Windsor Hill Wood is a family-based community, set in a woodland small-holding on the outskirts of Shepton Mallet, offering Christian hospitality to many, regardless of race, religion or absence of religion, gender or sexual orientation.

It aims to create a supportive environment for people going through tough or uncertain times, offering them the chance to rediscover peace, silence and acceptance amidst the beauty and simplicity of the woods.

The charity's vision is to offer hospitality to all by providing accommodation, three meals a day and a rhythm of life, including work, rest, optional prayer and play.

Between three and five guests are usually in residence, staying anything from a few days to a year. Guests come for a variety of reasons – some because of an explicit personal crisis or as part of an addiction recovery and others because they are finding life difficult in their home environment. Some have been homeless, or in prison, whilst others are home or business owners.

Windsor Hill Wood offers the opportunity for time in a peaceful, outdoor setting and supports guests in addressing any underlying issues or problems which might have led them to seek a place of refuge. It is a place where people can begin to rebuild their lives.

Windsor Hill Wood also have many visitors and volunteers who come to visit the site and help with the day-to-day tasks. For them, it is a place of quiet connection with nature and an opportunity to recharge their batteries away from any daily challenges they may be facing.

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You are invited to visit for an open afternoon on Sunday 17 September from 2.30-4.30pm, with two informative tours around the site at 3pm and 4pm.

There will be refreshments and home-made cakes as well as produce made and grown there. Parking is at Rock Farm with a short walk down to the site, Windsor Hill Lane, Shepton Mallet. BA4 4JE.

For more information, click here. Anyone wishing to financially support the charity can do so via the Support Us page on the website, or call 07504758263 for more information.