The Iona Community warmly invites you to stay in Iona Abbey as our guest. Whether you are on pilgrimage to Iona, looking for a few days retreat or an engaging week-long programme, come and join us in community life and in the work and worship that frames our day.
During your stay at Iona Abbey, you’ll meet other guests inspired by justice and peace and the concerns of the Iona Community. We explore faith, take part in creative activities, and create community sharing meals together.
Guest, volunteers and staff share the practical tasks of communal living, including helping with cooking, cleaning and hosting. You’ll have time and space to relax outdoors, explore the beautiful island with its white sandy beaches and inspiring wildlife, or simply be in the peace of the Abbey church. Every week, ‘The Pilgrimage’ visits key Iona landmarks, pausing for moments of reflection. Boat trips to Staffa are also very popular.
Don’t forget to have a read through our essential booking information before making a booking. If you are thinking about bringing a group of 8 or more people to Iona, please contact us by email to let us know a few more details at [email protected].
We want your stay with us to be as seamless as possible! While we always hope for smooth travels, we know that sometimes life—and the weather—can be unpredictable. To give you peace of mind, we highly recommend having adequate travel insurance to cover any unexpected changes. Please note that, in the event of a cancellation, you would be responsible for any associated costs. We appreciate your understanding in this matter and look forward to welcoming you here!
Come and help us get Iona Abbey Centre ready for the 2026 season. This week is for energetic people who don’t mind getting their hands dirty. This week is available at a discounted rate.
Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in community life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.
This hands-on week offers practical skills, inspiration, and ways to care for the earth through gardening and daily living. Spaces are limited. Note this programme runs alongside the Time and Space Week.
Join Kenneth Steven for a week of walking and writing and discovering the Celtic Christian stories and places of Iona.
Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey for a three night stay. Share in community life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.
Join us for an unforgettable Holy Week and Easter journey on Iona in 2026. Experience a blend of solemn reflection and joyous celebration.
Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey for a three night stay. Share in community life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.
Do you sometimes feel as if your spirituality has been “tamed”? Join Arnd Corts for some spiritual rewilding on Iona!
Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in community life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.
A week for Iona Community New Members to gather on the Isle of Iona.
Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in community life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.
Explore how we can draw on our faith resources to navigate the unique personal and political challenges of the 2020s. With John Bell.
Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in community life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.
Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in community life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.
Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in community life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.
Join us as we celebrate St Columba. We’ll follow in his footsteps on Iona, discovering how his remarkable story resonates within us.
With Bob Gilbert, explore Iona’s landscape and nature’s role in Christian tradition as we seek an eco-spirituality for today.
An exploration and experience of hope from different dimensions - theology, spiritual, relational, community, worship.
An interactive week exploring creative, participative and playful ways to worship, led by the Wild Goose Resource Group, Jo Love, Iain McLarty and Jane Bentley.
Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in community life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.
Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in community life and enjoy the rugged beauty of Iona.
Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in community life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.
A special week for Members of the Iona Community to gather together on the Isle of Iona. Note this week is only open to Members.
Explore faith, justice, and community through creativity, conversation, and connection at Iona Abbey. (YouthFest is for groups of 14 - 17 year olds).
We warmly welcome all kinds of families to gather at Iona Abbey for a week of reflection, creativity, and adventure in a wild and beautiful setting.
Singing Week with Lim Swee-Hong 林瑞峰 and the Wild Goose Resource Group’s Iain McLarty and Jane Bentley.
Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in community life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.
Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in community life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.
Join us for a week of late summer invention and creation. You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy readings, workshops, music, poetry, art and storytelling. Come to celebrate, learn, and explore, surrounded by Iona’s stunning natural beauty.
Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in community life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.
Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in community life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.
Explore how we can draw on our faith resources to navigate the unique personal and political challenges of the 2020s. With John Bell.
Alastair McIntosh, renowned environmental activist and writer, will lead this week exploring how Celtic spirituality can inspire both imaginative reflection and practical action.
Join our Festival of Writing and Storytelling. Explore various creative processes, develop your literary skills, and enjoy fireside readings and storytelling. For writers and story enthusiasts of all ages.
In an era of political polarisation and growing extremism, this week will be an opportunity to explore how we can engage well with politics in pursuit of justice and peace.
Curious about contemplation? Experienced in the practice? We invite you to join us for this special week of contemplation in community with experienced facilitator, Stephen Wright.
Come and help us prepare Iona Abbey Centre for a rest, at the end of the 2026 season. This week is for energetic people who don’t mind getting their hands dirty. This week is available at a discounted rate.
Join Quaker, and Iona Community Leader Ruth Harvey, for some days of gentle, stilling contemplative practices in the beauty of an Iona winter.
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