️✨ So grateful for every moment shared, every conversation, every...
10/05/2026

What an incredibly beautiful and grace-filled weekend ❤️✨

So grateful for every moment shared, every conversation, every prayer, every laugh, and every person who made this retreat so special.

To all our guest speakers, who so generously gave their time to share their gifts, talents, and faith with us — we offer our deepest thanks. Your presence, wisdom, and witness have truly inspired us. Thank you.

Special thanks to Fr Neil, Fr Jonathan, Paddie, Sr Walberga, Sr Sneha, Jasmine, Teresa, Ajish & baby Naomi, and Jerome

A huge thank you as well to our parish leaders, the team, and all the young people who brought such joy, energy, and openness throughout the weekend. This retreat would not have been the same without each one of you.

So many memories made, so many blessings received. Until next time…

06/05/2026

It’s nearly time for Sanctuary and we honestly can’t wait! 🙌✨

WHAT TO BRING:
Clothes ✔️
Toiletries ✔️
Snacks ✔️
Bible ✔️
Walking boots/wellies (or shoes you don’t mind getting muddy 🌧️) ✔️
And most importantly… an open heart ❤️

The rest? We’ve got you covered 🙌

05/05/2026

So many new things at the Briars this year thanks to you ❤️

We're hiring! 🍳The Briars Catholic Youth Retreat Centre in Crich is looking for a friendly, capable Cook to join our sma...
29/04/2026

We're hiring! 🍳

The Briars Catholic Youth Retreat Centre in Crich is looking for a friendly, capable Cook to join our small catering team.

You'll be cooking wholesome, well-presented meals for groups of up to 60+ guests on retreat with us — confident on solo shifts, happy catering for a range of dietary needs, and a great team player.

🕐 18 hours per week, term-time only + 2 additional weeks (occasional weekends) 💷 £12.60 – £14.00 per hour, depending on experience 📍 The Briars, Crich, Derbyshire 📅 Part-time, permanent (3-month probation)

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain one) and an enhanced DBS check required.
If you take pride in your cooking, enjoy a busy kitchen and want a meaningful role with a charity that supports young people, we'd love to hear from you.

👉 To apply, send your CV and a short covering letter to [email protected]. For an informal chat first, drop us an email — we're happy to talk it through.
Please share with anyone you think might be interested. 🙏

This weekend isn’t just about what happens here—it’s about what happens after.Sanctuary is more than a weekend away; it’...
28/04/2026

This weekend isn’t just about what happens here—it’s about what happens after.

Sanctuary is more than a weekend away; it’s a chance to be formed, strengthened, and sent out 🙌

“Follow me.”Not perfect.Just willing.This Good Shepherd Sunday, we pray for all vocations — each one beginning with a si...
26/04/2026

“Follow me.”

Not perfect.
Just willing.

This Good Shepherd Sunday, we pray for all vocations — each one beginning with a simple yes, a step of trust in the voice that calls us.

From the altar to everyday life,
Sanctuary is about learning to say yes to God.

Bring your altar servers to our brand new retreat Sanctuary! Experience a weekend designed especially for this ministry ...
18/12/2025

Bring your altar servers to our brand new retreat Sanctuary!

Experience a weekend designed especially for this ministry - a time of fun, friendship and renewal, where you can pause, receive and journey alongside others who share your ministry.

📅 30th Jan - 1st Feb (Arrivals from 5pm)
📍The Briars Catholic Youth Retreat Centre, Crich, DE45BW
🖥️ Download your leaders pack at NDCYS.com/sanctuary

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The Briars Catholic Youth Retreat Centre, Briars Lane, The Common, Crich
Matlock
DE45BW

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