People of any faith who want a break from everyday distractions, for calm and time alone, are invited to enjoy the seclusion and silence of our Poustinias - or hermitages.
‘Poustinia’, a Russian word means a place apart. We can offer somewhere to just be in solitude and to experience the quiet stillness, serenity and peace within Waxwell's ten acres of grounds.
Both day and resident 'Poustiniks' are welcome to join the community at meals, in prayer, meditation, healing, and study. The days are yours to use as you wish. If you want help with how to spend your time, or would like some spiritual accompaniment please let us know when you book.
- Resident Poustiniks
Using food provided, you make your own breakfast and supper snacks. Lunch is eaten with the community or taken away on a tray.
- Day Poustiniks
Hot drinks can be made at any time and lunch can be eaten with the community unless you prefer to bring your own sandwiches.
Apple and Apricot
These adjacent Poustinias each consist of a spacious bed-sit with a kitchen area. There is a shared shower and toilet. They are insulated and double-glazed.
Walnut
Walnut is slightly smaller and a chalet-style construction with a bed-sitting room, kitchen, shower and toilet. There is a thermostatically controlled heating system.
Covered verandahs provide an additional sheltered seating area since each Poustinia overlooks part of the conservation area of the Grail garden.
Bedding and towels are provided in all three Poustinias.
Prices include light, heating, tea/coffee and all food where applicable.
| Length of stay |
Price |
Depost |
| One day with lunch |
£18.00 |
£5.00 |
| One day without lunch |
£12.50 |
£5.00 |
| 24 hours with lunch |
|
£10.00 |
| 24 hours without lunch |
|
£10.00 |
| 48 hours with lunch |
£51.00 |
£10.00 |
| 48 hours without lunch |
£40.00 |
£10.00 |
| 3 – 4 nights, per night |
£25.00 |
20% |
| 5 nights or more, per night |
£24.00 |
20% |
If you can pay more than we ask, your contribution will help other Puostiniks.
If you find the prices too high, please let us know.
Check availability
Please contact us to check the availability of the dates you require, and to arrange any spiritual accompaniment.
Email: waxwell@compuserve.com
Phone: 0208 866 0505
Confirm booking
To confirm a booking send the Poustinia Booking Form with deposit to:
The Grail Centre, 125 Waxwell Lane, Pinner, Middlesex HA5 3ER UK
Please make cheques payable to The Grail Society and enclose an SAE for written confirmation.
Click here for Poustinia Booking Form
For bookings and further enquiries please Contact us
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