Spring Changes: A Two Claires’ Retreat
A Retreat for Christian Women
Spring Changes
A Two Claires' Retreat
A restorative retreat for women. Guided prayer, gardens, and rest. A Christ-centred trauma-informed space to prepare for your year.
Where and When:
Thursday 11th March 2027 at 5pm (doors open at 4pm)
Till Sunday 14th March 2027 at 4pm.
At Stanton House Christian Retreat Centre, in Stanton St John, Oxfordshire.
Spring Changes: A Two Claires’ Retreat
As the earth begins to stir in the quiet corners of Oxfordshire, the two Claires invite you to do the same. Spring Changes is a three-day Christian retreat at Stanton House designed specifically for women seeking a caring space to meet with the Lord and prepare for the year to come.
In the transition from winter to spring, we gather not to “hustle” or “plan,” but to listen. Through rhythms of guided prayer, worship, and Bible reflection, we will create space to notice what is budding by God’s grace in our own lives and what we are ready to leave behind in the winter soil.
Nestled in the warmth of Stanton House, you’ll find a trauma-informed environment where your unique journey and autonomy are honored—every session and prayer station is an invitation, not an obligation. Come for the times of prayer and home-cooked meals, stay for the quiet encounters and cozy spaces, and leave ready for the season ahead.
What to Expect:
- A Gentle Rhythm: Times of shared prayer and Bible reflection balanced with generous independent time.
- Creative Prayer: Thoughtfully curated prayer guides and stations to help you process your journey at your own pace.
- Engaging sessions: Gently incorporating movement, creativity, writing exercises and worship.
- True Rest: Enjoy the famous hospitality of Stanton House, featuring home-cooked meals, wonderfully comfortable bedrooms, cozy corners with easy chairs, and restorative grounds.
- A Trauma-Informed Space: We prioritize your felt safety. All activities are optional, allowing you to engage in a way that truly serves your soul.
Whether you arrive with a clear vision for 2027 or simply a need for rest, you are welcome here.
Group Size:
There’s space for seven retreatants to join the two Claires at Stanton House, adding to the homely, intimate feel of the retreat. That also means the retreat will fill up soon, so if you know you’d like to join us and you can, then do go ahead and reserve your place!
Book Your Spot Now
Spring Changes: A Two Claires' Retreat
Reserve your room now.- £545 in one payment or £575 in instalments.
About Your Facilitators
Claire Bankole
Claire Ashby
Claire B is currently working on developing a theology for trauma healing, she brings both theological depth and pastoral sensitivity to her work. She has facilitated retreats for over a decade and spent the last four years coaching and mentoring individuals in spiritual formation, leadership, and life transitions.
Claire’s life mission is to create safe, sacred spaces where hope and life can be found. She is passionate about walking alongside others as they encounter God’s renewing presence—and is especially excited to co-facilitate this retreat as a place of rest, connection, and spiritual refreshment for women.
A lover of creation, Claire B finds joy in gardening, long walks by the river, and simply watching nature flourish—reminders of the gentle, faithful rhythms of God.
Claire A brings a deep well of compassion, lived experience, and quiet strength to her work with women. Asoft tissue therapist and a BeHumankind (BHK) practitioner and facilitator, Claire continues to hold space for healing in gentle, embodied ways. She has felt the huge benefits of attending retreats for herself and notices the need for more wellness retreat opportunities for women with faith. Claire is in active recovery from co-dependency and embraces a 12-step programme, endeavouring to apply this wisdom and serenity in all areas of her life.
Claire is passionate about creating spaces where women can simply be—free from the pressure to perform, produce, or fix—spaces where rest, connection, and grace are enough.
Mother of three wonderful human beings (one of whom has already flown the nest), Claire A also shares life with a springer and slightly bonkers labrador. She finds joy in cosy jumpers, long walks in nature, and the everyday beauty of being fully human, fully present, and fully loved.
Book Your Spot Now
Spring Changes: A Two Claires' Retreat
Reserve your room now.- £545 in one payment or £575 in instalments.
FAQs
How do I pay for and secure my place?
From here the first step is to make your first payment using the payment button below. You can pay in one go or in a few instalments. Full payment is required before the start of the retreat. Your place is not secure until we have received your first payment.
What are the start and finish times for the retreat?
You can arrive any time from 4pm on Thursday to settle in, the program proper will start when we all gather at 6pm for a light dinner. On Sunday we will aim to finish and depart by 4pm.
What meals will be provided?
This is a fully catered retreat. Here are the meal times and what’s generally provided:
Breakfast: 8:30 AM (continental, in the dining room)
Morning Coffee: 10:30 AM
Lunch: 12:30 PM (2-course main meal, 12:45 PM on Sunday)
Afternoon Tea: 3:30 PM
upper: 6:00 PM (light meal: soup, bread, yoghurt, fruit, followed by tea/coffee)
Is the venue accessible for people with mobility limitations?
There is one ground floor bedroom available for those with accessibility needs. There are parking spaces close to the main house. The driveway is gravel, which may be difficult for some mobility aids. We recommend you contact the venue directly to confirm that your specific needs can be met.
What is included in the price?
Everything is covered in the price of the tickets: Three nights’ accommodation. All meals and refreshments. All retreat activities and sessions.
If I cancel will I get a full refund?
We know that life happens! If due to unforseen circumstances beyond your control you are no longer able to attend the retreat, PLEASE get in touch with us as soon as possible so that we can work together to find someone who can take your place. If someone else can take your place you will get a refund less administrative and any costs already incurred specifically on your behalf, if there is no one to take your place we will be able to refund you less administrative costs, costs already incurred specifically on your behalf and the cost of your full board and accommodation.