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Julian Shrine Events

Calendar 2026

Multi-day Retreats and Residential Events

NEW DATES AVAILABLE

Summer 2026

Join us this summer on a walking pilgrimage to Walsingham. Three or four day options available. Fully guided, all-inclusive pilgrimage journey from the Julian Shrine in Norwich to the Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham. Click here for more details.

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In this Lent retreat, through silence, prayer and fellowship, we will experience together something of the message of this beautiful season. Click here for more details.

This retreat is an opportunity to learn about the practice of the Jesus Prayer, and the theology behind it. Includes daily teaching, and times praying the Jesus Prayer together. For beginners and experienced practitioners alike. Click here for more details.

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13-18 July 2026

Calligraphy and Spirituality

A Retreat with Jane Sullivan

A five day hands-on retreat exploring the art of calligraphy as a spiritual practice, led by renowned artist-scribe Jane Sullivan. Click here for more details.

A four-day guided residential retreat at the Julian Shrine, introducing the life, work and legacy of Lady Julian. Click here for more details.

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5-10 October 2026

This autumn, join us for a week's reading retreat, experiencing and exploring the mystics, both modern and medieval. Expect open fires, stacks of books, and plenty of peace and quiet. Click here for more details.

Day Events, Tours and Exhibitions

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This month, our artist-in-residence Debra Shipley is celebrating Volunteers! The bowl on display is made with used coffee and tea from our hospitality offering at the Julian Centre... Click here for more information.

12pm Fridays May - September

Free Guided Tours

Weekly on Fridays at 12pm, beginning at St Julian's church by the font, the Julian Shrine offers free guided tours of the history of the church and the story of  Julian of Norwich.

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Come enjoy a Spring morning sketching with our artist-in-residence, Debra Shipley. During the event the artist will share some of her artistic process, and encourage you to engage with this historic place in a new way. Click here for more information.

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