ST AUGUSTINE'S ABBEY, CHILWORTH
Chilworth Abbey’s Cultural Conversations: Mornings & Evenings of Enrichment
Presents:
The Afflicted Imagination: The Brontës as Gothic Writers
Join Dr James Quinnell on Thursday 19 June 2025 at St Augustine’s Abbey, Chilworth for a fascinating evening exploring the Brontë sisters through the lens of Gothic fiction. In this intimate lecture with live readings, Dr Quinnell reveals the shadowed depths of the Brontës' work—shaped by Romanticism, psychological insight and a haunted imagination.
Taking place from 7pm–8.30pm in the Assisi Room (with optional Compline sung in Latin by monks at 8.30pm), the event includes a glass of wine and warm conversation. Tickets are £10 and must be booked in advance at
http://www.ticketsource.co.uk (search 'Brontë') —only 30 spaces available.
Dr Quinnell, Head of English at Farnborough Hill and author of The Brontës as Gothic Writers: The Afflicted Imagination(2025), brings scholarly depth and passion to this special evening.
Coming soon at St Augustine’s Abbey, Chilworth:
Discover Indigenous Spirituality – A Special Study Morning with Sheila Longman
Saturday 6 September 2025, 10am–12 noon
Explore sacred traditions through a Māori documentary and reflections on Native American spirituality. With guest Jeremy Marks. Tickets: £10 via TicketSource (search 'indigenous spirituality')
Mysteries of the Metaphysicals – A Poetry Evening about Donne & Herbert
Thursday 25 September 2025, 7.30pm–9.15pm
Led by Peter Thompson, Dr Jo Russell, and Sheila Longman, this inspiring evening delves into the spiritual richness of the Metaphysical poets. Tickets: £10 via TicketSource (search 'metaphysicals')
All events support the Abbey’s sacred mission and the conservation of its historic organ.
St Augustine's Abbey, Sample Oak lane, Chilworth, Guildford, Surrey GU4 8QR
http://www.chilworthbenedictines.com
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