School Groups

Belmont Abbey was founded in 1859 and is not only a beautiful historic building but the centre of a living Monastic and Parish Community. The Monastery attached to the church is home to a community of Benedictine monks, who follow the traditional pattern of life laid down in the Rule of St. Benedict, written in the 6th Century and still followed today in the 21st Century.

HOSPITALITY

Hospitality is an important feature of the Monastic apostolate, all guests to be received as Christ (Rule of St. Benedict 53) and it is in this spirit that the community seeks to welcome students to the Abbey.
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A TOUR OF THE ABBEY

Visits generally begin with tours of the Abbey Church and the Monastery grounds; emphasis is laid on art & architecture, history or religious education, according to the school or college's choice. There are facilities for 'indoor' tours of the grounds in inclement weather.
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THE ABBEY CHURCH

Our Abbey Church is noted for it's architecture and stained glass. There are windows depicting angels, harps cymbals and more...
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EDUCATIONAL VISITS

Our facilities are used for retreats, events and educational purposes

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Educational Activities

The Education Team has developed over 100 practical activities and a similar number of paper based ones; therefore appealing to all age groups from KS1 to post graduates.

Generally a visit consists of a whole year group (usually 50, although larger groups can be accommodated with prior notice), but we are well accustomed to mixed year groups; every year we receive whole school visits from small primary schools. We are happy to welcome all faiths and all abilities.

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Archbishop Peter Smith

I was most impressed by the programme for schools & colleges. Belmont's education team is doing marvellous work. The team has the skills and experience that make the day very enjoyable.