A quiet oasis in the Devon Countryside

A calm, secluded retreat on the edge of Dartmoor

A simple healing sanctuary

An idyllic peaceful venue for your group


A perfect place for your group retreat

  • a mature, peaceful retreat in the heart of the Devon countryside
  • the space and freedom to schedule your own programme
  • a choice of light and spacious and more intimate meeting rooms
  • modern bedrooms all en-suite and centrally heated
  • terraces with views and grounds including woods, gardens and fields
  • well-equipped catering kitchens and dining rooms

For 50 years we have been providing good space for church, health, wellbeing, extended family, training, leadership and other groups.

Your group retreat in Devon

Are you looking for a special place to bring your group? We think Sheldon might be what you need …


“I cannot speak highly enough of the team, the level of care and attention and the thoughtfulness that goes into accommodating us.”

Karen Johnston

Recovery Retreats

Your group retreat can have food and refreshments catered or arranged by yourself

Sheldon because …

It’s safe
It’s gentle
You’ll love it

Each building in the converted farm cluster has been refurbished, modernised or completely re-built since 2005.

Sheldon is run by a small, experienced, Christian community who make our home here, assisted by staff and volunteers. We offer an open-hearted welcome to guests, groups or individuals of any faith or none.

Gather your people for a group retreat at Sheldon in Devon …

  • your team
  • your trainees
  • your church community
  • your leadership colleagues
  • your extended family
  • your retreatants

“The quality of the silence both inside and out is profound, as is the beautiful woodland and countryside surrounding the Sheldon estate. A retreat participant said ‘Wonderful to experience quality time away from the busyness of daily life, to be with like-minded people sharing a new experience’.”

Demelza Henderson

APR (Association for Promoting Retreats)

If you are an individual looking for a personal retreat, Sheldon offers a variety of options, both for those in ministry and others looking for a private retreat.