THIS RETREAT IS NOW SOLD OUT. TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE RESERVE LIST IN CASE OF LAST MINUTE CANCELATIONS CONTACT DEBBIE ON 07817 868859

(*Some people have asked what the difference is between The Mystery Experience Retreat and this Gnostic Mystery Experience Retreat? The difference is that in the Gnostic retreat I will focus on the Gnostic philosophy I explore in my books with Peter Gandy on Christianity and Paganism, whereas generally I focus on the paralogical philosophy I have developed in my later books without referencing any particular spiritual tradition. Otherwise the experience of awakening we will explore and the practices I will share are the same. Both are suitable to those coming to a retreat with me for the first time.)

What is the realization of Gnosis? What is it to experience the Christ within? If you'd like to know from your own experience then join Gnostic philosopher T!M FREKE for this life-transforming spiritual retreat

Tim first became well known for his international bestseller The Jesus Mysteries on Christian Gnosticism, written with his dear friend Peter Gandy. His new approach to awakening, which led to The Mystery Experience book and retreat, developed organically from his Gnostic studies. So this is a return to his roots for Tim and a rare opportunity for you to hear him share this ancient wisdom.

During this retreat T!M will explore ancient Christian and Pagan philosophy, along with some powerfully transformative practices, to lead you directly to the experience of gnosis and the discovery of the Christ within. He will suggest a revolutionary new understanding of the true message of the original Christians, which can still bring profound transformation to us today, and guide you to a personally experience of agape or 'big love', which forms the sacred heart of Gnostic Christianity.

During the retreat Tim will share with you a number of deep awake practices that he has developed over the last 15 years, which offer an easy, effective and immediate way to wakeup to gnosis and feel the big love. These include his 'I to I connecting' practices that will enable you to reach through the separateness and connect with others 'I to I' – 'deep self to deep self'. This Gnostic retreat will include a Mystery Experience Ceremony on the Saturday night.

Tim's retreats are powerfully transformative, but extremely playful and great fun. They attract men and woman of all ages and backgrounds, some of whom are long-time spiritual adventurers and others who are new to the possibility of awakening. Tim does all he can to make people feel safe, so that they can dare to dive into the mystery together. He enables everyone to relax and be themselves, so that waking up becomes an effortless delight.

SCHEDULE

Arrival at Abbey House from 14.30. The retreat will run from 17.00 on day 1 to 15.15 on day 3. Tim is present and personally involved throughout the retreat. VIEW SCHEDULE

Please note this retreat is starting a little earlier than previous retreats at Abbey House.

BEAUTIFUL ABBEY HOUSE AND MAGICAL GLASTONBURY

The retreat will be held in the beautiful Abbey House in Glastonbury UK. Accommodation is in single or twin rooms. It is possible to attend the retreat and organise your own accommodation. All food is lacto-vegetarian. Specific dietary requirements are catered for when possible.

Glastonbury is a magical little town, which was an ancient centre for Pagan and Christian initiation. Glastonbury Tor, an ancient Pagan sacred mound, is said to be the Isle of Avalon of Arthurian legend.The Abbey House overlooks Glastonbury Abbey Ruins and guests enjoy the privilege of access to the ruins from the gardens. The retreat is packed with experiences and there is not a lot of free time, so you may want consider coming early or staying over to explore Glastonbury. It is often possible to book extra nights ‘Bed and Breakfast’ at The Abbey House. Information on the many places of local interest HERE

Glastonbury lies in the southwest of England, about 125 miles or 220km west of London and 28 miles or 40km south of the city of Bristol. The nearest railway station is Castle Cary, which is a 25 minute taxi journey away from Glastonbury. You could also take the train to Bristol station and from there a bus to Glastonbury. Our local airport is Bristol International. Those flying in to Heathrow or Gatwick will need to take a train to Castle Cary or to Bristol (via Reading or London Paddington). There is more detailed information about getting to The Abbey House, Glastonbury available online HERE and HERE.

ROOMS

Single and twin rooms are available.

There are 2 twin rooms with ensuite that you can book for 2.

If you book a twin room and specifically want to share with someone you are coming with please email [email protected]. Otherwise you will be allocated a same sex sharing partner.

COST AND BOOKING

Our charges for the Abbey House have increased again this year, as have other costs, so the there is a slight price increase. However, to keep the retreat as accessible as possible we have decided to actually cut the price for our early bird tickets to give you a £30 discount, so if you book now the cost will be the same or even less than last year!

We believe in being transparent about our charges, because this work is primarily about our collective transformation, not money! So we'd like you to know that around £190 of your costs cover food and accommodation at The Abbey House. This means that on an early bird ticket payment to cover T!M's wisdom teachings and his completely committed presence through the retreat, - as well as our administration, website, publicity and other costs - can be as low as £124.

If you have any questions about whether this retreat is right for you or would prefer to speak to someone rather than book online please contact Debbie O'Shea-Freke : [email protected] / UK (0)781 786 8859

You can book a place online now with a deposit. The full amount is payable 2 months before the retreat. If you would prefer to pay by cheque, bank transfer or installments, please contact Debbie. In case of real need there are also a limited number of bursary places. To apply for a bursary place contact Debbie.

If for any reason you need to cancel we will be happy to offer a complete refund minus £8 to cover paypal and other admin costs. We will also be pleased to transfer you to another retreat of your choice. This offer is valid up to 2 months before the start of the retreat, after which time we have payment commitments to the Abbey House and are unable to guarantee a refund.