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Main House

The main house was built in the middle of the 18th century and over the years wings were added to it with due reflection of the architectural and artistic trends of the era.

The building has always been a living entity with its own stories and character. For example during the Second World War it was used by the Fire Service. The palpable peace of Minsteracres is famous.

There are several dedicated prayer spaces within Minsteracres. The environment and nature in which we are situated is prayer itself.

Within the main house the chapel may always be used for private prayer, a prayer room is available on the second floor and the Poustinia chapel can often be used. The parish Church is open during daylight hours.

In recent years the main house has been refurbished with the help of volunteers and a vigilant eye to ecological developments.

Among its facilities are:

• A variety of large rooms for groups of 10 to 90 people
• A dining-room
• Bedrooms: 2 doubles; 5 twins; 15 singles
• A beautiful chapel
• A poustinia: a self contained apartment with it's own chapel
• A library