There are a variety of events taking place across the Diocese over the coming months, offering opportunities for prayer, formation, community, and fun for children, young people, and adults. From youth gatherings and residentials to retreats and diocesan events, there is something for everyone to get involved in. See the upcoming dates below and follow the links or contact the organisers for further information.
Stay Awake Day Event
2 May 2026 | 10:00am – 6:00pm
A day for all ages, featuring worship, keynote talks, workshops, youth groups, Mass and dinner.
Location: Dorchester
See here for full details.
Catholic Children’s Society Plymouth Great Big Diocesan Quiz
8 May 2026
Join the CCSP Great Big Diocesan Quiz.
For more information, please email Vicki.Dunstone@ccsplymouth.org.uk.
Heatree Residential (Ages 10–12)
15–17 May 2026
Theme: Sunday Scripture
Location: Heatree, Dartmoor
For further information, please email youth@prcdtr.org.uk.
Catholic Children’s Society Plymouth Annual Mass
4 June 2026
Annual Mass at St Mary’s, Axminster.
For more information, please email Vicki.Dunstone@ccsplymouth.org.uk.
Youth Rally (Ages 7–15)
11 July 2026
Theme: Sunday Scripture
Venue: St Rita’s, Honiton, Devon
For further information, please email youth@prcdtr.org.uk.
Diocese of Plymouth Youth Summer Camp
26–30 July 2026 Summer Camp (Ages 9–12)
The Diocese supports children and young people through catechetical camps and youth gatherings. The Diocesan summer camps will be running again this year at Grangehurst, Buckfast Abbey, offering young Catholics the opportunity to learn more about their faith in a holiday atmosphere. Location: Grangehurst, Buckfast Abbey, Devon
For further information, please email youth@prcdtr.org.uk.
8-Day Contemplative Retreat
18–27 August 2026
A contemplative retreat for those familiar with this way of praying, as well as an introduction to the Gries Path for those who are new to it.
Location: St Rita’s Centre, Honiton, Devon
For further details, please email paddyrylands@gmail.com.
Online Contemplative Retreat – Stepping into Stillness
Starting 22 September 2026
A 7-session online (Zoom) introduction to the Gries Path of Prayer. This is particularly helpful for those who find it difficult to attend a residential retreat and would like to explore a prayer of stillness with God from home.
For further details, please email paddyrylands@gmail.com.