If you will be in school Year 13 from September 2026, we invite you to Walsingham House at Abbotswick for a 2 night residential retreat.

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Going into year 13, you may be about to make big or tough decisions about your future, wonder what God may have planned for you or where to go next.

This retreat is time to think, pray, chat with those in your year from across Essex and East London, and get a good focus for the future, right at the start of Year 13 and will take place in our beautiful retreat house Walsingham House at Abbotswick, just outside Brentwood,

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The cost will include meals, accommodation and youth-led formation

(please let us know of any allergies or medical requirements when completing your booking form).

 

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We are aware that the retreat takes place during the school week, however, many of our Diocesan secondary schools have supported students attending in the past, recognising the importance of giving young people much-needed time and space to reflect, pray and discern their next steps.

We have also carefully chosen a time of year that avoids the main examination periods, which is why the retreat takes place in early October.

Please speak to your school before committing to attend, to ensure that they are happy for you to take part and that there are no important school commitments that you would need to miss.

 

Booking Terms & Conditions

By registering for this BCYS event, you agree to the following:

  • Submission of an application does not guarantee a place on the pilgrimage.
  • If offered a place, your booking will only be confirmed once the required deposit has been received by the stated deadline.
  • The remaining balance must be paid by the published final payment date. Failure to meet payment deadlines may result in your place being withdrawn.
  • Deposits are non-refundable. Any further refunds are subject to costs already incurred by BCYS.
  • You agree to provide accurate personal, medical and emergency contact information and to inform BCYS of any changes before departure.
  • All participants must follow the BCYS Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policies. BCYS reserves the right to withdraw a participant from the event where behaviour places themselves or others at risk.
  • By registering, you consent to BCYS contacting you by email regarding your application, payments, travel arrangements and other essential information. Where you have opted in, you may also receive information about future BCYS events.
  • Photographs and videos may be taken during the event. Any use for promotional purposes will be in accordance with the parental consent provided.
  • Personal data will be processed in accordance with the Diocese of Brentwood’s Privacy Notice and will only be used for the administration and delivery of the pilgrimage.
  • BCYS reserves the right to amend the programme, travel arrangements or these terms where necessary.

By submitting your application, you confirm that you have read and agree to these Terms & Conditions.

 

If you have any questions or concerns please speak to us as soon as possible, by emailing [email protected]