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Welcome ‌ to the 2012 edition of your Christian Holidays and Conferences Guide from New Life Publishing. This is now the 14th issue and continues to grow in popularity. It continues to be a great guide to keep as a reference point to find the right type of holiday you need this coming year. From walking to sunbathing; from Christian conferences to retreats: a break is great to help build up your faith, in both hot and cold weather, be it abroad or at home. In addition to the printed guide you can visit our web site www.christianholidaysandconferences.co.uk
This site is available all year round. It gives you the opportunity never to miss out on some of our great breaks. Don’t miss out. Start encouraging our advertisers today and check out what they have to offer. Write to them, email, phone, let them know you are interested in supporting the great Christian holiday industry. And wherever you choose we hope you have a great break. Barry Wilson, Sales
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The Lodge Trust, Main Street, Market Overton Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7PL Tel: 01572 768073 Self Catering Log Cabins • Rutland water within easy reach • Set in 10 acres of meadowland • One double & one twin bedroom • Wheelchair accessible throughout e-mail: bookings@lodgetrust.org.uk www.lodgecountrypark.org.uk
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SHORT HOTEL BREAKS for single Christians of All Ages in Devon and The Lake District etc. See w w w.har vesterstogether.org.uk Email harvesters@blueyonder.co.uk
Lenchwood Christian Centre Static, touring caravans and camping for relaxation, retreat, prayer, youth, conferences, events. Peaceful site.
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NEAR SOUTHWOLD Willow Cottage – Wangford, Suffolk. Sleeps up to 6/7. www.evelyn-brewer.co.uk Email brewer.cottage@yahoo.co.uk or tel: 01621 891361, mob: 07778 (FU84) 356099 CROMER NORFOLK, B&B ground floor en-suite for 8. Good walks, steam railway, leisure centre, bird (FU07) reserves. Tel 01263 824 300 TRIMINGHAM. Retreat to Norfolk in a 3birth Luxurious caravan with conservatory. Prices start from £45 per night. Pets welcome. Tel 01206 544 (GJ16) 215 SKEGNESS Newhaven Guest House. Ensuite rooms, excellent parking, B&B from £24 per person .01754 762618. www.guesthouseinskegness.co.uk (FT52)
NORTH NORFOLK, WEYBOURNE 4 Star Self-catering cottages sleeping 2-7 in pretty coastal village with two churches, shop, pub and beach. Indoor heated pool, games room and play area. Tel: Sally 01263 588 334 Email: sally.middleston@virgin.net Web: www.weybourne-holiday-cottages.co.uk (GL60)
LAKE DISTRICT DISABLED HOLIDAYS Two Eco-Log Cottages. Fantastic views. Ideal tranquil R&R on small farm. Christian owners. Tel (FT23) 015394 47421 KESWICK, LAKE DISTRICT Primrose Cottage. Self catering. Well equipped. Sleeps 5. 2 double bedrooms and single bedroom. Cot and high chair if needed. 10 minutes walk on level ground to the town centre. For further details contact (CE93) Steve Jones 01768 774 463 LAKE DISTRICT Blenheim Lodge B+B. Stay in beautiful 4-Star accommodation, with warm hospitality. Stunning Lake Windermere views and walks. Quiet and relaxing. 5 minutes walk to town centre and pier. www.blenheim-lodge.com Tel. (GK13) 01539443440 LAKEWOOD COTTAGES, Ellel Lancaster 4 Self Catering Cottages, picturesque Lakeside / Woodland Setting, enjoying the peace and tranquillity of the Lancashire countryside tel: 01524 751 053 www.lakewoodcottages.co.uk (FO72)
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SOUTH CUMBRIA detached bungalow, quiet village mid-way Lancaster/ Kendal; s/c; sleeps 5; linen supplied; pets welcome. Hughes: 0161-442 0901 or jmichaelhughes@btinternet. (GE60) com WHITBY - FARMHOUSE – Intake Farm, Littlebeck, YO22 5HA. B&B and Evening meal in picturesque valley – “Heartbeat” country in North York Moors and near coast. Tel: 01947 810 273 email: judithventress@hotmail.co.uk (GD08) SCARBOROUGH – Princess Court. On sedate South Cliff. Six spotless en-suite rooms. All diets catered for. Call for prices. 01723 501 922. (GG24) Irvin@princesscourt.co.uk SCARBOROUGH. BETHANY’S SPRING Ground and first floor. En-suite. Own lounge/kitchen. Continental breakfast. £13.50-£15.00. Close to Beach/Shops/cricket. Tel (GE77) 01723 379 145 NORTHUMBERLAND Lovely self-catering cottages with wonderful views in an ideal central and peaceful location for holiday or retreat. Dog Friendly. Weekly breaks from £300. Short breaks available. Tel: 01668 216 228 (ED88) www.fentonhillfarm.co.uk
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THREE STAR RURAL B&B and small S/C stable conversion. Ideal retreat, walking, cycling and coast. 01323 841227. www.longleysfarmcottage.co.uk & www.eastsussexselfcatering.co.uk (FJ86)
ISLE OF WIGHT ISLE OF WIGHT Bungalow. 2 Bedroom accommodating up to 6 people. Overlooking Colwell Bay. Palma Nova, Mallorca. Apartment accommodating 4/6. Excellent beaches. www.sunnybreak.co.uk (FV37) 01983 756 118
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close to Salisbury, Winchester, Southampton, and the south coast beaches. A delightful one double-bedroom cottage with ensuite. Great for exploring the magnificent New Forest, great walking area - leave car and go. Two complimentary mountain bikes. More info 01794 322393 or mobile 07913 353997
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MATLOCK Heathbank B&B, all en-suite, own parking. Close to Peak District. Tel 01629 56379. http://www.heathbank.co.uk (EC94)
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AMBERLEY WEST SUSSEX – Crossgates. B&B. Beautiful views across the wild brooks water meadow. Ideal for walking and local attractions. For further details www.woodybanks.co.uk or email woodybanks@btinternet.com or (GH54) Phone 01798 831 295
LONDON REGION THE HIGHBURY CENTRE, London. Christian guesthouse on quiet private road. Free onstreet parking. Public transport nearby. Conference facilities available. Reductions for full-time Christian workers. Tel: 0207 226 2663 www.thehighburycentre.org (CV67)
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Southwest England SOUTHWEST ENGLAND COMFORTABLE ACCOMMODATION Ensuite rooms. Wheelchair access. B&B from £25 PNpp sharing double room.Single room from £35 PN. Tel 01275 874 477. Cavell House, 1 Elton Road, Clevedon, BS21 7RA (CQ69) www.cavellhouse.com
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WO superb holidays that celebrate the roots of the Methodist Church and take in the historic sites where John and Charles Wesley lived, worked and worshipped are on offer in 2012. Christian Guild is the expert holiday and hotel company when it comes to organising brilliant breaks for Christians, so you can be sure of an excellent time in fabulous hotels if you book your Methodist Heritage holiday for summer 2012. The first holiday, from 14th – 21st July, starts on the beautiful Cornish coast where you will stay in Christian Guild’s own Treloyhan Manor Hotel. This classic hotel offers everything you’d expect in a top-class hotel, including delicious cuisine using local produce where available. Your luxury coach will then take you to local Methodist Heritage points of interest during the week, including Wesley Cottage in Trewint, now a museum containing Wesley and Methodist artefacts. As well as two full days and two half days of excursions there’s plenty of time to relax and enjoy the hotel’s beautiful grounds, St Ives and all that Cornwall has to offer. The second Methodist Heritage tour takes place from 2nd – 9th September, based at Willersley Castle Hotel in Derbyshire, then moving to the beautiful Raven Hall Hotel for three nights in the North East. You will enjoy visiting Central and Northern England, including Oxford, where the Wesley brothers met for Bible study, and a host of other historic sites, including Newbiggin Methodist Chapel in County Durham – one of the oldest Methodist churches in the world. There’s just so much to see during these Methodist Heritage breaks; you can check out the full details, itineraries and pick-up points at www.christianguild.co.uk or telephone 01629 580550 to book today.
WEST CORNWALL Self catering annex in hamlet of Seworgan between Helston and Falmouth. Sleeps 2. 4 star rated. Tel: 01326 (ED18) 340196 (EC61)
Christian Guild hotels provide the very best in Christian hospitality in some of the most beautiful parts of England. Our five superb hotels offer a warm welcome and are perfect places to get away from it all. Abbot Hall Hotel South Lakes, Cumbria 015395 32896 abbot@christianguild.co.uk
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Southwest England / Wales / Scotland / Northern Ireland / Ireland SOUTHWEST ENGLAND Splatt Farm Holidays Two Self Catering converted barns North Cornwall on working farm. Shepherds Rest: Sleeps 12. Ideal for families & groups. Buttermilk Cottage: Sleeps 4 on one level. • Short breaks • Play area • Just 10 mins from coast • Ideal for sightseeing and attractions
Rachel Bate Tel: 01566 781429 www.splattfarm.co.uk
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Higher Chapel Farm, Saltash, Cornwall Rural, quiet, peaceful; set within the Tamar valley, close to the beaches, moors and towns of Cornwall. Comfortable bedrooms, families welcome, home-cooked breakfasts. A very warm welcome awaits! 01579 350894 smjwg@tiscali.co.uk www.higherchapel.co.uk (GF31)
Overlooking the harbour and with views across Torbay, this two bedroom Fisherman’s Cottage sleeps four, with space for an extra child. Seascape has Wi-Fi and is equipped to a high standard, with many recommendations.
Brixham, Devon www.seascape-brixham.co.uk Telephone: 01278 783920
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ST IVES SPECIAL OFFER: Enjoy some peace & tranquillity in a luxury apartment with parking www.mermaidhouse.co.uk Tel 07799 (GK88) 883577. MID-DEVON Tiverton Two loverly log cabins set in beautiful countryside. Sleeps 4-6. Games room. From £195 per week. Please phone for bro(ED33) chure 01884 881 362
IRELAND IDYLLIC WEST CORK Beautiful S/C Properties Outstanding Beaches & Scenery. Discount Ferries. Under Occupancy reductions. Large groups Catered. Detailed Colour Brochures. (FD72) Kathleen 01778 571 968 A WARM WELCOME awaits you at Glencloy House in the heart of Irelands Lakeland.Cooked breakfast including free range eggs from Donald’s own rare breed hens! Picturesque country views. Web site (FL88) www.glencloyhouse.com
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WALES ABERYSTWYTH Plas Dolau Country Estate. A warm welcome in 25 acres of peaceful countryside, just 3 miles from Aberystwyth. Room for up to 45 in the mansion - lounges, meeting, dining and games rooms. Full board or use of Kitchen. Ensuite/Family rooms in the luxury guest house. Tel. 01970 617834, (GG37) www.plasdolau.co.uk. CARMARTHENSHIRE, near Llanelli. Beautifully appointed and equipped bungalow. Outstanding coastal views. 2 bedrooms / bathrooms. Sleeps max 6. Tel 01554 758876. (EI58) www.gowerview.co.uk COLWYN BAY Quiet comfortable B&B close to beach, town centre and areas Park. WIFI off road parking Hearty Welsh Breakfast. w w w.thehavencolw ynbay.co.uk (FB85) 01492 531 779 CRICCIETH – NORTH WALES Seafront self-catering group accommodation. Sleeps maximum 32 in single, twin and family rooms. Tel: 01223 561436 (FD76) www.theneptune.org.uk FAIRHAVEN CHRISTIAN HOTEL (LLANDUDNO) Andrew & Paula offer you a warm Christian welcome, a relaxed atmosphere, Good home cooked food, diets catered for and a high standard of Cleanliness overlooking Llandudno bay. All bedrooms are en-suite. Colour Brochure + info Phone 01492 878 447 email: Andrew-paula@ fairhaven -hotel.freeser ve.co.uk web: www.fairhavenhotel.com (CJ10) LLANDUDNO Beth Eden Christian Guest House. Superb views overlooking sea and Snowdonia mountains. Exceptional home cooking. We welcome individuals, couples, families, and groups of up to 30. Fellowship and Bible ministry. www.betheden.co.uk 01492 877057 (CJ13)
SCOTLAND TWO COSY character cottages on lovely Kintyre peninsular. In lea of castle, beautiful coastline and beaches within 3 miles. www.kilchristcastlecottages.iowners.net Also Rivendell, North Yorkshire (ED73) Moors, for 1-20
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SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS Inverness Area. Comfortable, well equipped farmhouse in peace location. Disabled facilities. Sleeps 8. Contact J. (FK99) Macqueen Tel 01808 521 350
FAIR VIEW, Co Londonderry. Scenic/ rural location. Facilities all rooms. Handy for golf/ horse riding & watersports. From £20 pppn. Tel Yvonne (EW40) 028 295 58240
SOLWAY COAST self-catering Cottage in peaceful open countryside. Sleeps 4. Ideal for walking, cycling, golf and bird watching. Tel 01387 880 (EG94) 436
LLANDUDNO Well appointed apartment, 200 metres from promenade, 2 double bedrooms, sleeps 5, private parking, close to amenities. Tel: (EW17) 01889 567390 RAINBOW COTTAGE HOLIDAYS Carmarthenshire Farmhouse and Cottages. Holidays - Retreats – Conferences. Log Fires, Hot Tubs, Warm Welcoming Church. www.rainbowcottageholidays.co.uk (GE84) Tel 07989851268 SNOWDONIA Brithdir, Dolgellau. Peaceful 3-bedroom chalet bungalow by stream, beautiful scenery, beach 9mls, £200-290. bnglws@blueyonder.co.uk 01902 (GF05) 731713 SNOWDONIA: Dolgellau 1 mile. Cottages (sleep 2, 5), parts country house (2, 9). Mountain views, extensive grounds. Quiet, log fires, walk/bike guidesheets. www.holidaysinwales.org.uk 01341 (GE94) 423481
THE PRETTY VILLAGE of DWYGYFYLCHI nr. Conwy, North Wales. SELF-CATERING COTTAGE located in lovely spacious grounds with stunning views - sea at front and mountains to rear. Two twin bedrooms, large lounge, kitchen and shower room. SELF-CATERING BUNGALOW (larger than cottage) with added benefit of large sunny conservatory. SELF-CATERING ANNEXE with four en-suite bedrooms (two single, a double and a twin), lounge, kitchen, etc. Also two, two bedroomed CARAVANS & one, one bedroomed caravan. Suggested donations: Cottage & Annexe: £295 per week, bungalow £320 per week, caravans £175 & £195 per week. Small Church groups/conferences up to maximum 28 persons catered for. Details on request. Brochure for self-catering breaks available from: THE OASIS, Dwygyfylchi, North Wales LL34 6PS Tel: 0845 2267027 email: mail@igo.org.UK (FC96)
TREGARON. Mobile Home to let. 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Privately sited on 15 acre smallholding. Tel: 01974 251344. Email: enquiries@ nantlaisholidayaccommodation.co.uk
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Borthaugh, Hawick, Scottish Border TD9 7LN Tel 01450 377477 Fax 01450 371080 Come apart from the everyday pressures of life. Rest and be refreshed in the peaceful ambience of the house and grounds. Enjoy the beauty of creation as you explore the lovely Border area. 3 rooms for those with disabilities. Variety of tariffs available. Visitscotland 3star GTBS Silver www.whitchester.org.uk
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Port Ban Holiday Park
Kilberry, Tarbert, Argyll PA29 6YD Tel: 01880 770224 www.portban.com
Come and enjoy fellowship, sporting activities and organised events, or relax and roam at your leisure in unspoilt countryside. Quiet, secluded seaside park with amazing views of the paps of Jura. Caravans for hire and tent pitches available. Cafe, launderette and games hall. Discounts for full-time Christian workers. (EW26)
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SPANISH CHALET, COSTAL BLANCA Quiet, private patio, seasonal pool, sleeps 4, from £100 p/wk. Visit: www.myorganiser.com/spain.htm Email: myorganiser@aol.com Call: (FP91) 07932-642884 A BEAUTIFUL 2 bedroom villa facing the sea on the costa Del Sol. Three terraces and swimming pool. Great rental prospects. £149,000 Contact:- michael_chitty@hotmail.com Tel:-0034952508271 (Spanish land(GO20) line)
It’s learning by doing Young people enjoy the experiential learning style of residential events. Whether that’s team skills as they struggle to put up the tent in the dark that should have gone up earlier in the day, or, perhaps, by trying the climbing tower that they never dreamed they would have the faith to scale. They are living and learning in a dynamic, active environment.
SPAINS COAST Quiet Family Self- catering accommodation – beside beach/town. Sunshine all seasons. Special Rates – couples. Also Accommodation Northern Ireland. Contact 0284 273 8559 www.christiancoastalapartments.com (EJ10)
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REST OF WORLD ISRAEL Next year in Jerusalem! with Pastor Peter Smith. 10 days September 2012. Full info. from psmith6724@o2.co.uk; Tel: 028 2565 (GK09) 2742.
FLORIDA 6 Bedroom Villa. Private heated pool – lake view. Quiet location. 10 mins shops/ restaurants. 20 mins Disney etc. Contact 0284 273 8559 www.christiancoastalapartments.com (EJ10)
CONFERENCES & VENUES PENTRENANT HALL Quality group accommodation. Competitive selfcatering rates for 20-53 persons. Various recreational facilities (inc. outdoor pool) on 5 acre site. One hour from West Midlands. Further details and brochure from Peter Rees, Pentrenant Hall, Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6TG. Tel. 01588-620450 www.christianholidaycentre.co.uk (DZ62)
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Coastal Villa 3 big bedrooms, sleeps 6, 2 bathrooms. Large pool (private), BBQ, sun terrace - from £400/wk in season Tel. 01889 567390 rbullock@btconnect.com
PAPHOS, CYPRUS A beautiful villa comprising of three bedrooms, three bathrooms, roof terrace with BBQ & large pool. Call Steve or Angela on 01765 600933 / 07767 336 707 (EZ96)
FOR SALE: SPANISH PROPERTY AT CALPE, ALICANTE. 4yr old. Fully furnished. Quiet residential location on edge of greenbelt. Mountain Views.10 minutes to coast. 3 Double Bedrooms. Open plan Lounge, Dining Room, Kitchen.A/C. Covered patio. Garden.Car-port. Shared use of Large Pool. Exceptional value £165,000 or exchange for home in Britain. Phone 01304 829560 (Eve(GJ13) nings)
Costa Blanca Great Location
It’s a chance to be with their peers Faith and fun are absorbed by sharing with others of their own age. The chance to discuss issues that you wouldn’t do with your parents! The opportunity for ‘late into the night’ debates where faith is owned and honed. It’s informal and, by and large, the young people themselves set the agenda.
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Four Great Reasons continued It’s a chance to be outdoors It’s not surprising that Jesus used the outdoors to convey spiritual truth so many times during his ministry on earth. We are just that bit closer to listening to the Creator when we are in among his creation. Looking at the stars, late one evening, gets life into perspective. Away from the urban jungle, the frenetic pace of school life and (in most cases) the technology dependent culture – gives space for living with a new perspective. (There are still opportunities to go to computer holidays if life without a terminal is just too much!)
I t’s a contemporary demonstration of the gospel Camps, holidays and festivals are a 21st century way to demonstrate the Christian faith. You see it, experience it, breath it, live it out, rub shoulders with adult helpers that have time to engage in debate, answer questions and pray. It’s also fun, in a world dominated by tests and exam results, pressures of time and achievement…it’s fun to just ‘be’.
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A VERY SPECIAL VENUE Day or Residential Conferences, Training Events, Seminars, School/College and Youth Trips, Church Weekends, Holidays, Individual Breaks and B&B, Group Outings and Special Celebrations
• Accommodation for over 100 guests • Interesting Castle buildings and stunning Chapel • Modern meeting, conference and function rooms • Beautiful spacious grounds with walled garden • In and outdoor games facilities • Home-cooked food – Special diets catered for • Well-stocked gift shop and comfortable licensed bar • Ample free, safe parking for cars and coaches • Friendly staff
For further information tel: 01947 600051 e-mail: reception@sneatoncastle.co.uk or visit: www.sneatoncastle.co.uk Sneaton Castle Centre Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 3QN
With something for everyone throughout the year, in the heart of the Devon countryside, we offer 6 comfortable and well-equipped self-catering cottages sleeping from 2 to 14 people.
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Hollybush Christian Fellowship 2012 Diary Dates Client:
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All’s Well ? Holidays don’t always work out as hoped, as our reporter James Hastings found out on a trip to Canterbury
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never expected to end up in a police cell following a visit to two of the holiest places in the country. After drinking at a well named in honour of a certain saint (I will spare her heavenly blushes) I staggered into Canterbury Accident & Emergency. ‘Have you drunk untreated water?’ wheezed the doctor. ‘It’s given you a kidney infection.’ Not wanting to grass on the divine lady and her obviously putrid well, I blamed it on too much of the local brew. ‘You’re a bit old for that 18-30 holiday caper,’ sneered Dr Death. He handed me a prescription then told me my bed was needed. So, at ten minutes to midnight, I hobbled into the nearby police station. I explained to the desk sergeant that I couldn’t get a train until 10am the following morning. ‘May I have a cell for the night?’ I pleaded. Hearing my thick Glasgow accent, he smiled, ‘You’re a long way from home.’ I wanted to growl like a true East End hard man. In truth, I just wanted my mummy. After taking my details and my shoelaces, he led me to a cell. A mattress was the only thing not made of concrete. Or maybe it was. Prison campaigners often say that boredom and loss of liberty are the worst injustices about being inside. I believe it’s using a toilet while a police officer stands guard two feet away. I’m sure it was no picnic for him either. I lay on my mattress, thinking about the ancient pilgrims to Canterbury. How they braved highwaymen, disease and unknown roads. I thanked God I was still alive, if not exactly kicking. I thanked him for the kind officer who phoned my wife to say I was fine. I thanked him for the cup of tea he brought me. A message on the cell wall above me read: ‘Bob was here.’ I wondered where Bob was now. I dreamt we were both working at a certain saint’s well, putting up ‘Elf ‘n’ Safety’ notices which read: ‘No photography. Mind the step. Don’t drink the water.’
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ABERDEEN: Visit our vibrant family Church in the heart of Aberdeen at 50 Marischal Street, AB11 5AL. You’ll be welcomed warmly Sunday at (CI24) 11am. ALTRINCHAM The Upper Room Christian Fellowship, The Downs. Sunday services 10:15am and 6:30pm. Enquiries: 0161 282 6676.
BRISLINGTON CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: Part of the Elim Pentecostal Churches. We meet every Sunday at 18:30pm, at The Community Centre, Hungerford Road, BS4 5EX. Contact Jim on 0117 986 2394. For more information about ourselves and Evidence Ministries see www.evidenceministries.co.uk. (ET13)
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Stifford Road (Off Aveley Close), Aveley, Essex, RM15 4AB.
We invite you to join us on Sundays at 10.30 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. as we meet together to praise and worship the Lord. We look forward to giving you a warm welcome very soon. Why not share in the love of Jesus by phoning or visiting the website: www.aveleychurch.org.uk Pastors Alan & Lydia Field, 01708 402373 or 07828 747280
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CARLISLE: Join us on our journey of adventurous faith! We meet at St Paul’s, St Paul’s Square, CA1 1AE, on Sundays at 10:45am (crèche available) visit www.elimcarlisle.org for (EO10) information.
AT THE HEART OF THE CHILTERNS
10:30am & 6:30pm
0121 236 2997 www.birminghamcc.co.uk
Within easy reach of Nuneaton on the A444 and the A5. EN93
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Dementia care Our home manager specialises in dementia care and our staff receive regular training.
Call us on 0300 303 1465 Fax: 0300 303 1469 Email: wellsborough@pilgrimsfriend.org.uk
Sundays 11am and 6pm
CAMELFORD: Soul’s Harbour Church We meet at The Clease, Camelford, PL32 9QX Sunday Service 10:45am Info available at (CT41) www.soulsharbour.com
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Respite care Do you need a break? Here, in the heart of the countryside in Wellsborough, you will find tranquillity, companionship, loving Christian care and spiritual support.
Bromford Drive, Bromford Bridge, Birmingham B36 8QS 0121 748 7081 or 07745 100942
BODMIN All welcome at ‘New Life Christian Fellowship’, Bodmin at 10.30am and 6.30pm on Sundays at Chapel Lane (off Fore St) PL31 2LH. (CN86) www.newlifebodmin.org.uk
For details of where we meet visit our web site or give us a call. 28 High Street, Princes Risborough, Bucks HP27 0AX 01844 275822 www.chilterns.org.uk Senior Pastor: Geoff Blease 01844 344556 EN91
CLITHEROE COMMUNITY CHURCH: Join us in partnership with the Holy Spirit, enjoying the life that only Jesus can bring! Every Sunday at 10:30, The Kings Centre, Millthorne Ave, BB7 2LE. www.clitheroecommunitychurch.co.uk (GI20)
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HOLIDAY FELLOWSHIP - CHURCHES TO VISIT WHILE ON YOUR HOLIDAY
Matlock: 29 Chesterfield Road, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 3DQ Tel: 01629 55755 Wirksworth: Chapel Lane, Wirksworth, Derbyshire DE4 4FF Tel: 01629 824097
Hainault Road, Leytonstone, London E11
Open all Summer !!
Sunday Services: 11.00 a.m. & 6.30 p.m. Mid-week Prayer Meeting: Weds 8.00 p.m.
Find us at: 68 Elm Grove (opposite Blockbusters)
Telephone 0208 539 2286 E-mail elimleytonstone@aol.com
Sunday am: 10:30 Sunday pm: 5:00 Contact us at
www.daleschristiancentre.org.uk Sunday Services: Morning 10:30 both locations Evening 18:00 Matlock (2nd & 4th Sunday in month) 18:00 Wirksworth (1st, 3rd & 5th Sunday in month)
New Life Christian Centre Normanton Road Derby, DE23 6UU
www.haylingelim.co.uk
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HORNSEA: Market Place Pentecostal Church meet at 47 Market Place, HU18 1AW every Sunday at 10:30am and 18:00pm. All are welcome. (DK44) ILFORD: City Gates Christian Centre. Serving the community in Ilford and the surrounding boroughs. Please visit www.citygates.org.uk for (EN89) Venues and Service Times.
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in Eastbourne Hartfield Road, BN21 2ET
Sundays 10:30am Visit our website www.elimeastbourne.org.uk or call 01323 731843
Leading the people of Eastbourne into the Presence of God EK35 The Harbour Church, Falmouth A fresh expression of church in the heart of Falmouth’s harbour area. We meet at the Learning Room in The National Maritime Museum, Falmouth, TR11 3QY. Every Sunday at 10:30am
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Launceston Community Church
Why not come and join us in the beautiful market town of Launceston? We meet every Sunday at 10:30am at St Joseph’s School, St Stephens Hill, Launceston, Cornwall PL15 8HN Tel: 01566 781429 www.launcestoncommunitychurch.co.uk
LEICESTER Apostolic Church New Life Centre, Sanvey Lane, Aylestone, Leicester LE2 8NF. Main services: Sunday 10.30am worship, Bible ministry and Communion. Wednesday 19:00pm Bible study and prayer. Also 1st Sunday Of the month 18:00 Gospel Service: Pastor Richard Forman telephone 0116 275 2582 (CW05) everyone welcome.
Why not visit the very 1st Elim Church in England?! We meet on Sundays at 10:30am and 18:30pm at Leigh Elim Church, Glendale Gardens, Leigh on Sea, SS9 2BE
All are welcome! www.elimleigh.co.uk
FALMOUTH New Life Church – gateway to the south coast. Meet on Dracaena Avenue, Falmouth, TR11 2EG on Sundays at 10.30am. A warm welcome awaits you. Contact us on 01326 313 004 or email us info@ falmouthnewlifechurch.org.uk (CL88)
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Sunday: 10am Wednesday: Bible Study/Prayer, 7pm First Friday: 10pm – Night Vigil
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MARGATE: Join New Life Family Church in sharing God’s word in an atmosphere of spiritual excellence, love and service. We meet on Church Street CT9 1ST, 10:00am Sunday. (DH15) www.nlfchurch.co.uk MONKWEARMOUTH Christian Fellowship, All Saints Hall, Fulwell Rd Sunderland. SR6 9QR. Where “The Fire of the Lord Fell” Sunday (EM40) 10-30am, call 07989945854. (EN60)
Motherwell Elim Christian Centre Airbles Road, ML1 2TN Sunday Services: 11:00 & 18:30 Visit: www.motherwellelim.org.uk Looking forward to giving you a great Scottish welcome! “A people with Passion for Jesus A people with Purpose to share God’s Love”
NOTTINGHAM: Bulwell Christian Fellowship. Strelley Street, NG68FR. Come along to our Young Church 10:00am, Morning Praise 10:45am and All Age Gospel 18:30 Every Sunday. Find us on (CD44) www.findachurch.com
173 Upper Richmond Road West, East Sheen, London SW14 8DU
Sunday Service: 10.30am
Tel: 020 8878 7252
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PONTYPRIDD: Gateway Community Church (Elim): Thurston Road, Pontypridd CF37 4RH. Services every Sunday, 10:30am, 18:00pm. Other services as announced. Minister: Pastor Phillip Thomas. Tel 01443 (EL29) 493203 READING Assemblies of God Christian Centre (Mount Zion). Sundays 11am and 6.30pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays 7.30pm. Enquiries Tel: (AC01) 01252 872 754. RETFORD Retford New Life Church Centre, 26-32 Bridgegate, Retford, Notts. Sunday Morning meeting 10.30am With Children’s church Sunday Evening 6.30pm. Everyone welcome. Contact 01777 711377. (CA36) www.newliferetford.org.uk RIVERWAY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, West Kirby, Wirral, Merseyside. CH48 4EQ. Amidst sea, sand and stunning scenery. Come join us for spiritual refreshment. (EO02) www.riverway.org.uk SAFFRON WALDEN, New Life Church. Shire Hill. Sundays 10.30am & 6.30pm. For details call Pastor R Ellalasingham on 01799 506045 Visit: (DL73) www.nlpc.co.uk
SCARBOROUGH
On the West Coast of Scotland
Join us in worship Sunday 11:00am Soroba Road, Oban. Argyll. PA34 4PH Tel. 01631 570485
PARKSIDE Elim Pentecostal Church
Ministers: Victor K. Macarthy
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PAIGNTON: Living Waters Church, Torquay Road, TQ3 2DQ. Sundays 10:30am, 18:00pm. We have a thriving congregation and are passionate about God. www.lwchurch.org.uk
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Scarborough Christian Fellowship Come and share in our passion for Scarborough and Jesus Christ Our vision is simply to know Christ, share Him with others and grow in Faith! Join us every Sunday at 11:00am YO11 1XE (EL51)
HARTLEPOOL - Elim Living Waters Christian Fellowship Whitby Street TS24 7AD Sundays 10.30am and 6.30pm. Look forward to seeing to. For further information Contact Pastor Colin Sawtell 07828 0937 28 or email csawtell@talk21.com (GK35)
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The Dales Christian Centre (AOG)
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COATBRIDGE ELIM CHURCH: Join our relaxed family atmosphere every Sunday 11am and 6pm on King Street, ML5 1JE. Visit (EL64) www.elimcoatbridge.co.uk
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‘I found God in a Caravan Park!’ B
arrie Townsend spent a quarter of a century wondering whether God existed - and then found him on a holiday caravan site. The former motor trade executive had his first encounter with Christianity as a 15-year-old schoolboy. But it was only in his early 40s, that Barrie finally gave his heart to Jesus during a wet weekend at a caravan park full of holidaymakers. In fact, he felt such a relief at finally coming to faith, that he made a round trip of 108 miles just to attend a Sunday church service. ‘More than anything, when I became a Christian, I felt a tremendous sense of relief,’ says Barrie. ‘For years, God had been calling me and while I had not really resisted, I suppose you could say I didn’t respond very well.’ From an early age, Barrie, from Kent, had an interest in the motor trade. Working his way up the corporate ladder, he held a number of senior executive posts in his 45 years service in the industry. Like many people, he attended church as a youngster, but it seemed distant from his real life of schoolwork then raising a family and building a career. It was when Barrie and wife Marie took up caravanning, that God finally broke through. The couple had moved to Devon and most weekends, travelled around the South West. At a camp in the Quantock Hills, they met a Christian couple and became instant friends. ‘It wasn’t so much what they said, it was more how they treated us,’ says Barrie. ‘They couldn’t do enough to help us. Their attitude was one of unconditional love and it was genuine, not just for show. I went to their church and the sheer joy just overwhelmed me. In fact, I loved the service so much, we would drive up from Devon every week just to attend – a journey of some 100 miles.’ Now he has retired, Barrie has no time to spend on the golf course. He has founded a new company with an emphasis on profit performance.
HOLIDAY FELLOWSHIP SHANKLIN Isle of Wight, Living Waters Fellowship, 29, Victoria Avenue.Sundays 2.30pm (Service). Thursdays 10.30am (Prayer) Celebration of Yearly Feasts [See Newsletter for current details] Enquiries & Monthly Newsletter (01983) 863683, livingwaters.iw@btinternet.com or (CA52) livingwaters.iw@gmail.com SHELFIELD: New Life Pentecostal Church WS4 1QA. Welcome to our family service, Sundays at 10:45am + 18:30pm. A lively and growing young Church! (GI73) www.nlpconline.org.uk SOUTH KENT COMMUNITY CHURCH; We exist to demonstrate the Love of God and serve His purpose in Folkestone, Hythe and surrounding areas. Visit (ER96) www.skcc.info for details
WEMBLEY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Pentecostal church close to Wembley Stadium. Sattavis Patidar Centre, HA9 9PG. Sunday 3 pm 4pm and 5pm till 7-30pm. Pastor George (GF41) 07886 923 237 WEST BROMWICH Community Church: Come and join us in making Jesus known! Sunday Service starts 11:00am , Victoria Street B70 8EX (EM70) www.elimwestbrom.com WESTCLIFF-ON-SEA: St Michael & All Angels meet at 62 Leigh Road at 10:30am Sundays. All information about our Fellowship available at (FC47) www.stmichaels.me.uk WHITBY: New Life Church, Green Lane Centre, YO11 1JF. We meet every Sunday at 15:00pm, you can be (CT04) sure of a warm welcome. WILLOWS COMMUNITY CHURCH, Wingate Road, Grimsby, DN379JD Sundays 10am and 6pm All welcome For more information contact 07717744608 www.willowscommunitychurch.org.uk rich@willowscommunitychurch.org.uk (EU56)
WITNEY, Elim Christian Fellowship – West End OX28 1NQ – A warm welcome visits all our visitors. Sundays 10.30am. For further details www. elimchristianfellowshipwitney.co.uk (EL75) or phone 0199-385 1702 His Place Community Church Christian Centre
Duke Road, Silverhill, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex. Welcomes you Sundays: 10.30am & 6.30pm Wednesdays: 6.30pm - Worship 8pm - Bible Study Saturdays: Healing Rooms (10am - 12 noon) Minister: Chris Sears MBE 01424 426723 Email: gyn.horn@hotmail.co.uk
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ALDERSHOT: Elim: www.hope-now.org.uk
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ASHINGDON, RAYLEIGH AND SOUTHEND-ON-SEA Elim (DU82) www.estuarygroup.co.uk (CN12)
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Rooted and Grounded in the Word of God We invite you to join us for: Sunday worship: 10.30am – 1pm Saturday Bible Study: 6pm – 8pm place of worship: St. Nicholas Community Centre, 59 Canterbury Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 4LJ mobile: 07909940594 email: pastorkojowood@aol.com
CARDIFF City Temple: www.citytemple.info
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CRAWLEY: Visit Elim Crawley www.elim-church.org.uk
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DEAL - Assemblies of God: www.dealpentecostal.co.uk
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ISLE OF MAN Onchan Elim: www.onchanelim.com
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PLYMOUTH Engage: www.engagechurch.org.uk
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PRESTON Elim: www.elimpreston.org.uk
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SWALLOWNEST BAPTIST CHURCH: Pastor Malcolm Purdy welcomes you to fellowship with us on Sunday at 10:30am at Worksop Road, S26 4AW. Visit www.swallownestbaptist.org.uk (FE30)
ULVERSTON, Cumbria: A warm welcome awaits at Emmanuel Christian Centre.A lively and committed Church in the southern Lake District. Sundays 10:30am (CS79) www.emmanuelcc.org.uk
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Otford Manor
Israel & Summer Winter Palestine
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£228
for 10 days including return travel, all taxes and full board accommodation after arrival.
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£178
for 10 days including return travel, all taxes and full board accommodation after arrival.
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£996
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for 9 days half board hotel, return flights and all taxes. Excursions: £88.
£68
for full-board accommodation for a weekend. (3 meals on Saturday and 2 on Sunday)
With over 80 holidays to choose from in the summer: where would you choose to explore with Oak Hall?
This season, 125 winter holidays head to the magnificent mountains of Austria, Switzerland and Italy.
See the Scriptures in a new light on a study tour packed with interest. Explore where Bible events took place:
Beautiful Otford Manor is home of Oak Hall Expeditions and an ideal venue for conferences and church weekends.
• Squares of Venice or the winding lanes of the Loire Valley? • Montenegrin islands or Nepalese mountain trails? • Desert dunes of the Sahara or Icelandic glaciers?
• Snow - There’s nothing like it. Bright, crisp, fresh. Trees draped in it, step to hear it “crump”, slide to hear it sigh... • Mountains - Jagged or rolling, embraced by glaciers, waterfalls cascading: life is two-dimensional without them. • Alpine Air - The ultimate natural detox. Liberatingly light, pure as ice - fill your lungs with it! • Friendships - It’s just excellent to be together – first time or thirty-first, you’ll soon feel part of this... • Creator - Surrounded by His handiwork and with the Bible open each evening - experience Him drawing you closer. • Oak Hall - Bringing these unique ingredients together - a Christian team who welcome all joining us, we want to honour Jesus Christ in all we do.
• Jerusalem: city gates & busy bazaars • Mount of Olives and Gethsemane • The peaceful garden tomb • The fields at Bethlehem • Surprises in the Judean Desert • The Dead Sea Scrolls • The beautiful En Gedi Oasis • Masada - the desert fortress • Sunshine at the Dead Sea • The ancient tel at Jericho • Along the Jordan valley • Capernaum by blue Galilee • Across Lake Galilee by boat • Old and New Testament archaeology • The springs of Mount Hermon • The busy streets of Nazareth • Fortress Megiddo above Armageddon
• Magnificent manor house overlooking the Weald of Kent • Hearty meals served in the grand Tudor Dining Hall • Variety of conference rooms for up to 200 guests • Terrace swimming pool and games room • Relaxing walks in our 150 acres of grounds • A tranquil setting for learning from God’s Word • Easy access to London yet high in the hills of the North Downs
Oak Hall Summers: “The adventure continues...”
See you in the mountains this winter!
A warm welcome awaits!
Oak Hall have been travelling to Israel for over thirty years. Ideal for all ages, enjoy being with a friendly group for the study tour of a lifetime.
Welcome! Contact us on 01732 763131 or office@oakhall.co.uk
visit us at www.OakHall.co.uk to browse and book your choice...