The Restory Retreat Centre

A quiet moment down by the river. Photograph by Matilda The importance and necessity of Silence in living contemplatively and with awareness, cannot be emphasized enough. It is by quietening the mind that we become aware of the inner voice, which points the way to a more meaningful life. Although Silence plays an integral role in all of the retreats at The Restory, the following types of retreats are dedicated to Silence: Quiet days. Day visits to become quiet and centered in a safe and beautiful environment can be arranged for people who do not have the need to stay over. These days can be guided or unstructured as required. Rates are adjusted accordingly, also as to meal requirements. The rate for a basic unguided day without meals is R100.00 per person per day. Contact us  to make a booking. Silent Retreat At this retreat the value of silence in helping us gain new balance and focus in life is explored over one weekend in a gentle introduction to the age...

At the beginning of this particular year we are quite excited here at The Restory. We foresee that many things that have long been in the germinating phase will sprout and show its leaves in 2015. The Restory is becoming operational this year. We are starting with our retreats (See our Retreats page at the top of the blog) in February. On the dates not set aside for specific retreats we are receiving people for quite days and personal retreats. This all takes place against the backdrop of us being committed to live what we preach here at Barrowfield – a life with specific focus on simplicity, nature, creativity and silence. We shall therefore still be busy with our own creativity and projects in workshop and studio, seeing people for spiritual direction and our writing.  Speaking of writing: practice, mistakes and experience have helped us to consolidate our thoughts of the last couple of years and do some fine-tuning that we hope will help you, our readers, as well. ...